The dark side of Japan

Jun 20, 2025

0h 48m

★ 0.0

There’s a side of Japan they don’t show in the postcards.

Overview

Forget the neon lights and cherry blossoms — this is Japan like you’ve never seen it. In this gripping short documentary, Omar Farooq dives into the dark underbelly of Japanese society, exposing hidden truths, silent struggles, and the untold stories that lie behind the country's polished image.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Thaman Studio

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Cast

Himself

Omar farooq

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The dark side of Japan

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