In my previous post, I discussed ten Japanese films. This time, I turn my attention to six non-Japanese films set in Japan — some of which are based on Japanese novels . Each of these six non-Japanese films set in Japan offers a unique window into Japanese culture, landscapes, and atmosphere, as seen through the eyes of international filmmakers. Lost in Translation (2003) Written and directed by Sofia Coppola, Lost in Translation was inspired by her time in Tokyo, where she became fascinated by the city’s energy and quiet moments of alienation. Starring Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson, the film won Coppola an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and was also…