Rintaro Mizusawa is an up-and-coming Japanese actor who was born on February 5, 2003, in Japan’s Saitama Prefecture. He began appearing in a large number of drama series titles in the late 2010s, starring in the likes of “Caution, Hazardous Wife” in 2017 and 2019’s Japanese adaptation of “The Good Wife.” In 2020, he appeared in “17.3 About Love” and “Marry Me.”

Rintaro Mizusawa

Sayako Shiratama (Alice Hirose), a 30-year-old working in a low-paying job, has long regretted failing her college entry exam. When she meets Taku Ogasawara (Shunsuke Michieda), a young college student who encourages her to pursue her dreams, she decides to return to studying. After successfully gaining university admission, she unexpectedly encounters Taku again, who is now her college senior. Their chance reunion raises the possibility of an unexpected romantic connection, despite their significant age difference. This 2023 Japanese drama series was directed by Takahiro Aoyama and Takeyoshi Yamamoto.

My Second AOHARU

🌹 The Late Bloomers 🖊 

Ryunosuke Minegawa

WOWOW

Exploring the intricate dynamics of eight different couples, "One Night Morning" delves into the complexities of relationships after a shared night. Each couple experiences a unique morning-after scenario, from reunited high school classmates with long-harbored feelings to casual sexual partners. Despite their varied backgrounds and connections, they all share one common thread: a morning meal together. As they sit down to breakfast, the characters navigate the uncertain terrain of their relationships, leaving viewers wondering about the potential outcomes of their intimate encounters. Adapted from Kenichi Okuyama's manga series, this 2022 Japanese romance drama, directed by Kensaku Kakimoto, offers a nuanced exploration of human connections and the morning after.

One Night Morning

❤️ Love Actually ❤️

In their second year of high school, Yuri Nishina (So Okuno), Shin "Maya" Mayama (Rintaro Mizusawa), Mashiro "Shiro" Kagami (Eito Konishi), and Aoi Shida (Maito Fujioka) are four friends known for their good looks and complete lack of ambition. They form the "Useless Club," dedicating themselves to wasting time and uploading silly stunts on social media while vowing never to fall in love. When they decide to try an experiment from a manga - running with bread in their mouths to potentially spark romance - they unknowingly set the stage for unexpected encounters and potential consequences. Their ridiculous challenge leads them across the school grounds, setting up a potentially life-changing moment that might just challenge their carefully cultivated attitude of indifference. Adapted from the manga series "Talking Nonsense About Love" by Ryoko Fukuyama, "36,000 Seconds in a Day" is a 2022 Japanese romantic comedy drama directed by Junta Yamaguchi, Ayuta Yoshikawa, and Miyako Yasoshima.

36,000 Seconds in a Day

Fuji TV

Aiko "Ai" Kasumi (Yuna Taira), a talented basketball player, is constantly overshadowed by her school's basketball star Reo Amano (Kanta Sato), whom she considers her ultimate rival. Determined to prove herself, Ai takes a part-time job at her brother's maid cafe, transforming her tomboy appearance with a wig and makeup. Her new look unexpectedly catches Reo's attention, leading him to ask her out. Seizing the opportunity, Ai plans to date Reo with the intention of breaking his heart and finally defeating him. However, as they spend more time together, Ai begins to question her initial motivations. Will her scheme to humiliate Reo backfire, or will she discover something more meaningful? Based on the manga by Kaori, this is a 2021 Japanese romantic comedy drama directed by Toru Matsuura.

Ai-Chan’s Secret

Love Under Disguise 💕

In an innovative attempt to combat social isolation, the Japanese government passes a NEET Protection Law, creating an agency to match NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) individuals with government employees. Shin Akiyasu (Toshiki Seto), a 28-year-old civil servant, is paired with Himari Sawamoto (Rinka Kumada), who was signed up for the program without her consent. Forced to live together as "husband and wife," the unlikely couple must navigate their unexpected arrangement. As they struggle with their unconventional living situation, they begin to discover unexpected connections and potential feelings for each other. Based on a manga series by Miku Yuuki, this unique social experiment challenges the boundaries of relationships and personal freedom. This is a 2020 Japanese drama series directed by Honda Ryuichi.

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