Yui Natsukawa

In 1989, known as the 64th year of the Shouwa era in Japan, a notorious unsolved case involving the kidnapping and murder of a young girl, referred to as “64…

In 1989, known as the 64th year of the Shouwa era in the Japanese calendar, a notorious unsolved case involving the kidnapping and murder of a young girl emerged within…

In this heartwarming comedy directed by Yôji Yamada, a seemingly ordinary family is thrown into chaos when the matriarch unexpectedly requests a divorce as her birthday gift. The film explores…

“125 Years Memory” (海難1890 Kainan) is a drama film from 2015, helmed by director Mitsutoshi Tanaka and penned by writer Eriko Komatsu. This film is a collaborative effort between Japan…

Set in pre-World War II Japan, this film explores the intricate dynamics within a household through the eyes of a devoted maid, Taki. As she navigates her duties, she becomes…

Set in the Edo period, this film follows the story of a young woman named Haru, who is an exceptional cook. She marries into a samurai family and uses her…

A dozen years have passed since their cherished eldest son, Junpei, tragically drowned while rescuing a stranger, and now Kyohei and Toshiko gather their remaining children for a family get-together….

In a world where balance is key, a young prince named Arren embarks on a journey with the powerful wizard Sparrowhawk to restore harmony to their troubled land. As they…

In this 2003 film, a blind masseur and master swordsman wanders into a town plagued by warring gangs and a ruthless samurai. As he becomes embroiled in the local conflict,…

In this contemplative drama directed by Hirokazu Koreeda, a group of individuals connected by a shared tragedy gather at a remote lakeside cabin to commemorate the anniversary of a cult-related…

After relocating to Tokyo with her family, Hinako eventually makes her way back to her rural hometown in Shikoku. Upon her return, she discovers that her childhood friend, Sayuri, passed…