Mayumi Asaka
Biography: Mayumi Asaka is a Japanese actress. One of her television roles was as the ninja Sagiri in the jidaigeki Abarenbo Shogun.
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: September 06, 1955
Deathday: N/A
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Ultraman Taro: Burn On! The 6 Ultra Brothers
1973-12-20
Ultraman Taro: Burn On! The 6 Ultra Brothers
Overview: Theatrical version of episode 25 of Ultraman Taro TV series.
Genres: Action Science Fiction Adventure
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1973-12-20
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Nezumi Kozo Jirokichi hissatsu no shiraha
1983-03-25
Nezumi Kozo Jirokichi hissatsu no shiraha
Overview: A gripping and entertaining historical drama that follows the actions of the thief Nezumi Kozo Jirokichi during the Edo period.
Genres: Crime History
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1983-03-25
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The Tale of Genji
1981-01-03
The Tale of Genji
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1981-01-03
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Love and the Grand Tug-of-war
2020-10-30
Love and the Grand Tug-of-war
Overview: Following the 2009 financial crash, Waseda University graduate Takeshi lost his job in Tokyo and retreated to his family home in Sendai. While he resumed his role as heir to the family construction company with a diligent attitude, his hidebound father resents that his son left and that at the age of 35 Takeshi is still single. However, wider events will force father and son to overcome their differences as the Otsunahiki, a great tug-of-war featuring thousands of participants, will pull them together in a family tradition just as Takeshi meets Jiheyun, a beautiful Korean doctor on an exchange programme... The ties of family bind people tightly as characters struggle with the push of their own ambitious urges and the pull of family commitments but the Otsunahiki ropes things together in a family drama rich with events and the culture of Sendai, that will tug and the heartstrings of viewers whilst providing to the desire to visit the beautiful and storied region.
Genres: Drama Romance
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2020-10-30
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Ultraman Taro: Like the Sun, Mother of Ultra
1973-08-01
Ultraman Taro: Like the Sun, Mother of Ultra
Overview: Theatrical version of episode 1 of the 'Ultraman Taro' TV series.
Genres: Science Fiction Action Adventure Fantasy
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1973-08-01
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Kienai Akari
2023-10-21
Kienai Akari
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2023-10-21
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Kindaichi Kosuke vs Akechi Kogoro
2013-09-23
Kindaichi Kosuke vs Akechi Kogoro
Overview: The Ganso and Honke are two medical wholesalers which have had a long history of exchanges. They were originally a wholesaler set up by Tokiya Manemon who invented a drug. After he fell ill, he imparted the formula to his two beloved disciples. But the two were at loggerheads and the enmity between them caused a split into two factions, the ‘original’ (Ganso) and the ‘originator’ (Honke). One day, an incident finally occurred. Kiichiro (Endo Kaname), the eldest son of the Honke, launched an attack on the young master of the Ganso, Nagahiko (Oshinari Shugo).
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2013-09-23
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Melodrama
1988-07-01
Melodrama
Overview: The film depicts the anguish of an arsonist as he approaches the statute of limitations.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1988-07-01
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Tales of the Bizarre: 2023 Fall Special
2023-11-11
Tales of the Bizarre: 2023 Fall Special
Overview: "Tales of the Bizarre: 2023 Fall Special" (世にも奇妙な物語 '23秋の特別編) is a Japanese anthology drama that aired on Fuji TV on November 11, 2023. This special presents four unique, mysterious tales. Episode summaries: 1. "The Eternal Two" An assistant accused of murder alters reality with a mysterious button. 2. "False Accusation in Hell" A lawyer defends a deceased man in Hell, uncovering shocking truths. 3. "Transistor Compression Contest" A fierce competition to compress a magazine leads to unexpected rivalries. 4. "Set Your Life's Playlist in Advance" A life-caster builds an AI idol, unveiling secrets from her past.
Genres: Drama Science Fiction Horror
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2023-11-11
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UNFAIR: the movie
2007-03-17
UNFAIR: the movie
Overview: When a devoted detective probes the suspicious death of her father, she uncovers massive corruption and finds herself in grave danger.
Genres: Action Thriller Mystery
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2007-03-17
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Eau de Vie
2003-02-15
Eau de Vie
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Genres: Drama Mystery Romance
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2003-02-15
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Dr. Coto's Clinic
2022-12-16
Dr. Coto's Clinic
Overview: In this drama set on Shikina Island, a far-flung island of the Japanese archipelago located more than six hours from the Japanese main islands, the young physician Kensuke Goto arrives at the island and has to deal with the island's inhabitants, not eager to accept him, at a clinic lacking sufficient medical equipment. Here's a human drama showing how Dr. Coto values the dignity of human life while unflinchingly facing disease with a serious attitude.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2022-12-16
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ミッドナイト・ジャーナル 消えた誘拐犯を追え
2018-03-30
ミッドナイト・ジャーナル 消えた誘拐犯を追え
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Genres: Crime
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2018-03-30
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Fireworks from the Heart
2010-09-25
Fireworks from the Heart
Overview: On September 9th, the day of the Katakai Fireworks Festival, high school student Hana comes home from the hospital after six months of treatment for leukemia. She then discovers that her older brother Taro has become a social recluse. Taro used to be tender, smart and proud of his younger sister, but now he even turns his back on her and stays in his room. With Hana's help Taro slowly opens up to the world again. Then, with winter approaching, Hana has a relapse with her leukemia. Taro comes to the hospital everyday to visit Hana and soon learns that the Katakai Fireworks Festival is a symbol of happiness for Hana. Taro then takes the initiative to make Hana happy and approaches the town's youth group once more for admittance.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2010-09-25
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Fragments of the Last Will
2022-12-09
Fragments of the Last Will
Overview: Based on a true story - a true love story of a man and his wife who are at the mercy of fate, but wish to be reunited for 11 years. With thoughts of his wife and his fellows, Yamamoto Hatao never gave up hoping that he'd return home despite hopeless circumstances.
Genres: History Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2022-12-09
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Tales of the Bizarre: 2008 Fall Special
2008-09-23
Tales of the Bizarre: 2008 Fall Special
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Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2008-09-23
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Shodo Girls
2010-05-15
Shodo Girls
Overview: Based on a true story, Shodo Girls tells a tale of hope and community spirit where youth and vigour meet age and wisdom to overcome the towns struggle to remain on the map.
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2010-05-15
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Handling Method for Grumpy Women
2019-06-15
Handling Method for Grumpy Women
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Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2019-06-15
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Again
2013-11-16
Again
Overview: High school student Hatsumi lives with her mother. Her father passed away. She then meets 18-year-old Ryutaro who works at a waste paper collection field. They fall in love.Ryutaro is then unable to contact Hatsumi and jumps to the conclusion that Hatsumi hates him. When they meet again, Ryutaro loses control of his emotions and a horrific incident occurs. Hatsumi becomes conflicted with her mixed emotions towards Ryutaro. She makes a decision.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2013-11-16
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Hyakunen no kei, watashi ni ari
2016-01-03
Hyakunen no kei, watashi ni ari
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2016-01-03
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Honto ni Atta Kowai Hanashi: Summer Special 2013
2013-08-17
Honto ni Atta Kowai Hanashi: Summer Special 2013
Overview: Honto ni Atta Kowai Hanashi Summer Special 2013 features five chilling reenacted tales: 1. Terror on the Second Floor: Ryu (Suzuki Fuku) sees a spooky woman at home, but his warnings are ignored until a terrifying encounter changes everything. 2. X Hospital: Intern Naoki (Fujigaya Taisuke) faces eerie events at a hospital rebuilt in a cross shape, where horrors lurk at its ends. 3. Hint of a Shadow: Miwa (Fukada Kyoko) sees black shadows that signal tragedy, including her grandfather's death, and one appears during her job interview. 4. Girls High School Major Panic: Teacher Yosuke (Sakaguchi Kenji) investigates a ghost video and a growing crack at school as strange events escalate. 5. The Doll That Moves: Rina (Sashihara Rino) buys a creepy doll, which seems to move and causes sinister happenings, forcing her to confront its dark secret.
Genres: TV Movie Horror
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2013-08-17
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S: The Last Policeman: Recovery of Our Future
2015-08-29
S: The Last Policeman: Recovery of Our Future
Overview: The NPS (National Police Safety Rescue), whose purpose is to catch extreme criminals alive, becomes the center of attention. A sit-in demonstration takes place. Members of the NPS, including Ichigo Kamikura (Osamu Mukai) go to the protest site. Meanwhile, a transport ship is hijacked in the Pacific Ocean.
Genres: Drama Crime Action Thriller
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2015-08-29
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The Complex
2013-05-13
The Complex
Overview: Nursing student Asuka has just moved into an apartment complex with her parents and younger brother. On the first night in her new room, she is awoken by a strange scratching sound coming from the apartment of her neighbor, a reclusive old man who has refused all attempts at communication. Concerned over his well being, Asuka enters his home only to find him dead from malnutrition. Worse, it looks as if he had been trying to claw his way into her room. Asuka learns that there have been a number of strange deaths in the complex over the years from Shinobu, the handyman cleaning up the old man’s apartment. Even the girls at school whisper rumors of it being haunted.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2013-05-13
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X Game 2
2012-04-21
X Game 2
Overview: High school girl and four other people were forced to play a X-game to take responsibility for what they did in the past.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-04-21
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Maiko monogatari
1987-07-11
Maiko monogatari
Overview: Japanese drama film.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1987-07-11
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Delivery of Death
2014-05-30
Delivery of Death
Overview: Reporters Takehara and Tsumura Aki work for the magazine "Shukan Dodongo". Their chief editor tells them to monitor Okase Shohei who is an ex-bureaucrat and was recently released from prison. 7 years ago, Shohei was arrested for embezzling 1 billion yen. The investigation seven years ago was able to track down 700 million yen but unable to locate the remaining 300 million yen. Now, the chief editor is sure Shohei will go to wherever the remaining 300 million yen is hidden.
Genres: Mystery
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2014-05-30
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The Last Hero
1982-12-18
The Last Hero
Overview: The 8th All-Japan Road Race Championship. The internationally ranked A-level SUGO circuit is on the edge of its seat as the 500 cc final draws near. Akio Kitano and Keishi Ooki face off: private team versus factory team. In the final lap, Akio is overtaken by Ooki and loses by a hair. The reason for his defeat? The difference between their two machines. With their scores tied, the two wait for the next match to settle the score for good.
Genres: Action
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1982-12-18
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Nagai Nagai Satsujin
2008-05-31
Nagai Nagai Satsujin
Overview: A man’s body is found in the suburbs of Tokyo. The dead man was hit by a car and his head beaten by the reckless driver after the accident. The dead man had a wife named Noriko. She likes fancy things and she has a lover named Tsukada. It's also learned that the dead man was insured for 300 million yen. The media and the public look at Noriko and her boyfriend Tsukada with suspicion, but they have perfect alibis. Then, Detective Hibiki, who is in charge of the case, and Private Detective Kono become involved in a series of mysterious murder cases.
Genres: Mystery TV Movie
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2008-05-31
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Desperate Pursuit
1986-05-17
Desperate Pursuit
Overview: In the desert of Egypt, Kurata, the CEO of the Japanese corporation Tokokaihatsu, is killed by a sniper. After the news reaches Japan, the CEO's lawyer, Yamamoto, receives a visit from two men that attempt to steal the deceased CEO's will. This is witnessed by two detectives, Tsuzuki and Ōnuki, but they fail to catch the perps. Yamamoto hands the detectives a set of keys before he stops breathing. Tsuzuki and Ōnuki now have to investigate Kurata's murder...
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1986-05-17
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The Goodbye Girls
1987-12-05
The Goodbye Girls
Overview: When 22-year-old Ikuko gets fired from her editing internship right before her college graduation instead of getting hired, she turns to her schoolteacher father for advice. Instead, he tells her, "I've decided to become a singer! Sort your own life out!" Confused, Ikuko gets on a boat to the town of Takarazuka, home of the musical industry, to see her classmate Mari. Mari introduces her to an accountant named Yoshie, and together the three of them move into a house they call "The Women's House: Die Fraulein".
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1987-12-05
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Jun
1980-04-09
Jun
Overview: Jun has come to Tokyo from his family home, an island which resembles a ship. He works in a machine shop and is attempting to develop a career as a cartoonist in his spare time. When he travels around the town by subway, he has grown into the habit of groping female passengers in a sexual way. They never denounce him, and many seem to respond very favorably, moaning in apparent ecstasy. However, when his girlfriend sees him doing this, she denounces him to the police.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1980-04-09
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Kagura Me
2015-10-24
Kagura Me
Overview: A woman bears a 13 year grudge with her father over the traditional dance he was performing that caused him to be absent from her mother's death, until they reconnect over the very same dance.
Genres: Family Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2015-10-24
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Stay With Me Till The Dawn
2018-10-27
Stay With Me Till The Dawn
Overview: In order to support her son, single-mother works at a bar that operates an undisclosed adult entertainment business. One day, Ishioka Kazuya comes into the store as a customer, but Ishioka never sleeps with her, and instead just looks at the scenery outside the window.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2018-10-27
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Hissatsu shimatsunin
1997-03-01
Hissatsu shimatsunin
Overview: A former assassin is drawn into a conspiracy which leads him to return to his old ways, endangering his brother who suspects that something is afoot...
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1997-03-01
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Genkai in a Black Company
2009-11-21
Genkai in a Black Company
Overview: After the death of this mother, Masao Oneta (Teppei Koike) decides to leave the comfort of his room after years of self isolation and get a job. He lands a position at a small IT firm but doesn't yet realise this company is one of many 'black companies', known for overworking their employees.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2009-11-21
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Yaeko's Hum
2016-10-29
Yaeko's Hum
Overview: Yaeko has taken care of her husband Seigo who has stomach cancer. Seigo goes through 4 surgeries, but survives. Yaeko is then diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and her condition worsens. Their family struggles to take care of Yaeko, but they also cherish their time with her. Seigo takes care of Yaeko as best as he can.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2016-10-29
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Nagoya no kissaten
2014-01-01
Nagoya no kissaten
Overview: A 27-year-old woman, named Eri, drops into a café in Nagoya for the first time in 20 years. There, she talks about the past with a maternal half-uncle, who she sees for the first time, and ends up confirming family secrets.
Genres: Drama Family
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 2014-01-01
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