On another note JCW very honestly & openly critizing a PD & Writer in interviews was FANTASTIC and made me really…
I was excited for Luca but I haven't really liked some of the works of the PD and writer so ehh. I do wish that he would take a chance on something different too. But I also do think BR is different from his works, at least his character is.
Too many funny comments here lol, I'm done with the age gap thing, they changed character ages to 22-29 for your…
This! They're forgetting that before he was an action star, he did Empress Ki (his best role IMHO). And I love that he takes chances. This role looks different from his previous because he's playing this cute, but physically weak character. It looks fluffy and a nice break from the serious stuff he does.
I enjoyed this drama as well for a sake of my dear Satoh Takeru because I am a huge fan.There are few things which…
I don't much about Japanese culture but they are very very respective. So bowing is very common. Between couples? I'm not sure. It could be b/c she still thinks him as the sensei who showed her the way in life, e.g. her goal.
When they stood next to each other they looked cute, but not in a romantic way. I thought it could because of the age gap too, but realized it was mostly due to the fact that she acted and looked like a teenager. It was cute in the beginning but then :/ A lot of Japanese actresses look really young, so I'm used to that. But what makes them look mature or suit the character is the styling.
And I loved Takeru with Nagano! Though more so with Haru Kuroki and Tao Tsuchiya :p
I enjoyed the acting from everyone, plot wise nothing new. Mone/Sakura was good but at times her "cutesy" acting was annoying and loud. (It was nice to see Sakura's growth) I liked seeing Takeru in a romcom and tsundere since he doesn't do roles like this. The way he stared at her sometimes was downright intimidating to watch lol.
The chemistry was great. Was it romantic? I don't know; most of the time they gave off a friends/mentorship type of vibe. It's not just because of the fact that Sakura was younger, but the fact that she acted younger (but that's the characterization at fault).
And usually I really enjoy the older women-younger man plot but no so much in this one. I wished they focused more on Kisugi and Sakai.
I watched this because I'm a fan of Takeru. And if this is your introduction or reintroduction to him, and you're looking forward to watch his other stuff, you won't be disappointed. For another romance from him, go watch The Liar and His Lover.
Overall, it was a cute, fun drama. If you're in the mood for that, you'll enjoy it. It's stress free, which TBH, is what everyone needs right now.
P.S. I'm in the minority, but no second season please.
I wonder if Sato Takeru is okay... he seems so skinnier and unhealthier than a few years ago. It's like he got…
I think it's because he shot 2 Rurouni Kenshin movies back to back and he's been doing a lot of other action films too. Didn't he say something about wanting to take a break from action because it's tiring or something?
I thought he looked fine throughout the whole drama. But yeah, in the last episode it seems like he lost a lot of weight (though TBH he has mostly been on the lighter side). I hope he's okay and just under the weather.
Along with dramas like Tonbi, Tenno, Bitter Blood, I hope he does more romance. Sweet, sad, angst, sexy, mysterious, intense; whatever the sub category of romance is, I'll take it.
I put a lot of Sato Takeru stuff on my PTW but I'm not having that much time to watch so can you guys help me…
If you're looking for a rom-com, this is the only one he's done. But if not, then:
The Liar and His Lover!! Tenno no Ryoriban!! Kamen Rider: DEN O (don't know if you'd be interested in this type of show lol but he plays more than 3+ characters) Bitter Blood (33% adorable lost puppy, 33% serious cop/sexy, 33% running) Bakuman If Cats Disappeared From the World Hanbun Aoi (150 episodes, 15 minutes each; I haven't finished it yet though) Tonbi The 8 Year Engagement
Oh and if you're interested in seeing him play a villain then Inuyashiki.
TBH, a lot of his stuff is good. But these are my favorites (for the month at least lol).
Feel like I need to add my own two bit opinion on our Tendo sensei.
He really is that good looking that I am finding it difficult to look at the screen. And I need to since my understanding of Japanese is so-so. So if he would stop, I would appreciate it.
I'm pretty sure my cheeks heat up and the family is thinking I am watching something inappropriate lol.
FYI, blitzfansub usually has the episode up by Wednesday. And @mfsubs is also subbing the drama and she usually has it up on the weekend. KA and DC don't sub the dramas, they get it from subbers. So if you can, watch from the original source.
As in drama, Tendo was oblivious. I am afraid it would lead for biggest dissapointment for Sakura since she starts…
Lack of communication is an extremely common drama trope. Considering how many dramas I watch, I'm used to it lol. But I do drop some dramas because of it. I really love Tendo and Sakura so it's bothering me that much this time around.
As in drama, Tendo was oblivious. I am afraid it would lead for biggest dissapointment for Sakura since she starts…
Besides not being affectionate towards Saukra what has he done? The twin is the one who confessed to him; not once did I see him look at the sister in a loving manner. And while I do think he should tell Sakura he loves her, it's not easy for him.
And if Sakura is going to feel insecure because Minori's twin and Tendo make a good team professionally, tbh, there's nothing I can say for that.
You mean the promise he made in the ambulance scene? I don't think he's the type of character to start a relationship just because he felt like he owed her.
Sakura doesn't know Tendo likes her, but we do. We saw him kiss her and we saw him get flustered when he thought they had to share the same bed. And when he pretended to fall asleep so she doesn't feel pressured? That's love and respect. Should he show her affection when she's awake? Yes. But as I said, it's difficult for some people to show affection.
When they stood next to each other they looked cute, but not in a romantic way. I thought it could because of the age gap too, but realized it was mostly due to the fact that she acted and looked like a teenager. It was cute in the beginning but then :/ A lot of Japanese actresses look really young, so I'm used to that. But what makes them look mature or suit the character is the styling.
And I loved Takeru with Nagano! Though more so with Haru Kuroki and Tao Tsuchiya :p
The chemistry was great. Was it romantic? I don't know; most of the time they gave off a friends/mentorship type of vibe. It's not just because of the fact that Sakura was younger, but the fact that she acted younger (but that's the characterization at fault).
And usually I really enjoy the older women-younger man plot but no so much in this one. I wished they focused more on Kisugi and Sakai.
I watched this because I'm a fan of Takeru. And if this is your introduction or reintroduction to him, and you're looking forward to watch his other stuff, you won't be disappointed. For another romance from him, go watch The Liar and His Lover.
Overall, it was a cute, fun drama. If you're in the mood for that, you'll enjoy it. It's stress free, which TBH, is what everyone needs right now.
P.S. I'm in the minority, but no second season please.
I thought he looked fine throughout the whole drama. But yeah, in the last episode it seems like he lost a lot of weight (though TBH he has mostly been on the lighter side). I hope he's okay and just under the weather.
And I don't think he looks old, but "older".
The Liar and His Lover (one of my favorite of his! love him in loner, melancholy type roles)
Bitter Blood (mostly it's about father-son duo but there is a cute romance)
Q10 (female lead is a robot)
Hanbun Aoi (150 episodes, 15 minutes each; goes from the leads childhood into adulthood so more of a Korean weekend drama type)
The 8 Year Engagement (she ends up in a coma and wakes up not remembering him; he stays through her side.
Tenno no Ryoriban (I'm hesitating to put this on here since it's not 100% romance, but well if you watch it you'll know)
Gibo (Ehh; this role is very different from his previous ones. He's kind of a lovable fool in this one. And he's the second lead)
The Liar and His Lover!!
Tenno no Ryoriban!!
Kamen Rider: DEN O (don't know if you'd be interested in this type of show lol but he plays more than 3+ characters)
Bitter Blood (33% adorable lost puppy, 33% serious cop/sexy, 33% running)
Bakuman
If Cats Disappeared From the World
Hanbun Aoi (150 episodes, 15 minutes each; I haven't finished it yet though)
Tonbi
The 8 Year Engagement
Oh and if you're interested in seeing him play a villain then Inuyashiki.
TBH, a lot of his stuff is good. But these are my favorites (for the month at least lol).
He really is that good looking that I am finding it difficult to look at the screen. And I need to since my understanding of Japanese is so-so. So if he would stop, I would appreciate it.
I'm pretty sure my cheeks heat up and the family is thinking I am watching something inappropriate lol.
And if Sakura is going to feel insecure because Minori's twin and Tendo make a good team professionally, tbh, there's nothing I can say for that.
You mean the promise he made in the ambulance scene? I don't think he's the type of character to start a relationship just because he felt like he owed her.
Sakura doesn't know Tendo likes her, but we do. We saw him kiss her and we saw him get flustered when he thought they had to share the same bed. And when he pretended to fall asleep so she doesn't feel pressured? That's love and respect. Should he show her affection when she's awake? Yes. But as I said, it's difficult for some people to show affection.