This agreement was finalized just two weeks after the successful launch of One's latest series, 'Tokyo Swindlers,' which quickly gained popularity.

The series achieved significant success, ranking in the Global Top 10 (non-English) chart and holding the #1 spot in Japan for six consecutive weeks.

Kaata Sakamoto, Netflix's Vice President of Content in Japan, praised One's creativity and the humanity of the show's characters, highlighting its popularity.

Exclusive deals with international creators have become less common, making this partnership with One particularly noteworthy in the industry.

Hitoshi One has a successful history in filmmaking, making his directorial debut in 2011 with 'Moteki,' which won the Japan Academy Award for Most Popular Title.

He also received the best director award at the 39th Japan Academy Awards for his 2015 film 'Bakuman,' and has been recognized for other works like 'Elpis: Hope or Disaster' and various 'Crayon Shinchan' movies.

'Tokyo Swindlers,' which debuted in July 2024, follows a group of real estate scammers attempting a 10 billion yen scam.

Upcoming Netflix Japan title 'Beyond Goodbye' is based on a true story and is the first Netflix title selected for the Busan International Film Festival’s On Screen Section.

Other Netflix titles released from Japan this year include action series like 'City Hunter' and 'House of Ninjas,' as well as the unscripted series 'The Boyfriend.'

Netflix has signed a notable exclusive five-year deal with director Hitoshi One, allowing the streaming giant to produce and distribute all of his upcoming series and films.

One expressed surprise at receiving a proposal from Netflix shortly after 'Tokyo Swindlers' started streaming, noting his attraction to the distribution medium.

Other notable works by One include 'SCOOP!' and 'Tornado Girl,' showcasing his diverse filmmaking talents.