Ocean Waves (1993) -

Features scenes of underage drinking (rum and cola) and some smoking.

Realistic and nostalgic, focusing on the subtle emotional friction between friends and the awkwardness of teenage romance. Key Characters Ocean Waves (1993)

Told through flashbacks, college student Taku Morisaki recalls his final year of high school in Kochi City , marked by the arrival of a beautiful but difficult transfer student from Tokyo, Rikako Muto. Features scenes of underage drinking (rum and cola)

Taku's best friend, who is the first to fall for Rikako, creating the central love triangle . Parent's Guide & Content Taku's best friend, who is the first to

According to IMDb's Parents Guide , the film is rated for thematic material:

Deals with divorce, family tension, and social isolation. Where to Watch

Tomomi Mochizuki (the first Ghibli film not directed by founders Miyazaki or Takahata).