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Soredemo, Ikite Yuku – Still So Powerful

I watched this drama a long time ago, maybe back in 2011? I can’t remember exactly, but I clearly remember that a friend recommended it to me, and I’m so glad they did.
This drama is something else. It’s not just sad, it’s deeply human. It felt so real and honest about life.

It's about two individuals brought together by a childhood tragedy that left deep scars on both their families. It’s heavy, yes, but the way the show handles their connection is just... beautiful. You don’t often see a drama explore both sides of a tragedy like this. Usually, it's just the victim's side or the pain of loss, but this one shows both families and how each of them struggles in their own ways, even years later. And that’s what hit me the most. It’s not just about grief or justice, it’s about the long, painful, awkward journey of trying to live again after something terrible. The show doesn’t rush anything. The pacing is slow, but in a good way. It lets you feel everything: the awkward silences, the guilt, the small moments of connection, and that tiny spark of hope.

Hiroki and Futaba, the main characters, are so quietly powerful. Their chemistry feels natural, like two broken people trying to figure out if they’re allowed to keep living. THE PERFORMANCES ARE AMAZING. Seriously. Everyone in the cast delivered.

I’m honestly so grateful I got to watch this. It’s one of my favorite dramas. I just rewatched it, and I know I'll rewatch it someday, not for the plot twists or excitement, but because of the life lessons and the quiet beauty of it all. If you’re in the mood for a slow, thoughtful, emotionally rich story that stays with you, Soredemo, Ikite Yuku is 100% worth watching.

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Watching Tokyo Love Story for the First Time – Here’s What I Felt

I finally caught up with Tokyo Love Story and I have A LOT of feelings about it.

First of all, watching this drama from a modern perspective really makes you notice how complex and real the characters are. Nagao feels like that one person who’s caught between two worlds, he’s from a small town (Ehime), suddenly thrown into big city life in Tokyo, trying to figure out love, relationships, and who he really is. And honestly, it was kind of frustrating watching his indecisiveness throughout the show. He just couldn’t seem to be clear about what or who he really wanted.

But then there’s Rika. Rika is warm, full of love, and emotionally open. She's the kind of character who gives her all, even when she knows she might get hurt. Watching her journey was both painful and inspiring. I really admired how she handled things toward the end. She grew, she learned, and she faced things in a mature way that kind of reflects how we have to deal with life as adults, especially in a fast-paced, emotionally messy world like Tokyo.

What I loved most is how the drama doesn't try to force a fairytale ending. It gives us something more real... about learning, letting go, and growing up. It’s actually quite refreshing and powerful in its simplicity.

Also, major shoutout to the production team. The fashion, the Tokyo city vibes in the early '90s, the whole aesthetic, IT'S SO GOOD. I honestly loved every scene. And THE SOUNDTRACK? ABSOLUTE PERFECTION. It still hits in 2025. Like, I can't believe this came out over 30 years ago and still feels so emotionally relevant.

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