Green_Goblin

Something I noticed is that Japan does the found family trope REALLY well. Just a couple of folks who've found their peace in other people, it's my favorite thing to watch after a long day (or year lol). I think you'd enjoy "Close-Knit" or "Papa and Daddy" if you haven't already watched them.

It broke my heart to see how Kana-chan was affected by her parent's divorce, even though it was the best choice for the couple. This 3 hour series covers a lot of important topics that are quite hard to explain, I hope everyone watches this at least once. I loved it.

lol they did a similar thing in "What did you eat yesterday?" Honestly as a Korean, I'm a little concerned when Japanese people eat kimchi with cheese, but Imma just let it slide because I'm always an ally for the gays. lmao

My bad, it was Thai!

There's a movie on YT called "Fathers," I believe it was also Taiwanese but I'm not sure. I think you'll enjoy it.

Feels like a documentary more than a drama. Very realistic and heartwarming. Hope more Asian countries will following in Taiwan's footsteps so that everyone can live their truth <3

Same! I felt like I was Nagisa stealing glances on Shun-kun, kinda nervous and excited, as well as confused and scared. But now we know that Nagisa was gay this whole time. I'm glad they reconciled but the ending was very anticlimactic.

Miss ma'am what is your pfp from? omg

So it took 3 generations to finally be freed from society's and family's expectations huh? I wonder if Tsuyako would've chose differently if it weren't for her children. Also, shoutout to her husband for being an ally and a supporter.

The story was beautiful and I loved the scenery plus the meaning behind the plot but goddammit the kiss was so mechanical. I had to fight myself to keep my eyes on the screen. So mechanical and felt off. Why did Sakurai close his eyes first and just turn his head like that? I don't get it.

THANK YOU! Also, I love what Japan is doing right now with their BLs. Maybe not even just atm, but seeing someone change (for the better) and truly come out of their shell is such a wonderful thing. I think everyone deserves a Kai, or even just something to live for. Could be in the form of a pet, a hobby, a job, a lover... I hate that there are comments bashing this series, maybe JBL isn't for them lol.

That's kinda rude to say. Anyone can "project" whatever they wish onto FICTIONAL characters. That's the whole point of art...?Also, Hirokuni wasn't intentionally coming home late, he was stuck at work because he works at a black company... That's a very important part of his character. The fact that he's stuck at a miserable job because he's too afraid to quit. Not all relationships have to be feely-touchy to be considered "in love." Plus, I think the kiss scene was quite fitting for their relationship. Kai has confessed but he's hiding behind a joking aura, and Hiro likes Kai's company but isn't sure if he wants to be romantically involved with him. It would be out of character for them to suddenly have a strong sexual moment where they're groping and riding eachother. Y'all talking about the "dead fish" kiss are delusion, and that's a hill I'm willing to die on.

Lowkey I was expecting the store owner to sell or give Kai his shop, so the legacy could continue. Maybe I was misinterpreting their relationship? They seemed very father-son to me but that phone call in episode 5 was COLD. Wishing for good thing to happen to Kai in episode 6, rent in Tokyo (or whichever inner city the drama is based on) ain't cheap!

And I love his hair! It reminds me of the ML from "Sing In Love" but in a good way. Healing from that drama year later haha

Ofc there's a manga. I'm starting to realize that I should be doing, manga then drama for all of my shows haha. Feels like I'm prepping for 9th grade Language Arts but I'm not complaining. I love the extra dimension it gives, watching knowing all the background info.

do you have recommendations for other bl or queer mangas? I'm reading "She love to cook and she loved to eat" at the moment!

Almost coming to an end. Also I LOVE that they just spoiled the whole ending for episode 6 in the end hahah. Happy to know that there will be no tears :')

SO refreshing that they don't treat "lesbian" as a bad word. didn't happen in S1 and isn't happening here in S2. I've never been to Japan so idk if it's a cultural thing but it's very refreshing to watch. Could someone fill me in on this?

not me crying while I watch because I relate so much to Kai

the way I CRIEDD when I found out this series was getting second season. thank you random redditor <3

Lol, that's fair. Though is it strange that I prefer these kinds of dramas? I'm enraged that we still have to deal with homophobia in 2024, but watching fictional characters live through their respective homophobic societies and backgrounds feels relatable and kinda comforting?