Penguin Highway

In this enchanting animated film, a curious and intelligent fourth-grader named Aoyama embarks on a scientific investigation when penguins mysteriously appear in his town, far from their natural habitat. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he forms a unique bond with a mysterious woman from the local dental clinic, who seems to be connected to the strange occurrences. Directed by Hiroyasu Ishida, the film beautifully blends elements of fantasy and coming-of-age themes, offering a visually stunning and thought-provoking experience. Notably, the film was nominated for the Japan Academy Prize for Animation of the Year. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.