Sweet Bean
A small little Dorayaki shop on the outskirts of Tokyo.
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A tender, meditative slice-of-life about an unlikely friendship forged through the quiet art of pastry-making, where small acts of care and culinary craft offer solace and redemption.
The master of a dorayaki pastry store hires a 76-year-old woman whose talents attract customers from all over. But she's hiding a troubling secret. Life's joys are found in the little details, and no matter what may be weighing you down, everyone loves a good pastry.
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