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Hana

Hana

Hana is a 2006 Japanese period comedy-drama directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda. Set among common residents of an Edo tenement, it follows a young samurai who is expected to avenge his father's death but lacks both enthusiasm for violence and certainty about the values behind his mission. The film uses th...

7.6 Good

apps Top Hana Alternatives

The top alternative to Hana in 2026 is Humanity and Paper Balloons with a score of 9.1/10, followed by The Crucified Lovers (9.0) and Samurai Rebellion (8.5).

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Humanity and Paper Balloons

Humanity and Paper Balloons

"Humanity and Paper Balloons" is a 1937 Japanese film directed by Sadao Yamanaka, categorized within the samurai film ge...

Pre War Tragedy 1937 Edo Period
9.1 Excellent
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The Crucified Lovers

The Crucified Lovers

The Crucified Lovers is a 1954 Japanese historical drama directed by Kenji Mizoguchi and based on a work by the playwrig...

Romance Tragedy 1950S Edo Period
9.0 Excellent
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Samurai Rebellion

Samurai Rebellion

Samurai Rebellion is a 1967 Japanese jidaigeki film directed by Masaki Kobayashi, featuring acclaimed actor Toshiro Mifu...

Drama 1960S Edo Period Kobayashi
8.5 Great
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An Actor's Revenge

An Actor's Revenge

Directed by Kon Ichikawa, this 1963 Japanese film stars Kazuo Hasegawa as an onnagata, a male actor who plays female rol...

Japan Revenge Edo Period 1963
8.4 Great
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Goyokin

Goyokin

Goyokin is a 1969 Japanese jidaigeki film directed by Hideo Gosha and starring Tatsuya Nakadai. The narrative follows a...

Action Political Edo Period 1969
8.2 Great
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Shura

Shura

Shura, internationally known as Pandemonium, is a 1971 Japanese avant-garde film directed by Toshio Matsumoto. The narra...

Avantgarde Tragedy 1971 Edo Period
8.1 Great
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Kill!

Kill!

1968 Japanese comedy-samurai film directed by Kihachi Okamoto in which a cynical ronin and an aspiring farmer inadverten...

Action Comedy 1968 Ronin
7.8 Good
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Gonza the Spearman

Gonza the Spearman

Gonza the Spearman is a 1986 Japanese period drama directed by Masahiro Shinoda and adapted from a work by the Edo-perio...

Drama 1986 Edo Period Honor
7.6 Good
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Under the Blossoming Cherry Trees

Under the Blossoming Cherry Trees

"Under the Blossoming Cherry Trees" is a 1975 Japanese film directed by Masahiro Shinoda, adapted from a short story by...

Dark Surreal 1975 Edo Period
7.6 Good
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Killing

Killing

Killing, also known by its Japanese title Zan, is a 2018 Japanese film directed by Shinya Tsukamoto. Set during the late...

Psychological 2018 Poverty Ronin
7.6 Good
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13 Assassins (1963)

13 Assassins (1963)

"13 Assassins" is a 1963 Japanese jidaigeki film directed by Eiichi Kudo. The narrative follows a group of thirteen samu...

1960S Ensemble Edo Period Jidaigeki
7.5 Good
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The Wolves

The Wolves

"The Wolves" is a 1971 Japanese crime film directed by Hideo Gosha. The narrative is set during Japan's Taisho period an...

Action 1971 Edo Period Gosha
7.5 Good
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Yagyu Clan Conspiracy

Yagyu Clan Conspiracy

*The Yagyu Clan Conspiracy* is a 1978 Japanese jidaigeki film directed by Kinji Fukasaku. It dramatizes a fictionalized...

Political Edo Period 1978 Fukasaku
7.4 Good
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Sword of Desperation

Sword of Desperation

A 2010 Japanese film directed by Hideyuki Hirayama, based on a Shugoro Yamamoto novel, about a respected clan samurai wh...

Drama 2010 Edo Period Honor
7.4 Good
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Shogun's Samurai

Shogun's Samurai

Shogun's Samurai is a 1978 Japanese jidaigeki, or historical period film, directed and co-written by Kinji Fukasaku for...

Epic Edo Period Clan War 1978
7.3 Good
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Kumokiri Nizaemon

Kumokiri Nizaemon

Kumokiri Nizaemon is a 1978 Japanese jidaigeki film directed by Hideo Gosha, featuring a prominent performance by Tatsuy...

Drama Edo Period Thief 1978
7.3 Good
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Hunter in the Dark

Hunter in the Dark

Hunter in the Dark is a 1979 Japanese period film directed by Hideo Gosha. Tatsuya Nakadai plays a swordsman whose conne...

Action Edo Period 1979 Gosha
7.2 Good
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Ambush at Blood Pass

Ambush at Blood Pass

Ambush at Blood Pass is a 1970 Japanese jidaigeki, or period swordplay film, directed by Hiroshi Inagaki. It is notable...

Action Edo Period 1970 Mifune
7.1 Good
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Ronin Gai

Ronin Gai

Ronin Gai is a 1990 Japanese period film directed by Kazuo Kuroki. Set during the late Edo period, it follows impoverish...

Action Drama Edo Period 1990
7.0 Good
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Incident at Blood Pass

Incident at Blood Pass

"Incident at Blood Pass" is a 1970 jidaigeki film directed by Hiroshi Inagaki and produced by Toho. The film stars Toshi...

Mystery 1970 Ronin Mifune
7.0 Good

summarize Quick Comparison Summary

Alternative Score vs Hana Action
Humanity and Paper Balloons
Humanity and Paper Balloons
Samurai Film Pre War Tragedy 1937
9.1 Excellent +1.5 Compare
The Crucified Lovers
The Crucified Lovers
Samurai Film Romance Tragedy 1950S
9.0 Excellent +1.4 Compare
Samurai Rebellion
Samurai Rebellion
Samurai Film Drama 1960S Edo Period
8.5 Great +0.9 Compare
An Actor's Revenge
An Actor's Revenge
Samurai Film Japan Revenge Edo Period
8.4 Great +0.8 Compare
Goyokin
Goyokin
Samurai Film Action Political Edo Period
8.2 Great +0.6 Compare
Shura
Shura
Samurai Film Avantgarde Tragedy 1971
8.1 Great +0.5 Compare
Kill!
Kill!
Samurai Film Action Comedy 1968
7.8 Good +0.2 Compare
Gonza the Spearman
Gonza the Spearman
Samurai Film Drama 1986 Edo Period
7.6 Good Same Compare
Under the Blossoming Cherry Trees
Under the Blossoming Cherry Trees
Samurai Film Dark Surreal 1975
7.6 Good Same Compare
Killing
Killing
Samurai Film Psychological 2018 Poverty
7.6 Good Same Compare

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What are the best alternatives to Hana?
The top alternatives to Hana in 2026 include Humanity and Paper Balloons, The Crucified Lovers, Samurai Rebellion, An Actor's Revenge, Goyokin. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Hana compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Hana scores 7.6/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Hana worth it in 2026?
Hana scores 7.6/10 in the Samurai Film category. We recommend comparing it with the 20 alternatives listed above to find the best fit for your needs.
What is the best free alternative to Hana?
Several alternatives to Hana offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from Hana?
Common reasons users look for Hana alternatives include pricing, specific feature gaps, better integration needs, or simply exploring newer options. Our objective scoring helps you compare without bias.
How many alternatives to Hana are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Hana in the Samurai Film category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Hana alternative has the highest rating?
Humanity and Paper Balloons currently holds the highest rating among Hana alternatives with a score of 9.1/10.
Can I use Humanity and Paper Balloons instead of Hana?
Humanity and Paper Balloons is one of the top-rated alternatives to Hana. While they serve similar purposes in the Samurai Film space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to Hana?
Pricing varies among Hana alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Samurai Film category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are Hana alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo uses an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value to provide 0 to 10 scores. Rankings are updated continuously.
Hana vs Humanity and Paper Balloons: which is better?
Hana scores 7.6/10 while Humanity and Paper Balloons scores 9.1/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Hana vs The Crucified Lovers: which is better?
Hana scores 7.6/10 while The Crucified Lovers scores 9.0/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Hana vs Samurai Rebellion: which is better?
Hana scores 7.6/10 while Samurai Rebellion scores 8.5/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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