8 Recommendations for Japanese Films about Rock Bands, Inspirational and Uplifting

The Japanese film about the rock band BECK (2010) tells the story of a group of young people who form a rock band with big ambitions to change the music world. Beck successfully portrays their struggles in pursuing their dreams. With a rating of 7.7 on MyDramaList, BECK is a great choice for those who enjoy musical dramas with a band vibe.

KISEKI: SOBITO OF THAT DAY (2017) tells the story of two brothers who struggle in the music world despite pressure from their family. The band they formed faced a decline, but they did not give up on their dreams. With a rating of 8.0 on MyDramaList, this film offers an emotional story and is available on various platforms.

DETROIT METAL CITY (2008) is a Japanese film about a rock band in the comedy genre that is full of humor. The story follows Soichiro Negishi, who gets trapped in a death metal band after responding to a musician job ad. Wrapped in madness and challenges in the metal music world, this film has a rating of 7.5 on MyDramaList and is available on Amazon Prime.

BRASS KNUCKLE BOYS/SHONEN MERIKENSACK (2009) is a Japanese comedy film about a punk band trying to make a comeback after their old anarchic video goes viral. With a punk rock vibe and hilarious humor, this film stars Aoi Miyazaki from NANA. This show is available on Hulu and Apple TV, with a rating of 7.2 on MyDramaList.

HIBI ROCK: PUKE AFRO AND THE POP STAR (2014) tells the story of Takuro Hibinuma, who believes that rock 'n' roll can change the world. The story becomes more interesting when he meets Saki, a techno-pop idol who asks the band to write a song for her. With a rating of 6.4 on MyDramaList, this film is available on Amazon Prime and is perfect for those who enjoy dramas about underground band life. These are eight Japanese films about rock bands that are not only interesting but also offer various meaningful stories. Don't miss watching them!

NANA (2005) is a Japanese film about a Japanese band that tells the story of two girls who meet on a train and become roommates. They both have different lives, one as a musician and the other searching for happiness. This film presents a tale of friendship and deep connections. Streaming on Netflix with a rating of 7.7 on MyDramaList, NANA is a great choice for those who enjoy musical dramas.

The Japanese film about a rock band LINDA LINDA LINDA (2005) tells the story of a group of teenage girls who form a band to perform at their school's cultural festival. When they face a problem with their vocalist, a student from South Korea is chosen to replace her. They practice every day to perform punk rock songs by Blue Hearts. With a rating of 7.6 on MyDramaList, this film is available on Apple TV.

A Japanese film story about the rock band FISH STORY (2009) focuses on a rock band from 1975 that disbanded. Fish Story tells how their last song becomes the savior of the world decades later. This film connects various cross-generational stories with the power of an unexpected song. With a rating of 7.8 on MyDramaList, this film offers a unique plot and is available on Apple TV. Discover other interesting Japanese movie recommendations at kapanlagi.com. If not now, when?