“A Woman to Turn On” / 「イカせたい女」, Original Japanese Movie Poster 1996, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) H299
This is an original Japanese B2 theatrical poster printed for the 1996 release of A Woman to Turn On / 「イカせたい女」, Yoshiho Fukuoka’s provocative Japanese science-fiction drama starring NON.
Set in a dystopian near future, the film combines sexuality, social satire, conspiracy, and speculative fiction within an unusual story about desire becoming a dangerous and politically controlled commodity.
Film background
The film imagines a future society in which conventional sexual relationships have become increasingly restricted and difficult.
Against this unstable background, physical intimacy becomes associated with power, exploitation, and underground resistance. The story follows individuals caught within a system that seeks to control both human desire and bodily autonomy.
The film was written and directed by Yoshiho Fukuoka, a filmmaker associated with politically charged and independent Japanese cinema.
The principal cast includes:
NON
Yumi Takino
Mio Nanase
Azumi Yuki
Bunmei Tobayama
Shun Sugata
Yōta Kawase
Rather than functioning as a conventional romantic drama, the film uses its near-future premise to explore sexuality, social control, personal freedom, and the commercialisation of human relationships.
Poster design
This striking Japanese poster is dominated by an intimate photographic portrait of NON, illuminated in warm amber light against a dark, textured background.
She leans against the rough surface of a tree, her dark hair blending into the surrounding shadows. Her direct expression and outstretched hand create an image that is simultaneously inviting, mysterious, and confrontational.
The oversized title:
「イカせたい女」
descends along the right side in angular pink-and-white lettering.
A small blue panel above reads:
「セクシーポルノ」
This sensational promotional phrase emphasises the film’s erotic content, while the design as a whole presents the production as a dark, futuristic feature rather than a conventional glamour film.
The vertical white quotation at left reads:
「ね…セックスしよ。ズボン脱ぎなよ。」
Translated:
“Hey… let’s have sex. Take off your trousers.”
The orange text at lower left reads:
「2001年、SEXは戦争となった。
それは選ばれた者だけに許された
最も危険な快楽…」
Translated:
“In 2001, sex became war. It was the most dangerous pleasure, permitted only to the chosen few…”
The right-hand credit block prominently identifies:
「監督／脚本 福岡芳穂」
Translated:
“Written and directed by Yoshiho Fukuoka.”
Production and distribution credits for Kokuei Co., Ltd. and Shintoho Pictures appear along the lower edge.
The result is an unusual and visually forceful Japanese poster combining erotic imagery with the darker visual language of dystopian science fiction.
Condition
Very Good+ condition. The poster retains strong amber, pink, black, and white tones, clear photographic detail, and very good overall display impact.
The sheet was previously folded and has visible horizontal and vertical fold lines, associated creasing, and light surface wear. There is a noticeable tear extending from the upper edge near the centre and following part of the vertical fold, with branching creases and minor abrasion around the affected area. Smaller edge marks and handling imperfections are also present.
Despite these age-related issues, the poster remains complete and presents strongly when displayed.
Reference: H299.
Please review all photographs carefully, including the close-up and reverse, as they show the exact poster and its condition.
This is an original Japanese theatrical poster from the film’s 1996 release campaign, not a reproduction or reprint.
It is approximately 30 years old.
Certificate of Authenticity included.
