If you have just gone through a break up and need some romance in your life, then check out some of the best Japanese romance movies below.
My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday 2016
The movie follows the journey of a couple, who feel an instant attraction to each other. We meet Takatoshi, who is minding his own business on a train journey across the city. It is here, where he bumps into Emi, and the two cannot take their eyes off each other. But there is something more to Emi. She can predict the future because of her teleportation abilities, so she becomes even more enticing. The two continue to live each day as their last by ‘literally’ living those moments again and again.
Cast: Sota Fukushi, Nana Komatsu, Masahiro Higashide, Yuki Yamada
Release Date: 17 December 2016
From Me to You 2010
The protagonist, Sawako Kuronuma, is often picked on and bullied. Her confidence suffers, and she avoids close contact until she comes across Shota. He is not only a well-mannered person, but he is also handsome as well. Shota often goes out of his way to make sure that Sawako is ok. His genuine kindness begins to rub off on her as the duo start to develop feelings for each other. Where will they end up?
Cast: Mikako Tabe, Haruma Miura, Misako Renbutsu, Haru Aoyama
Release Date: 25 September 2010
Give My First Love To You 2010
This movie explores romance through tragedy. The main character, Takuma, suffers from a chronic heart condition. His life expectancy is not great as he is not expected to live beyond his twenties. Takuma then strikes up a friendship with Mayu, whose father happens to be a cardiologist in charge of Takuma’s care. They begin to see each other more frequently. As they grow older together, they become ever-closer. Will Takuma live to see the results of his friendship?
Cast: Mikako Tabe, Haruma Miura, Misako Renbutsu, Haru Aoyama
Release Date: 25 September 2010
Our Meal for Tomorrow 7 January 2017
This movie seeks to throw gender norms and expectations on their heads. We meet Koharu, who is a very bold student. Unlike her female counterparts, she is anything but shy. She knows what she wants and how to get it. She seeks the attention of another student, Ryota. He is the complete opposite and is quite reserved. Unperturbed, she makes a move and asks him out. We see their relationship go over a span of years as they face many challenges.
Cast: Yuko Araki, Hairi Katagiri, Chieko Matsubara, Karen Miyama
Release Date: 7 January 2017
My Girlfriend Is a Cyborg (2008)
This romantic movie takes the unexpected to a whole new level. As indicated by the title, Jiro ends up finding a girl that he is really interested in. The only problem is that she is a cyborg. But there is more than her biology that makes the movie fascinating. She has many stories and unexpected truths to tell. As the audience learns more about her background, they begin to identify with her. In the same vein, Jiro’s feelings become even stronger. So can a cyborg and a human have a happy ending?
Cast: Haruka Ayase, Keisuke Koide, Risa Ai, Nya Daigo
Release Date: 31 May 2008
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