 101 Kaime no Puropozu [101回目のプロポーズ]
| Ace wo Nerae! [エースをねらえ!]
| Ai no Uta [あいのうた]
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Ai wa douda! [愛はどうだ]
| Aishiteiru to Ittekure [愛していると言ってくれ]
| Akimahende! [あきまへんで！]
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Algernon ni Hanataba o [アルジャーノンに花束を]
| Amai seikatsu [甘い生活。]
| Ame to Yume no atoni [雨と夢の後に]
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Anego [アネゴ]
Rating: 9/10 (Watched) | Antique [アンティーク〜西洋骨董洋菓子店]
Rating: 7/10 (Watched)
I didn't expect much from Antique because of the ratings - I was only interested in seeing Takizawa Hideaki and Fujiki Naohito (^^). However, I was pleasantly surprised by: (1) the fact that the show is based on a story by Yoshinaga Fumi (a mangaka I like), and (2) how much it made me laugh. I found it cute, funny, and entertaining. Mixed in with the comedy are some touching moments here and there, and the show gets better after the first 4 or 5 episodes. For some reason I was never really fond of Shiina Kippei before, but watching him in Antique made me curious about his other dramas. Anyway, this is not a bad show at all; it has heart and charm. | Aoi Tori [青い鳥]
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Asuka e, Soshite Mada Minu Ko e [飛鳥へ、そしてまだ見ぬ子へ]
| Asunaro hakusho [あすなろ白書]
(Watched)
Episode 1 didn't grab me, but I plan to eventually finish the series. | Attack No.1 [アタック No.1]
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Attention Please [アテンションン プリース]
| Beach boys [ビーチボーイズ]
| Beautiful life [ビューティフルライフ]
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Big wing [ビッグウイング]
| Bijo ka Yajuu [美女か野獣]
| Boku dake no Madonna [僕だけのマドンナ]
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Brother Beat [ブラザー☆ビート]
| Bus stop [バスストップ]
| Byakuyakou [白夜行]
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Chakushin Ari [着信あり]
| Cheap Love [チープラブ]
| Dandori [ダンドリ]
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Dare Yori mo Mama wo Aisu [誰よりもままを愛す]
| Dekichatta Kekkon [できちゃった結婚]
Rating: 8/10 (Watched) | Densha Otoko [電車男]
Rating: 10/10 (Watched)
My husband and I loved this show for its heartwarming story and endearing cast. You can't help root Densha Otoko on and feel inspired and excited when the theme song comes on. <3 Don't miss it! |
Double kitchen [ダブルキッチン]
| Double score [ダブル スコア]
| Dragon Zakura [ドラゴン桜]
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Egao no Hosoku [笑顔の法則]
| Engine [エンジン]
Rating: 9/10 (Watched) | Food fight [フードファイト]
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Friends [フレンズ]
Rating: 9/10 | Gachi Baka ! [ガチバカ !]
| Gal Cir [ギャルサ]
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Ganbatte Ikimasshoi [がんばっていきまっしょい]
| Garasu no kamen 1 [ガラスの仮面]
| Garasu no kamen Season 2 [ガラスの仮面 2]
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Gokusen [ごくせん]
Rating: 8/10 (Watched) | Gokusen Season 2 [ごくせん２]
| Golden Bowl [ゴールデンボウル]
Rating: 7/10 (Watched)
Nice lighthearted love comedy about a guy who meets a woman at a bowling alley. She shares his passion for bowling, but also shares the same name of his long gone ex-girlfriend (the summary above is not correct). Great chemistry between Kaneshiro Takeshi and Kuroki Hitomi - they make a cute couple! The episodes are somewhat formulaic but they get a little better past ep 4 or 5. I liked the supporting cast of characters and the classic songs (not sure if they are actually sung by Paul Anka). "You are my desitiny..." |
Good Luck !! [グッドラック！！]
Rating: 8/10 (Watched)
I really enjoyed this drama because of the story and the complicated relationship between Kimura Takuya and Tsutsumi Shin'ichi (I love misunderstood, aloof characters like Tsutsumi's). Admittedly, there are some overly dramatic scenes and unrealistic situations, but it's all entertaining. Lots of colorful supporting characters, like the flight crew and the family of Kimura Takuya's character. Kou Shibaski acts well, but I couldn't see any chemistry between her and Kimura Takuya. One thing to note is the excellent ending theme! | H2~Kimi to itahibi [２〜君といた日々]
| Hana Yori Dango [花より男子]
Rating: 10/10 (Watched)
I LOVE this show! Definitely in my top 10. Inoue Mao is excellent in it. Even though this is the only piece of work of hers I've seen so far, she's now one of my favorite actresses. Such a great ending scene too -- you can really see the emotion on their faces. I've rewatched this drama numerous times. (^-^) Highly recommended. |
Hana Yori Dango Season 2 [花より男子]
| Haruka 17 [はるか 17]
| Hatachi no kekkon [２０歳の結婚]
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Hero
Rating: 9/10 (Watched)
An episodic criminal justice show with a quirky, endearing cast of characters - just what I like. The romance is downplayed in this one, but it was nice to see Kimura Takuya and Matsu Takako together again. Recommended. | Hito ni Yasashiku [人にやさしく / ３ピース]
| Hitonatsu no Papa e [ひと夏のパパへ]
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Home & Away [ホーム＆アウェイ]
| Hoshi no kinka 1 [星の金貨]
| Hotman [ホットマン]
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Hotman Season 2 [ホットマン2]
| Hyakunen no monogatari [百年の物語]
| Ichi Ritoru no Namida [１リットルの涙]
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Iguana no musume [イグアナの娘]
Rating: 10/10 (Watched) | Ikebukuro West Gate Park [池袋ウエストゲートパーク]
| Ima Ai ni Yukimasu [いま会いにゆきます]
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Iryu [医龍 Team Medical Dragon]
| Itsumo futari de [いつもふたりで]
Rating: 8/10 (Watched)
Enjoyed this playful portrayal of two childhood friends living together, disagreeing with one another, giving each other support, and experiencing change in their relationship as they try to make it in the big city. The audience is given a nice behind the scenes peek into the world of publishing. Matsu Takako's character can be trying at times, but I think she did a cute job protraying someone full of energy and gumption. The audience can see how her character matures and learns to accept her real talents as the show progresses. Sakaguchi Kenji's character is endearing in his own way, but IMHO, it isn't very convincing when he has a change of heart suddenly. (Though, hey, we're talking about dorama here!) It really is unfortunate that Kashiwabara Takashi had to drop out after the 2nd episode, but his replacement did a good job. I would've preferred a little more romantic tension between his character and Matsu Takako's, but perhaps it wouldn't ring true with her character's tendency to be one-track minded. I liked the opening song and colorful credits. Nice show. | Jikou Keisatsu [時効警察]
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Jyoou no Kyoushitsu [女王の教室]
| Kaidan Hyaku Shosetsu [怪談百物語]
| Kamisama mou sukoshi dake [神様、もう少しだけ]
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Kanojotachi no jidai [彼女たちの時代]
Rating: 6/10 (Watched)
It's not an exciting show, but it's got it's moments. My first time watching anything with Fukatsu Eri, Mizuno Miki, and Shiina Kippei. I watched it without subtitles, so I tried my best to figure out what was happening using the elementary Japanese I know. Fortunately, each character's personal story wasn't too complicated. Shiina Kippei's character isn't particularly interesting. He's paired up with the boring one out of the three girls - Nakayama Shinobu's character. Funny, I don't even remember the Backstreet Boys playing in the background. Shows how much of an impression the show left on me! (^_^;) | Keiji Ichiro [刑事★イチロー]
| Keizoku [ケイゾク]
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Kekkon Dekinai Otoko [結婚できない男]
| Kiken na Aneki [危険なアネキ]
| Kimi wa Petto [きみはペット]
Rating: 8/10 (Watched)
Not very realistic but a highly amusing show. The whole time I was glued to the screen, watching one episode after another, thinking, "Are they? Or aren't they?!" At the time I watched this I was about the same age as Koyuki's character, so the show got me thinking a little about if I would ever consider a romantic relationship with someone that much younger than me. Matsumoto Jun is cute in this one and really fit into the dancer role. At any rate, it's a fun drama. There sure are a lot of kissing scenes in this one... (^-^) |
Kindaichi Shonen no Jikembo Season 3 [金田一少年の事件簿 3]
| Kinyoubi no Koibitotachi e [金曜日の恋人たちへ]
Rating: 7/10 (Watched)
Though the plotline is average, the ups and downs in the show kept my interest. The acting is excellent - especially by Fujiwara Norika. I was really impressed. As for Mizuno Maki, she has such expressively sad eyes. I'm sure there are people out there who can't or won't be able to stand her character, but I couldn't help feeling sympathy for her. I mean, seriously, how would you like it if you were inexplicably left by the love of your life, only to have them show up and by chance fall in love with your best friend? I even got my mom to watch this one with me! We marathon'd this show over one weekend. (^^) | Kisarazu Cat's Eye [木更津キャッツアイ]
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Koi ga shitai Koi ga shitai Koi ga shitai [恋がしたい恋がしたい]
Rating: 10/10 (Watched)
I absolutely adore this series for its wonderful ensemble cast and its thoughtful, sensitive themes. I either laughed from the funny, awkward moments or cried during the touching, bittersweet scenes. I never wanted it to end! Highly recommended. | Koi ni Ochitara ~Boku no Seikou no Himitsu~ [恋におちたら〜僕の成功の秘密〜]
| Koi Seyo Otome [恋セヨ乙女]
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Koi wa Tatakai [恋は戦い！]
| Koi wo nan nen sundemasu ka?
Rating: 7/10 (Watched)
The title of this drama is actually "Koi wo Nan Nen Yasundemasuka?" It didn't grab me right away in the beginning, but the mounting events and pensive feel slowly drew me in. Overall, I enjoyed it very much and looked forward to finding out the conclusion of each character's story. I wish Iijima Naoko's marital issues had more air time, because it seems her situation is treated more like a comic relief device. Great performances by the whole cast all around. | Koibumi [恋文~私たちが愛した男]
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Koishite Shinitai [恋して死にたい]
| Konna koi no hanashi [こんな恋のはなし]
| Konya Hitori no Beddo de [今夜ひとりのベッドで]
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Kuitan [喰いタン]
| Kurisumasu Nante Dai Kirai
| Kurosagi [クロサギ]
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Kyousoukyoku [協奏曲]
Rating: 6/10 (Watched)
I'm still unsure of how I should rate this. I liked the overall plot: the portrayal of two men in the same field experiencing different stages in their careers. Not only do they have a complicated professional relationship with each other, they're in love with the same woman. However, I was wholly unsympathetic with Miyazawa Rie's rather pathetic character. I was still compelled to watch to the very end, though when the end did finally come, I was left thinking, WTF? | Kyumei Byoto 24 Ji Season 2 [救命病棟２４時 ２]
| Kyumei Byoto 24 Ji Season 3 [救命病棟２４時 3]
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Last Christmas [ラストクリスマス]
| Long Love Letter [ロング・ラブレター〜漂流教室]
| Long vacation [ロングバケーション]
Rating: 9/10 (Watched)
I agree that this is a classic, but I'm not as crazy about it as other people. At any rate, I have to say that Yamaguchi Tomoko is a gem in this one. Her character is simultaneously cute, charming, and annoying. I think this is my favorite of Kimura Takuya's various roles. The rest of the cast is great too wiith awesome chemistry between them. |
Love generation [ラブジェネレーション]
Rating: 10/10 (Watched)
My first jdorama love. Although I wasn't happy with all the needless misunderstandings between the two main characters, and I didn't always agree with the characters' decisions, I believe these qualities make a gripping, tense, and exciting drama! I think Kimura Takuya and Matsu Takako had wonderful chemistry. Great soundtrack too. Highly recommended. | Lunch no Joou [ランチの女王]
| Mada Koi wa Hajimaranai [まだ恋は始まらない]
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Majo no jouken [魔女の条件]
Rating: 10/10 (Watched)
I could not stop watching this show - I was totally addicted! I can understand why people have a problem with the storyline, and from a realistic point of view, there are a lot of unanswered questions. However, IMHO, I think the point of this show was to make people question the pressures and prejudices of society and to show that love (romantic, familial, etc.) comes in many forms. I admired how the main characters find the courage to stay true to themselves and manage to carry on through all the hardships. (My goodness, Matsushima's character goes through SO much.) Great performances by Matsushima Nanako, Takizawa Hideaki, and Kuroki Hitomi. My only wish is the ending went a little further... At any rate, this show is one of my favorites and I could watch parts of it over and over. | Manatsu no Merry Christmas [真夏のメリークリスマス]
Rating: 6/10 (Watched)
There's great chemistry between Takenouchi Yutaka and Nakatani Miki and they acted well, but I hardly felt sympahty or concern for most of the characters. The only reason I kept watching it is so I could find out what happens to Takenouchi and Nakatani. The story is quite lacking in substance and the ending falls flat. Loved the closing credits, though. | Mariya
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Mayonaka no Ame [真夜中の雨]
| Medaka [めだか]
| Meguri ai [めぐり逢い]
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Mokuyoubi no Shokutaku [木曜日の食卓]
| Moto Kare [元カレ]
| Mukashi no otoko [昔の男]
Rating: 8/10 (Watched)
Not a bad drama at all - one of the more realistic ones I've seen. Started off on a quick pace and then slowed down after the 4th or 5th episode. The best episode was definitely the last one because everybody came to their senses and did the reasonable and mature thing. |
Mukodono! [ムコ殿/女婿大人]
Rating: 7/10 (Watched)
Have watched the first 3 episodes and have taken an indefinite break from the series... | Musashi [武蔵]
| My Boss, My Hero [マイボスマイヒロ]
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My Little Chef
| Nanisama! [なにさまっ！]
| Narita Rikon [成田離婚]
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Nemureru mori [眠れる森]
| News no onna [ニュースの女]
| Nobuta wo Produce [野ブタ。をプロデュース]
Rating: 9/10 (Watched) |
Nodame Cantabile [のだめ カンタビ−レ]
| Ns' Aoi [Ns’ あおい ]
| Odoru Daisousasen [踊る大捜査線]
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Ohsama no resutoran [王樣のレストラン]
| Oishii Kankei [おいしい關係]
| Omiai kekkon [お見合い結婚]
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Ooku~Hana no Ran~ [大奥〜華の乱〜]
| Orange Days [オレンジデイズ]
| Otousan [おとうさん]
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Over Time [オーバー・タイム]
| Oyaji~ [オヤジぃ]
Rating: 8/10
A funny, heartwarming family drama with positive messages overall. The only member of the family that didn't get enough love was the dog, in my opinion. =( | Pretty Girls [プリティガール]
Rating: 6/10 (Watched)
I tried, but I haven't been able to get past the 3rd episode. Izumi Inamori's character has a lot of cute charm, but she can't possibly carry the whole show. From what I've seen (though I admit it's not much), the plot is not at all interesting and the story seems to unfold at turtle speed. I would like to finish it someday, but I'm still undecided if it's worth my time. |
Pride [プライド]
Rating: 9/10 (Watched)
Great story about love, friendship, and determination. Both my husband and I enjoyed this show and its awesome soundtrack, though we feel that some aspects of the last few episodes are a little too unrealistic. Nevertheless, the main actors and supporting cast undoubtedly shine, and we had a lot of fun watching from start to finish. Highly recommended. | Pure [ビュア]
Rating: 5/10 (Watched)
Watched it years ago on TV and didn't get past the first few episodes. I just could not accept the premise of this story because I felt it was too unrealistic. From the little I observed, however, I could see that the acting was good. | rinbukyoku [輪舞曲]
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Ruri no shima [瑠璃の島]
| Saiyuuki [西遊記 ]
| Sapuri [サプリ]
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Sarariman Kintaro 1 (TBS) [サラリーマン金太郎]
| Sarariman Kintaro Season 2 (TBS) [サラリーマン金太郎2]
| Sarariman Kintaro Season 3 (TBS) [サラリーマン金太郎]
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Sarariman Kintaro Season 4 (TBS) [サラリーマン金太郎]
| Satomi Hakenden [里見八犬伝]
| Satorare [サトラレ]
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Seija no koushin [聖者の行進]
Rating: 8/10 (Watched)
For me, watching this show was like watching a train wreck over and over. I was helpless to stop it but couldn't tear my eyes away from it.
From my experience working with mentally challenged kids, I do feel the show portrays them in a stereotypical manner. They are not simply "innocent angels." However, the performance by the main cast is excellent, especially by Ishida Issei. I also admired the themes of friendship, self-respect, and making a stand, even if the rest of the world seems to be against you.
Overall, I recommend this show, though the wretched abuse the characters go through can be suffocating to bear. It isn't until the very end that you're allowed to breathe. | Seikei Bijin [整形美人。]
| Sekai no chuushin de, ai wo sakebu [世界の中心で、愛をさけぶ]
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Semishigure [蝉しぐれ]
| sengoku Jieitai [戦国自衛隊〜関ケ原の戦い〜]
| Sensei shiranaino? [先生知らないの？]
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Shiawase ni Naritai [幸せになりたい]
| Shomuni [ショムニ]
| Shota no sushi [将太の寿司]
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Slow Dance [スローダンス]
| Sora Kara Furu Ichioku no Hoshi [空から降る一億の星]
Rating: 7/10 (Watched)
It's a good story, only for Akashiya Sanma and Fukatsu Eri's performances and the theme of tragic, twisted fate. However, I struggled through trying to finish this series because I found it slow and somewhat boring. As for Kimura Takuya's performance as a vulnerable, mysterious, and complicated character -- there is nothing really unique or excellent about it (I guess I'm in the minority about this one). | Stand UP!!
Rating: 8/10 (Watched) |
Star no Koi [スタアの恋]
Rating: 8/10 (Watched)
A funny and sweet show that endeared me to Kusanagi Tsuyoshi. I loved his character, and the mismatch between him and Fujiwara Norika works just fine. | Strawberry on the shortcake [ストロベリー・オンザ・ショートケーキ]
| Style! [スタイル!]
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Suekko chounan ane san nin [末っ子長男姉三人]
| Summer snow
| Taiho shichauzo [逮捕しちゃうぞ]
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Taiyo no Kisetsu [太陽の季節]
| Tengoku ni ichiban chikai otoko [天国に一番近い男]
| Tentai Kanzoku [天体観測]
Rating: 10/10 (Watched)
Tentai Kansoku (not Kanzoku) is a heartfelt story about the strong bond between seven friends as they struggle with young adulthood. The main cast gives thoroughly convincing and moving performances. Starting after episode 6 or 7, I didn't have a dry eye by the time each episode closed. Great soundtrack, too. |
Teru Teru Ashita [てるてるあした]
| Tiger & Dragon [タイガー＆ドラゴン]
| Toi Shinseki Chikaku no Tanin? [遠い親戚近くの他人]
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Tokyo Friends [東京フレンズ]
| Tokyo Love Story [東京ラブストーリー]
| Tokyo Wankei [東京湾景]
Rating: 8/10 (Watched)
I really liked this drama. Granted it has some ultra-cheesy qualities, e.g., common and predictable plot devices, sappy lines, and unbelievable moments like "That's the same thing my mom's boyfriend said to her!", but I felt sincere love between Nakama Yukie and Wada Toshihiro's characters in their quiet, reserved way. Maybe it was just the awesome soundtrack that kept me interested in the show. (^_~) |
Toshiie to Matsu [利家とまつ]
| Toshishita No Otoko [年下之男]
| Trick [トリック]
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Trick Season 2 [トリック2]
| Trick Season 3 [トリック3]
| Tsuhan-Man
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Uso Koi [ウソコイ]
| Utsukushii hito [美しい人]
| Wakamono no subete [若者のすべて]
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Water Boys [ウォーターボーイズ]
| Water Boys Season 2 [ウォーターボーイズ2]
| Wedding Planner [ウエディングプランナー]
Rating: 9/10 (Watched)
Wedding Planner drips with romantic cheesiness, but that's what I loved about it! The whole cast did a great job. Definitely a wonderful feel-good show that had me smiling, tearing, and laughing uncontrollably. |
With love
| Yamato Nadeshiko [やまとなでしこ【大和撫子】]
Rating: 9/10 (Watched)
This show is really something. It had me laughing, especially when Tsutsumi Shinichi's character Osuke and his friends would get together. Matsushima Nanako did an excellent job. But honestly, I could not believe her character, Sakurako, sometimes! My goodness, there were moments I could just kick her. It was, however, wonderful to see her eventual transformation, or rather her acceptance of her true feelings. Osuke and Higashijujou (played by Azuma Mikihisa) are just too good to be true, aren't they? At any rate, I really enjoyed the comedy, the acting, and of course, the romance. Definitely recommended. | Yankee Bokou ni Kaeru [ヤンキー母校に帰る]
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Yasashii Jikan [優しい時間]
| Yasha [夜叉]
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