Ju Moon

I’m not usually one to compare different versions of a series, but funnily enough, both the Thai and Japanese versions ended up with the same rating from me. That said, I have to admit I liked the Thai version more, even though I usually lean toward Japanese dramas because they tend to feel more intimate.

At first, I struggled to get into the story, mostly because Nishime reminded me way too much of Peat (probably just my delulu brain making connections that aren’t there 😂 ). Peat has these super cute expressions and mannerisms that are kind of his signature, and I felt like Nishime was trying to mimic that, but it didn’t really land for me. But when it got emotional, he truly shined as Ai.

The chemistry between Kunigami and Nishime felt so natural and genuine. It made every scene between them hit just right. On the other hand, the GL couple was a letdown. Fumi’s over-the-top innocence got on my nerves a bit.

Still, I really enjoyed how the story unfolded overall. I’m a sucker for the “opposites attract” trope, and Kaishin breaking through Ai’s emotional walls was beautiful to watch. Despite their differences, they found a home in each other’s hearts and that always gets me.