Japanese LGBT+ Main & Side Characters/Romances

#202

Will watch sometime

Main romance between two FLs.

Link to watch it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfyotHBR_xs 

#203

Will watch sometime

Main romance between two FLs.

Link to Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ea7JHc4UX9I
Link to Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7F8hpBMktM 

#204

Need to rewatch to further analyze rep

Main romance between two FLs.

My thoughts on the movie itself: Really genuine, raw, calming, and hopeful.

I loved how they told the other people's stories and not just the main couple's. It truly felt like I was getting a special look into intimate details from their past experiences and what made them who they are today.

This was a beautiful movie.

Can be found on GagaOOLala

#205

Main romance between two FLs.

My thoughts on the movie itself: It was mundane but not boring. And I liked the overly casual tone it took with everything, as it felt kind of unique. However, many plot points didn't seem to make sense to include or could have been left out entirely without feeling anything was missing.

Not a movie I regret watching, but not one I would necessarily recommend. I mean, if you're starved for Sapphic content, then sure. 

Can be found on free websites

#206

Features a Lesbian FL and a later romance with her and the other main FL.

My thoughts on the movie itself: This was on-the-run Lesbian-manic-pixie-dream girl meets murder. And . . . I kind of liked it?

Are many lines and themes able to be pinpointed as having been included for/due to the male gaze? Absolutely (now I will argue with some as having been due to the character herself viewing the world/her sexuality/relationship/herself that way). But, as a whole, I found this experience crazy yet raw and real. The movie simply says, "Here." It doesn't tell you how you have to feel about it. I liked that they didn't try to glamorize the two girls' relationship, whether in the past or present, they not only miscommunicate but also manipulate and hurt each other. I will say, if you've never loved someone so much you'd be willing to drop everything in your life the moment they call or text you, or had someone you keep giving second chances to, I'm not sure you'll quite be able to give this a fair chance.

All in all, you might hate me for saying this, but I'd actually . . . Kind of . . . Recommend it.

Can be found on Netflix 

#207

Features a Bisexual FL, Hasegawa Miki. 

So, Miki. While I ended up disliking Miki later on, I did like the way her sexuality was handled. Her family seemed very open so a coming out was never needed, the implication was that it didn't really matter who she liked (in fact the only one who ever asked her a question about it was her brother, Kaoru, but the answer didn't even seem to matter to him). Even during the girl she was interested in's big speech, there was never a shot of her parents being horrified, nor was there a confrontation scene. Life just went on.

My thoughts on the movie itself: It's very slice-of-life for the majority of the film. That was when I liked it the most. I loved how it focused on this one out-there but wonderful family (the way the mother explained sex. Lol) and just told the story of their lives throughout the years with all the minor and major events included, all told through Kaoru's perspective. The last 3rd or so does get rather twisted at a few points when Miki is involved, however, and some parts of the story felt unexplained. I felt like a few problems related to her didn't get addressed like they should have for just how messed up they were. That being said, I did enjoy the movie, for the most part.

I would give it an 8/10 because of the criticisms I mentioned above, but because of the 2/3 of the film that was great, I'm giving it a higher rating.

Can be found on free websites

#208

A reality TV Show that features a Transgender woman among its participants. She was the best part of watching this outrageous and often offensive show. And, get this: She ends up being part of one of only two couples that resulted from this "experiment." 

Seeing her find a guy who loved her as she was was truly heart-warming. She was also just such a genuinely sweet person, so it was easy to root for her. Like, basically everyone else (including the hosts) was an asshole.

Can be found on Netflix

#209

Will add more info soon

A reality TV show documentary featuring Queer couples.

Platform not known

#210

A reality dating show featuring Queer men.

The short version of my thoughts on this show: The Boyfriend was an emotional journey that was not just focused on finding love but on friendship and personal growth. I felt honored and overjoyed to see each man find new courage, realization, motivation, and/or peace in their life.

This Queer reality dating show marks a monumental step forward for Japan, finally following in Korea's footsteps with their successful "His Man."

All in all, I was quite delighted with The Boyfriend, regardless of production choices. I sincerely hope there is a second season.

Link to my review (the character limit couldn't handle me): https://kisskh.at/profile/8835865/reviews/379071

Can be found on Netflix

#211

Features a likely Bisexual ML.

The mixed reviews have me a bit anxious. But I know I will need to see it for myself. Safe to say that I will get to this. At that time, I will update this accordingly.

Can be found on free websites

#212

Features an Intersex FL (per the tags), Hoshino Haru.

You know I will most definitely be watching this. I have to! At that time, I will update this accordingly.

Can be found on free websites

#216

Will add info soon

Reportedly features a Bisexual Supporting Character as well as an Aromantic Supporting Character.

Easy access and the possibility of some rare Aro rep? Of course, I'll watch it! At that time, I will update this accordingly.

Can be found on Rakuten Viki or Netflix

#217

Will research and add info

Has an ambiguous LGBTQ+ tag. I guess I'll need to watch this to find out who may or may not be Queer!

Can be found on Rakuten Viki

#220

Coming January 13th

A reality dating show featuring Queer men.

Can be found on Netflix

#228

Hasn't released yet

Main romance between two MLs.

Will be found on Netflix

#229

Hasn't released yet (for international audiences)

Main romance between two MLs.

This will be a really *interesting* one.

Platform/Subber not known yet

#233

On-Hold {will have to wait for it to be subbed for free or pay for it (with no eng subs)}

Main romance between two MLs.

Link to YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@ShochikuOfficial

#234

Main romance between two MLs.

EP 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INP86oVaICs

EP 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19OIRDJCKWo

EP 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K79DTP89hIo

For the life of me, I cannot find the final fourth episode with Eng Subs anywhere!