Episode

Japanese cinema captivates new global audience

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In-depth News Features | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News
Published
Jul 15, 2026
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386
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https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/4941/
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https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/upld/medias/en/news/backstory/articles-4941-9814-202607151145.mp3
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Summary

A new generation of Japanese filmmakers is emerging across a wide range of genres, their work winning critical acclaim at film festivals around the world. The recognition follows the success of directors like Koreeda Hirokazu and Kitano Takeshi, who have been captivating global audiences for decades.