The votes are in, and we’re thrilled to announce that the 2024 CJFC Audience Award goes to House of Sayuri ! Directed by the horror maestro SHIRAISHI Koji , this gripping, genre-bending tale clearly captured your hearts. Congratulations to the Sayuri team for this well-deserved honor!
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