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Unhappy Lives: The Reality of Fishbowl Wives

Fishbowl Wives is a Japanese drama streaming television series. It is based on the manga series of the same name by Meguro Hisashi. The series stars Kyoko Fukada, Anne Watanabe, Masami Nagasawa, and many others . It premiered on...

June 15, 2023

Celebrities

Satoh Takeru: Versatile Star, Producer and Frontman

Japanese actor Satoh Takeru (佐藤健) has built a career on range and determination. He was born in Saitama Prefecture on March 21 1989. He was not the child‐star prodigy some fans imagine. He didn’t enter the industry until high school. In...

June 11, 2023

Japanese Drama from 2019 Jdrama

Stay tuned … There is an accident coming!

"Stay tuned" is a Japanese drama from 2019. It centers around the life of a struggling news producer's new hire. The new hire is determined to keep their station afloat amidst a rapidly changing media landscape. The show portrays...

June 9, 2023

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The Evolution of Japanese Television Dramas

Japanese television dramas have evolved significantly over seventy years but face international challenges due to shorter seasons, lower budgets, complex rights management, and a focus on domestic markets, limiting their global reach.

May 28, 2023

Japanese Dramas from 2022 Jdrama

Roppongi Class : Japanese Remake of Itaewon Class

Roppongi class is a Japanese drama available on VIKI and Netflix. This Drama may message is about bullying and blackmail. These actions, coming from people who hold power, may change your path. They may also keep you away from...

May 15, 2023

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The Impact of Overtime on Mental Health in Japanese Dramas

Mariko Goto( Yumi Wakatsuki) is 29 years old and dreams of marrying her ideal man by the age of 30. She finds her ideal man in Mitsuo Tomizawa. He works as a section chief at the same company where...

May 7, 2023

Japanese Dramas from 2020 Jdrama

In-House Marriage Honey: A Charming 2020 Japanese Drama

And no! It's not a love boss situationship. In-House Marriage Honey is a 2020 drama. Two people from the same company get married without knowing they work at the same office. They are in different departments. Both suffer from...

March 25, 2023

Japanese drama from 2021 Jdrama

Oh My Boss! Love Not Included: A Workplace Romcom Review

No, there is no Mafia Love story about falling in love with the Boss! Well, it is another story about a young girl moving to the big city of Tokyo! Somehow, it feels different because she is not...

March 15, 2023

Japanese drama from 2021 Jdrama

Why Love’s Phantom Fails to Impress: A Deep Dive

Hello ! Today the Drama is "Love's Phantom" (2021) available on VIKI . Why a phantom? The male protagonist is the manager of the event floor in a fictional Hotel in Japan. He walks inside the hotel but none...

February 25, 2023

Japanese Dramas from 2022 Jdrama

First Love: A Japan Drama Review and Cultural Insights

First Love: Hatsukoi (Netflix / 2022) - Hikari Mitsushima and Satoh takeru

February 14, 2023

Japanese Drama from 2016 Japanese Dramas from 2015 Jdrama

Hibana: Spark – A Non-Romantic Drama About Dreams

This drama is non-romantic yet still inspiring. The main character, Tokunaga, dreams of becoming a top performer in Manzai. Manzai (漫才) is a traditional style of comedy in Japanese culture, comparable to double act or stand-up comedy. Japanese comedy...

January 25, 2023

Japanese Dramas from 2015 Jdrama

From Five to Nine (2015) — Love Between Duty and Desire

Junko and Takane navigate love and ambition amidst societal challenges in Japan.

January 15, 2023

Japanese Drama from 2005 Jdrama

Boys Over Flowers: J-Drama Review & Insights

Available on VIKI All students in a rich school. The protagonist previews how she sees the rich people there. She is the only scholarship student. I can't help but laugh about the images of cars driving. They don't follow...

January 5, 2023

Japanese Dramas from 2022 Jdrama Social issues

Societal Issues in ‘Don’t Call it Mystery’ Drama

This Drama was created for dark humour perhaps, and it doesn't have a love story. However, it is quite interesting! It's quite evident the multi-issue involved in this drama. A Police officer that kills a rich kid for hit-and-run...

December 25, 2022

Japanese Dramas from 2015 Jdrama

Age Harassment (2015) Jdrama review

Per definition, presented in the series, age harassment is when someone, especially men, spend the day back from the new employees who have just left the college on your first job.

December 5, 2022