Sections 17 through 24 Summary and Analysis

Honor and Revere

The Keika Middle School where Akira is now attending burns down in the earthquake fires and moves to temporary facilities. Akira develops excellent relationships with a new teacher. Mr. Iwamatsu has a very liberated view toward testing and helps the children during their exams, sometimes writing the solutions on the board. Akira who struggles with math, receives a 100 percent grade on a math exam proctored by Mr. Iwamatsu. Akira feels fortunate that he had the support of some special teachers while in school and later the guidance of some great filmmakers when he embarked on his career.

My Rebellious Phase

Akira becomes a prankster. Some of his pranks are harmless but some involve gun powder and explosions. During his time at Keika Middle School, Akira experiences a terrible relationship with the military instructor. Military instruction is...