(as a film theme); 7/10 (as standalone concert piece)
In Kikujiro , “Summer” appears during moments of quiet connection: the boy laughing at a beach, the two misfits playing in a field, or a fleeting sense of wonder. The music does not underscore tragedy (the film has plenty of loneliness) but rather . joe hisaishi kikujiro summer
At its core, "Summer" is a masterclass in . (as a film theme); 7/10 (as standalone concert