Movies like Hanasaku Iroha the Movie: Home Sweet Home: 20 to watch next
If you loved Hanasaku Iroha the Movie: Home Sweet Home (2013) — a animation, drama and comedy film directed by Masahiro Ando — these 20 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of Hanasaku Iroha the Movie: Home Sweet Home most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like work, slice of life and anime. 8 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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Okko's Inn 2018★ 7.2
Shares: Animation, Drama
12-year-old Oriko Seki, who lost her parents in a car accident, ended up living in her grandmother's Onsen Ryokan "Haru no Ya." With the ghost "Uribou" cohabitating with her and all the other odds, she ended up training to be a young female innkeeper. At first, she didn't like the training, but gradually felt her admiration for her title and began to train seriously. Thus, the growth of the young warrior Oriko begins.
Stream in India on Anime Times Amazon Channel
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High☆Speed!: Free! Starting Days 2015★ 6.9
Shares: Animation, Drama, Comedy
Middle school freshmen Haruka and Makoto join the school swim team, and have to join forces with their new teammates to win.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Pompo the Cinephile 2021★ 7.2
Shares: Animation, Comedy, Drama
Operating out of the movie capital "Nyallywood," Pompo has been shooting one B-grade entertainment flick after another that anyone would enjoy. One day, Pompo's "movie buff" assistant Gene spots a new script written by Pompo and is moved by its exquisite story. In a fit of passion, he proclaims, "I want to see this as a finished work in theaters as soon as possible!" However, Pompo tells him, "So you shoot this film." Thus, Gene takes on his first directing gig. Meanwhile, Natalie, an ordinary girl who just arrived in town with movie actress dreams, has been discovered by Pompo...
Stream in India on Anime Times Amazon Channel
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Summer Ghost 2021★ 7.3
Shares: Animation, Drama
An urban legend says that lighting fireworks at an abandoned airfield will beckon the "summer ghost," a spirit that can answer any question. Three teenagers, Tomoya, Aoi, and Ryo, each have their own reason to show up one day. When a ghost named Ayane appears, she reveals she is only visible to those "who are about to touch their death." Compelled by the ghost and her message, Tomoya begins regularly visiting the airfield to uncover the true purpose of her visits.
Stream in India on Anime Times Amazon Channel
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Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions! Take On Me 2018★ 7.8
Shares: Animation, Comedy
Yuuta and Rikka are in their third year of high school. One day in Spring, Touka declares that she will take Rikka to Italy with her, as her job has stabilized there and thinks they should migrate together as a family. Touka is also worried about Rikka not being competent enough to advance to universities in Japan. The gangs from the club suggested Yuuta, who doesn't want to be separated, to elope with Rikka!! A runaway drama throughout Japan begins.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Colors Within 2024★ 6.9
Shares: Animation, Drama
Totsuko is a high school student with the ability to see the 'colors' of others. Colors of bliss, excitement, and serenity, plus a color she treasures as her favorite. Kimi, a classmate at her school, gives off the most beautiful color of all. Although she doesn't play an instrument, Totsuko forms a band with Kimi and Rui, a quiet music enthusiast they meet at a used bookstore in a far corner of town. As they practice at an old church on a remote island, music brings them together, forming friendships and stirring affections.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Roujin Z 1991★ 6.6
Shares: Animation, Drama
Mr. Takazawa, an elderly invalid who is cared for at his home by Haruko, a young nursing student, is chosen by the Japanese Ministry of Public Welfare to test the Z-001, a computerized hospital bed with robotic features that allegedly displays more efficiency and skills than any human nurse, but Haruko mistrusts a machine unable to consider human feelings.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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On-Gaku: Our Sound 2020★ 7.2
Shares: Animation, Comedy, Drama
A bored trio of high school delinquents start a rock 'n' roll band together. They have no skill, money, or even a full set of drums, but are determined to jam out and impress their only friend.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea 2026★ 8.0
Shares: Animation, Comedy
After concluding the opening ceremony of the Demon Kingdom Federation Tempest, Rimuru and his companions are invited by the Celestial Emperor Hermesia of the great elven nation – the Magi Dynasty Salion – to visit her private resort island. As the group enjoys their brief vacation, a mysterious woman named Yura appears. A new incident unfolds against the backdrop of the boundless azure sea.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Fortune Favors Lady Nikuko 2021★ 7.0
Shares: Animation, Drama, Comedy
Brash single mother Nikuko is well-known for her bold spirit, much to the embarrassment of Kikuko, her pensive yet imaginative daughter. In contrast to her mother, Kikuko wants nothing more than to fit in as she navigates the everyday social dramas of middle school. Life in the harbor is peaceful until a shocking revelation from the past threatens to uproot the pair's tender relationship.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Whisper of the Heart 1995★ 7.9
Shares: Animation, Drama
Shizuku lives a simple life, dominated by her love for stories and writing. One day she notices that all the library books she has have been previously checked out by the same person: "Seiji Amasawa."
Stream in India on Netflix
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Crayon Shinchan the Movie: The Legend Called: Dance! Amigo! 2006★ 7.5
Shares: Comedy, Animation
Something sinister's afoot in Kasukabe. Shin-chan doesn't know what it is, but he's pretty sure it involves samba-dancing doppelgängers.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Sing a Bit of Harmony 2021★ 7.4
Shares: Animation, Drama
Satomi is fine being alone until an AI named Shion joins her class with a song and a promise to make her happy. While Shion’s musical numbers and princess gowns don’t quite pass as human, her antics bring Satomi closer to four other classmates. Together, they make memories worth saving, but even our most precious data can be erased.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Case of Hana & Alice 2015★ 7.3
Shares: Animation, Comedy
After transferring to Ishinomori Middle School, Tetsuko "Alice" Arisugawa overhears her classmates discussing a strange rumor. The previous occupant of her seat, a nondescript "Judas," is missing and presumed murdered. Amidst dealing with her mother's undesired meddling in her affairs and warding off her classmates' bullying, the troubled Alice starts to investigate the mystery surrounding Judas' disappearance. The trail of clues leads her to the house of her next-door neighbor, the quirky and reclusive Hana Arai.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Violet Evergarden: Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll 2019★ 8.1
Shares: Drama, Animation
Violet Evergarden, a former soldier returned from war, comes to teach at a women's academy and changes a young girl's life.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Totto-chan: The Little Girl at the Window 2023★ 7.4
Shares: Animation, Drama
This engaging series of childhood recollections tells of an unconventional school in Tokyo during World War II that combined learning with fun, freedom, and love. The school had old railroad cars for classrooms and was run by an extraordinary man – its founder and headmaster, Sōsaku Kobayashi – who deeply valued children's independence, and who was a firm believer in freedom of expression and activity.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Look Back 2024★ 8.2
Shares: Animation, Drama
Popular, outgoing Fujino is celebrated by her classmates for her funny comics in the class newspaper. One day, her teacher asks her to share the space with Kyomoto, a truant recluse whose beautiful artwork sparks a competitive fervor in Fujino. What starts as jealousy transforms when Fujino realizes their shared passion for drawing.
Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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SPY x FAMILY CODE: White 2023★ 7.2
Shares: Animation, Comedy
While under the guise of taking his family on a weekend winter getaway, Loid's attempt to make progress on his current mission Operation Strix proves difficult when Anya mistakenly gets involved and triggers events that threaten world peace.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Pikachu's Vacation 1998★ 6.5
Shares: Animation, Comedy
Pikachu and the gang learn responsibility, teamwork as well as cooperation during their Summer vacation at Pokemon Island.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Crayon Shinchan the Movie: Pursuit of the Balls of Darkness 1997★ 7.3
Shares: Animation, Comedy
The Noharas get caught between two rival clans when Himawari swallows a pretty bead that turns out to be a mysterious ball with hidden powers.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now