11 East Asian films that hit you right in the feels

Shivani Negi

Jun 26, 2026

18x2 Beyond Yout​hful Days (Taiwan-Japan)

A heartfelt coming-of-age romance in which a Taiwanese man retraces a journey through Japan, revisiting his first love and memories that shaped his life.

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Love Like the Falling Petals (Japan)

A tender romance that explores how love endures through life's unexpected hardships, with a bittersweet ending.

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Better Days (China)

A gripping coming-of-age story about bullying, resilience, and first love that packs a powerful emotional punch.

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Winter in Sokcho (France–South Korea)

An introspective drama set in a snowy coastal town, exploring identity, family, and the beauty of fleeting human connections.

Credit: Mubi

In the Mood for Love (​Hong Kong)

A visually exquisite romance about two neighbours who find solace in each other while navigating loneliness, longing, and unspoken love.

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Your Name Engraved Herein (Taiwan)

A beautifully crafted coming-of-age romance about first love, identity, and growing up in a changing society.

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Little Forest (South Korea)

A comforting slice-of-life film celebrating slow living, seasonal food, healing, and finding your way home.

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A Moment to Remember (South Korea)

A beloved romance that beautifully portrays enduring love in the face of Alzheimer's disease.

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20th Century Girl (South Korea)

A nostalgic first love story filled with warmth, friendship, and one of the most unforgettable endings in recent Korean cinema.

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Man in Love (Taiwan)

A hardened debt collector unexpectedly falls in love, leading to a moving story about redemption and sacrifice.

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Us and Them (China)

A heartfelt romance that asks whether love alone is enough when dreams and reality pull two people apart.

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