3 Recommendations for Japanese Films and Dramas About Painters, Interesting Stories with an Artistic Touch

Kapanlagi.com - Japanese films and drama series have become quite popular among viewers in the homeland. Japanese films and dramas are loved for their courage in tackling unique and unusual themes. One of the themes that is often raised in unique Japanese films and dramas is about painters. Yes, there are indeed several interesting Japanese films and dramas about painters that are worth watching.

For fans of Japanese films and dramas, these recommended titles are definitely worth adding to your watch list. These films and dramas offer a unique blend of captivating narratives and visual beauty. Additionally, the stories of painters, which are so closely tied to the world of art, will provide a different perspective on viewing the world and its issues.

So, are you interested in watching recommendations for Japanese films and dramas about painters? If yes, let's check out the list of recommendations and brief reviews below.

1. DRAWING CLOSER (2024)

DRAWING CLOSER (credit: mydramalist)

The story about the life of a painter is a theme that is still quite rarely addressed in Japanese films and dramas. However, this makes Japanese films and dramas about painters an interesting entertainment that should not be missed.

One of the Japanese films that tells the story of a painter is DRAWING CLOSER. This relatively new Japanese film tells the story of Hayasaka Akito, a talented artist. One day, he is working hard to get accepted into a prestigious exhibition, the Nika Exhibition.

However, at the same time, Hayasaka encounters a major problem in his life. A tumor is found in Hayasaka's heart. At that moment, Hayasaka is also immediately diagnosed by the doctor that he has only one year left to live.

Hayasaka Akito continues to strive to remain strong without showing his emotions after hearing the diagnosis. Until one day, on the roof of the hospital, Hayasaka Akito meets Sakurai Haruna, who is painting. Sakurai Haruna turns out to have a similar fate. Sakurai was said to have received a verdict that she only has half a year left to live.

Since that moment, Hayasaka Akito became increasingly interested in Sakurai. However, Hayasaka still did not inform Haruna about his own condition regarding Sakurai.

2. THE LINES THAT DEFINE ME (2022)

THE LINES THAT DEFINE ME (credit: mydramalist)

A Japanese film about another painter, THE LINES THAT DEFINE ME is also a must-add to your watch list. This Japanese drama tells the story of Sousuke Aoyama, a student who suffers deep sadness due to the loss of his parents in a traffic accident.

Sousuke's life rolls on full of sorrow until he meets Kozan Shinoda, who is a suibokuga artist (Indian ink painting). They meet at an art exhibition.

At that first meeting, Kozan is immediately interested in Sousuke. Consequently, Kozan accepts Sousuke as his student right away. However, Kozan's nephew belittles Sousuke and states that he will compete with him for Kozan's affection and appreciation. Although Sousuke initially seems uninterested in painting, he gradually becomes fascinated by every stroke he makes on the canvas.

3. KAIDANSHITA NO GOGH (2022)

THE PAINTER'S GOGH (credit: mydramalist)

KAIDANSHITA NO GOGH is one of the recommended Japanese dramas about painters that must be watched by dorama lovers. This Japanese drama tells the story of Kaburagi Miyako, a 30-year-old woman focused on her career.

All this time, she has worked at a large cosmetics company with an annual salary of over 10 million yen. One day, Miyako is suddenly inspired by a painting and decides to pursue her dream of becoming a painter by studying at Tokyo University of the Arts.

Miyako eventually gathers the courage to enroll in an art preparatory school while continuing to work. Unfortunately, at the school where she is preparing, Miyako meets Taira Shintaro, a talented young man who continually fails to get into art college.

These are among the 3 recommendations for exciting and interesting Japanese films and dramas about painters to watch. Happy watching!

(kpl/psp)