Cast: Eriko Watanabe

Direction Masayuki Suo

Cast Kôji Yakusho · Tamiyo Kusakari · Naoto Takenaka · Eriko Watanabe

Direction Katsuhito Ishii

Cast Tsuyoshi Kusanagi · Maiko · Ryo Kase · Yoriko Douguchi

Synopsis My Darling of the Mountains (2008) follows the journey of Tokuichi and Fukuichi, two skilled blind masseurs navigating the scenic hot springs of the Izu Peninsula in 1930s Japan. These men have honed their remaining senses to an extraordinary degree,...

Direction Masayuki Suo

Cast Mone Kamishiraishi · Hiroki Hasegawa · Sumiko Fuji · Eriko Watanabe

Synopsis Lady Maiko (2014) unfolds in the heart of a traditional teahouse, where only two geishas and an elderly maiko remain. The narrative takes a turn when a persistent client convinces the owner to take on the ambitious task of transforming...

Direction Masayuki Suo

Cast Ryô Narita · Yuina Kuroshima · Naoto Takenaka · Eriko Watanabe

Synopsis Talking the Pictures (2019) transports viewers to the era of silent cinema, where the art of storytelling was brought to life by the katsudo-benshi, or katsuben, who captivated audiences with their live narration. The narrative follows a young aspiring katsuben...

Cast Eita · Juri Ueno · Megumi Seki · Tetsuji Tamayama

Synopsis Sunao ni narenakute (TV Series) (2010) follows the story of five young individuals who form a unique bond through the social media platform Twitter. As their online interactions deepen, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and mutual honesty, navigating...

Direction Tsuyoshi Inoue · Teruyuki Yoshida · Tojo Kajihara

Cast Sôta Fukushi · Hiroko Yakushimaru · Kasumi Yamaya · Mio Yûki

Synopsis Amachan (TV Series) (2013) follows the journey of a young woman from the bustling city of Tokyo who decides to relocate to the serene and picturesque Tohoku region. Her goal is to embrace a new life and learn the traditional...

Direction Mitsuo Kurotsuchi

Cast Somegoro Ichikawa · Yoshino Kimura · Kôji Imada · Ryô Fukawa

Synopsis The Samurai I Loved (2005) follows the journey of a young swordsman who finds himself in a challenging predicament. He is compelled to navigate a looming power struggle that intertwines with his youthful infatuation for a girl named Fuku.

Direction Shusuke Kaneko

Cast Ryo Amamiya · Zenkichi Yoneyama · Natsuki Ozawa · Ginjo Gao

Direction Kinji Fukasaku

Cast Koichi Sato · Saki Takaoka · Keiko Oginome · Tsunehiko Watase

Synopsis Crest of Betrayal (1994) is a cinematic adaptation helmed by director and screenwriter Fukasaku Kinji, blending two iconic Japanese narratives. The film is based on the historical account known as Chushingura Gaiden, which is widely recognized in the West as...

Direction Macoto Tezuka

Cast Fumi Nikaidou · Goro Inagaki · Kiyohiko Shibukawa · Shizuka Ishibashi

Synopsis Tezuka's Barbara (2019) follows renowned writer Yosuke Mikura as he stumbles upon an enigmatic figure in the bustling corridors of Shinjuku Station—a disheveled woman who recites French poetry with ease. This woman, Barbara, captivates Mikura, who brings her home for...

Direction Yuki Tanada

Cast Sei Andô · Lily Franky · Tatsuya Fuji · Tomoharu Hasegawa

Synopsis My Dad and Mr. Ito (2016) follows the life of Aya, whose tranquil and unassuming life takes an unexpected turn when her father unexpectedly shows up at her home. This sudden reappearance disrupts her routine and forces her to confront...

Direction Takehiro Nakajima

Cast Misa Shimizu · Takehiro Murata · Takeo Nakahara · Atsushi Fukazawa

Synopsis Okoge (Fag Hag) (1992) follows the story of Sayoko, a young woman who crosses paths with Goh and his older gay partner, Tochi. She generously offers them a room in her apartment, leading to a strong friendship among the three....

Direction Yasushi Akimoto

Cast Keiko Matsuzaka · Yuta Yamazaki · Ken Ogata · Eriko Watanabe

Synopsis Goodbye Mama (1991) centers around a prosperous career woman who has established a unique relationship with a doctor, offering him more than just professional assistance. Her well-ordered life takes an unexpected turn when the son of her ex-boyfriend enters her...

Direction Genji Nakamura

Cast Kumiko Akiyoshi · Shigeru Izumiya · Shino Ikenami · Lisa Akikawa

Direction Nobuhiko Ôbayashi

Cast Ryo Kase · Toshie Negishi · Takehiro Murata · Saki Terashima

Synopsis The Reason (2004) delves into a chilling mystery where four individuals meet their untimely end in an apartment complex. The intricate plot unfolds as investigators struggle to find any apparent links between the victims, leaving them baffled and the community...

Direction Eiji Uchida

Cast Kazuyuki Aijima · Arata Furuta · Hannya · Masahiko Kawahara

Synopsis I Turn (TV Series) (2019) follows the story of Mister Komae, who is reassigned to an advertising agency's regional branch as a form of disciplinary action. This transfer forces him to live separately from his family, adding financial strain as...

Direction Kentarô Ôtani

Cast Masami Nagasawa · Mokomichi Hayami · Tsuyoshi Abe · Takuya Ishida

Synopsis ROUGH (2006) follows the story of a talented diver who is part of her university's swim team. She finds herself in a complex emotional situation when she must choose between two of her closest childhood friends, both of whom are...

Direction Yukihiko Tsutsumi

Cast Kyôhei Shibata · Kazukiyo Nishikori · Kenji Ohtsuki · Mari Okabe

Direction Yukihiko Tsutsumi

Cast Ken Watanabe · Kanako Higuchi · Kenji Sakaguchi · Kazue Fukiishi

Synopsis Memories of Tomorrow (2006) follows the life of Saeki, a dedicated sales manager at an advertising agency who is celebrating his 50th birthday. Known for his exceptional leadership, Saeki has earned the admiration and respect of his colleagues. Despite the...

Direction Ben Wada

Cast Naoto Takenaka · Hijiri Kojima · Kazuki Kitamura · Asami Sawaki

Synopsis The Perfect Education (1999) follows the unsettling journey of Kuniko, a high school student who is abducted by a middle-aged man named Iwazono while out for a run. Iwazono, haunted by the failure of his previous marriage, seeks to create...