Sort by IMDb Rating - Highest Rated Movies and TV Shows With Kazuhiro Makuuchi

1. Your Name. (2016)

PG | 106 min | Animation, Drama, Fantasy

Two teenagers share a profound, magical connection upon discovering they are swapping bodies. Things manage to become even more complicated when the boy and girl decide to meet in person.

Director: Makoto Shinkai | Stars: Ryunosuke Kamiki, Mone Kamishiraishi, Ryo Narita, Aoi Yûki

Votes: 319,759 | Gross: $5.02M

2. Wanna be the Strongest in the World! (2013–2014)
Episode: The Power of the World Champ (2013)

TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Action, Drama

Despite her growing strength, improved technique, and signature move, Sakura is defeated by a true champion. Undaunted, the idol-turned-wrestler is eager for another shot at the top!

Directors: Rion Kujô, Masayuki Matsumoto | Stars: Ayana Taketatsu, Bryn Apprill, Greg Ayres, Leah Clark

Votes: 15

3. Wanna be the Strongest in the World! (2013–2014)
Episode: To the World! (2013)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama

The spirited, and sadistic, match between Sakura and Elena reaches its epic, pulse-pounding climax!

Directors: Takashi Yamamoto, Rion Kujô | Stars: Ayana Taketatsu, Kana Asumi, Sora Amamiya, Bryn Apprill

Votes: 14

4. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )
Episode: Junjô -Tragedy- (2009)

TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

When the man in black attacks, Cecily and Aria are stunned to learn the reasons why Demon Swords exist - but the most shocking revelations involve the truth behind Luke and Lisa's relationship.

Directors: Yûichi Sugio, Masamitsu Hidaka | Stars: Ayumi Fujimura, Cherami Leigh, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 15

5. Wanna be the Strongest in the World! (2013–2014)
Episode: Pure Soul! (2013)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama

Sakura and her old friend Elena pummel each other provocatively in sweaty, sexy grudge match for the ages!

Directors: Rion Kujô, Masayuki Matsumoto | Stars: Ayana Taketatsu, Kana Asumi, Bryn Apprill, Leah Clark

Votes: 14

6. Kimi ni shika kikoenai (2007)

107 min | Drama, Romance

Ryou is a girl isolated by everyone else in her class, she doesn't even have a cell phone because no one would call her anyway. One day, she suddenly starts hearing voices of Shinya, who lives in a different prefecture.

Director: Tatsuya Hagishima | Stars: Riko Narumi, Keisuke Koide, Mika Hada, Shinichirô Ishikawa

Votes: 253

7. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

The knight Cecily wants to defend the weak, but her lack of skill makes her an unlikely heroine - until the blacksmith Luke comes to her aid, using magic to forge blades of supernatural ... See full summary »

Stars: Cherami Leigh, Ayumi Fujimura, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 546

8. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )
Episode: Shuttatsu -Resolution- (2009)

TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

Hoping to find favor in the eyes of the Empire which has forsaken Charlotte, Doris leads a mission to claim the Demon Swords and abduct Luke. Cecily must stop them before it's too late.

Directors: Jun Soga, Masamitsu Hidaka | Stars: Ayumi Fujimura, Cherami Leigh, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 15

9. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )
Episode: Omokage -Lisa- (2009)

TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

Cecily joins Luke as he visits the grave of a friend, offering the young knight a glimpse into the turmoil of the blacksmith's past. Meanwhile, Lisa stays behind to repair a dagger belonging to a girl named Elsa.

Directors: Yûichirô Miyake, Masamitsu Hidaka | Stars: Ayumi Fujimura, Cherami Leigh, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 15

10. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )
Episode: Katanakaji -Blacksmith- (2009)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

Siegfried's monstrous minions are rampaging through the city. While Cecily and Aria bravely fight the beasts alongside the Knight Guards, the final battle between Luke and Siegfried begins.

Directors: Kei Tsunematsu, Masamitsu Hidaka | Stars: Ayumi Fujimura, Cherami Leigh, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 19

11. Wanna be the Strongest in the World! (2013–2014)
Episode: Now This Is Pro Wrestling (2013)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama

Thanks to some special training from Misaki, the beautiful and determined Sakura is ready for her next match! Will her hard work finally pay off?

Directors: Rion Kujô, Akira Shimizu | Stars: Ayana Taketatsu, Kana Asumi, Sora Amamiya, Bryn Apprill

Votes: 15

12. Wanna be the Strongest in the World! (2013–2014)
Episode: The World Champion Comes to Japan (2013)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama

The return of world champ Jackall Tojo - and an unexpected injury to Misaki - lands Sakura a coveted spot in a very special wrestling match!

Directors: Rion Kujô, Hiroaki Nishimura | Stars: Ayana Taketatsu, Kana Asumi, Sora Amamiya, Bryn Apprill

Votes: 14

13. Wanna be the Strongest in the World! (2013–2014)
Episode: The Astounding Newbie (2013)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama

A fighter with a background in karate officially joins the ranks, and Sakura is challenged by a mysterious masked wrestler!

Directors: Rion Kujô, Jun Takada | Stars: Ayana Taketatsu, Leah Clark, Kana Hanazawa, Martha Harms

Votes: 14

14. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )
Episode: Kôjo -Princess- (2009)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

Cecily and Aria fall under attack by three women, each with a Demon Sword more powerful than the last! As the fight rages, Luke receives a visitor who is connected to the trio of assailants - Charlotte.

Directors: Mitsutaka Noshitani, Masamitsu Hidaka | Stars: Ayumi Fujimura, Cherami Leigh, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 16

15. Wanna be the Strongest in the World! (2013–2014)
Episode: Sakura's Fate (2013)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama

Sakura must dig deep to overcome her opponent's karate skills, and the masked wrestler's shocking identity is finally revealed!

Directors: Rion Kujô, Akira Shimizu | Stars: Ayana Taketatsu, Kana Asumi, Sora Amamiya, Didi Archilla

Votes: 14

16. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )
Episode: Kazoku -Family- (2009)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

In exchange for room and board at the Campbell house, Charlotte and her crew must work as maids - and Cecily manages to end up on the servant staff, too!

Directors: Kotomi Deai, Masamitsu Hidaka | Stars: Ayumi Fujimura, Cherami Leigh, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 15

17. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )
Episode: Shinjitsu -Truth- (2009)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

During a gathering of the rulers of the land, Cecily is powerless to confront Siegfried. But before the meeting ends, the young knight has exposed new truths about Luke and Lisa - and stoked Siegfried's rage.

Directors: Yoshihiro Oka, Masamitsu Hidaka | Stars: Ayumi Fujimura, Cherami Leigh, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 16

18. Wanna be the Strongest in the World! (2013–2014)
Episode: The Night Before the Decisive Fight (2013)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama

Sakura continues to push her body to the breaking point under the watchful eye of Misaki - but what she really needs is a signature move worthy of an idol!

Directors: Shigeki Awai, Rion Kujô | Stars: Ayana Taketatsu, Kana Asumi, Sora Amamiya, Bryn Apprill

Votes: 15

19. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )
Episode: Kishi -Knight- (2009)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

Cecily's inexperience as a Knight Guard places her in constant jeopardy, and her weak, heirloom sword doesn't help. Thankfully, Luke keeps appearing to rescue her with his special katana.

Directors: Kei Tsunematsu, Masamitsu Hidaka | Stars: Ayumi Fujimura, Cherami Leigh, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 26

20. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )
Episode: Maken -Sword- (2009)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

Aria reveals her true form to Cecily, Luke, and Lisa. Later, the girls spend some time exploring the city, but their fun is cut short when a horde of possessed prisoners rampages violently through the streets.

Directors: Yoshihiro Oka, Masamitsu Hidaka | Stars: Ayumi Fujimura, Cherami Leigh, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 20

21. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )
Episode: Akuma keiyaku -Valbanill- (2009)

TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

After the attack on the caravan, ominous rumors spread across the land. Meanwhile, Cecily finally talks Luke into making her a sword, only to find she may not be able to afford his fees.

Directors: Kei Tsunematsu, Masamitsu Hidaka | Stars: Ayumi Fujimura, Cherami Leigh, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 20

22. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )
Episode: Seiyaku -Promise- (2009)

TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

Cecily must use Aria as bait to draw the hidden enemy from the shadows. When a monstrous demon attacks, putting her friends in danger, Cecily is forced to decide - does she have what it takes to kill?

Directors: Jun Soga, Masamitsu Hidaka | Stars: Ayumi Fujimura, Cherami Leigh, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 20

23. Wanna be the Strongest in the World! (2013–2014)
Episode: Pro Debut! (2013)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama

After some grueling training and an agonizing initiation ritual, Sakura makes her pro wrestling debut!

Directors: Rion Kujô, Masayuki Matsumoto | Stars: Ayana Taketatsu, Kana Asumi, Sora Amamiya, Felecia Angelle

Votes: 15

24. Wanna be the Strongest in the World! (2013–2014)
Episode: Give Up (2013)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama

Sakura's heartbreaking losing streak reaches double digits, and her fans begin to lose faith. The idol considers quitting, but a sparring session with Misaki may change her mind!

Directors: Fujiaki Asari, Rion Kujô | Stars: Ayana Taketatsu, Kana Asumi, Sora Amamiya, Felecia Angelle

Votes: 14

25. The Sacred Blacksmith (2009– )
Episode: Kizuna -Together- (2009)

TV-MA | 23 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama

Luke won't tell Cecily much about his relationship with Lisa, but Cecily isn't afraid to share her thoughts on the matter. The result: Lisa goes shopping with the girls - and Luke's paying!

Directors: Mitsutoshi Satô, Masamitsu Hidaka | Stars: Ayumi Fujimura, Cherami Leigh, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Blake Shepard

Votes: 17

26. Wanna be the Strongest in the World! (2013–2014)
Episode: An Idol Wrestler Is Born! (2013)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama

Pop princess Sakura is drawn into the brutal world of women's professional wrestling after sadistic lady brawler by the name of Rio humiliates one of her fellow idols!

Directors: Rion Kujô, Satoshi Nakagawa | Stars: Ayana Taketatsu, Kana Asumi, Reiko Abe, Sora Amamiya

Votes: 17

27. Onigiri (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Stars: Jay Hickman, Joanne Bonasso, Cynthia Martinez, Chelsea McCurdy

Votes: 42

28. Wanna be the Strongest in the World! (2013–2014)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Drama

As members of the nationally renowned idol group Sweet Diva, Hagiwara Sakura and Miyazawa Elena are both rivals and dear friends who recognize each other's talents. Then one day, during a ... See full summary »

Stars: Ayana Taketatsu, Lindsay Seidel, Leah Clark, Kyôko Narumi

Votes: 179

29. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: The Curtain Raises on Onigiri (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Hilary Haag

30. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: Pandora's Box! (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Jay Hickman

31. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: Burning Hakata (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Ned Gayle

32. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: Leap in the Darkness (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Tiffany Grant

33. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: Marital Vows (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Jay Hickman

34. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: Lottery First Prize (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Jay Hickman

35. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: Dreaming a Life Away (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Tiffany Grant

36. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: A Transient Dream (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Tiffany Grant

37. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: The Pain of Separation (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Hilary Haag

38. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: Illusions of Dreams (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Tiffany Grant

39. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: In High Spirits (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Tiffany Grant

40. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: Onigiri Final (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Ned Gayle

41. Onigiri (2016)
Episode: Battle of the Strongest (2016)

4 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Add a Plot

Director: Takashi Yamamoto | Stars: Joanne Bonasso, Jennifer Challenger, Brittany Deans, Hilary Haag