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I Wish I Could Be Japanese

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The film deals with the rights of Japanese-Koreans -born in Japan but without Japanese passport or nationality- and the social rejection that they face if they don’t integrate completely, abandoning their Korean identity. The film’s main…

DirectorHirokazu Kore-eda

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I Wish I Could Be Japanese — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams I Wish I Could Be Japanese?

I Wish I Could Be Japanese isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is I Wish I Could Be Japanese on Netflix?

No, I Wish I Could Be Japanese is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is I Wish I Could Be Japanese on Amazon Prime Video?

No, I Wish I Could Be Japanese isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch I Wish I Could Be Japanese for free?

I Wish I Could Be Japanese isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for I Wish I Could Be Japanese?

I Wish I Could Be Japanese hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around August 17, 1992. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.