Not in Textbooks 2 (2016)
A Japanese manga-based romantic comedy where a teacher's complicated feelings for his student grow harder to ignore with every passing day.
Not in Textbooks 2 - Movie Information
- Original Title: 教科書にないッ！2
- Release Year: 2016
- Directed by: Shota Sasaki
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Drama, Comedy, Romance
- Runtime: 1h 18m
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- Alternative Titles: Very Private Lesson 2 (US), Kyôkasho ni nai! 2 (JP)
- Production Companies: Nippan Group Holdings
- Production Countries: Japan
Not in Textbooks 2 - Plot
In the second part of this manga adaptation, Tairaku Arihiko, who is a teacher at a local high school, lives with his student Shirakaba Aya and things are becoming steamier. As she becomes aggressive with her love for him he has to navigate his responsibility and job, his cute student and her thug father.
Not in Textbooks 2 - Trailer
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Not in Textbooks 2 - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Shota Sasaki
Main Cast
- Ayaka Morikawa
- Ryoma Baba
- Moemi Katayama
- Yurisa
- Wataru Ichinose
- Sumire Nagai
Writers
- Shota Sasaki
- Tomonori Sasaki
Producers
- Takeshi Katayama
- Toshiaki Morihara
- Koji Kikuchi
Not in Textbooks 2 - FAQs
Is Not in Textbooks 2 based on a manga?
Yes, Not in Textbooks 2 is adapted from a Japanese manga. The film continues the story of the original manga adaptation, following the complicated relationship between a high school teacher and his student, blending comedy, romance, and drama in a distinctly Japanese style.
Who are the main actors in Not in Textbooks 2?
The film stars Ayaka Morikawa as Aya Shirakaba and Ryoma Baba as teacher Arihiko Tairaku in the lead roles. They're joined by Moemi Katayama, Yurisa, Wataru Ichinose, and Sumire Nagai rounding out the supporting cast.
What is Not in Textbooks 2 about?
The film follows high school teacher Arihiko Tairaku, who finds himself living under the same roof as his student Aya Shirakaba. As Aya's feelings for him grow increasingly bold, he struggles to uphold his professional duties while also contending with her formidable, thuggish father.
Who directed Not in Textbooks 2?
Not in Textbooks 2 was directed by Shota Sasaki, who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Tomonori Sasaki. Sasaki brings a light, comedic touch to this romantic drama rooted in Japanese manga storytelling traditions.
What genre is Not in Textbooks 2?
Not in Textbooks 2 blends Drama, Comedy, and Romance into a fun and occasionally steamy package. It leans into the classic manga tropes of forbidden attraction and comedic misunderstandings, making it a light but engaging watch for fans of Japanese romantic comedies.
How long is Not in Textbooks 2?
Not in Textbooks 2 runs for 78 minutes, making it a compact, easy-to-watch film. Its brisk runtime keeps the story moving at a lively pace without overstaying its welcome — perfect for a casual evening viewing.
What are similar movies to Not in Textbooks 2?
If you enjoy Not in Textbooks 2, you might also like Lovely Complex (2006) and ReLIFE (2017) for their romantic comedy charm, or My Little Monster (2018) for its manga-adapted school romance. Nisekoi: False Love (2018) and True Love (2006) are also worth exploring.
Is Not in Textbooks 2 a sequel?
Yes, Not in Textbooks 2 is the direct sequel to the first Not in Textbooks film, continuing the story of teacher Arihiko Tairaku and student Aya Shirakaba. Both films are based on the same manga series and share the same core cast and creative team.
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