Japanese Dramas/Movies

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Sota Aoki’s (Shunsuke Michieda) life takes an unexpected turn when he borrows an eraser from his crush, Mio Hashimoto (Riko Fukumoto), only to discover she’s written another boy’s name on it. Devastated, Aoki drops the eraser, but it’s picked up by Kousuke Ida (Ren Meguro), who now mistakenly believes Aoki has a crush on him! As Aoki scrambles to clarify the situation, he finds himself caught in a whirlwind of romantic misunderstandings and comedic chaos. Will Aoki manage to set things straight with Ida, or will this mix-up lead to surprising new connections? This 2021 Japanese romantic comedy drama was directed by Shogo Kusano and Tadaaki Horai and was adapted from the manga of the same name by Wataru Hinekure.

My Love Mix-Up!

Lend Me Your Eraser Team💛💙

Chiyomi Horikiri (Maika Yamamoto), a high school girl with a crush on Shunichi Minami (Taishi Nakagawa), mysteriously shrinks to 15 cm tall after a heated argument with her parents. Shunichi, her childhood first love who became distant after his father's disappearance, discovers her tiny form and takes her home. As they navigate this unusual situation, Chiyomi hopes Shunichi can help her return to her normal size. Their rekindled connection challenges them to confront their past and potentially reestablish their lost relationship. This is a 2015 Japanese romantic comedy drama based on the manga "Minami Kun No Koibito" and directed by Kazuya Konaka.

My Little Lover - Minami Kun No Koibito

Little Lover Team

When college student "Mob" (Atsuhiro Inukai) discovers he's living in a manga-style "world of BL", he unexpectedly becomes the mob character of numerous love stories. After initially struggling with his new reality, Mob embraces his situation and confesses his feelings to his classmate Kikuchi (Asahi Ito), hoping to finally step into the spotlight as the main character. Just as he believes he has found his happily ever after, the arrival of the handsome Igarashi (Kenta Izuka) disrupts everything, challenging Mob's position as the protagonist and creating a love triangle that forces him to fight for Kikuchi's affection. As Mob navigates this complex romantic landscape, he must prove he is not only the best partner for Kikuchi but also the true main character of this unpredictable world. Adapted from the manga series by Konkichi, this is a 2022 Japanese romantic comedy drama directed by Koichiro Miki.

A Man Who Defies The World of BL 2

Trapped in the World of BL

Five years after witnessing a doctor’s heroic act, rookie nurse Sakura Nanase (Mone Kamishiraishi) joins the same hospital, only to find out that her idol, Dr. Kairi Tendo (Takeru Satoh), is a cold perfectionist. Despite his harsh demeanor, Sakura’s relentless dedication and open affection begin to soften his heart. As she endeavors to prove her worth and win him over, the clash between her optimism and his cynicism becomes a test of love and perseverance. Will Sakura's unwavering commitment turn this cold-hearted doctor into a believer in love? This 2020 Japanese romantic comedy drama was adapted from the manga by Maki Enjoji.

An Incurable Case of Love

At twenty-seven, Akiha Okada (Nana Seino) is thriving in her career and personal life but faces relentless pressure from her grandmother to marry. Content with her single status, Akiha rejects a proposal from Shu Momose (Kentaro Sakaguchi), a reliable yet unromantic suitor. However, when her grandmother's restaurant faces bankruptcy, Akiha finds herself in a surprising arrangement with Shu, who offers her five million yen to marry him. As their fake marriage unfolds, Akiha and Shu must navigate the unexpected challenges of their new life together. What starts as a business deal begins to transform into something far deeper, revealing that their unorthodox union might be the key to finding true love.

ONLY JUST MARRIED

Love Under Contract team 

Kota Fukuhara (Sota Ryosuke) is a bumbling college student plagued by constant bad luck, making it difficult for him to make friends. In contrast, fellow student Naoya Shinomiya (Yusuke Sato) seems to have it all -- good fortune and immense popularity. When Naoya saves Kota from an accident, Kota tries to befriend him. However, Naoya mistakenly believes Kota wants a romantic relationship and surprisingly agrees! This misunderstanding sets off a series of comedic and heartfelt events as Kota and Naoya navigate their new relationship. Will this awkward situation lead them to true love? And can Naoya help break Kota’s unlucky curse? This 2022 Japanese drama series was based on a manga series by Tsuyu Gamoko and was directed by Yoshino Mamoru.

Mr. Unlucky Has No Choice but to Kiss!

💋 Kiss me Luck team 🍀

Accountant Asako Yaeshima (Yuno Ohara) loves working at Lilia Drop, a toiletry and cosmetics company, as its products are the only things she's found that can keep her profuse sweating under control. However, when she meets product development planner Kotaro Natori (Kanta Sato), something unexpected happens: he's irresistably attracted to her body odor! Kotaro asks if he can test the company's newest product, which will also allow him to analyze her scent. Unable to find a way to say no, Asako allows it. As they work closely together, Asako and Kotaro begin to see beyond their initial impressions, potentially sparking an unexpected office romance. Based on Kintetsu Yamada's manga, this is a 2022 Japanese romantic comedy drama directed by Shuhei Shibue.

Sweat and Soap

Sniff Sniff Team 🐽

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Nozue (Kouhei Takeda), a 39-year-old office worker, believes his career and life are bleak and stagnant. While his 29-year-old subordinate, Togawa (Tatsunari Kimura) is cold and distant at first, he secretly harbors respect and romantic feelings for Nozue. When fate brings them together at a trendy pancake shop, their relationship slowly begins to shift. As they spend more time together, Nozue finds himself drawn to Togawa’s unexpected kindness and charm, and the spark of something more starts to ignite between them. Could this newfound connection be the start of true love? This 2022 Japanese BL drama is based on the manga by Sagan Sagan.

Old Fashion Cupcake

🧁 A Cupcake for Two 👨‍❤️‍👨

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Kotoko Aihara (Honoka Yahagi), an average girl with poor grades, falls head-over-heels for Naoki Irie (Yuki Furukawa), the smartest and most handsome boy in school. For three years, she admires him from afar, but fate intervenes when a meteorite destroys her home, forcing her family to stay with Naoki’s. Living under one roof, Kotoko seizes her chance to win Naoki’s heart. Can she convince him to see her as someone he truly cares for, or will her dreams of love remain unfulfilled? This drama is the fifth TV adaptation of Kaoru Tada’s manga series Itazura Na Kiss.

Mischievous Kiss: Love in TOKYO

Mischievous Kisser Team

Back in high school, a meteorite crashed into Kotoko (Honoka Yahagi)'s home, leaving her with no choice but to move in with classmate Naoki (Yuki Furukawa). For Kotoko, this was a dream come true, as she’d had a longstanding crush on Naoki. Despite his initial disdain for her, Naoki eventually fell for Kotoko, and they ended up getting married. However, married life may not be the sweet fantasy they’d dreamed it would be. Kotoko has decided to become a nurse, but her studies aren’t going well. Plus, having a charming, good-looking husband has its drawbacks – as Naoki seems to have no shortage of female admirers! Can they overcome these hurdles and ensure their love survives the test of time? This 2014 Japanese drama, based on the hit manga of the same name by Kaoru Tada, follows 2013’s Mischievous Kiss: Love in TOKYO. It was directed by Kazuya Konaka and Takashi Ninomiya.

Mischievous Kiss 2: Love in TOKYO

The popular and outgoing Shun Takara (Arata Sato) is paired with his shy and quiet classmate Taichi Amagi (Nao Oriyama) on the school’s environmental committee. While tending the school lawn, Taichi surprises Shun by confessing his love. Realizing their feelings are mutual, they start dating but decide to keep their relationship secret. Will their many differences strain their relationship, or can love help them overcome the obstacles?

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