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London Has Fallen
Movie

London Has Fallen(2016)

5.9
tomato28%
R
99Minutes

In London for the Prime Minister's funeral, Mike Banning is caught up in a plot to assassinate all the attending world leaders. With the help of his team, Banning fights to save the President and stop the terrorists from succeeding in their mission. As they navigate through a city under attack, they must uncover the truth behind the plot and bring the culprits to justice before it's too late. With high-stakes action and intense suspense, London Has Fallen keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.

Flowers
Tv Show

Flowers (2018)

8
TV_14

Flowers is a dark comedy TV show that follows the lives of an eccentric and dysfunctional family. The story revolves around the struggles of the family members, including a Japanese abroad, a lesbian daughter, and a mother with mental health issues. The show explores themes of family curses, suicide attempts, and the challenges of living with mental illness.

The Final Countdown
Movie

The Final Countdown(1980)

6.7
tomato52%
PG
103Minutes
A Foreign Love Affair
Tv Show

A Foreign Love Affair (2008)

6.3

The young leader of the Oomi group, Ranmaru, was forced to marry Kaoru, the daughter from another group. The couple went to Italy, and had their wedding on a ship. However, neither of them actually liked the marriage, and Ranmaru was kicked out by his newlywed wife Kaoru on their first night. Al (Alberto), an Italian man on the ship, took an interest in Ranmaru, and the story revolves around the romance between the two men, Ranmaru and Al.

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To the Ends of the Earth
Movie

To the Ends of the Earth(2019)

6.7
tomato93%
120Minutes

A Japanese woman travels to Uzbekistan to film a variety show. Along the way, she encounters a variety of experiences and challenges, including interacting with locals, exploring the country's culture, and dealing with the pressures of being a female protagonist on a fictional TV program. Through her journey, she navigates the complexities of filming, experiences gastronomic adventures, and explores the beauty of Uzbekistan.

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The Confidence Man JP - The Movie -
Movie

The Confidence Man JP - The Movie -(2019)

6.7
116Minutes

A group of con artists come together to pull off a series of elaborate heists using their cunning and deception. Their latest target is a diamond owned by a notorious triad boss. Along the way, they encounter unexpected twists and have to outsmart both their enemies and each other. With their lives on the line, they must rely on their wit and charm to outwit everyone and come out on top.

The Vancouver Asahi
Movie

The Vancouver Asahi(2014)

6.2
132Minutes

In pre-WWII Vancouver, second-generation Japanese immigrants had it tough. Daily, they faced discrimination, hatred and injustice at the hands of their Caucasian counterparts. But one thing made their lives worth living: baseball. They may be the underdogs, but the Vancouver Asahi baseball team have a sense of fair play and smart tactics that set them apart from the brute force of their opponents. Under the guidance of new team captain Reggie Kasahara, can they be able to rise above all the negativity to win the tournament? This film is based on the true story of Vancouver Asahi, the Japanese-Canadian baseball team that was inducted into The Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in 2003.

Love and Hongkong
Tv Show

Love and Hongkong (2017)

5.8

A new movie director attempts to make a documentary about a Japanese actress/model who is returning to her hometown of Hong Kong. He is seen struggling with his efforts to edit his film shoots while the audience gets to see his video segments. At times the actress is cooperative at other times she is really difficult. The audience is also introduced to the city of Hong Kong by way of the narrative of the documentary so far. Then suddenly the actress is kidnapped in front of the director while at a film shoot. At the same time, he encounters a strange woman who insists that he should know her. Both the director and strange woman then have their own stories to tell about what they have experienced. The strange Japanese woman has come to Hong Kong to meet with her date that she arranged on-line. The movie then proceeds to reveal a confounding amount of mysterious hints as to the many questions being raised as to what is going on.

Bullets of Love
Movie

Bullets of Love(2001)

5.8
102Minutes

Sam and his team are members of a Serious Crime Unit in the District Crime Squad. The team successfully arrests an international crime organization's leaders, Night. At the Court, Ann, a prosecutor and Sam's finance, tries her best to convict Night. However, finally, Night is convicted on only one charge and sentenced to three years imprisonment. Night vows to take his revenge and destroy the couple one day. Ann and Sam take a trip to Paris and the assassin monitors them. Sam is completely crushed by the death of Ann that he starts a new life as a bar owner on Lamma. Two years later, Sam meets a Japanese tourist, You, who looks exactly like Ann, and he cannot help but fall in love with her. Meanwhile, Night has successfully appealed his case and decides to “take care” of Sam. During this time Sam happens to come across a bunch of photos and videotapes belonging to You, in which record Sam and Ann's trip to France......

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Ossan's Love: Love or Dead
Movie

Ossan's Love: Love or Dead(2019)

6
114Minutes

The story takes place after the TV drama series Ossan's Love (2018). It's been a year since Haruta and Maki pledged their undying love. Haruta has now come back and receives a warm welcome from familiar faces, his boss Musashi Kurosawa and other colleagues. Justice Yamada, a recruit who has been recently assigned to this branch, welcomes him too. One day, completely out of the blue, the headquarter-based project team "Genius 7" shows up at the Second Sales Branch. Project leader Jin Mamiana orders the Sales team to support them in their big project. Maki, who had been transferred and works now at the head office, is among the project team members with Mamiana. Haruta and Maki grow apart, and Haruta teams up with Justice. Then Kurosawa gets involved in an accident and loses his memory, but the loss of his memory is selective and he has forgotten only Haruta. However, when Kurosawa sees Haruta, he falls in love again.. Hilarious and heartwarming, the final battle of Ossan's Love begins.

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Hotaru the Movie: It's Only a Little Light in My Life
Movie

Hotaru the Movie: It's Only a Little Light in My Life(2012)

5.7
109Minutes

Set two years after after "Hotaru no Hikari" drama series, Hotaru Amemiya learns that her boss and now husband Seichi Takano has dreamed of vacationing in Rome, Italy like in the movie "Roman Holiday". Hotaru then makes plans to go to Rome for their honeymoon. Rome, Italy prepare ... Hotaru Amemiy and Seichi Takano are coming!

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Faraway Sunset
Movie

Faraway Sunset(1992)

6.7
119Minutes

Faraway Sunset tells the story of the famed bacteriologist who is known to have discovered the agent that cause syphilis, and for his relentless search for a cure to yellow fever. As a toddler, his mother's neglect had caused an accident to his left hand, fusing together all the fingers in a bizarre twist of fate. Naturally extremely remorseful for being the cause of her son's handicap, she does everything she could to ensure that he gets to lead a normal life, despite having to fend off bullies and unfair prejudices.

The Goddess of 1967
Movie

The Goddess of 1967(2000)

6.8
119Minutes

The Goddess of 1967 follows the story of a blind girl who embarks on a journey with a mysterious man driving a Citroen DS. As their relationship develops, secrets are revealed, including the girl's traumatic past and the man's hidden motivations. The film explores themes of abuse, revenge, and the healing power of love and acceptance. Set against the backdrop of Tokyo, Japan and Australia, this experimental film takes viewers on an emotional rollercoaster.

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Hito Hata: Raise the Banner
Movie

Hito Hata: Raise the Banner(1980)

6.3
86Minutes

The film looks back at the life of a man named Oda and other Japanese Americans through the decades as they face great challenges and joys living in the United States.

Petting monster: Kairaku kui makuri
Movie

Petting monster: Kairaku kui makuri(2021)

79Minutes

Marika, a housewife, is presented with a creature called "Bero" that looks like a sea squirt from her husband Hiroki, who has decided to leave his family behind in Oman in the Middle East . Her husband tells her to pet "Bello" instead of him . When I start working alone, my sister Yuika visits my house with her boyfriend. My sister, whom I met for the first time in five years, quit the pachinko parlor with him and consulted with her brother-in-law, Yuki. He came to be troublesome for a while. Marika, who doesn't listen to her story, gives a dubious expression, but she eats the meal deliciously and allows the slapstick but friendly two to spend only one night. In the middle of the night, she receives an international call from her husband. When she asks why she didn't talk to him about Yuika, Yuki says, "You must be an only child."

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japanese abroad

Discover a curated collection of movies and TV series that explore the fascinating theme of 'Japanese abroad.' From heartwarming tales of cultural exchange to thrilling stories set in foreign lands, these captivating productions showcase the experiences of Japanese individuals living outside their homeland. Immerse yourself in captivating narratives, diverse cultures, and the challenges faced by these characters as they navigate life outside Japan's borders. Explore the unique perspectives and journeys depicted in these hand-picked recommendations on SimilarWatch.

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