Love Exposure
Takahiro Nishijima, Hikari Mitsushima, Sakura Andô
A bizarre love triangle forms between a young Catholic upskirt photographer, a misandric girl and a manipulative cultist.
Why you'll love it
A unique blend of romance, action, and eroticism that explores the complexities of love and sexuality.
Audition
Ryô Ishibashi, Eihi Shiina, Tetsu Sawaki
A widower has his film producer friend organize a fake audition as a means of helping him find a new girlfriend, but the woman he selects is not who she appears to be.
Why you'll love it
A psychological horror film that delves into themes of obsession and desire, with shocking and erotic elements.
Nymphomaniac: Vol. I
Charlotte Gainsbourg, Stellan Skarsgård, Stacy Martin
A self-diagnosed nymphomaniac recounts her erotic experiences to the man who saved her after a beating.
Why you'll love it
While not exclusively Japanese, this film includes themes of eroticism and explores the life of a self-diagnosed nymphomaniac.
In the Realm of the Senses
Tatsuya Fuji, Eiko Matsuda, Aoi Nakajima
A fictionalized retelling of the story of Sada Abe, whose affair with her master quickly turned obsessive and sadomasochistic.
Why you'll love it
A controversial film based on a true story that explores the boundaries of love and desire in Japan.