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Japan on Screen: Stories, Cinema & Shows Not to Miss

Japan’s influence on global screen culture is undeniable—from art-house cinema and classic samurai epics to binge-worthy dramas and Studio Ghibli masterpieces. Japanese TV and film offer a rich, emotional, and often philosophical storytelling experience that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

In our TV & Film section, we explore the evolving landscape of Japanese screen media. Find feature articles, reviews, retrospectives, and cultural commentary on iconic directors, must-watch series, anime adaptations, and the deeper themes that make Japanese storytelling so unique.

This is your front row seat to Japan’s cinematic universe—where folklore, futurism, and human drama meet in unforgettable ways.

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15 May 2025

Ridley Scott’s Japan: A Path Forward

Ridley Scott's Japan is an endless source of inspiration for both films and life. Today, we take a deep dive into his work and discover why. ...

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    The Duality of Power & Illusion in Kurosawa’s Kagemusha

    Unravel the themes of power and illusion in Kurosa...

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    Unravel the themes of power and illusion in Kurosa...

    Written by: Simon Jenner

    25 February 2025
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    Filmmaking from Japan: The Golden Age of Japanese Cinema

    Discover Japan’s Golden Age of Cinema—iconic direc...

    Seven Samurai (1954) Director Akira Kurosawa
    Discover Japan’s Golden Age of Cinema—iconic direc...

    Written by: Simon Martin

    20 February 2025
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    Top 10 Romantic Japanese TV Shows to Binge Watch

    Fall in love with these must-watch romantic Japane...

    Top 10 Romantic Japanese TV Shows to Binge Watch
    Fall in love with these must-watch romantic Japane...

    Written by: Ayuko Suehiro

    7 February 2025
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  • A screenshot from Yojimbo: Akira Kurosawa’s Samurai Swan Song

    Yojimbo: Akira Kurosawa’s Samurai Swan Song

    With a resurgent moral tenacity and a typical cinematic opulence, Akira Kurosawa's samurai epic, Yoj...

    By: Simon Jenner

    22 January 2025
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    Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence: War, Identity & Spirit

    Few films have attempted to capture the magic of Christmas in a way as unique as Merry Christmas Mr....

    By: Santiago Campodonico

    16 January 2025
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