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Queer Japan

5.320201h 39mNRMovieDocumentary

Trailblazing artists, activists, and everyday people from across the spectrum of gender and sexuality defy social norms and dare to live unconventional lives in this kaleidoscopic view of LGBTQ+ culture in contemporary Japan.

DirectorGraham Kolbeins
WritersAnne Ishii·Graham Kolbeins
ProducersAnne Ishii·Hiromi Ida

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Graham Kolbeins

AK
Aya Kamikawa
Self
GT
Gengoroh Tagame
Self
LKLeslie Kee
Leslie Kee
Self
AH
Akira the Hustler
Self
HH
Hiroshi Hasegawa
Self
TH
Tomato Hatakeno
Self
AM
Atsushi Matsuda
Self
VS
Vivienne Sato
Self
SN
Sumiko Nogi
Self

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Queer Japan — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Queer Japan?

Queer Japan is streaming on Strand Releasing, Kanopy and The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Queer Japan on Netflix?

No, Queer Japan is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Strand Releasing and Kanopy.

Is Queer Japan on Amazon Prime Video?

Queer Japan isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Queer Japan for free?

Queer Japan is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and The Roku Channel in United States.