Every week, Netflix adds new films to its catalogue in Japan. Here's what dropped during May 18–May 24, 2026 — each title links to a full editorial page on Movie OTT with cast, crew, and where to watch.
Editorial collection
New on Netflix Japan — May 18–May 24, 2026
Fresh Netflix releases this week in Japan. 25 new films, auto-curated from official streaming-availability data.
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- #21
Raakaasa
2026 · 0 min
Returning home after a decade in America for a wedding, carefree Veerababu unwittingly wakes an ancient evil with a taste for human sacrifice.
- #22
Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam
2026 · 0 min
A family reunites in their late patriarch's hometown to settle affairs, only to uncover a hidden second life and secrets that spark a chaotic coverup.
- #23
Part-Time Wife
2026 · 0 min
After years of marriage, CEO Riska sees cracks in her perfect life as her husband, tired of her success and her parents' slights, lets his heart drift.
- #24
Beyond the Game: Samurai 2026 WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC
2026 · 0 min
The pressure of glory. A shocking loss. Raw locker room talk. Go behind the scenes into their reality as Samurai Japan's camera keeps rolling.
- #25
Untold UK: Jamie Vardy
2026 · 0 min
A team with 5,000-1 odds had never won the Premier League. But that was before Jamie Vardy. This is the definitive story of football’s ultimate underdog.
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