Direction: Toshio Tsuboi

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Toshio Tsuboi. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Quartet (TV Miniseries)

2017 · Movie · 54 min. · Japan

Direction Nobuhiro Doi · Toshio Tsuboi · Kaneko Fuminori

Cast Takako Matsu · Hikari Mitsushima · Issei Takahashi · Ryuhei Matsuda

Synopsis Quartet (TV Miniseries) (2017) follows the unexpected journey of four individuals—Maki, Suzume, Iemori, and Beppu—who cross paths in a karaoke bar one fateful day. Initially, their encounter seems serendipitous, leading them to form a musical quartet and share a living...

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Andô Lloyd (TV Series)

2013 · Series · 55 min. · Japan

Direction Hatano Takafumi · Hisashi Kimura · Toshio Tsuboi

Cast Takuya Kimura · Kou Shibasaki · Yûko Ôshima · Kenta Kiritani

Synopsis Andô Lloyd (TV Series) (2013) follows the story of Matsushima Reiji, a brilliant physicist specializing in wormhole theories, who meets an untimely demise under mysterious circumstances. The cause of his death remains unclear, leaving his fiancée, Ando Asahi, a successful...

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Tiger & Dragon (TV Series)

2005 · Series · 52 min. · Japan

Direction Kaneko Fuminori · Katayama Osam · Toshio Tsuboi

Cast Gen Hoshino · Aoi Yû · Junichi Okada · Tomoya Nagase

Synopsis Tiger & Dragon (TV Series) (2005) delves into the world of Rakugo, a classic Japanese comedic storytelling art form with a rich history spanning four centuries. The narrative follows a Yakuza member who visits a Rakugo performer to settle outstanding...

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Direction Shingo Okamoto · Maiko Oh'uchi · Toshio Tsuboi · Sakura Komaki

Cast Nana Mori · Tomoya Nakamura · Taiga Nakano · Shizuka Ishibashi

Synopsis Kono koi atatamemasuka (TV Series) (2020) follows the story of Kiki Inoue, a young woman who once aspired to be an idol but now works part-time at a convenience store. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths...

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Direction Toshio Tsuboi · Masahide Izumi · Moeka Miyazaki · Maiko Oh'uchi

Cast Kanna Hashimoto · Ryôsuke Yamada · Ryôta Bandô · Yûki Morinaga

Synopsis Ousama ni Sasagu Kusuriyubi (2023) follows the story of Ayaka, a stunning woman employed in the bridal department of a prestigious hotel. Despite her striking appearance, Ayaka is known for her less-than-ideal personality, earning her the nickname "wicked woman" due...

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Direction Yukihiko Tsutsumi · Shin Katô · Toshio Tsuboi · Tatsuya Shiraishi

Cast Yûko Ôshima · Kazuki Kitamura · Ryô Katsuji · Tsubasa Honda

Synopsis Yamegoku: Yakuza yamete itadakimasu (TV Series) (2015) is a Japanese television drama that aired in 2015, consisting of 10 captivating episodes. The series delves into the life of a former yakuza member who seeks to leave his criminal past behind...

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Direction Makoto Kiyohiro · Daisuke Yamamuro · Nobuhiro Doi · Kan Ishibashi

Cast Maki Horikita · Takashi Kobayashi · Toshiyuki Nishida · Machiko Ono

Synopsis Oyaji no senaka (TV Miniseries) (2014) is a compelling 10-episode anthology series that delves into the intricate dynamics between fathers and their children. Each episode, crafted by a different screenwriter, offers a unique perspective on the theme of paternal relationships,...

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Direction Ayuko Tsukahara · Toshio Tsuboi · Akihiro Anan

Cast Miki Nakatani · Naoto Fujita · Kôji Seto · Aya Oomasa

Synopsis Watashi kekkon dekinainjanakute, shinain desu (TV Miniseries) (2016) follows the life of Miyabi Tachibana, a 39-year-old dermatologist who has been single for five years and enjoys her independent lifestyle. Despite her success and confidence, Miyabi faces societal pressures, particularly at...

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Sayonara, Maestro!

2024 · Series · 54 min. · Japan

Direction Toshio Tsuboi · Yasuharu Ishii · Momo Motoi · Kazumasa Tomita

Cast Hidetoshi Nishijima · Mana Ashida · Yûko Araki · Tetsuji Tamayama

Synopsis Sayonara, Maestro! (2024) follows the journey of Shunpei Natsume, a globally acclaimed maestro who spent his prime years abroad, collaborating with prestigious orchestras. His life revolved around his deep-seated passion for music, which ignited the same fervor in fellow musicians....

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Direction Hisashi Kimura · Toshio Tsuboi · Hans Chun · Chul Han

Cast Yûji Oda · Tao Tsuchiya · Dean Fujioka · Miki Nakatani

Synopsis IQ246: The Cases of a Royal Genius (TV Miniseries) (2016) follows the story of Soko Wato, who teams up with the exceptionally brilliant detective, Sharaku Homonji. With an IQ of 246, Homonji's unparalleled intellect is both an asset and a...

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Direction Toshio Tsuboi · Takeyoshi Yamamoto · Nobuhiro Doi

Cast Haru Kuroki · Issey Takahashi · Tomoya Nakamura · Mikako Ichikawa

Synopsis Nagi's Long Vacation (TV Series) (2019) follows the journey of Nagi, a young woman who is initially consumed by her daily routine of straightening her curly hair. Tired of the constant effort and the pressure to maintain a certain appearance,...

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Direction Yasuharu Ishii · Toshio Tsuboi · Jun Mutô · Shin'ichi Sanjô

Cast Mao Inoue · Jun Matsumoto · Shun Oguri · Shôta Matsuda

Synopsis Hana yori dango 2 (TV Series) (2007) follows Makino and Domyoji as they reunite after a year apart, navigating the challenges that threaten their love. The narrative revolves around the influential group known as F4, four close friends who play...

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Direction Tsutomu Hanabusa · Toshio Tsuboi

Cast Shingo Katori · Karina · Masatô Ibu · La Salle Ishii

Synopsis Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari kôen mae hashutsujo (TV Series) (2009) is a comedic television series that aired in 2009, consisting of one season with eight episodes. The narrative unfolds in a bustling neighborhood police station located in Tokyo. The show revolves...

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Direction Toshio Tsuboi

Cast Ryunosuke Kamiki · Misato Morita · Yo Yoshida · Yuriko Ishida

Synopsis If My Wife Becomes an Elementary School Student. (2022) kicks off with a man and his daughter, who have been grappling with the loss of their wife and mother for a decade, suddenly finding themselves reunited with her. The twist?...

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Direction Kentaro Takemura · Toshio Tsuboi · Ayuko Tsukahara

Cast Kasumi Arimura · Kenshi Okada · Nobue Iketani · Masaki Kaji

Synopsis Meet Me After School (TV Miniseries) (2018) is a poignant tale of romance between Akira Kuroiwa, a 15-year-old boy who is inexperienced in matters of the heart, and Hijiri Suenaga, his new 25-year-old homeroom teacher. During a transformative summer, Akira...

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