What's available

Amazon Prime Video in Japan has a strong library, especially for local content. You get access to a wide range of Japanese originals and licensed titles, including Rings of Power, The Boys, Reacher, and Jack Ryan — all Amazon Originals that travel well across regions. Japanese-language content is a real highlight here, with popular titles like Documental, Tokyo Vice, and a deep catalog of anime including Vinland Saga and Dororo. Hollywood blockbusters and rental titles are also widely available.

What you're missing

Compared to the US library, the Japan catalog has some noticeable gaps. You won't find several licensed films and TV shows due to regional rights restrictions. Titles frequently missing include:

  • Yellowjackets (available via Paramount+ in the US)
  • Certain seasons of Fleabag with different availability windows
  • A smaller selection of classic Hollywood films in the browse catalog
  • Some add-on channel content that isn't offered through Prime Japan

The US library also tends to receive new licensed acquisitions faster, so you may wait longer for certain titles to appear in Japan.

How to access other regions

To access the US Amazon Prime Video library from Japan, you need a VPN. Connect to a US server, then log into your Amazon Prime account as normal. The platform will detect your new location and display the US catalog. We recommend NordVPN as your first choice — it reliably unblocks Amazon Prime Video and offers fast US servers with low buffering. Connect to a server in cities like New York or Los Angeles for the best results. NordVPN's SmartPlay feature makes streaming seamless without extra configuration.

Pricing

Amazon Prime in Japan is priced at ¥600 per month or ¥5,900 per year, making it one of the most affordable Prime memberships globally. This includes all Prime benefits — free shipping, Prime Music, and Prime Video — not just streaming.

Our recommendation

If you're in Japan, Amazon Prime Video is genuinely great value at ¥600 a month, and the local content library — especially anime and Japanese originals — is a real draw. However, if you want access to the full US catalog and don't want to miss out on licensed titles that haven't made it to Japan yet, grab NordVPN, connect to a US server, and you'll unlock a significantly larger library without paying anything extra for your Prime membership.