The Support Sake Tour
When a catastrophic earthquake devastates Japan’s Noto Peninsula, San Diego business owner and mother Raechel is compelled to act. After learning that Seiko Kinshichi has lost both her home and her historic family brewery, Raechel—who once endured a similar loss—feels a profound connection and becomes determined to help a stranger rebuild her life.
Amid the wreckage, Noto’s craft sake brewers fight to preserve generations of tradition. The Support Sake Tour follows Raechel and the high-energy Hollywood rock band The Falling Doves, whose international status brings visibility and credibility to her mission. Together, they travel across the country, using music, storytelling, and their platform to raise awareness and funds for the region’s recovery.
A story of compassion, cultural preservation, and the powerful alliances formed when people come together to restore not just buildings, but hope itself.
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Christopher LeyvaDirector
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Raechel KadoyaDirector
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Christopher LeyvaWriter
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Raechel N KadoyaWriter
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Katie HaroldWriter
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Raechel N KadoyaProducer
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Black Cherry GroupProducer
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Christopher LeyvaProducer
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Raechel N KadoyaKey Cast
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Christopher LeyvaKey Cast
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Katie HaroldKey Cast
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Mike DorseyKey Cast
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Jaime DavisKey Cast
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Alberto SanchezKey Cast
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Seiko KinshichiKey Cast
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KeiKey Cast"Seiko Kinshichi"
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Project Type:Documentary
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Runtime:37 minutes 22 seconds
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Completion Date:March 1, 2025
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Production Budget:10,000 USD
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Country of Origin:United States
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Country of Filming:Japan
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Language:English, Japanese
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Shooting Format:Digital
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Aspect Ratio:16:9
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:Yes
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Student Project:No
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Kibou Film Screening at Milky Way ShibuyaShibuya
Japan
April 3, 2025
Japan Premier -
Kibou Presents: The Support Sake Tour Gala film and book releaseSan Diego
United States
October 4, 2025
North America Premier -
Japan Indies Film FestivalTokyo
Japan
November 28, 2024
Bonded Spirits Honor Award