Nemurubaka: Hypnic Jerks

Nemurubaka: Hypnic Jerks

2025 · 106 min · ★ 7.9 · Comedy, Drama, Music

The story centers on the daily life of college dorm roommates Yumi Irisu and Ruka Kujirai. Ruka, the older of the two, is constantly penniless despite her being active in a band. Irisu works part-time at a second-hand bookstore.

Directed by Yugo Sakamoto · Written by Aya Satsuki

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