The Boy and the Beast
Kôji Yakusho, Aoi Miyazaki, Shôta Sometani
When a young orphaned boy living on the streets of Shibuya stumbles upon a fantastic world of beasts, he's taken in by a gruff warrior beast looking for an apprentice.
Why you'll love it
An adventure that combines elements of fantasy and romance, set in a fantastical world with beautiful locations.
The Garden of Words
Miyu Irino, Kana Hanazawa, Fumi Hirano
On a rainy morning in Tokyo, 15-year-old Takao, an aspiring shoemaker, decides to skip class to sketch designs in a beautiful garden. This is where he meets Yukari, a beautiful yet mysterious woman. They strike an unlikely friends...
Why you'll love it
Set in beautiful Tokyo gardens, this film tells a poignant story of an unlikely romance between two individuals.
5 Centimeters per Second
Kenji Mizuhashi, Yoshimi Kondou, Satomi Hanamura
Told in three interconnected segments, Takaki tells the story of his life as cruel winters, cold technology, and finally, adult obligations and responsibility converge to test the delicate petals of love.
Why you'll love it
This film captures the bittersweet nature of love and distance, featuring stunning visuals of various Japanese landscapes.
A Whisker Away
Mirai Shida, Natsuki Hanae, Minako Kotobuki
Miyo Sasaki is in love with her classmate Kento Hinode and tries repeatedly to get Kento's attention by transforming into a cat, but at some point, the boundary between herself and the cat becomes ambiguous.
Why you'll love it
A unique love story that blends fantasy and romance, set against the backdrop of a vibrant Japanese town.