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Mari Katayama: A world of her own making
The photographer and textile artist discusses her latest work, creative influenc...
Realism and research underpin film with autistic protag...
Syoutarou Kobayasi reflects on his careful approach to portraying an autistic ma...
Let’s talk about ‘S&X,’ baby: Netflix drama on sexualit...
The Netflix series tries to destigmatize conversations about sex with unflinchin...
10 years on, Pikotaro was more than a viral novelty
The 44-second song was embraced worldwide and even helped break the ice between ...
Trailblazing artist Yayoi Kusama, ‘princess of polka do...
Kusama was known worldwide for her signature polka dots, repetitive patterns and...
‘I Don’t Know You’: A provocative, humanist drama with ...
Ryota Nakano's latest film is anchored by strong performances from Kentaro Sakag...
‘Numakage Public Pool’ documents the demise of a third ...
Shinga Ota's "hybrid documentary" is a bittersweet lament for a community hub fa...
‘The Full Monty’ comes to Japan to bare all and open minds
The English-language musical comedy starring Koji Yamamoto asks big questions ab...
Acclaimed Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97
Kusama was known worldwide for her signature polka dots, repetitive patterns and...
Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80
Her songs became standards, her image became iconic and her generosity made her ...
Chiikawa is small in stature but huge at the box office
Following the success of "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island," int...
Japan ministry ends collaboration with Netflix dating s...
The Justice Ministry axed the tie-up with "Badly In Love," which features ex-juv...
‘Shiranui’: A maritime mirage inspires an anime about m...
Director Ryo Katanosaka pivoted to animation during the COVID-19 pandemic, produ...
‘Masayume’ finds Zen in the messiness of being human
Nao Yoshigai's experimental documentary blends meditation, autobiography and bod...
‘Lives at Right Angles’ offers seldom-seen portrayal of...
J-pop idol Shota Yasuda crafts an insightful, compelling performance as the auti...
Japan axes Netflix collaboration after outcry over dati...
The Justice Ministry axed the tie-up with "Badly In Love," which features ex-juv...
