Anime, kaiju, J-horror, exploitation, and everything in between—Japan has been producing some of the most interesting and creative movies for decades. In JAPAN ON FILM, author and Japanese film lecturer Perry Constantine and his guests will introduce you to the wide, wonderful, and sometimes weird world of Japanese films. We not only review, but also use these movies to provide some education on Japanese society, history, and culture. A proud part of the Film Stories Podcast Network: www.filmstories.co.uk
Japan On Film
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Anime, kaiju, J-horror, exploitation, and everything in between—Japan has been producing some of the most interesting and creative movies for decades. In JAPAN ON FILM, author and Japanese film lecturer Perry Constantine and his guests will introduce you to the wide, wonderful, and sometimes weird world of Japanese films. We not only review, but also use these movies to provide some education on Japanese society, history, and culture. A proud part of the Film Stories Podcast Network: www.filmstories.co.uk
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June 11, 2026
S14E10 – Tomie (1998) [富江]
We close out the season with first-time guest and film director Adrian Abbott to discuss the adaptation of Junji Ito's popular horror manga, Tomie! Thanks so much for listening to this season of Japan On Film! We'll be going on a hiatus now, but will return soon with another season and more Japanese movies to discuss. Until then, feel free to connect with us at the links below. Hosted by Perry Constantine Guest-Starring Adrian Abbott Visit Another Motion Picture Company to find out about Adrian's films and follow him on Instagram. Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn. It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! JapanOnFilm.com Bluesky Threads Instagram Facebook Discord Film Stories Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 4, 2026
S14E09 – The Emperor in August (2015) [日本のいちばん長い日]
Japanese film scholar Dr. Patrick Terry returns to the show to discuss The Emperor in August and the historical context around Japan's surrender at the end of WW2 and what the film spotlights and leaves out. Hosted by Perry Constantine Guest-Starring Dr. Patrick Terry You can connect with Patrick by email and check out his faculty profile. Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn. It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! JapanOnFilm.com Bluesky Threads Instagram Facebook Discord Film Stories Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 28, 2026
S14E08 – Memories of Matsuko (2006) [嫌われ松子の一生]
This episode, Perry is joined by podcaster, game designer, and returning guest KJ Brown to discuss the vibrantly depressing Memories of Matsuko. Hosted by Perry Constantine Guest-Starring KJ Brown Check out KJ's game Blossom Breeze and check out him on these other podcasts: Talking Studios Talking Studios Japanese Films Episodes Playlist Talking Pictures Trivia Keep Making Movies Adapt It Limited Lexicon Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn. It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! JapanOnFilm.com Bluesky Threads Instagram Facebook Discord Film Stories Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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