1. Tokyo Nameless Girl’s Story (2012)
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Japanese Title: 東京無印女子物語 (Tōkyō Mujirushi Joshi Monogatari)
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Director: Akiko Ōku
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Genre: Comedy, Romance
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Plot: The film follows Nozomi, a university student who moves to Tokyo to pursue her career and adapt to the fast-paced city life. She shares a home with her boyfriend, Kameyama, who is more laid-back. Meanwhile, Saeko, a working woman in the advertising industry, faces her own challenges when she hears a woman’s voice on her boyfriend’s phone.
2. A Silent Voice (2016)
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Japanese Title: 聲の形 (Koe no Katachi)
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Director: Naoko Yamada
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Genre: Animated Drama
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Plot: This film tells the story of Shoya Ishida, a former bully who seeks redemption by befriending Shoko Nishimiya, a deaf girl he once tormented. The narrative explores themes of bullying, disability, and the journey toward forgiveness.
3. A Girl In My Room (2022)
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Japanese Title: さよなら今晩は (Sayonara Konban wa)
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Director: Natsuki Takahashi
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Genre: Supernatural Drama
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Plot: Yohei, a young man in Onomichi, experiences a breakup with his girlfriend Reina. That night, a mysterious girl named Aisuke appears in his apartment, claiming to be a ghost unable to move on. As they spend time together, Yohei learns about Aisuke’s past and the two form an unexpected bond
4. Your Story (2009)
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Japanese Title: 女の子ものがたり (Onnanoko Monogatari)
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Director: Toshiyuki Morioka
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Genre: Drama
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Plot: Natsumi Takahara, a 30-year-old manga artist, grapples with a creative slump and personal discontent. Her editor’s question about her friendships prompts her to reflect on her childhood in a small village, leading her to reconnect with her past and reevaluate her present
5. A Girl Named Ann (2024)
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Japanese Title: あんのこと (An no Koto)
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Director: Hiroshi Okuyama
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Genre: Drama
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Plot: The film centers on Ann, a young girl who, after experiencing a traumatic event, embarks on a journey of self-discovery and healing. The narrative delves into themes of identity, resilience, and the complexities of growing up.
