Movies and TvShows featuring "japanese-culture" theme.

Journeys in Japan provides an eye-opening look at the many unique places to visit in Japan. English-speaking visitors travel the length of the country, exploring the culture, meeting the local people, visiting historic sites and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.

Host Peter Barakan delves into various aspects of Japanese culture; exploring practices, history, and modern innovations in such areas as ramen, rice, sushi, geisha, bonsai, and so much more. Local experts discuss their passions at fascinating length, and American Japanophile Matt Alt experiences the food, practices, and cultures in each episode in depth. Viewers will finish each half hour episode with a new understanding of an area of Japanese life through demonstrative videos and explanations, all delivered respectfully and true to the Japanese way of life.

Natsume Takashi has the ability to see spirits, and with the help of a powerful yokai called Madara, he embarks on a journey to return the names of yokai that were once controlled by his grandmother.

Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi follows the animated adventures of two Japanese teenage pop stars, Ami and Yumi, who travel the world on their music tour. Along the way, they encounter strange and surreal situations, all while dealing with the pressures of fame.

Alice is an independent woman, raised in a Japanese family; Mario is an immature guy of Italian origins. Two childhood friends from very distinct families, bond together by a complicity which spans generations. When Alice decides to live abroad, Mario begins to see in her more than just a friend. Now he will go out of his way to make this unlikely love story come to life in this romantic comedy tied by friendship.

When Yumi Fukuzawa entered the Lillian Girls' Academy, a prestigious all-girls Catholic school in Tokyo, she never imagined she would catch the eye of beautiful and demure Sachiko Ogasawara, one of the school's most popular students. Now Sachiko has offered to be Yumi's soeur, her "sister" and guide for all her years at the academy. The whole idea has Yumi completely flustered—after all, they hardly know each other! The entire campus is abuzz with rumors about the two of them, but Yumi is conflicted over accepting Sachiko's offer. While she admires Sachiko, being her soeur would also mean constantly being at the center of the entire school's attention!

Join James May as he embarks on exciting adventures in Japan and Italy, exploring their culture, cuisine, and picturesque landscapes. With his trademark humor, James takes viewers on a journey filled with sushi, stunning views, and unforgettable experiences. Don't miss this unique travel show that combines adventure, comedy, and documentary elements.

Chop Socky Chooks is an animated TV show that follows a trio of martial arts superheroes - Chick P, KO Joe, and Chuckie Chan. Together, they use their unique skills to protect their city from various villains, including the evil Dr. Wasabi and his army of animal fighters. With their sensei and master, Sensei San, guiding them, the Chooks combine their superpowers and martial arts abilities to save the day. Join them on their action-packed adventures as they face thrilling challenges and unite to fight for justice.

The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital. Against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.

Contestants from different countries compete in outrageous challenges on a Japanese game show, facing physical obstacles and public humiliation while trying to win the grand prize.

Mikage will get married to Youiti next year, she agrees to live with Youiti's parents. One day, Youiti's father disrobed Mikage's Kimono and raped her. To her astonishment, her fiancé Youiti whom Mikage considers true love has an affair with his young stepmother. Shocked and devastated, what will Mikage do?

In 17th-century Japan, a poverty-stricken ronin seeks revenge against a corrupt shogunate by requesting an honorable death through seppuku (harakiri) in front of a feudal lord. As he narrates the tragic events leading up to his request, the true motivations and injustices of the shogunate are revealed.

Rising Sun is a crime thriller set in Los Angeles, where a murder of a prostitute leads a detective, a journalist, and a police department to unravel a web of corruption and corporate intrigue in the Japanese business community. As they dig deeper into the case, they confront issues of race relations, misogyny, and the clash of cultures. The investigation takes them through a series of twists and turns, revealing the darker side of power and money.

Koito Koganei works as the teenage shrine maiden at the Takamimi Shrine, catering to the whims of its resident: a centuries-old elf who loves video games as much as she hates going outside! Line up your offerings for the otaku elf—some energy drinks, chips and video games will do nicely—and watch her new friends scramble to keep up!

Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters is a biographical drama that explores the life and themes of Japanese writer Yukio Mishima. The film delves into Mishima's struggles with identity and patriotism, as well as his exploration of art and the role of the writer in society. It also touches on his personal life, including his homosexuality and his fascination with Zen philosophy. The movie depicts Mishima's complex personality and his ultimate tragic end.

The spirit Hanako-kun and his human assistant, first-year student Nene Yashiro, keep the peace between supernatural forces and the students of Kamome Academy. When they’re not fighting to maintain balance between the living and spirit worlds, how do they spend their time? Join Hanako-kun and Nene on their adventures after school!

Segawa Yuta is a freshman of a university. He lost his parents when he was small and was raised by his sister Yuri. Yuta has been living alone since Yuri got married to a middle aged man when Yuta was a junior high student.  One day, Yuri visited Yuta's apartment and asked him to take care of her three daughters while Yuri and her husband were on a trip. He unwillingly accepted the job but the plane Yuri took went missing. In order to prevent the daughters from being adopted separately by relatives, Yuta decided to take in all three girls.  A life of a strange family in a tiny apartment begins.

Sayonara is a 1957 movie set in post-war Japan during the Korean War. It tells the story of an Air Force officer who falls in love with a Japanese woman. The couple faces challenges and racial prejudice due to their interracial relationship. The film explores cultural differences and the impact of the war on their lives.

Late Spring is a beautiful and poignant film set in post-World War II Japan. It tells the story of a widower and his unmarried daughter, exploring the themes of family, love, and sacrifice. The film showcases the delicate relationship between the father and daughter as they navigate societal expectations and the generation gap.