Japanese Drama

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

Fuji TV

Aya Satoh (Miori Takimoto), a mild-mannered temporary office worker known for her communication skills via sticky notes, leads an ordinary life. Kei Ichijo (Takumi Kizu), the handsome and successful young successor of a large company, is pressured by his grandmother to marry. When Satoh unexpectedly enters Ichijo's world, their lives are dramatically transformed by an unforeseen circumstance that will challenge everything they know about themselves and their future. Brought together by fate, the unlikely pair must navigate a complex and unexpected journey of love and personal growth. Adapted from the Taiwanese drama "Fated to Love You," this 2020 Japanese romantic comedy drama is directed by Katsutoshi Hirabayashi and Takashi Ninomiya.

You Are My Destiny (JP)

💗👰🏻 You Are My Destiny 🤵🏻

Fuji TV TWO

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

Yuuki Kaneda (Toshiki Seto), a talented yet unsociable designer, has just found a new job at a computer graphics production company, training under Jun Yanase (Shuichiro Naito), a highly experienced and brilliant senior designer. Yuuki maintains his cold, standoffish demeanor around Jun, his office “senpai,” stunning Jun, who isn’t used to receiving this type of treatment. Secretly, however, Yuuki has a huge crush on Jun, but he plans to keep the secret to his grave… until he gets drunk at an office party, tells Jun the truth about his feelings, leading to the two sharing an unexpected kiss! Will this moment of sincerity bring them closer together, or will Yuuki back even further away? This 2022 Japanese BL drama is based on the hit manga of the same name by Shinta Harekawa.

Senpai, This Can't be Love!

Teach me, Senpai !

Once high school sweethearts, Kazunari Hira (Riku Hagiwara) and Sou Kiyoi (Yusei Yagi) now live in bliss as adults. As they live together, they are able to support each other through life’s ups and downs, but not everything is perfect. As graduation approaches, Hira's lack of job experience leaves him feeling lost, while Kiyoi’s acting career is soaring. Will their love withstand the pressures of adulthood, or will cracks appear in their once-perfect relationship?

My Beautiful Man Season 2

🥂The Ginger Ale 🥂 Team

In high school, Hira Kazunari (Riku Hagiwara) was a quiet loner until fate connected him with the charming Kiyoi Sou (Yusei Yagi), the school's most popular student. Captivated by Kiyoi from their very first encounter, Hira's world transformed as they moved from tentative friendship to a loving relationship. Now, as they approach university graduation, Hira has taken a job as an assistant to a successful photographer, while Kiyoi is carving out his path as an actor. As they focus on their respective careers, the couple begins to drift apart. Is this the end for their high school romance? This 2023 Japanese BL film, adapted from the novel “He, Who is Beautiful” by Yuu Nagira, follows the 2021 drama “My Beautiful Man.”

My Beautiful Man -eternal-

The handsome TV weather forecaster Mizuki Segasaki (Kouhei Higuchi) is a hit with viewers, who love his calm and mild-mannered personality. Little do they know, it’s all an act! He secretly lives with a penniless manga artist Yoh Tanada (Atsuki Mashiko) – on the condition that his every whim and command is obeyed! When fan Manju (Sayuri Matsumura) learns of the two men’s secret, their “relationship” is put to the test. Will the weather forecaster’s tyranny come to an end – and could it give way to love?

My Personal Weatherman

Cloudy With Chance of Romance

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.

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