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51. Trumpet on the Cliff (2016)
102 min | Drama
Aoi studies photography at a school in Tokyo. She undergoes a heart transplant operation and goes to the island of Okinawa to recover. Her uncle lives on the island. There, she holds a ... See full summary »
Director: Sun-Hee Han | Stars: Minami Sakuraba, Nanami Sakuraba, Nene Ôtsuka, Takurô Tatsumi
Votes: 120
52. Taiheiyô sensô to Himeyuri butai (1962)
93 min | Drama, War
The last fight put up by remaining Japanese forces and a special volunteer nursing corps on Okinawa at the end of World War II (1944-45).
Director: Kiyoshi Komori | Stars: Tôru Abe, Kanjûrô Arashi, Shinjirô Asano, Kikuko Hanaoka
Votes: 14
53. Chimu Dondon (2022– )
Romance
Teenaged Nobuko and her family live in Okinawa. A nice meal at a restaurant triggers her love for the world of cooking and the art of western cuisine. Life is not kind, however, and full of... See full summary »
Stars: Rikako Miura, Yuina Kuroshima
Votes: 6
54. Nabbie's Love (1999)
92 min | Drama
The film tells the story of a small community on a small island in Okinawa, Japan. Especially it focusses on the story of a grandma named Nabbie, but although it's her story told in the ... See full summary »
Director: Yûji Nakae | Stars: Naomi Nishida, Jun Murakami, Tomi Taira, Reiko Kaneshima
Votes: 296
55. Dai Nippon teikoku (1982)
180 min | Drama, History, War
Favorable portrayal of Japanese Prime Minister Hideki Tojo, who approved of the bombardment of Pearl Harbor, as a patriot. The film is a jingoistic defense of Japanese imperialism.
Director: Toshio Masuda | Stars: Tetsurô Tanba, Teruhiko Aoi, Tomokazu Miura, Masako Natsume
Votes: 55
56. The Shell Collector (2016)
87 min | Drama
A blind conchologist who lives ion the island of Okinawa, Japan cures a rare disease afflicting Izumi who has washed up on the shore. having cured a rare disease through coincidence he is ... See full summary »
Director: Yoshifumi Tsubota | Stars: Masahiro Arakaki, Lily Franky, Akira Fukuhara, Ai Hashimoto
Votes: 52
57. Hiroshima: Why the Bomb Was Dropped (1995 TV Movie)
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary
Documentary addressing controversial questions surrounding the decision to drop the atomic bomb on Japan at the end of World War II. Includes interviews with historians and analysis of records left by participants in the decision.
Stars: Peter Jennings, Gar Alperovitz, Barton Bernstein, McGeorge Bundy
Votes: 42
58. Dancing Karate Kid (2013)
78 min | Action, Comedy, Music
Ken loves exotic dances and the grace that comes with them. He is travelling the four corners of the world, but it is on the southern Japanese island of Okinawa where he meets olden Ryukyu ... See full summary »
Director: Tsukasa Kishimoto | Stars: Joey, Yui Koike, Masahiro Arakaki, Shingo Chinen
Votes: 15
59. Okinawan Boys (1983)
117 min | Drama
Director: Taku Shinjô | Stars: Ippo Fujikawa, Takashi Naitô, Miyuki Ono, Nana Okada
60. Pineapple Tours (1992)
118 min | Comedy
Directors: Tsutomu Makiya, Yûji Nakae, Hayashi Toma | Stars: Yukito Ara, Reiko Kaneshima, Yukio Miyagi, Kôji Nakamoto
Votes: 29
61. Okinawa: Urizun no ame (2015)
148 min | Documentary, History, War
'Okinawa: The Afterburn' is the first documentary film to provide a comprehensive picture of the 1945 Battle of Okinawa and the ensuing 70-year occupation of the island by the U.S. military.
Director: John Junkerman
Votes: 236
62. Chekeraccho!! (2006)
117 min | Drama, Musical
What do high school students usually do? While away their days dissatisfied with and unhappy about their lives. These four Okinawans are little different. Toru meets Nagisa, with her long ... See full summary »
Director: Rieko Miyamoto | Stars: Hayato Ichihara, Mao Inoue, Yûta Hiraoka, Tasuku Emoto
Votes: 170
63. 6th Marine Division on Okinawa (1945)
Not Rated | 50 min | Documentary
The 6th Marine Division invade Okinawa in 1945 helping to end World War II..This film may contain variations in audio and video quality due to limitations of the original source material
Votes: 10
64. Hello Zombie (2014)
45 min
Don and his unsuccessful indie film crew are shooting a trashy zombie flick in Okinawa, which - due to lack of funding - will probably be their last. When some holy grounds become the ... See full summary »
Director: Sôichi Takayama | Stars: Benbî, Shin'ichirô Chinen, Kyôhei Higa, Ai Kawamitsu
Votes: 8
65. A Sign Days (1989)
111 min | Biography, Drama
During the Vietnam War era, the influx of American soldiers to Okinawa boosted the local economy and introduced many bars and nightclubs.
Director: Yôichi Sai | Stars: Anna Nakagawa, Ryo Ishibashi, Leona Hirota, Yasuo Daichi
Votes: 31
66. Ao no umi: Long Summer (2014– )
30 min | Drama
Mai Odate is the daughter of a construction company president. When she was 17-years-old, Mai Odate learned that her real mother is in Okinawa. During the summer, she decided to go to ... See full summary »
Stars: Megumi Okina, Atsuhiro Inukai, Itsuji Itao, Hidenori Tokuyama
67. Last Flight Home (2007)
68 min | Documentary
The stark phrase 'Missing In Action' leaves the human spirit room for hope, doubt and question. While it seems that Dr. Scannon's work is in a far remote piece of the world, the real ... See full summary »
Directors: Daniel T. O'Brien, Jennifer Powers
Votes: 14
68. Moments of Truth with Stephen Ambrose (2001 TV Movie)
92 min | Documentary, History, War
World War II veterans, and others who were alive then, reminisce about their wartime "moments of truth".
Director: Chris Harty | Stars: Harry Smith, Stephen Ambrose, Paul Tibbets
Votes: 7
69. Mahiru no hana (2005)
Drama
Director: Masatoshi Akihara | Stars: Emi Eleonola, Steve Etou, Yûko Itô, Kei Kobayashi
71. Ani kaeru (2009 TV Movie)
Drama
Koichi is the eldest child of the Noda family, who essentially had to become the head of the house after his father disappeared. One day, he also disappears, leaving behind his fiancee ... See full summary »
Director: Yukio Fukamachi | Stars: Yoshino Kimura, Kazuya Takahashi, Kanji Tsuda, Tomoka Kurotani
72. Hisai (1998)
103 min | Drama, Horror
Director: Taku Shinjô | Stars: Mitsuko Baishô, Gitan Ôtsuru, Hirotarô Honda, Kôjirô Hongô
Votes: 23
73. Decoding Murray Fisher (2012)
13 min | Documentary, Short, Biography
On his 82nd birthday, the family of WWII veteran Murray Fisher starts to realize Murray has been keeping a huge secret for over 50 years.
Directors: Cindy Chen, Nate Lessler, Stephen Toyofuku | Stars: Bettye Fisher, Karen Fisher, Murray Fisher
74. Okinawa no tami (1956)
96 min | War
Director: Takumi Furukawa | Stars: Sachiko Hidari, Hiroyuki Nagato, Shôji Yasui, Tomoko Kô
75. Paikaji nankai sakusen (2012)
115 min | Adventure, Comedy
Sasaki has had a difficult period, going through a divorce and losing his job. To take a break and start anew, Sasaki decides to visit Iriomote Island. While there, Sasaki's belongings are ... See full summary »
Director: Tôru Hosokawa | Stars: Sadao Abe, Nozomi Sasaki, Shihori Kanjiya, Kento Nagayama
Votes: 23
77. Chura-Chura: Omake hizô (2006 Video)
17 min | Documentary, Short, Biography
Director: Toshihiko Egi | Stars: Yui Aragaki, Hîsa, Makiko, Maririn
78. Umi no muribushi (1988 TV Movie)
Drama
The setting is the southern island of Okinawa in Japan. The story revolves around the fisherman who inhabit the island. The poorer families have for generations sent their male children to ... See full summary »
Director: Souta Yamamoto | Stars: Norihito Arai, Yuriko Ishida, Ken Ogata, Ryoko Takakura
79. Ihin seiriya: Mirai-dô (2008)
59 min | Drama
Director: Gôsuke Tsuchida | Stars: Matthew Anderson, Shin'ichirô Chinen, Masaki Tawata, Shûhei Ômine
80. Cuisine of Okinawa (1998 TV Movie)
30 min | Documentary
Stars: June Arakawa, Chuck Furuya, Steve Yamada, Roy Yamaguchi
81. Two Islands (2007)
18 min | Short
One country, two islands. The island of Okinawa has had a recent history of oppression. The people were occupied now the Japanese and now they are occupied by United States Military bases. ... See full summary »
Director: Min Bae
82.
American Experience (1987– )
Episode:
Victory in the Pacific
(2005)
TV-PG | Documentary, Biography, History
Director: Austin Hoyt | Stars: Kippy Goldfarb, Peter Haydu, Paul Horn, David Ogden Stiers
Votes: 46
83.
Heavy Metal (2000– )
Episode:
Aircraft Carrier
(2004)
Documentary, History, War
One of the most crucial weapons of World War Two's war in the Pacific was the aircraft carrier but it was also a compelling target. This program explains the critical role of the aircraft ... See full summary »
Director: Colin Barratt
84.
Dogfights (2005– )
Episode:
Death of the Japanese Navy
(2006)
TV-PG | 46 min | Documentary, History, War
The World War II Battle of Samar when a small US Navy task unit defeated a vastly more powerful Japanese fleet.
Director: Robert Kirk | Star: Phil Crowley
Votes: 30
85.
The Twentieth Century (1957–1968)
Episode:
Typhoon at Okinawa
(1961)
Documentary, History
Star: Walter Cronkite
86.
Ouran High School Host Club (2006)
Episode:
Taiyô to umi to host bu
(2006)
TV-14 | 23 min | Animation, Comedy, Romance
A day at the beach is a working holiday for the Host Club, but the boys also decide upon a game to see who among them can discover Haruhi's fear.
Director: Takuya Igarashi | Stars: Maaya Sakamoto, Mamoru Miyano, Masaya Matsukaze, Ken'ichi Suzumura
Votes: 126
87.
Cobra Kai (2018–2025)
Episode:
The Right Path
(2021)
TV-14 | 36 min | Action, Comedy, Drama
Following an important meeting in Japan, Daniel revisits Mr. Miyagi's hometown in Okinawa. Johnny attempts to reconnect with Robby.
Director: Lin Oeding | Stars: Ralph Macchio, William Zabka, Courtney Henggeler, Xolo Maridueña
Votes: 3,964
88.
Cobra Kai (2018–2025)
Episode:
Miyagi-Do
(2021)
TV-14 | 39 min | Action, Comedy, Drama
In Okinawa, Daniel spends time with an old friend - and an old enemy, who has much to teach him. The dueling dojos' rivalry comes to a nasty head.
Director: Steven K. Tsuchida | Stars: Ralph Macchio, William Zabka, Courtney Henggeler, Xolo Maridueña
Votes: 4,630
89.
Rhys Darby in Japan (2020)
Episode:
Episode #1.4
(2020)
Documentary, Comedy
The popularity of New Zealand's mascot, Pabu-chan, grows at the Sapporo Snow Festival, and then he gets a chance to hit the big time. Rhys also travels to the Okinawa Islands in search of the beautiful and fleeting cherry blossoms.
Director: Dean Cornish | Stars: Rhys Darby, Joanne Gourley, Natsuki-San, Setsuko Yajima
Votes: 8
90.
Destroyed in Seconds (2008–2010)
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(2009)
TV-14 | 21 min | Documentary, Reality-TV
Trapped between a tornado and downed power lines, storm chasers are pummeled with wind and huge hail stones. A suspension bridge collapses, a draw bridge smashes a boat and a speedboat ... See full summary »
Stars: Ron Pitts, Phil Parry
Votes: 9
91.
ETV Special (2003– )
Episode:
Onna tachi no chijô sen: Okinawa umoreta rokuon têpu 150 jikan no shôgen
(2009)
60 min | Documentary, Talk-Show
Director: Kengo Toyoda | Star: Motoyo Yamane
92.
Wendover Productions (2015– )
Episode:
The US' Overseas Military Base Strategy
(2019)
14 min | Documentary
The United States military officially documents just over 500 military bases overseas. But a more thorough inventory reveals well over 800 bases, contingency locations and cooperative ... See full summary »
Star: Sam Denby
93.
The Pacific (2010)
Episode:
Home
(2010)
TV-MA | 61 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
After V-J Day, Leckie and Sledge return home and try to readjust to civilian life.
Director: Jeremy Podeswa | Stars: James Badge Dale, Joseph Mazzello, Jon Seda, Betty Buckley
Votes: 2,154
94.
The Pacific (2010)
Episode:
Okinawa
(2010)
TV-MA | 58 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
The 1st Marine Division fight a determined Japanese force on Okinawa who prefer death to surrender and are indifferent to the lives of Okinawan civilians.
Director: Timothy Van Patten | Stars: James Badge Dale, Joseph Mazzello, Jon Seda, Noel Fisher
Votes: 2,388
95.
Honjitsumo hare, ijou nashi (2009– )
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(2009)
Drama
Okinawa is far from Shinjuku in Tokyo, but that is where a police officer from the latter is assigned. The idyllic and tropical island has not had a police officer in a while and many are ... See full summary »
Stars: Kenji Sakaguchi, Nao Matsushita, Munetaka Aoki, Noriko Aoyama
96.
Honjitsumo hare, ijou nashi (2009– )
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(2009)
Drama
The orphans have moved in with the new policeman who participates in the school exercise before collapsing from a heatstroke. This leads to the revelation that the island does not have a ... See full summary »
Stars: Kenji Sakaguchi, Nao Matsushita, Munetaka Aoki, Noriko Aoyama
97.
Honjitsumo hare, ijou nashi (2009– )
Episode:
Episode #1.5
(2009)
Drama
It is a small island and there are not many opportunities for the youngsters. The sole teenage girl has lost hope and does not plan on going to high school. The teenage boy is disappointing... See full summary »
Stars: Kenji Sakaguchi, Nao Matsushita, Munetaka Aoki, Noriko Aoyama
98.
Honjitsumo hare, ijou nashi (2009– )
Episode:
Episode #1.8
(2009)
Drama
The island is losing its scant population and things are about to get worse as the mayor and principal receive word from the prefectural government. This prompts a few residents to spring ... See full summary »
Stars: Kenji Sakaguchi, Nao Matsushita, Munetaka Aoki, Noriko Aoyama
99.
Love Is Blind: Japan (2022)
Episode:
Just the Two of Us
(2022)
TV-PG | 46 min | Reality-TV, Romance
The engaged couples depart for their romantic getaways, where they'll have plenty of opportunities to get to know each other.
Votes: 20
100.
Cobra Kai (2018–2025)
Episode:
Molé
(2022)
TV-14 | 38 min | Action, Comedy, Drama
Chozen and Daniel hatch a risky plot against Terry. In Mexico, Robby and Johnny look for Miguel, who discovers the truth about his dad.
Director: Steven K. Tsuchida | Stars: Ralph Macchio, William Zabka, Courtney Henggeler, Xolo Maridueña
Votes: 2,704