These are both "inexperienced romance writer/editor//mangaka finds love" dramas. Both short and fluffy and don't take up too much time or brain cells.
College student Suwa Hinata catches a glimpse of Shirosaki Yoriko, his co-worker from a former part-time job and falls immediately in love. Summoning up his courage, he eventually confesses his feelings to her and she responds "...but I'm a fujoshi." Hinata not having the slight clue what "fujoshi" means, immediately responds "That's OK!"
Both drama's tackle issues of the FL not understanding love, and being confused whether the ML's advances are romantically or sexually charged. The FL in both dramas are played by the same actress Morikawa Aoi, and the ML in Kakafukaka is the 2ndML in Bungaku Shojo. They aren't too similar in regards to the type of drama though, Kakafukaka is much more quirky and odd (and has more of a sexual theme), where as Bungaku is more conventional.
For Mamoru Nekoyashiki, a doujinshi artist, the only thing that satisfies his need for approval is to sell his original BL manga at the popular Kabesa section (a section for popular doujinshi circles on the wall side of the venue) and be recognized by readers at the event. But then one day, something happens to him! He meets Kazama Issei, a childhood friend he once had a crush on who is now a popular up-and-coming idol. Their lives in distant worlds should never have crossed paths, but you can't take your eyes off this story of two young men growing up in each other's presence!
Kanoko Tsukishiro is a 26 year old woman who's never been in love. She works in the editorial department. Saku Kagaya is a popular novelist who can not love. Somehow, they end up falling in love with each other.
Kanoko Tsukishiro is a 26 year old woman who's never been in love. She works in the editorial department. Saku Kagaya is a popular novelist who can not love. Somehow, they end up falling in love with each other.
Kanoko Tsukishiro is a 26 year old woman who's never been in love. She works in the editorial department. Saku Kagaya is a popular novelist who can not love. Somehow, they end up falling in love with each other.
Seong Deok Mi, a dedicated art gallery curator, is exceptional at her job but harbors a secret: she is a devoted fangirl of Cha Si An, managing his fansite. This obsession is her private world, hidden from those around her. When Ryan Gold, a former artist turned gallery director, arrives, he uncovers her secret, altering the course of her life.
Kanoko Tsukishiro is a 26 year old woman who's never been in love. She works in the editorial department. Saku Kagaya is a popular novelist who can not love. Somehow, they end up falling in love with each other.
One of the most admired and beloved romance manga writers of her time, Hanai Ao has dedicated her entire life to her work. From sunup to sundown, she pours one hundred percent of herself into what she does and it shows. With countless fans clamoring for her latest work, Hanai is at the top of her game. As one of the best romance writers in the country, you’d think Hanai would be experienced in the world of love, but in reality, she’s never even had a boyfriend. A fact that her editor likes to point out. Frequently.
Completely fed up with the constant nagging of her editor, Hanai decides to take a walk, completely unaware that she looks like she's just survived a typhoon. Completely indifferent to anything but her work, Hanai has never bothered with her appearance. At least not until she catches her reflection in a shop window and has to do a double-take. Feeling inspired to make a change, Hanai walks into a nearby salon, where she’s immediately greeted by Riichi, a charismatic and charming stylist who promises to give her a look she’ll love. Struck by Riichi’s charm, Hanai soon finds herself falling for this man she can’t seem to resist. Lucky for her, the feeling seems to be mutual.
With love in the air, it’s only a matter of time before Hanai finds herself experiencing all the joys of a first love, but her strict work ethic could become a problem. Can a workaholic really keep a steady relationship when she frequently forgets her boyfriend even exists?
Completely fed up with the constant nagging of her editor, Hanai decides to take a walk, completely unaware that she looks like she's just survived a typhoon. Completely indifferent to anything but her work, Hanai has never bothered with her appearance. At least not until she catches her reflection in a shop window and has to do a double-take. Feeling inspired to make a change, Hanai walks into a nearby salon, where she’s immediately greeted by Riichi, a charismatic and charming stylist who promises to give her a look she’ll love. Struck by Riichi’s charm, Hanai soon finds herself falling for this man she can’t seem to resist. Lucky for her, the feeling seems to be mutual.
With love in the air, it’s only a matter of time before Hanai finds herself experiencing all the joys of a first love, but her strict work ethic could become a problem. Can a workaholic really keep a steady relationship when she frequently forgets her boyfriend even exists?
Seong Deok Mi, a dedicated art gallery curator, is exceptional at her job but harbors a secret: she is a devoted fangirl of Cha Si An, managing his fansite. This obsession is her private world, hidden from those around her. When Ryan Gold, a former artist turned gallery director, arrives, he uncovers her secret, altering the course of her life.
- Both MLs are popular novelists/writers
- Both FLs are the editors in charge of the ML
- Both MLs suffer from past heartbreak
- Both MLs are jerks, more prevalent in Bungaku Shojo
- Both FLs are quite "annoyingly upbeat/outspoken"
Note: Between the two, I prefer The Way We Love more. Much more enjoyable and the dynamic between the two leads are cuter (in a bickering type of couple way). The ML is less of a jerk too.
- Both FLs are the editors in charge of the ML
- Both MLs suffer from past heartbreak
- Both MLs are jerks, more prevalent in Bungaku Shojo
- Both FLs are quite "annoyingly upbeat/outspoken"
Note: Between the two, I prefer The Way We Love more. Much more enjoyable and the dynamic between the two leads are cuter (in a bickering type of couple way). The ML is less of a jerk too.
