Yasuharu Ishii

Directing

Yasuharu Ishii

Born January 1, 1969 · Japan (age 57)

Yasuharu Ishii (born 1969) is a Japanese television drama director and film director affiliated with the Production 1 Division of TBS Television (formerly TBS Entertainment). He graduated from Waseda University.

Known For

Hana Yori Dango: FinalHana Yori Dango: Final · 2008
Hana Yori Dango: Final
8.02008
MovieRomanceComedy
Four years have passed since that emotional marriage proposal at Tsukushi Makino's high-school prom, and Tsukasa Dōmyōji announced his engagement to Tsukushi to the entire world. At an engagement dinner between their families, Dōmyōji's mother, who has been strongly against their relationship before, presents Tsukushi a tiara, which is estimated to be worth roughly 10 billion yen, as a token of their engagement. But that night, the tiara is stolen by somebody! Then, Dōmyōji and Tsukushi travel around the globe to Las Vegas, Hong Kong, and even a deserted island to get the tiara back—the legendary tiara that has been believed to "bring eternal love." In the meantime, where and what are the "F4" fellows, who have just gone separate ways, doing now?
The Black SwindlerThe Black Swindler · 2008
The Black Swindler
5.82008
MovieCrimeDrama
There are three kinds of swindler. One, called the "WHITE SWINDLER", finds a mark and steals money. The "RED SWINDLER" preys on the other sex and steals a mark's body and soul. Then there is the "BLACK SWINDLER". Ignoring ordinary marks, targeting only the white and red swindlers, and preying on their flesh grown fat and corrupt with the money they have stolen, he is the worst of them all. There is a boy who once became a victim of a swindler and lost his family. Later, he turns into the most hideous "black swindler" to deceive only other swindlers. His name is Kurosaki. This time, he is requested by Reiko, whose daughter is sick, to hunt down a swindler named Ishigaki, who has defrauded her of money. But, behind Ishigaki, there is actually a bigger swindle which has even destabilized the Japanese economy…
Mystery Trilogy SpecialMystery Trilogy Special · 2015
Mystery Trilogy Special
2015
MovieMystery
This mystery special consists of three thrilling stories by three notable writers.
Scary Fairy Tales: Alice in WonderlandScary Fairy Tales: Alice in Wonderland · 1999
Scary Fairy Tales: Alice in Wonderland
4.01999
MovieHorrorDrama
Arisugawa is a businessman who has been transferred to a local branch office. However, the people at the branch office are all peculiar...
BOYS OVER FLOWERSBOYS OVER FLOWERS · 2005
BOYS OVER FLOWERS
8.12005
SeriesComedyDrama
Set at a famous high school for the super-wealthy, this is a puppy love story centered on Tsukushi Makino, a poor girl, and the F4 gang of rich kids headed by the rough and fearless Prince Charming, Tsukasa Domyoji.
Into the White NightInto the White Night · 2006
Into the White Night
7.42006
SeriesDramaCrime
What happens with two children commit two different muders in order to protect each other? Does salvation exist for them? In order to walk beneath the sun once more, Ryouji and Yukiho find themselves in a twisted web from which neither can escape without abandoning the other. Having no one but each other, this drama follows the events the follow that fateful day… 14 years ago.
The Full-Time Wife EscapistThe Full-Time Wife Escapist · 2016
The Full-Time Wife Escapist
7.92016
SeriesComedyDrama
A series of events leads single, 25-year-old Mikuri Moriyama and 36-year-old Hiramasa Tsuzaki to marry as a cover.
Last Man: The Blind ProfilerLast Man: The Blind Profiler · 2023
Last Man: The Blind Profiler
7.42023
SeriesDramaMystery
Minami Hiromi is an FBI agent visiting Japan from the US for a limited time. Minami lost his sight due to an accident in the past and he is called the "last man" in the FBI, referring him as the last trump card to end a case with his strong sense of analysis, smell, and touch. Godo Shintaro has been assigned to attend to Minami. From a family that has served as the Commissioner of the National Police Agency for generations, Godo has an extraordinary sense of justice and is willing to go any lengths to catch the criminals. Minami, who is always ready to ask for help, and Godo, who has never trusted anyone except himself, become a duo and work together to solve cases.

Movies

Hana Yori Dango: FinalHana Yori Dango: Final · 2008
Hana Yori Dango: Final
8.02008
MovieRomanceComedy
Four years have passed since that emotional marriage proposal at Tsukushi Makino's high-school prom, and Tsukasa Dōmyōji announced his engagement to Tsukushi to the entire world. At an engagement dinner between their families, Dōmyōji's mother, who has been strongly against their relationship before, presents Tsukushi a tiara, which is estimated to be worth roughly 10 billion yen, as a token of their engagement. But that night, the tiara is stolen by somebody! Then, Dōmyōji and Tsukushi travel around the globe to Las Vegas, Hong Kong, and even a deserted island to get the tiara back—the legendary tiara that has been believed to "bring eternal love." In the meantime, where and what are the "F4" fellows, who have just gone separate ways, doing now?
The Black SwindlerThe Black Swindler · 2008
The Black Swindler
5.82008
MovieCrimeDrama
There are three kinds of swindler. One, called the "WHITE SWINDLER", finds a mark and steals money. The "RED SWINDLER" preys on the other sex and steals a mark's body and soul. Then there is the "BLACK SWINDLER". Ignoring ordinary marks, targeting only the white and red swindlers, and preying on their flesh grown fat and corrupt with the money they have stolen, he is the worst of them all. There is a boy who once became a victim of a swindler and lost his family. Later, he turns into the most hideous "black swindler" to deceive only other swindlers. His name is Kurosaki. This time, he is requested by Reiko, whose daughter is sick, to hunt down a swindler named Ishigaki, who has defrauded her of money. But, behind Ishigaki, there is actually a bigger swindle which has even destabilized the Japanese economy…
Mystery Trilogy SpecialMystery Trilogy Special · 2015
Mystery Trilogy Special
2015
MovieMystery
This mystery special consists of three thrilling stories by three notable writers.
Scary Fairy Tales: Alice in WonderlandScary Fairy Tales: Alice in Wonderland · 1999
Scary Fairy Tales: Alice in Wonderland
4.01999
MovieHorrorDrama
Arisugawa is a businessman who has been transferred to a local branch office. However, the people at the branch office are all peculiar...

TV Shows

BOYS OVER FLOWERSBOYS OVER FLOWERS · 2005
BOYS OVER FLOWERS
8.12005
SeriesComedyDrama
Set at a famous high school for the super-wealthy, this is a puppy love story centered on Tsukushi Makino, a poor girl, and the F4 gang of rich kids headed by the rough and fearless Prince Charming, Tsukasa Domyoji.
Into the White NightInto the White Night · 2006
Into the White Night
7.42006
SeriesDramaCrime
What happens with two children commit two different muders in order to protect each other? Does salvation exist for them? In order to walk beneath the sun once more, Ryouji and Yukiho find themselves in a twisted web from which neither can escape without abandoning the other. Having no one but each other, this drama follows the events the follow that fateful day… 14 years ago.
The Full-Time Wife EscapistThe Full-Time Wife Escapist · 2016
The Full-Time Wife Escapist
7.92016
SeriesComedyDrama
A series of events leads single, 25-year-old Mikuri Moriyama and 36-year-old Hiramasa Tsuzaki to marry as a cover.
Last Man: The Blind ProfilerLast Man: The Blind Profiler · 2023
Last Man: The Blind Profiler
7.42023
SeriesDramaMystery
Minami Hiromi is an FBI agent visiting Japan from the US for a limited time. Minami lost his sight due to an accident in the past and he is called the "last man" in the FBI, referring him as the last trump card to end a case with his strong sense of analysis, smell, and touch. Godo Shintaro has been assigned to attend to Minami. From a family that has served as the Commissioner of the National Police Agency for generations, Godo has an extraordinary sense of justice and is willing to go any lengths to catch the criminals. Minami, who is always ready to ask for help, and Godo, who has never trusted anyone except himself, become a duo and work together to solve cases.
ShinzanmonoShinzanmono · 2010
Shinzanmono
7.12010
SeriesCrimeDrama
In the Ningyo-cho area of Nihonbashi, Tokyo - a woman was murdered. Detective Kaga Kyoichiro, who just transferred to the Nihonbashi police precinct, is placed in charge of the murder case. With virtually the entire residents of Ningyo-cho's shopping street emerging as suspects, Detective Kaga must use his keen sense of deductive reasoning to uncover the truth.
Crying Out Love, in the Center of the WorldCrying Out Love, in the Center of the World · 2004
Crying Out Love, in the Center of the World
8.42004
SeriesDrama
"I thought I might be using a lifetime's happiness in a moment. I was that happy and she was that beautiful." A young boy stands on the red earth of Australia under its blue sky. It is 17-year-old Sakutaro Matsumoto. His time with the girl comes back to him. The colored sand runs through his hands and a tear appears on his cheek. He wakes up. It's 2004 and he is 34 years old and in Japan. He thinks "I have been in a world without her for 17 years." Returning home to see his old high school for the last time before it is demolished, Saku confronts anew the loss of the love of his life, Aki, to leukemia 17 years ago. Now a medical researcher at graduate school, he has been living as if half of him died with her since then.
Ties of Shooting StarsTies of Shooting Stars · 2008
Ties of Shooting Stars
7.62008
SeriesComedyFamily
Based on a novel by mystery writer Keigo Higashino, Ryūsei no Kizuna tells the story of three orphans, whose parents were murdered long ago. Together, the three vowed on a shooting star to one day avenge their parents. After many years, the two brothers have found the murderers, and are set to carry out their plan for vengeance when they realize they've made a serious miscalculation; you see, their sister...
The Old Dog, New Tricks?The Old Dog, New Tricks? · 2022
The Old Dog, New Tricks?
7.52022
SeriesDrama
Crushed by his sudden forced retirement, a professional soccer player pivots into a new career when he starts working for a sports management company.
Veterinarian DolittleVeterinarian Dolittle · 2010
Veterinarian Dolittle
6.22010
SeriesDrama
Tottori Kenichi is a foul-mouthed but gifted veterinarian nicknamed Dolittle. His catch phrase is 'pet care means business'. He is the director of his animal clinic and rescues not only 'voiceless' pets but also helps their owners, who lack understanding and caution, with their problems and worries. Working with him is animal nurse Tajima Asuka. Hanabishi Masaru is Dolittle's rival, a charismatic vet and director of another animal hospital who has not only an opposite personality but also a different stance towards pet care.
The Black SwindlerThe Black Swindler · 2022
The Black Swindler
7.22022
SeriesDramaCrime
In a time where fraud is an imminent threat, societal issues give rise to a slew of elaborate scams. Kurosaki is a man who lost his family to a "white swindler", which is a professional swindler who scams people out of their money. In order to exact revenge, Kurosaki becomes a "black swindler", a swindler who tricks other swindlers. He swears to scam every white swindler in the world and takes on foe after foe, but can he find his ultimate enemy who robbed him of his family? This riveting revenge drama exposes the very emotions that scams exploit.
Oh My Boss! Love not includedOh My Boss! Love not included · 2021
Oh My Boss! Love not included
6.42021
SeriesDrama
Nami Suzuki is an ordinary girl with no particular dream and only wants a moderate amount of work and love. She decides to go to Tokyo to chase after her crush, Kenya. However, instead of working at the equipment management department where Kenya belongs, Nami has been assigned to the magazine editorial department and meets Reiko Hōrai, the youngest editor-in-chief, who is very smart but has a poisonous tongue. Nami becomes stressed as she constantly gets criticized by Reiko for her poor working performance. At the same time, Nami meets cameraman Junnosuke, a son from a rich family who made a surprising proposal to Nami. Nami,mwho used to want a moderate amount of work and love, is now running at full speed towards both.
The WallflowerThe Wallflower · 2010
The Wallflower
5.32010
SeriesComedy
Sunako is very happy living her life in the darkness of her room, with her skeleton friends and her horror movies to keep her company. The darkness she so loves is pierced brightly by four dazzling young men, who come to live in the same mansion as her, and she soon realizes that they have orders from her aunt to do anything to turn her into a prim and proper lady.
The Black SwindlerThe Black Swindler · 2006
The Black Swindler
7.52006
SeriesDramaCrime
Kurosaki is a vigilante who scams criminals to rectify their misdeeds, driven by his father's attempted suicide after being deceived by criminal mastermind Toshio Katsuragi, who cost Kurosaki his family.
Fight SongFight Song · 2022
Fight Song
6.92022
SeriesDrama
Kisara Hanae, a girl who retired from karate due to an accidental injury and was at the lowest point of her life. She meets Ashida Haruki, the songwriter of a song she used to listen to before every match. But he is now a failed musician, a one-hit wonder, and a weirdo with a lot of problems! Hanae's childhood friend, Natsukawa Shingo, who is always watching over her gets involved and a love triangle develops. Hanae has a "secret" that she can't tell anyone, and decides that "this is the last love of her life".
SmileSmile · 2009
Smile
7.82009
SeriesDrama
Smile is a Japanese television drama series, shown on TBS started last April 17, 2009. Jun Matsumoto plays the lead role of Vito, a half-Filipino, half-Japanese man who always smiles despite all of the problems and difficulties he faces. The series focus on foreigners and mixed-race children who suffered from racism
S -The Last PolicemanS -The Last Policeman · 2014
S -The Last Policeman
7.62014
SeriesCrimeDrama
The NPS (Nationai Police Safetyrescue) was formed to combat extreme crimes like terrorism, which is beyond the scope of the ordinary police force. Their purpose is to catch criminals alive. The elite members in the police organization formed NPS to strengthen the authority of SAT (Special Assault Team). When the NPS cannot solve a crime then they send in SAT. When SAT succeeds their authority strengthens. Ichigo (Osamu Mukai) is a member of NPS. He is a former boxer, but became a police officer at the age of 23. In his second year as a police officer, he was scouted by the NPS. His strength is hand to hand combat at close range. He is also blunt with strangers. Iori (Gou Ayano) is a member of SAT. He is the best shooter in the group and possesses a calm and steady personality. Ichigo and Iori, with their different personalities, find themselves having constant conflicts.
The Story of Yamada TaroThe Story of Yamada Taro · 2007
The Story of Yamada Taro
5.62007
SeriesDrama
Taro Yamada is a scholarship student at Ichinomiya High School. He’s smart, athletic, and handsome—so everyone assumes he’s wealthy. In reality, he lives in poverty with his mother and six younger siblings in one small room, and his father Kazuo is an absent wandering artist. Taro works part-time to support the family. Together with his best friend Takuya Mimura and classmates, Taro navigates comedic and touching moments. Through friendship, romance, and family bonds, the series asks what true happiness really means. It’s a heartwarming coming-of-age story.
The Ship of TheseusThe Ship of Theseus · 2020
The Ship of Theseus
6.82020
SeriesCrimeMystery
At the age of 10, Shin Tamura’s happy family life was torn apart when his policeman father was sentenced to death and imprisoned for murder. Now, some 30 years later, Shin is determined to prove his father’s innocence by solving the mystery at the heart of the case. Finding himself transported back in time, Shin must uncover the shocking truth, change the past, and restore his family’s happiness.
Undercover Agent LizardUndercover Agent Lizard · 2013
Undercover Agent Lizard
6.52013
SeriesDrama
Sayonara, Maestro!Sayonara, Maestro! · 2024
Sayonara, Maestro!
7.52024
SeriesFamilyDrama
Ever since gifted conductor Natsume’s wife and daughter left him five years ago, he has isolated himself from the music scene. Then one day, he decides to return to Japan for the first time in decades to conduct a small town orchestra and return to his estranged daughter, Hibiki, who loathes him and his music. Now he must try to thaw a relationship with his daughter frozen in time for five years, and learn to be a father.
We Married as a Job: New Year's SpecialWe Married as a Job: New Year's Special · 2020
We Married as a Job: New Year's Special
9.02020
SeriesDrama
Love CatharsisLove Catharsis · 2016
Love Catharsis
2016
SeriesDrama
Mia Kurihara works in the public relations department of a company. She falls in love with Kairi Miyoshi. He is the vice president of the company, but he is also married.
DollhouseDollhouse · 2004
Dollhouse
9.02004
SeriesDramaCrime
This group of sexy, fresh and lively girls pursues dance and action with fervor and irresistible force. On the outside they are a dance group at the Dollhouse club but secretly they are a special investigation group. Under the direction of their leader, Reiko Kanzaki (Yuki Matsushita), they provide enjoyment to customers of the club, while punishing evil. Their first mission is to take on a band of armed criminals who are robbing a bank. Head of the criminals is Mika Ayanokoji (Yumi Adachi). Thanks to the Dolls superb teamwork, the gang is arrested but due to a police mistake, Mika is able to escape. But Reiko confronts Mika and makes her an offer. Dollhouse is a simple, straight-shooting but thrilling drama that wins with passion. It's showtime!
White LabWhite Lab · 2014
White Lab
6.52014
SeriesCrimeDrama