What's available

Netflix Japan has a strong library, especially when it comes to anime and local drama. You get full access to major titles like Attack on Titan, Demon Slayer, Jujutsu Kaisen, and One Piece. Japanese originals such as Alice in Borderland, Erased, and The Naked Director are exclusive highlights. Hollywood blockbusters and popular US series like Stranger Things, Wednesday, and The Crown are also available.

What you're missing

Compared to the US library, Netflix Japan is missing a notable number of titles. You won't find Suits, Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, or The Office in the Japanese catalog. Several popular films including Pulp Fiction, Goodfellas, and the Shrek franchise are absent. Some Netflix originals also have regional gaps, meaning a show produced for US audiences may not appear in your Japanese queue at all.

  • Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul
  • The Office (US version)
  • Suits
  • Pulp Fiction and Goodfellas
  • Shrek 1 and 2

How to access other regions

A VPN lets you connect to a server in another country, making Netflix think you're browsing from that location. To access the US library, connect to a US server, then load Netflix as normal. Your account works across regions — you just need the right server location.

We recommend NordVPN as your first choice. It reliably unblocks Netflix US, offers fast speeds that handle HD and 4K streaming, and has a large pool of US servers to choose from. Connect to any NordVPN US server, open Netflix, and you'll have access to the full American catalog immediately.

Pricing

Netflix in Japan is priced in Japanese yen. Current plans run approximately:

  • Standard with ads: ¥790/month
  • Standard: ¥1,590/month
  • Premium: ¥1,980/month

Pricing is subject to change, so check the Netflix Japan website for the latest rates before subscribing.

Our recommendation

If you're in Japan and want the best streaming experience, Netflix is absolutely worth having — especially for anime fans. But if you want access to titles missing from the Japanese catalog, connect to NordVPN's US servers before opening Netflix. You'll unlock thousands of additional shows and films instantly, making your subscription significantly more valuable without paying anything extra.