Beyond the Clouds, the Promised Place - Used Director: Makoto Shinkai No noticeable scratches or stains. This is the first full-length film by Mr. Shinkai, who began to attract attention for his detailed depictions at the time. Release year: 2004 Synopsis: Set in post-war Japan, divided into north and south, the story revolves around a promise made by three boys and girls living in Aomori, and their pursuit of the secret of the world, centered on a mysterious giant "tower" that stands in Hokkaido. Thank you.