Thermae Romae
Directed by Hideki Takeuchi
Produced by TOHO, Fuji Television Network
A whimsical time-travel comedy that uses the clash between Roman and Japanese bath cultures to explore creativity, tradition, and cross-cultural inspiration with warmth and visual delight.
The story follows a Roman architect named Lucius, who is having trouble coming up with ideas. One day, he discovers a hidden tunnel underneath a spa that leads him to a modern Japanese bath house. Inspired by the innovations found there, he creates his own spa, Roma Thermae, bringing in the modern ideas to his time.
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