Kururi: Dare ga Watashi to Koi wo Shita? (2024)

A Spring-Colored Mystery of Love, Amnesia & Self-Discovery

So, I binged Kururi: Dare ga Watashi to Koi wo Shita? and honestly? What a ride. Think pastel flowers, sunshine vibes, and an identity crisis wrapped up in a sparkly bow of romance and mystery. It’s like your favorite cup of sakura latte—with a splash of “Wait, who am I dating again?”

We’ve got our leading lady, Ogata Makoto, who wakes up with zero memories, a man’s ring in her bag, and three men orbiting around her like confused but charming satellites. There's Kotaro the florist ex (calm, plant dad vibes), Asahi the co-worker buddy (dependable, might cry if you call him “just a friend”), and Ritsu, the younger “fell-for-you-at-first-sight” wild card who screams chaos but actually has feelings (and secrets!).

Plot twist? She was dating Ritsu before the accident, but he hits reset like it’s a Nintendo game. Meanwhile, Makoto’s over here not only trying to figure out who her mystery fiancé is—but also who she is now. Cue personal growth, glittery self-discovery, and a wardrobe transformation from “office drone” to “happy jewelry elf.”

And speaking of transformations, can we TALK about Kae?! Best neighbor ever. Manga artist turned café goddess, her latte art alone deserves its own drama. She supports Makoto like a queen, brings genuine friendship to the table, and makes you want to move in next door.

Let’s not forget the rest of the cast: Anri the jewelry whisperer, Hayase (who lowkey stole a few hearts), and little Mio, the cutest child to ever exist in a drama—period.

As for the love triangle...square? Pentagon? Anyway, it was surprisingly wholesome. Each guy brought something unique to the table. No one was villainized (even when Ritsu had suspicious stalker energy for a hot second), and Kotaro winning the “endgame” badge felt earned. Mature, respectful, and flower-powered—he’s the safe space Makoto didn’t know she needed.

Bonus points for the bromance that bloomed between Asahi and Ritsu. From rivals to trauma buddies—now that’s character development!

In the end, Kururi wasn’t just about finding a man—it was about finding yourself, discovering new dreams, and saying yes to the “useless” things that actually bring you joy. Who knew amnesia could be this healing?

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A lovely journey of self-discovery and not a cheesy rom-com (don't trust the ugly poster).

I would never have watched “Kururi 〜Who’s in Love with me〜” if not for my trusted friend’s recommendation, because 1) I am not a super big fan of amnesia, and 2) look at the ugly dated poster! LOL

However, to my very pleasant surprise, the amnesia was done really well and the three men are lovely in their own way. Looking at the drama’s poster, you might have thought this is a cheesy romantic comedy about the guys. Actually, this drama focuses more on the female lead, Ogata’s journey of rediscovering her old self, accepting who she is right now, and balancing the old and the new her.

We follow Ogata’s journey and find out who she was through her monochrome wardrobe, minimalistic apartment, testimonials of those who know her (co-workers and supposedly friends). Ogata was perplexed why she lived such an understated life when the Ogata with amnesia is full of personality and colors. Along the way, she discovered her real passion in life and is able to use her amnesia to jump start a new life.

On top of that, she found a mysterious ring in her possession and was trying to find the owner. She discovered she had this ring specially made for someone she loves, but who is this guy? No one has come forward to claim it or contacted her after her accident that he is her man. Instead, 3 other guys show who have shown an interest in her - the self-proclaimed ex-boyfriend, the self-proclaimed best friend from work and the self-proclaimed love-at-first-sight loverboy. But, are they who they said they are? Who is Ogata going to end up with? Or is she not going to end up with any of these three guys? You will have to watch to find out! I was happy I got the ending I wanted, but it took a while. I do think the drama can benefit from cutting 1 episode.

The cinematography is beautiful and I love the use of flowers. That little flower shop is my favorite place for a variety of reasons. The drama is able to slowly integrate flowers and colors into Ogata’s journey without force feeding you. The supporting cast is small but lovely. Aside from the 3 men, Mio, the little girl, is adorable and always has words of wisdom for Ogata. Kae is the best neighbor and supportive friend you could have when you have amnesia. Anri is a great mentor at work and in life, and Rui adds to the handsomeness in the drama. The older couple adds to the sweetness and sadness to amnesia and offers Ogata another perspective for those we were left behind.

I would recommend “Kururi〜Who’s in Love with me〜” for you if you are interested in the amnesia trope and how it affects the person and those around them. Actually, I think instead of asking who is in love with Ogata, the question should be, who is SHE in love with. This drama does not have over-the-top acting or an innocent and submissive female lead. Ogata is lovely and I am happy to cheer her on throughout her journey.


Completed: 9/1/2025 Review #619

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