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Netflix Japan Celebrates 10 Years with Exciting New Series

9/12/2025

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Netflix marks its 10th anniversary in Japan by announcing three new series for next year.
The comedy "Did Someone Happen to Mention Me?" features Koji Yakusho as a man returning to Japan after being forgotten.
"Steel Ball Run," adapted from "JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure," centers on a historic horse race with protagonist Johnny Joestar.
Director Yasuhiro Kimura highlights the importance of character beliefs in the adaptation.
The drama "Straight to Hell" stars Erika Toda as fortune-teller Kazuko Hosoki, based on her real-life story.

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Netflix marks its 10th anniversary in Japan by announcing three new series for next year.
The comedy "Did Someone Happen to Mention Me?" features Koji Yakusho as a man returning to Japan after being forgotten.
"Steel Ball Run," adapted from "JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure," centers on a historic horse race with protagonist Johnny Joestar.
Director Yasuhiro Kimura highlights the importance of character beliefs in the adaptation.
The drama "Straight to Hell" stars Erika Toda as fortune-teller Kazuko Hosoki, based on her real-life story.