Tamaki Matsuzawa, a privileged girl from a wealthy family, faces a life-altering situation when her father's company goes bankrupt. Feeling isolated and without a place to turn, she discovers solace in the sound of her classmate Maria Niijima playing the taiko drums. Together, they navigate the challenges of life, finding comfort and connection through their shared struggles and the power of music. Ai ni Hibike “Between Us” is a 2021 Japanese family film directed by Yasuo Okuaki.