Favorite Dramas
Deka Wanko will always be number 1.
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1. Deka Wanko
Japanese Drama - 2011, 10 episodes
She has the sense of smell of a dog, she wears alternative Japanese fashion, and she's a police officer. It's as silly as it sounds, and it's as fun as it sounds.
I would almost give my left kidney to find this drama again.
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2. The Full-Time Wife Escapist
Japanese Drama - 2016, 11 episodes
This is my current favorite romance/rom-com drama. The romance hits all of my sweet spots, and the leads are infinitely likable and relatable.
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3. The Full-Time Wife Escapist: New Year's Special
Japanese Drama - 2021, 1 episode
Very satisfying update on the lives of all of our beloved characters. I don't dislike a single thing about this special.
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4. High School King of Savvy
Korean Drama - 2014, 17 episodes
If the male lead were played by someone actually around high school age, I wouldn't have been able to watch this. But Seo In Guk kills his performance here, and I'm an outlier who loves the female lead, so I can't help myself. I like the romance.
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5. When the Camellia Blooms
Korean Drama - 2019, 40 episodes
One of my favorite female leads, a very swoony romance, a flawed mystery that still really pulls you in and keeps you on it's toes, and story themes that will punch you in the gut. I've watched this several times at this point and will watch it many more.
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6. Shizuka-chan to Papa
Japanese Drama - 2022, 8 episodes
Joyous, heartfelt, a little bittersweet. It was worth every moment.
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7. Hello, My Twenties!
Korean Drama - 2016, 12 episodes
This drama, and the second season, have one of my favorite fictional female friend groups of all time. I love every character and every plotline.
But it still kills me that we won't ever get to see Ji Won and Seong Min actually get together and that there will never be a third season.
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8. Hello, My Twenties! Season 2
Korean Drama - 2017, 14 episodes
See above. ^
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9. Overprotected Kahoko
Japanese Drama - 2017, 10 episodes
I love this atypical female lead and her journey to independence. It's charming, endearing, and hilarious.
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10. Our Sister's Soulmate
Japanese Drama - 2020, 9 episodes
This is such a comforting drama. Definitely fits the 'healing' label I see all over dramadom these days.
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11. Pretty Proofreader
Japanese Drama - 2016, 10 episodes
I want to be Etsuko when I grow up.
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12. Jimi ni Sugoi! DX Koetsu Garu Kono Etsuko
Japanese Special - 2017, 1 episode
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13. A Little Thing Called First Love
Chinese Drama - 2019, 36 episodes
This drama is so incredibly charming and sweet and like a soft, warm hug. I can't say enough good things about it.
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14. The Secret Life of My Secretary
Korean Drama - 2019, 32 episodes
Cotton candy fluff that packs an emotional wallop. Also, Kim Young Kwang is the cutest human personification of a puppy I've ever seen. (Well, maybe after Seo In Guk, lol.)
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15. Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
He falls first, and it always makes my heart flutter.
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16. You Are My Destiny
Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes
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17. Ho Goo's Love
Korean Drama - 2015, 16 episodes
The way the writers played with their timeline to create a layered and emotionally resonant romance was astounding. The secondary couple was really frustrating, but the main couple are absolutely wonderful and make the entire drama worth it.
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18. My ID Is Gangnam Beauty
Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes
I'm so impressed with the writing for this drama. I love the story, the female lead, the male lead (despite Cha Eun Woo's acting ability), the exploration of beauty standards, the exploration of female interpersonal relationships. I love everything.
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19. Marry Me!
Japanese Drama - 2020, 10 episodes
One of the softest, sweetest romances you'll ever find.
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20. I'm Your Destiny
Japanese Drama - 2017, 10 episodes
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21. Wakako Zake
Japanese Drama - 2015, 12 episodes
Relaxing and charming with a fantastic female lead. And it will definitely make you hungry, lol.
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22. Wakako Zake Season 2
Japanese Drama - 2016, 12 episodes
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23. Legally Romance
Chinese Drama - 2022, 33 episodes
10 out of 10, would go back in time via a dream-world to watch again.
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24. A Thousand Goodnights
Taiwanese Drama - 2019, 20 episodes
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25. Radiant Office
Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes
The storytelling is flawed, but the characters are full of charm and heart.
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26. Stepmom and Daughter Blues
Japanese Drama - 2018, 10 episodes
This is such an odd viewing experience. I was constantly asking myself 'What is this story?' But I couldn't help but fall in love with it, lol.
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27. Gibo to Musume no Blues 2020-nen Kinga Shinnen Special
Japanese Special - 2020, 1 episode
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28. Gibo to Musume no Blues 2022-nen Kinga Shinnen Special
Japanese Special - 2022, 1 episode
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29. Gibo to Musume no Blues Final 2024-nen Kinga Shinnen Special
Japanese Special - 2024, 1 episode
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30. Queen of the Ring
Korean Drama - 2017, 21 episodes
This may eventually leave the list, but the intense way I loved this special when I first watched it is still there in my heart even after a rewatch. It must be the Kim Seul Gi affect, lol.
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31. Splash Splash Love
Korean Drama - 2015, 2 episodes
I mean, who didn't (doesn't) love this mini-drama? A crazy person, obviously.
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32. Princess Jellyfish
Japanese Drama - 2018, 10 episodes
This story has my heart and soul. It's so damn quirky, and I LOVE IT!
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33. Love's in Sight!
Japanese Drama - 2021, 10 episodes
The leads are effortlessly charming and adorable together. The story isn't perfect, but it's definitely worth watching.
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34. Yankee-kun to Megane-chan
Japanese Drama - 2010, 10 episodes
This drama is so fun! It's excellently plotted and paced, has great comedy, and is surprisingly heartfelt with its themes. The romance is never fully realized, but that's also an intentional part of the storytelling, and it works well. 10 out of 10.
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35. Extraordinary Attorney Woo
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes


































