Panda-san

Okay someone explain that ending? If she is pregnant towards the end, then does that mean that this takes place before Utsukushii Rinjin? Or is it a different kid? Because in Utsukushii Rinjin she was married when she had her kid...also in Utsukushii Rinjin on mention of her childhood is really given..Hm. I just hope they do another installment to clear it all up. I honestly want to see someone get revenge on Saki. I understand that all these people harmed her in some way but it was all coincidental. They didn't intentionally cause harm while she intentionally ruined their lives and caused their deaths. Plus, she did many, many wrongs and has gotten on punishment whatsoever. She really needs some sort of retribution for her actions, regardless of her past.

Did you watch the entire thing? Basically they all interfered with her mother getting to the hospital on time and basically caused her death because of that. So Saki wants revenge on them all. Kind crazy because they all did simple, mindless things...(except the guy who owns the hospital).

You're welcome! *panda hug*

I felt the same way at first, but the revenge aspect should make it unique. I hope they make it like Saki or Utsukushii Rinjin.

I would like to add "WTF DID I JUST WATCH?!!" *smashes fist through computer (or tv screen)* That's how I feel about bad endings.

If someone comes to you saying they are your sister, wouldn't you want to get a DNA test first? lol

You don't have to, but it would be a good idea to see more about Saki's past. But otherwise the two are completely unrelated plot wise and you don't have to watch one to understand the other.

I watched a few episodes of this drama and honestly it wasn't that great. The teacher in my opinion was a bit annoying and she's like a wannabe Yankumi. It's just a basic school drama, nothing special.

First ep. was okay, but not sure if I can stand 7 more episodes of Gouriki. This drama could do without her.

I actually saw a Japanese variety show called Sekai Bandzuke, and the show is basically about ranking countries in various areas and on various topics, like the countries that eat the most vegetables or countries that have highest marriage rate and such. On this particular episode the subject was education. The rankings included "Countries in which students respect the teachers the most" and "Countries in which students like the school the most." Surprisingly (or unsurprisingly) Japan was dead last in both. Indonesia was first in both. The guests said that this is because going to school is something that is ingrained in the culture as something kids have to do, so they don't enjoy it. I thought that was quite interesting. It can be found here (no subs) http://dai.ly/x1f9hs9 I have watched so many school dramas that I already knew everything in the article. lol

All hope of Sota x Erena are gone. He used Erena and dropped her like a hot potato.

Kaoruko doesn't want to date Sota at all. She is fully aware that he will never date her and that they will never be a couple. See: https://24.media.tumblr.com/7a64b9d78c9a6a55260cfca445ee752e/tumblr_n2082g81gU1qzj3zno1_500.png And as far as her getting mad at him sleeping with Saeko, I know I would. Forgetting that she's married? lol I would be mad at seeing a guy I care about go after some bimbo who may not even care about him at all. I guess by "honest" I meant that she admits her faults. Maybe honest isn't the best word. And I would say that she is aware of how what she says affects others; she becomes aware after saying it and seeing the effects. If anything she is the character that is seeing some growth. Saeko and Sota keeping repeating the same sh*t until that sh*t will hit the fan. LOL

Did it again! Whatever I don't think too much was revealed here.

Forget to check spoiler tag

He is one of the few guys that I will say looks better with a beard.

Like for the past couple of years there's been usually at least two or three dramas per season that star Johnny's Juniors members. I think it's a recent development to promote the Hey Say/Sexy Zone guys. If you look at the dramas of every season of last year every single on has dramas that starred Johnny's Junior in lead or supporting roles. I guess 2-3 isn't a lot but there's only so many time slots, you know?

Baw. At least there aren't multiple Johnny's Juniors dramas....

I'm looking forward to seeing Ueno Juri, Oguri Shun, Sato Takeru and Nino in new dramas but I'm sick of detective and medical dramas! When it all boils down they are all essentially the same in structure with different cast, characters, setting etc. But judging by the descriptions of Ueno Juri and Oguri Shun's dramas they might be a bit different. One thing is for sure, this upcoming season will definitely be better than this one. No Johnny's Juniors for once! (That I know of anyway...)

Okay some adults/police actually showed up more than halfway through the series...still doesn't answer my other questions lol.

Awww I actually like Kaoruko. She's the most honest one on the show. She acknowledges that she is filled with envy and she knows that she has done wrong. I would argue that she does support Sota since she works at his shop and is one of the reasons it's even running. She even said that she's not specifically trying to date him or anything and she knows she doesn't really have a chance. She's the only character that actually thinks of how her actions and words are affecting those around her. She realized that she secretly wished all of Sota's romantic relationships would go wrong. I hope she can make it work with that other dude. He still hasn't texted her yet lol.

Okay....after seeing episode 8, I honestly think Sota will end with no one or Elena. Here's why: when Kaoruko asked Saeko if she really liked Sota or if she was just playing, Saeko had no idea how she can truly like Sota. So it is all just a game for her. I can definitely understand how easy it is to manipulate a man who went through leaps and bounds just to be with you, even after you are married. Who wouldn't take advantage of that? (Especially if the guy looks like MatsuJun *ahem*). I don't think Saeko really loves her husband or Sota, she just wants to use them for her own means. Don't get me wrong, domestic violence is deplorable and and no man should hit a woman, but if she is going through that she should just divorce her husband instead of having an affair. I think Sota will snap out of it and realize that there is more to life than chasing one woman around.