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This remake of the masterpiece Tokyo Story is less depressing than the original.  The first part is almost the same as the original, except that it was shot in color. However, a scene in the second part of the movie, between the mother and youngest son will make you forget that this is a remake.  

TOKYO KAZOKU (Tokyo Family)

(directed by Yoji Yamada)

You just want life to be easy

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Still prefer the book but it was a fresh welcome to know more about the sister in law in the movie. 

THE PROFESSOR AND HIS BELOVED EQUATION (Hakase no ashita sushiki)

(directed by Takashi Koizumi)

“Solving a problem for which you know there's an answer is like climbing a mountain with a guide, along a trail someone else has laid.” 

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One of my favorite Japanese movies. Set in World War II, it tackles a lot about family, friendship and a bullying in Japanese schools.  The film also features one of my favorite Japanese songs.

SHONEN JIDAI (Childhood Days) 

directed by Masahiro Shinoda 

"The dreams are after all, memories of the past and the future"

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This film may have the elements of Okuribito (Departures), Kokuhaku (Confessions) and Wandafuru Raifu (After Life) but it still captures the interest of the viewers from start to finish.  I think I can work as a "Connector"

TSUNAGU (Until the Break of Dawn)

(directed by Yuichiro Hirakawa)

Where do people go when they die? 

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Saw this film on my flight to Singapore. There were two scenes that still kept on playing inside my head. The slapping scene and "that scene". 

AMOUR (Love)

(directed by Michael Haneke)

Things will go on, and then one day it will all be over.

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Entirely shot in Hokkaido. The way the narration unfolds is enough to keep the viewers interested.  And if you are into silent / more of a talking film, this one is for you.  Boo to the trailer though.  It contains a spoiler! 

A CHORUS OF ANGELS (Kita no Kanariatachi)

(directed by : Junji Sakamoto)

I did not sing for everyone here. It was only for one person.

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Aside from the story and direction, the use of black and white, framing, music were well-executed. it's one family drama that you should watch. i wonder whether Kore-eda took inspiration from this film for his movie "Aruitemo, Aruitemo"

TOKYO STORY (Tokyo Monogatari)

(directed by Yasujiro Ozu)

"If we got lost in this city, we may never see each other again"

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a bitter-sweet romance in 3 days.

I HAVE TO BUY NEW SHOES (Atarashii Kutsu Wo Kawanakucha)

(directed by Eriko Katagawa)

Let me be your Eiffel Tower

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I really liked the quietness of this film. 

DEAREST (Anata e)

(directed by Yasuo Furuhata)

there is no path but this one. i drift alone

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One of the entertaining and heartwarming animated films I've seen recently. 

WOLF CHILDREN (Okami Kodomo No Ame To Yuki)

(directed by Mamoru Hosada)

Why is always the wolf the bad guy?

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I am not sure why Japanese trailers are giving away the plot. One of the inspiring Japanese films I've seen lately.  (I love the soundtrack too, hope to find the songs later)

CHEERS FROM HEAVEN (Tenkogu Kara no Yell)

(directed by Chikato Kumazawa)

Most dreams are shiny and beautiful but most them are cruel at the same time

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Too bad that the trailer obviously gives away the plot of the story, but if you are celebrating Hanabi season, this is still worth watching

Oniichan no Hanabi (Fireworks from the Heart)

(directed by Masahiro Kunimoto)

Every firework bear the heart and soul of the people

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If you want to have a closer look about how Japanese value their work, a glimpse about their work ethics, this documentary is highly recommended.

JIRO DREAMS OF SUSHI

(directed by David Gelb)

I'll continue to climb, trying to reach the top.. but no one knows where the top is.

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This movie will bring back the child in you. Clever for Kore-eda to use real-life brothers as main characters.  

KISEKI (I WISH)

(directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda)

Once you're drunk, all beer tastes the same. No matter how much you drink, it all comes out as pee

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COOL RUNNINGS 

(directed by Jon Turteltaub)

Your bones don't break in bobsleb. They shatter.

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HELLO GHOST (Hellowoo Goseuteu)

(directed by Young-Tak Kim)

No one's calling me

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GHOST IN YOUR ARMS AGAIN

(directed by Taro Otani)

Why can't you feel me?