Chihiro, a former sex worker, settles down in a small seaside town and starts working at a bento shop. She openly discusses her past with customers and provides comfort to them by listening to their problems. As she connects with her customers, Chihiro confronts her own loneliness and gradually overcomes it.
Sweetness & Lightning follows the story of a single father, Kohei Inuzuka, and his young daughter, Tsumugi. After the death of Tsumugi's mother, Kohei struggles to balance his role as a math teacher with being a parent. Inspired by Tsumugi's love for food, Kohei begins to learn how to cook, and together they embark on culinary adventures. Along the way, they make new friends, face challenges, and discover the importance of family, friendship, and the joy of experiencing new flavors.
Swing Girls is a comedy-drama film about a group of high school girls who, after accidentally destroying their school's music club, decide to form a band in order to save it. Despite lacking any musical talent or experience, they persevere through various challenges and learn valuable life lessons along the way. With their unwavering determination and passion, the girls embark on a journey of self-discovery and friendship.
Nagi's Long Vacation follows the story of Nagi, a high school girl who experiences a series of humorous and dramatic events during her summer break. From moving to a new apartment and dealing with messy hair to navigating complicated relationships and funny mishaps, Nagi's vacation is anything but ordinary. Join her as she discovers the ups and downs of teenage life in Japan.
In Dolls (2002), the film explores the intertwined stories of different characters who are all connected by the theme of love. The film highlights various elements such as yakuza, pop-star, bunraku, and blind man. It delves into topics like regret, suicide attempt, obsession, and disfigurement. Love is depicted in different forms, including new love, eternal love, and long-lost love. The film addresses themes of betrayal, broken engagement, and arranged marriage. It also showcases the struggles of characters dealing with blindness, sadness, and hunger.
Project A-Ko follows the hilarious misadventures of A-Ko, a superhuman high school girl, and her friends as they battle against a race of invading aliens and their giant robots. Packed with comedic absurdity, intense action scenes, and a touch of romance, this film is a must-watch for fans of Japanese animation.
Orange is a movie about a high school girl named Naho who receives letters from her future self. The letters warn her about the regrets she will have in the future and give her advice on how to change things. Naho must navigate through friendship, love, and loss as she tries to make different choices and alter the future.
The Snow White Murder Case revolves around the mysterious murder of a woman and the subsequent investigation. The story takes unexpected turns as different characters provide their perspectives on the crime, revealing deep conflicts and hidden secrets. As the truth unfolds, the audience is left questioning everything and everyone involved.
My Love Story!! is a romantic comedy based on the manga series of the same name. It follows the story of Takeo Gouda, a tall and muscular high school student who is often misunderstood due to his imposing appearance. Despite this, he falls in love with the sweet and kind-hearted Rinko Yamato. The plot revolves around their blossoming relationship and the challenges they face as a couple.
Close-Knit tells the story of a transgender woman, Tomo, who takes care of her young niece, Rinko, after her irresponsible mother abandons her. Together, they form a loving family and navigate the challenges of acceptance and understanding in a society that is not always tolerant. With the support of Tomo's boyfriend, a group of knitting friends, and a local nursing home, they find strength and love in unexpected places.
Kogure Nao is a shy and cute high school student. One day, Onise Taiga asks her "would you like to date with me on the promise that we will get married?" Nao is unable to turn down his proposal because she is scared of him. Taiga has red hair and piercing eyes. His appearance gives off the impression that he is a bad boy, but he is actually considerate to others and good at cooking. After getting to know Taiga, Nao begins to have feelings for him.
Bento, or lunchbox, is a fun slice of Japanese food culture that more people around the world are sharing. Healthy and delicious foods are beautifully and creatively presented. This NHK series features demonstrations and advice by Japanese bento experts, as well as shares some of the bento pictures and videos sent in by viewers worldwide.
Evergreen Love is a heartwarming romantic drama that follows the story of a young woman who falls in love with a mysterious man she meets on a rainy day. As they navigate through their complicated lives, they discover the power of love and the possibility of finding happiness in unexpected places.
For Yasuko every day is a challenge. Due to her mental illness and hypersomnia, simple things like household chores and holding a job seem impossible. Added to the mix is an indifferent, almost distant boyfriend and an ex-girlfriend with plans to win him back.
Kaori is a single mother and she raises her high-school age daughter Futaba. Her daughter is in a rebellious phase and ignores her mother. Kaori decides to take measures to communicate with her daughter and also get some revenge. Kaori creates messages in her daughter's bento meals.
Follows the daily lives of 8 women with different backgrounds through what they eat and whom they date.
Rene Liu successfully delivers the complex role of Mi, who chooses to remain single rather than risking the slightest chance of being dumped. She loves her friend Nan more than anyone, yet she asks him to be her best friend instead of boyfriend. For ten years, he wishes her a happy birthday no matter how far they are geographically apart or who they are with. However, this year his greeting arrives 42 hours late...
Three girls - Miwa, an introvert who's best friend is her turtle, Saori, a rich girl from a celebrity family, and Koyuzu, a member of a revenge agency - wind up in a complex rivalry with one another.
Pierre, a retired professor in his early sixties ends up making a short, unsettling trip around Okinawa with Junko, a 40-year-old runaway wife. The confused intellectual would rather not get involved with this unlikely and unexpected lover but decides to follow his destiny, wherever it (she?) may take him.
"Ekiben" are lunch boxes sold at train stations enjoyed during train journeys which are filled with the charm of each region of Japan! Let's embark on a journey to encounter a selection of lunch boxes from all over Japan!