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1. Bokura no jidai (2007– )
30 min | Talk-Show
Stars: Satomi Kobayashi, Shun Oguri, Kore-eda Hirokazu, Sawako Agawa
Votes: 25
2. VS Arashi (2008–2020)
31 min | Game-Show
In this highly physical game and variety show, Japanese pop idols Arashi pit their wits, strength and courage against a different team of entertainers or sportspeople every week.
Stars: Arashi, Shô Sakurai, Masaki Aiba, Kazunari Ninomiya
Votes: 85
3.
The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (2023– )
Episode:
Kadode
(2023)
TV-14 | Comedy, Drama
While Sumire continues to shine, Tsurukoma reconsiders her future. Kiyo prepares her most important meal yet.
Directors: Kore-eda Hirokazu, Hiroshi Okuyama, Takuma Satô, Megumi Tsuno | Stars: Nana Mori, Natsuki Deguchi, Ai Hashimoto, Takako Tokiwa
Votes: 66
4. Amachan (2013)
15 min | Short, Comedy, Drama
A young girl from Tokyo moves to the Tohoku region to become a female diver. A so-called 'Ama' diver.
Stars: Non, Kyôko Koizumi, Tetta Sugimoto, Ai Hashimoto
Votes: 583
5.
The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (2023– )
Episode:
Sentaku
(2023)
TV-14 | Comedy, Drama
Love is in the air, except for Kiyo who only has eyes for food. Sumire receives wonderful news, while Ryoko battles with her feelings.
Directors: Kore-eda Hirokazu, Hiroshi Okuyama, Takuma Satô, Megumi Tsuno | Stars: Nana Mori, Natsuki Deguchi, Ai Hashimoto, Takako Tokiwa
Votes: 66
6.
The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (2023– )
Episode:
Yamai hi
(2023)
TV-14 | Comedy, Drama
The Geiko and Maiko ladies kick off the New Year at an annual ceremony. Sumire looses her appetite, but Kiyo cooks up an antidote.
Directors: Kore-eda Hirokazu, Hiroshi Okuyama, Takuma Satô, Megumi Tsuno | Stars: Nana Mori, Natsuki Deguchi, Ai Hashimoto, Takako Tokiwa
Votes: 60
7.
No Dropping Out -Back to School at 35- (2013– )
Episode:
Episode #1.10
(2013)
TV-PG | 54 min | Comedy
Director: Seiichi Nagumo | Stars: Ryôko Yonekura, Junpei Mizobata, Nana Katase, Hiroki Aiba
Votes: 5
8. A Silent Voice: The Movie (2016)
Not Rated | 130 min | Animation, Drama
A young man is ostracized by his classmates after he bullies a deaf girl to the point where she moves away. Years later, he sets off on a path for redemption.
Directors: Taichi Ishidate, Naoko Yamada | Stars: Miyu Irino, Saori Hayami, Aoi Yûki, Kenshô Ono
Votes: 101,121
9. Fence (2023)
Drama
A Tokyo writer interviews an Okinawan woman claiming sexual assault by a US soldier. As they uncover the truth, complex issues around US military bases, women's suffering, and mixed-race struggles emerge.
Stars: Yui Aragaki, Mayu Matsuoka, Munetaka Aoki, Ken Mitsuishi
Votes: 40
10.
The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (2023– )
Episode:
Kataomoi
(2023)
TV-14 | Comedy, Drama
Kiyo sets her eyes on the top prize of a lottery sponsored by the local shops. Momoko tries a bowl of Kiyo's Cream Stew.
Directors: Kore-eda Hirokazu, Hiroshi Okuyama, Takuma Satô, Megumi Tsuno | Stars: Nana Mori, Natsuki Deguchi, Ai Hashimoto, Takako Tokiwa
Votes: 60
11. Love Exposure (2008)
Unrated | 237 min | Action, Comedy, Drama
A bizarre love triangle forms between a young Catholic upskirt photographer, a misandric girl and a manipulative cultist.
Director: Sion Sono | Stars: Takahiro Nishijima, Hikari Mitsushima, Sakura Andô, Yutaka Shimizu
Votes: 15,896
12.
The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (2023– )
Episode:
Negai
(2023)
TV-14 | Comedy, Drama
Kiyo and Sumire get a day off and explore the city, making a wish at the shrine. An unexpected guest visits the Maiko house, much to Sumire's dismay.
Directors: Kore-eda Hirokazu, Hiroshi Okuyama, Takuma Satô, Megumi Tsuno | Stars: Nana Mori, Natsuki Deguchi, Ai Hashimoto, Takako Tokiwa
Votes: 70
13.
The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (2023– )
Episode:
Obake
(2023)
TV-14 | Comedy, Drama
Momoko takes charge of the annual costume event; Sumire accompanies Momoko to a high-end client dinner.
Directors: Kore-eda Hirokazu, Hiroshi Okuyama, Takuma Satô, Megumi Tsuno | Stars: Nana Mori, Natsuki Deguchi, Ai Hashimoto, Takako Tokiwa
Votes: 61
14.
No Dropping Out -Back to School at 35- (2013– )
Episode:
Episode #1.11
(2013)
TV-PG | 54 min | Comedy
Director: Seiichi Nagumo | Stars: Ryôko Yonekura, Junpei Mizobata, Nana Katase, Gaku Adachi
Votes: 5
15. Shoplifters (2018)
R | 121 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
On the margins of Tokyo, a dysfunctional band of outsiders are united by loyalty, a penchant for petty theft and playful grifting. When the young son is arrested, secrets are exposed that upend their tenuous, below-the-radar existence.
Director: Kore-eda Hirokazu | Stars: Lily Franky, Sakura Andô, Kirin Kiki, Mayu Matsuoka
Votes: 86,396 | Gross: $3.31M
16. The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (2023– )
13+ | 45 min | Comedy, Drama
Two inseparable friends move to Kyoto to chase their dreams of becoming maiko, but decide to pursue different passions while living under the same roof.
Stars: Nana Mori, Natsuki Deguchi, Ai Hashimoto, Takako Tokiwa
Votes: 2,731
17.
The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (2023– )
Episode:
Otafuku
(2023)
TV-14 | Comedy, Drama
Kiyo receives some unfortunate news, but quickly finds her true calling when the Maiko sisters get tired of ordering takeout.
Directors: Kore-eda Hirokazu, Hiroshi Okuyama, Takuma Satô, Megumi Tsuno | Stars: Nana Mori, Natsuki Deguchi, Ai Hashimoto, Takako Tokiwa
Votes: 90
18.
The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (2023– )
Episode:
Kinki
(2023)
TV-14 | Comedy, Drama
A former Maiko suddenly makes a return. To her delight, Kiyo receives a heavy package from home.
Directors: Kore-eda Hirokazu, Hiroshi Okuyama, Takuma Satô, Megumi Tsuno | Stars: Nana Mori, Natsuki Deguchi, Ai Hashimoto, Takako Tokiwa
Votes: 77
19. Sanadamaru (2016– )
Drama, History
The life of Japan's last great battlefield commander is chronicled in this historical drama. In war-torn 16th century Japan, Sandana Masayuki bravely leads his small clan to survival during a brutal time through cunning strategy.
Stars: Masato Sakai, Yô Ôizumi, Seiyô Uchino, Masami Nagasawa
Votes: 494
20.
GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka (2012–2014)
Episode:
Episode #2.2
(2014)
54 min | Comedy, Drama
Director: Ken Iizuka | Stars: Akira, Manami Higa, Yu Shirota, Yûsuke Yamamoto
Votes: 6
21. Little Forest: Summer/Autumn (2014)
111 min | Drama
Ichiko lived in a big city, but goes back to her small hometown Komori, located on a mountain in the Tohoku region. She is self-sufficient. Ichiko gains energy living among nature and eating foods she makes from seasonal ingredients.
Director: Jun'ichi Mori | Stars: Ai Hashimoto, Mayu Matsuoka, Yôichi Nukumizu, Karen Kirishima
Votes: 3,465
22. Saiko no Kyoshi: Ichinengo, Watashi wa Seito ni Sareta (2023)
Drama
A teacher who is pushed by a student on graduation day and then travels back in time to his classroom on the day of the opening ceremony a year ago, faces his student seriously in order to find out the truth in this new age school drama.
Stars: Mayu Matsuoka, Mana Ashida, Soma Santoki, Mizuki Kayashima
Votes: 15
23. Suzuki sensei (2011– )
Drama
Akira Suzuki is the home room teacher for 2-A. After graduating from college Akira did not work for 3 years. Instead, he spent his time thinking about ways to solve problems once he works ... See full summary »
Stars: Hiroki Hasegawa, Asami Usuda, Tomomitsu Yamaguchi, Tomoko Tabata
Votes: 40
24. Little Forest: Winter/Spring (2015)
120 min | Drama
Ichiko lived in a big city, but goes back to her small hometown Komori, located on a mountain in the Tohoku region. She is self-sufficient. Ichiko gains energy living among nature and eating foods she makes from seasonal ingredients.
Director: Jun'ichi Mori | Stars: Ai Hashimoto, Mayu Matsuoka, Yôichi Nukumizu, Karen Kirishima
Votes: 2,887
25.
Dr. Storks (2015–2017)
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(2015)
69 min | Drama
Director: Nobuhiro Doi | Stars: Gô Ayano, Mayu Matsuoka, Yoh Yoshida, Kentarô Sakaguchi
Votes: 5
26. Digimon Adventure: Last Evolution Kizuna (2020)
TV-G | 94 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The team discovers that when they grow up, their relationship with their Digimon will come closer to an end. They realize that the more they fight, the faster their bond breaks and the time to choose is approaching fast.
Director: Tomohisa Taguchi | Stars: Natsuki Hanae, Yoshimasa Hosoya, Suzuko Mimori, Mutsumi Tamura
Votes: 1,916
27. GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka (2012–2014)
50 min | Comedy, Drama
Onizuka, an ex-biker gang leader, has decided to become the world's greatest teacher for the purpose of meeting sexy high school girls. But he just found himself teaching a class of delinquents and everyone tries to find a way to fire him.
Stars: Akira, Yu Shirota, Ryôsei Tayama, Yûsuke Yamamoto
Votes: 699
28. Dr. Storks (2015–2017)
54 min | Drama
Follow Kounotori Sakura, a gynecologist who works at the General Medical Center and is also a talented jazz pianist.
Stars: Gô Ayano, Mayu Matsuoka, Yoh Yoshida, Kentarô Sakaguchi
Votes: 228
29. Hatsukoi no Akuma (2022)
Crime, Drama, Romance
The story centers around four people from different divisions of a police station. Although each of them has their own complicated situation, they have the same goal of wanting to find out ... See full summary »
Stars: Hideaki Itô, Mayu Matsuoka, Yûko Tanaka, Katsuya Maiguma
Votes: 62
30.
The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (2023– )
Episode:
Kaeru
(2023)
TV-14 | Comedy, Drama
Kiyo and Sumire leave their hometown and head to Kyoto, where they will train as apprentice Maiko entertainers.
Directors: Kore-eda Hirokazu, Hiroshi Okuyama, Takuma Satô, Megumi Tsuno | Stars: June Angela, Bella Asali, Natsuki Deguchi, Momoko Fukuchi
Votes: 107
31. The Restaurant with Problems (2015– )
54 min | Comedy
Tanaka Tamako had been working for a male-dominated restaurant business but was betrayed by her boyfriend who was hired as the chef. In addition, she is taken to the police as a result of ... See full summary »
Stars: Yôko Maki, Masahiro Higashide, Fumi Nikaidô, Mayu Matsuoka
Votes: 322
32. Body Jack (2008)
93 min | Drama
Tetsu, a middle-aged copywriter working for an advertising agency, used to be a fighter in the student movement. Perhaps due to his setbacks, he continued to lead a nightly life of heavy ... See full synopsis »
Director: Yoshio Kuratani | Stars: Nozomi Andô, Manabu Hamada, Yôko Hoshi, Katsuya Kobayashi
Votes: 8
33. Chihayafuru Part III (2018)
128 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
The third part of the "Chihayafuru" trilogy that takes place 2 years after "Chihayafuru Part II". Chihaya is now a high school senior who is ready to enter another national competition alongside her friends.
Director: Norihiro Koizumi | Stars: Suzu Hirose, Shûhei Nomura, Mackenyu, Mone Kamishiraishi
Votes: 679
34. The Kirishima Thing (2012)
103 min | Drama
A story about the disappearance of Kirishima, a star athlete of the volleyball club, and how this affects every person in his school.
Director: Daihachi Yoshida | Stars: Ryunosuke Kamiki, Ai Hashimoto, Suzuka Ohgo, Masahiro Higashide
Votes: 2,625
35.
GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka (2012–2014)
Episode:
Episode #2.10
(2014)
54 min | Comedy, Drama
Director: Keiichiro Shiraki | Stars: Akira, Manami Higa, Yu Shirota, Yûsuke Yamamoto
Votes: 5
36. Ikiru Toka Shinu Toka Chichioya Toka (2021)
Stars: Yoh Yoshida, Jun Kunimura, Minami Tanaka, Shintarô Morimoto
Votes: 9
37.
GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka (2012–2014)
Episode:
Episode #2.3
(2014)
54 min | Comedy, Drama
Director: Ken Iizuka | Stars: Akira, Manami Higa, Yu Shirota, Yûsuke Yamamoto
Votes: 5
38. Chihayafuru Part I (2016)
111 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
The first part of the "Chihayafuru" trilogy. Chihaya is a high school student who loves Karuta, a traditional card game from Japan. Chihaya and her friends start a Karuta club at high school to become the greatest Karuta player in Japan.
Director: Norihiro Koizumi | Stars: Suzu Hirose, Shûhei Nomura, Mackenyu, Mone Kamishiraishi
Votes: 1,208
39. Chihayafuru Part II (2016)
102 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
The second part of the "Chihayafuru" trilogy following the Karuta tournament in Tokyo. Chihaya's team is ready for the national competition. However, she is disappointed to hear that her childhood best friend has quit the game.
Director: Norihiro Koizumi | Stars: Suzu Hirose, Shûhei Nomura, Mackenyu, Mone Kamishiraishi
Votes: 939
40. No Dropping Out -Back to School at 35- (2013– )
TV-PG | 54 min | Comedy
The drama will center around how a 35-year-old student changes the school and influences her fellow classmates' lives while dealing with the dark reality of today's high schools, including bullying and skipping school.
Stars: Ryôko Yonekura, Junpei Mizobata, Nana Katase, Rikiya Koyama
Votes: 267
41. Tremble All You Want (2017)
117 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Yoshika is 24 years old and works in an office. She doesn't have a boyfriend in her life, but still romanticizes her former junior high school classmate.
Director: Akiko Ôku | Stars: Mayu Matsuoka, Kanji Furutachi, Anna Ishibashi, Hairi Katagiri
Votes: 1,139
42. Dawn of a Filmmaker: The Keisuke Kinoshita Story (2013)
96 min | Biography, Drama, War
As a young man, Keisuke Kinoshita (Ryo Kase) carried his mother on a handcart across a mountain. He grew up as a hotblooded young man and was monitored by the military. He then joined ... See full summary »
Director: Keiichi Hara | Stars: Aoi Miyazaki, Mayu Matsuoka, Yûko Tanaka, Ryô Kase
Votes: 120
43. Chips (2012)
68 min | Comedy, Drama
Tadashi Imamura is a burglar who idolizes Ozaki, a star baseball player he shares a birthday with. One day he realizes their connection is much deeper than that and decides to find out more.
Director: Yoshihiro Nakamura | Stars: Gaku Hamada, Fumino Kimura, Nao Ômori, Eri Ishida
Votes: 217
44.
No Dropping Out -Back to School at 35- (2013– )
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(2013)
TV-PG | 54 min | Comedy
Director: Noriyoshi Sakuma | Stars: Ryôko Yonekura, Junpei Mizobata, Nana Katase, Hiroki Aiba
Votes: 5
45. Hell Dogs (2022)
TV-MA | 138 min | Action, Crime, Drama
A traumatized former officer hell-bent on revenge receives an order to go undercover within the Yakuza by befriending their most frenetic member.
Director: Masato Harada | Stars: Jun'ichi Okada, Kentarô Sakaguchi, Mayu Matsuoka, Miyavi
Votes: 2,079
46. Lesson of the Evil (2012)
Unrated | 129 min | Horror, Thriller
A popular high school teacher concocts an extreme plan to deal with the rise of bullying and bad behavior among the student body.
Director: Takashi Miike | Stars: Fumi Nikaidô, Takehiro Hira, Hideaki Itô, Shôta Sometani
Votes: 6,788
47. Theater (2020)
136 min | Drama, Romance
Nagata is the director of a theater troupe. Unfortunately, he is rather unsuccessful on his finances which makes the crew has little confidence in him.
Director: Isao Yukisada | Stars: Kento Yamazaki, Mayu Matsuoka, Kan'ichirô Satô, Sairi Itô
Votes: 763
48. Love Begins When the Money Ends (2020)
Comedy, Romance
Reiko Kuki works under the Accounting Department of a midsize toymaker and lives delicately due to a past event. One day, she meets Keita Saruwatari, the son of the toymaker's President who... See full summary »
Stars: Mayu Matsuoka, Haruma Miura, Shôhei Miura, Takumi Kitamura
Votes: 61
49. Cats Don't Come When You Call (2016)
103 min | Comedy
Mitsuo is a boxer who prefers dogs but ends up looking after two cats that his brother rescues.
Director: Toru Yamamoto | Stars: Shunsuke Kazama, Mayu Matsuoka, Takeshi Tsuruno
Votes: 261
50.
GTO: Great Teacher Onizuka (2012–2014)
Episode:
Episode #2.11
(2014)
Comedy, Drama
Director: Ken Iizuka | Stars: Akira, Manami Higa, Yu Shirota, Yûsuke Yamamoto
Votes: 5