Matsumoto Jun, also known as MatsuJun, is a Japanese singer, radio host, concert director, dancer, model, and an award-winning actor. He was born on August 30, 1983, in Tokyo, Japan, and made his acting debut in 1997, when he took his first role in a theatrical production. That same year, he took his first role in television and made his film debut a year later. In 1999, he debuted as a member of the boy band, Arashi, and in 2000, began to work in concert production. Since his debut, he has appeared in a wide variety of theatrical productions, films and television dramas, including “Boys Over Flowers” (2005).

Matsumoto Jun

In a country with a 99.9% conviction rate, seeking justice for the innocent isn’t easy. But attorney Taisho Miyama (Matsumoto Jun) doesn’t take on cases just because they’re easy. Continuing his relentless pursuit of truth, Taisho and his partner, Atsuhiro Sada (Teruyuki Kagawa), tirelessly seek justice for the nation’s remaining 0.1%.&nbsp;

After Atsuhiro is named Madarame Law Firm’s new director, he is approached by Shozo Wakatsuki (Ishibashi Renji), the chairman of a successful automotive company, who shamelessly asks the new director for a favor. Hoping to see his daughter Honoka Kono (Sugisaki Hana) become a successful civil lawyer, Shozo asks Atsuhiro to take Honoka under his wing. Agreeing to his request, Honoka joins the Madarame Law Firm. Despite her father’s wishes to focus on civil law, Honoka soon finds herself working side-by-side with Taisho on a criminal case centered around a crooked politician accused of accepting bribes.

Though their partnership gets off to a rocky start, Taisho and Honoka, along with Atsuhiro, dive deep into the case, ready to expose the truth at any cost. Relentless though they may be, do they have what it takes to go up against some of the country’s most powerful people?

Continuing the story of two intrepid attorneys,&nbsp;“99.9 Criminal Lawyer SPECIAL 2021: New Encounters” is a 2021 Japanese courtroom drama directed by Kimura Hisashi.

99.9 Criminal Lawyer SPECIAL 2021: New Encounters

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In a country with a 99.9% conviction rate, seeking justice for the innocent isn’t easy. But that has never once stopped attorney Hiroto Miyama (Matsumoto Jun) from taking a case. On a relentless mission to pursue the truth for the nation’s remaining 0.1%, Hiroto does everything he can to help his clients and bring honor to the Madarame Law Firm.&nbsp;

When Hiroto was approached by Haruhiko Madrame (Kishibe Ittoku), the head of Madarame Law Firm, to join the team, he was glad to accept. Upon accepting the position, Hiroto was forced to work side-by-side with Atsuhiro Sada (Teruyuki Kagawa), an attorney specializing in civil cases. Though the two attorneys clashed at first, time and a growing appreciation for each other and their work have brought Hiroto and Atsuhiro together as an unstoppable duo.&nbsp;

Now joined by former judge, Ozaki Maiko (Fumino Kimura), Hiroto and Atsuhiro will stop at nothing to uncover the truth behind some of the firm’s most challenging cases. Can this new trio uphold truth and justice on behalf of the nation’s overlooked 0.1%?

Picking up where season 1 left off, “99.9 Criminal Lawyer Season 2” is a 2018 Japanese courtroom drama directed by Kimura Hisashi.

99.9 Criminal Lawyer Season 2

As an attorney who only takes on criminal cases, Hiroto Miyama (Matsumoto Jun) isn’t exactly living a life of luxury. In a country with a 99.9% conviction rate, there’s very little money to be made in the field. Nevertheless, Hiroto has made it his life’s mission to pursue the truth for the nation’s remaining 0.1%.&nbsp;

Working for the underdog, Hiroto eventually captures the attention of Haruhiko Madrame (Kishibe Ittoku), the head of Madarame Law Firm. Presented with an opportunity to work at one of the country’s largest law firms, Hiroto accepts Haruhiko’s offer and soon begins working with Atsuhiro Sada (Kagawa Teruyuki). Specializing in civil cases, Atsuhiro is known for bringing in big money for the company, but his personality doesn’t do him any favors. Known for looking down on those he doesn’t deem as worthy or capable as himself, Atsuhiro wants nothing to do with Hiroto and his worthless criminal cases. However, his perspective on Hiroto and his criminal cases when a unique opportunity for advancement presents itself.

Forced to work side-by-side, Hiroto and Atsuhiro must find a way to set aside their differences if they’re going to have any chance at success. Can two such polar opposites find a way to work for the greater good or will their clashing egos keep them from accomplishing their greatest goals?

Full of mysterious cases and office antics, “99.9 Criminal Lawyer” is a 2016 Japanese courtroom drama directed by Kimura Hisashi, Kaneko Fuminori, and Okamoto Shingo.

99.9 Criminal Lawyer

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When he was in high school, Sota Koyurugi (Matsumoto Jun) harbored a serious crush on his senior, Saeko Takahashi (Ishihara Satomi). Fully aware that Saeko was only interested in handsome, popular guys, Sota was content to keep his distance. At least until fate presented him with a rather unexpected opportunity to win Saeko’s affection.

After learning that Saeko had recently broken up with her boyfriend, Sota musters up the courage to confess his feelings. When Saeko accepts his company and companionship, Sota decides to prove his feelings for her in the most memorable way possible. Knowing how much she adores chocolate, Sota decides to make her a delicious set of handmade chocolates for Valentine’s Day. Unfortunately, Sota’s gift and his heart are rejected by Saeko, who decides to give her ex-boyfriend another chance. Heartbroken, Sota buries his grief in his newfound love of chocolate making, vowing to become a Maître Chocolatier.

Having spent years in Paris, studying the art of chocolate making, Sota returns home and opens an elegant boutique de chocolat. Known as the Chocolate Prince, people from far and wide flock to Sota’s boutique, including Saeko, who upon reacquaintance, insists he create a cake for her upcoming wedding. Having never really gotten over Saeko, will Sota be able to accept her commission and let her go or will he use this brief time they have together to try to win her heart?

Adapted from the manga series, “Heartbroken Chocolatier” by Mizushiro Setona, “Un chocolatier de l'amour perdu” is a 2014 Japanese romantic comedy drama directed by Matsuyama Hiroaki, Miyaki Shogo, and Sekino Munenori.

Un chocolatier de l'amour perdu

🍫Chocolate d'armour ❤️

It’s been a year since Domyouji Tsukasa (Jun Matsumoto) left for New York but Makino Tsukushi (Mao Inoue) refuses to accept his reasons for going alone. Following him to New York, Makino is convinced she’ll be able to find Domyouji and make him explain himself, but her adventures in New York turn out to be much different than those she had planned. Despite the difficulties she has upon arrival, Makino eventually has the chance to confront Domyouji, but all of her hopes of reconciliation are crushed by his cold demeanor.

Convinced Domyouji has changed completely, Makino returns to Japan heartbroken. Determined to erase all thoughts of and lingering feelings for Domyouji away completely, Makino focuses on her studies but no matter how hard she tries, fate seems determined to bring them back together in some of the cruelest ways possible. Unable to escape her seemingly unfortunate fate, Makino turns to Rui Hanazawa (Shun Oguri) for strength and comfort, a fact that doesn’t go unnoticed by Domyouji. Jealous of Rui and Makino’s growing relationship, Domyouji finds himself torn between his feelings for Makino and the duty he has to fulfill for the sake of his family.

Caught in a complicated web of broken hearts and new relationships, it seems as if Domyouji and Makino’s time together has truly ended. But fate, it would seem, hasn’t finished with them yet. Brought together one last time, will Makino and Domyouji finally have a chance to live happily ever after?

A sequel to the 2005 hit series, “BOYS OVER FLOWERS”based on the manga of the same name by Yoko Kamio, “BOYS OVER FLOWERS 2 (returns) is a 2007 Japanese drama directed by Ishii Yasuharu.

BOYS OVER FLOWERS 2 (returns)

Again 🍡 A Bouquet of Dango 🍡

Makino (Inoue Mao) is a student at the super-prestigious Eitoku Academy, a seat of learning for some of the children of Japan’s wealthiest individuals. Somewhat intimidated by the school and its rich-kid students, she wants nothing except to stay below the radar and unnoticed during her time at the school. She has one girlfriend at the school, but does not speak to anyone else.

All that changes on the day her friend spills juice all over the pristine white shirt of Domyouji Tsukasa (Jun Matsumoto), the most aggressive and spoilt member of the so-called “Flower Four” or “F4.” This unofficial group comprises the good-looking but bratty sons of the most powerful businesspeople in Japan. The F4 are ruthless bullies, and often pressure their victims into dropping out. But when Domyouji Tsukasa snaps at Makino’s friend, Makino stands up to him. The F4 instructs the entire school to bully her in revenge. But when she snaps and gives him a taste of his own medicine, Domyouji Tsukasa unexpectedly falls for her. All of a sudden, the pendulum swings in favor of Makino – but things get very complicated when fellow F4 member Hanazawa Rui (Oguri Shun) also takes a shine to her!

The drama was based on a hit 1992-2008 manga series that was authored by Yoko Kamio.

“BOYS OVER FLOWERS” is a 2005 Japanese drama series that was directed by Yasuharu Ishii.

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