# Netflix Japanese series S and X release

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> Updated: 2026-07-27T01:27:52.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

In early July 2026 Netflix announced that its new Japanese drama series S and X, starring Kento Nakashima, would debut worldwide on 20 August. A later update later that month released the series’ first trailer and key art, describing the show as a human‑focused love story about a psychiatrist‑sex therapist who helps clients with a range of intimate concerns. The announcement also listed supporting cast members and positioned the series as the centerpiece of Netflix’s August slate, which includes other original programming.

Both entries track the promotional rollout of the series from the initial launch date notice to the detailed preview and cast reveal ahead of its global streaming debut.

## Timeline

### 2026-07-27: Kento Nakashima stars in Netflix's new series S and X debuting Aug 20

Netflix’s Japanese drama S and X, starring Kento Nakashima as a sex‑therapist, launches worldwide on Aug 20 after a trailer debut.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kento-nakashima-stars-in-netflixs-new-series-s-and-x-debuting-aug-20

### 2026-07-09: Netflix's Japanese Series “S and X” Starring Kento Nakashima Launches Globally on Aug 20

Netflix will stream the Japanese drama “S and X” worldwide on Aug 20, starring Kento Nakashima and Yūko Araki, focusing on adult sexual issues within a human‑love story.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netflixs-japanese-series-s-and-x-starring-kento-nakashima-launches-globally-on-aug-20

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