Flora on the Sand 1964 ( 6.5)

One evening, at the Marine Tower observatory, cosmetics salesman Ichiro Iki is drawn into conversation with an unfamiliar young lady Akiko. She invites Ichiro back to a hotel where they make love but part without even exchanging names. A week later, they have a second chance encounter at the observatory. This time, Ichiro is the one who pursues her. Back at the hotel, Akiko begs Ichiro to give her sister – Kyoko, a bar hostess – absolute hell. Akiko resents her sister for lecturing on chastity, while wantonly indulging in promiscuous activity. Ichiro takes an interest in Kyoko and sets out towards her bar…

Shitto 1962

Japanese mystery film directed by Michiyoshi Doi.

The Will to Live 1967

N/A N/A ( 8)

BEGIN Japanology invites you into the world of Japanese culture, both traditional and modern, explaining how traditions evolved and the part they still play today in people's everyday lives.

7 Up Japan 1992

This is the first in a series of documentaries following the lives of Japanese citizens based off Michael Apted's Up series.

14 Up Japan 1999

This is the second in a series of documentaries following the lives of Japanese citizens based off Michael Apted’s Up series.

21 Up Japan 2006

The latest in the Up series, which follows 13 Japanese children every seven years.