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I get it why people says it's toxic. One is very controlling, while the other just obey. But they just seems made for each other.it's really "crazy who don't communicate x loser who don't communicate". And I'm here for that.
The characters are grey and really care for each other.
Maybe I'm wrong but Segasaki seems really autistic coded?? Don't talk much, don't understand a few social situations and if I can say it but loving to have clear rules about their house.
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Entertaining yet meaningful series with characters that you don’t often see.
This series was such a fun watch but also had depth to it. I have my qualms about the main characters but it was refreshing to see them having qualities I haven't seen often in BL. Their dynamic was complicated and although I don't necessaryily agree with some of their actions, I think the storytelling was beautiful and the progression of their romance was compelling. I would definitely recommend if you don't mind stories that have flawed characters that try to eventually become better versions of themselves. I thought the MLs had really good chemistry and the side characters were also interesting :)Was this review helpful to you?
Elements of power dynamics and dependency
Japanese BL series have a knack for venturing into uncharted territories when it comes to plotlines, and "Taikan Yoho" is no exception. The series presents a unique array of characters, albeit not entirely fleshed out, allowing viewers to gain a sense of their backgrounds. From the very first episode, it plunges into the heart of the main storyline, gradually peeling back the layers of our two central characters.The narrative revolves around Mizuki, a renowned and attractive weatherman, who shares his apartment with Yoh, an up-and-coming manga artist. Their peculiar connection is defined by a verbal contract, obligating Yoh to obey Mizuki's every command. As the story unfolds, we delve deeper into their relationship, largely through Yoh's introspective monologues and Mizuki's enigmatic backstory. While the initial premise appears distinct, the series eventually treads the familiar ground of miscommunication, misunderstandings, jealousy, and an ambiguous romantic relationship between the protagonists. Predictably, a supportive friend enters the scene to resolve the conflicts.
The series boasts a promising start. It effectively plants the seed of uncertainty regarding Mizuki's true feelings for Yoh. Is it genuine love, or merely a means to fulfill his desires? This lingering doubt could have been an excellent foundation if fully explored. Unfortunately, the plot at times trivializes significant issues, using them as instruments to convey one character's feelings for the other. Themes such as consent, depression, and abuse are woven within romantic contexts, which might give viewers pause and detract from their overall viewing experience.
The actors, Kouhei and Atsuki, perform commendably, given the characters they are tasked with. Mizuki emerges as an enigmatic figure with clear dependency issues, while Yoh embodies a simple, solitary individual who follows Mizuki's whims without protest. A deeper exploration of Yoh's backstory and more comprehensive character development for Mizuki would have been welcomed.
In conclusion, this suffers from shortcomings in character development and the reliance on conventional BL tropes. However, it is worth a watch for the actors' performances and an outstanding original soundtrack that accompanies the series.
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Silent & toxic
And another amazing butterflies inducing and very toxic and unhealthy BL is over. And I want more...This is a story of two men deeply in love with each other but who never ever talk to each other. Lack of communication leads to misunderstandings and a kind of very toxic master/slave relationship they both seem to be addicted to.
Usually this trope, lack of communication, is something I find really annoying but here I just accepted it since the whole story is based upon that. It brought forward another kind of love story which never got a solution in the end. They admit that they do not speak to each other about anything important, accept the status quo but made sure to show in a non verbal way that they have a strong attachment to each other which is as solid as a diamond and never to be broken. Those silences, those looks gave me butterflies.
Beside the main couple there were barely any other characters worth mentioning except for Yoh's friend and fellow mangaka who watches their relationship from outside and sees more than either of the other two!
The whole drama has very little dialogue but a lot of voiceover which explains the feelings, the situations, the relationships. The acting is excellent but I found Higuchi Kouhei, the actor playing Mizuki, too thin in spite of the abs. And since he wore oversized clothes outside work, he had added fragility so much so I thought he was going to break! Excellent costume designer.
Japan is taking the lead now for the complex and intriguing BL stories : which one is the next? I cannot wait!
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The best
I want everyone to watch this masterpiece, the chemistry between them is so amazing, the story is new and different, the characters and the acting are 10/10 like idk what to say more otherwise it’s so amazing to rewatch this after it’s finished..this series will be my first recommendation for people..everything is just different like personally im attracted to it and attached to them they are really perfect together that I will argue with anyone who hates this show i font usually rate any series a full rate but this one i just couldn’t stop myself from rating it a full one..i dont know what else to say except that its a MUST watch seriesWas this review helpful to you?
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How am I supposed to go on with my life now?
This series has been a huge surprise for me.It started with a bang, keeping me glued to the screen and eager to watch the next episode every week.
The characters are interesting (maybe a tad bit toxic... yes, I'm talking about Segasaki), and even though it is not the most sexy BL I've ever watched (the manga is way hotter/explicit), it was still great to watch.
Both main characters are just handsome af. There's no other way to describe them, they are just aesthetically super pleasing in their own way.
If I have to find faults, I must say that the misunderstandings between the 2 are a bit odd at times, but still have sense, and after episode 6 the story took a slower pace. I expected much more from the last episode, but, again, I'm satisfied with it and I highly recommend the series. I wish there was a little more time to explore better their relationship, and maybe have more steamy scenes in some points (like the manga), but given they are also at their first experience with BL... they did great!
In the manga there was a lot more sex and smutty scenes, there were a lot more discussions and the development of their relationship was a bit more clear: This was absent in the drama.
Even though some things were "not said" but clear between the couple, communication between the 2 was not their forte, and I wished that the director took more time to develop their story and explain how they arrive at this point - I mean, it seems almost like nothing happened from the time at school and the present time.
Other than that, I enjoyed the show due to the mysterious aura of it all and the great visuals. (But after episode 6 I was a bit disappointed, cannot deny it).
I cannot emphasize it more, but I think the actor who plays Yoh (Mashiko Atsuki) is incredibly cute, and from some angles he resembles WayV's YangYang. While Higuchi Kouhei, with his super defined features, is like a statue.
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Beautiful japan bl
As usual, japan never disappoint when it comes to its bl, good story feel good. I am waiting for their character development. When it comes to japan they make story based on a believe or stories no one ever touch and a blend of Japanese culture and i heard its a adaption. Waiting for the emotions to grow. I really don't know what to write but they are saying it should be atleast 500 words. So hello everyone hai hope all is fine from a bl friend..As usual, japan never disappoint when it comes to its bl, good story feel good. I am waiting for their character development. When it comes to japan they make story based on a believe or stories no one ever touch and a blend of Japanese culture and i heard its a adaption. Waiting for the emotions to grow. I really don't know what to write but they are saying it should be atleast 500 words. So hello everyone hai hope all is fine from a bl friend.........Was this review helpful to you?
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Groundbreaking
This is a sensitive exploration of DOM/SUB relationships with some hints of BD. It focuses on the core motivations of participants without resorting to the more sensationalist aspects. The couple are starting their first relationship seemingly unaware of their own interests, and discovering these aspects of their own identity as the series unfolds. As the series wraps up, you can see the beginnings of self-awareness in both of them. (Awareness of what each one actually wants from the other).If we are generally observant, during our first relationships we become more self aware, more aware of what we like and don't like, of our weaknesses and strengths and what we find interesting, stimulating and erotic.
While most of us would not want a relationship like the one shown, it reminds us that each of us are unique and should develop a solid understand of our needs and our partners.
The BL genre relies on some combination of lack of communication and miscommunication. And, there is rarely anything "realistic" about BL. Some will hate this series because they won't be able to see themselves in it. Maybe watching will cause us to ponder what specific psychological needs we have in our relationships that maybe aren't exactly "normal"? Given the number of categories / tags for porn and various highly specific dating groups on Facebook, I don't think it is reasonable to dismiss the series because of a "toxic" relationship and toss it in the rubbish heap.
I thought it was brilliant, though occasionally difficult to watch. [Much easier for me to watch than the violence-oriented BLs such as KinnPorsche]
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an extremely biased review (segasaki got me hooked guys)
I have re-watched this every year since it released. key tags: living together, uke indebted to semeStory 10/10: Okay listen, the story isn't anything revolutionary, but I LOVE it to pieces. At the beginning, we get attached to Yoh, who is dealing with his own inferiority complex, his confusion about his relationship w/ Segasaki, his career growth, etc. and we learn to love him, his ditziness and all. As the story progresses, we start to learn more from Segasaki's perspective, and this is where it really becomes a LOVE story. Segasaki doesn't have much conflict/storyline other than his relationship with Yoh, and it's really wonderful to watch it unfold. Especially at the climax of the story, it's so impactful because FINALLY Segasaki is so raw and honest with his feelings even though from the beginning it felt like we barely knew him. ya'll I can gush about this fucking story for forever, please watch this drama.
Acting/Cast/Chemistry 10/10: i love love love these two characters. Segasaki and Yoh are the heart of the story, and they each really hold their own. Segasaki has this sort of sadistic mischievousness to him while Yoh is more gentle and heartwarming. Segasaki is also so hot yall i don't know what else you want me to say about that and Yoh is beautiful. they're definitely both quite skinny (as is common with BL actors), but if that doesn't bother you then enjoy.
Music 9/10: Sometimes JBL's can over-do it with the background music, but they didn't do that at all here. They also aren't afraid to have no music at all which THANK GOD, it really gives the climatic/serious scenes the tone that they need.
Rewatch Value 10/10: I have watched this BL probably eight times. It's just great. It's not too long, can binge it in a day, whenever I'm in a slump and kinda bored of the BL's that are out, I always go back to this.
Overall 10/10: In my top three BL of all time. Ticks every one of MY boxes, but I can see why it may not for other's. I really, really highly recommend this show.
**Spice Meter 6/10: Don't get your hopes up people this isn't on the same level as kinnporsche lol, BUT, for the scenes that are included, I think they do an incredible job. I don't know what it is but this drama has me burning up fanning my face and pausing to take a break more than any other show! For some reason, their scenes feel SO intimate and they're a lot more charged with a kind of dominance from Segasaki's side, and that really does it for me. Kind of like a tame version of power-play. If that's your cup of tea, you will like this show.
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Burning Hot Chemistry And Ultimate Possessive Romance!
My Personal Weatherman (2023) is a spectacular, high-budget, and intensely gripping Japanese BL drama that sets a whole new standard for the genre. It delivers a mature, passionate, and highly addictive story driven by unspoken emotions, intense power dynamics, and elite chemistry.Story & Pacing (10/10):The plot is an absolute masterpiece of tension and psychological dependency. It follows a popular, handsome weather forecaster and a struggling manga artist who live under a strict contract where one provides food and housing in exchange for total domestic compliance. What makes this story so supreme is that it completely avoids boring, typical clichés. Instead, it builds up a thick, electric atmosphere where both leads are deeply in love but completely text-book terrible at communicating. The pacing is fast, thrilling, and satisfying through every single episode.Acting & Cast (10/10):Higuchi Kouhei and Mashiko Atsuki delivered absolute career-defining, powerhouse performances. Their on-screen chemistry is legendary and burning hot. Higuchi Kouhei is pure perfection as Segasaki—embodying a cold, dominant, and fiercely possessive alpha male lead whose protective instincts and utter obsession with the heroine-type lead will completely steal your heart. Mashiko Atsuki is brilliant as Yoh, bringing the perfect mix of pride, shyness, and frantic overthinking to his role.Overall:This show is a mandatory 10/10 watch for every single BL enthusiast looking for a high-quality, mature, and visually perfect romance built on magnetic tension and ultimate devotion. Driven by an elite main duo and beautiful production value, it offers massive rewatch value. Highly recommended!Was this review helpful to you?
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Such a shame...
Quite sometime heard about this drama. After watching I feel like sometimes I really don't understand Japan taste...Story about 2 man, Tanada Yoh & Segasaki Mizuki. Two man living together, not because they have relationship, but more of a contract. Yoh cooks and cleans & Segasaki provided food & shelter. In addition Yoh must "obey everything that Segasaki says". What will comes from such a contract?
That's pretty much about the drama. Now as usual what I like and don't like.
What I like:
+ The good story telling. They made us, who watch, understand about Segasaki & Yoh feeling for each other.
+ The 2nd couple. Manju & her husband. They're good couple & good friends.
Now what I don't like:
> I agree the most with what SapphireQ wrote. It feel we walk at the same place from the 1st ep till the last, nothing change.
> Even though they made us understanding about the couple, but they don't made the couple understand each other.
> So, from the first ep till the last, Yoh & Segasaki, had communication problem. They're 2 introvert individual who don't talk about their own feeling with each other
> Such a shame, cause when Yoh had problem with his job & he almost open up to Segasaki, it's all just voice in the heart & not word comes out of his mouth. I really wish this is the time their relationship will take a drastic turn, but now I must shallow my disappointment instead.
Overall this just another drama in my list. Such a shame, they have great story telling, but not so much with the implementation.
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This show was weird…
I dunno what to even say about this BL…I started out pretty okay I liked the first 3/4 episodes then it started getting weird with the stalking, possessive and toxic relationship.
I wanted it to end so different I really disliked the ending, nothing happened not a lot changed..
I wanted them to become a sweet and happier couple after they understood each other better yet it never happened… I feel so weird about it after seeing the last episode…..
there was a few nice and sweet screen and a few ‘hot’ scenes but it wasn’t enough to make me love this drama… I get that japanese BL’s are a different breed as seen many but this was rather odd if i’m being honest.
I wanted to like it so bad but episode 8 was really weird and not good enough to be the ending it felt empty and uneventful.
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