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Love Is a Poison japanese drama review
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Love Is a Poison
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by koreannatic
Nov 19, 2025
12 of 12 episodes seen
Completed
Overall 9.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 7.0
The Japanese drama Love Is A Poison offers a refreshing mix of Boys' Love (BL) romance with the legal drama genre and a touch of comedy. If you are looking for a story that combines the tension of the courtroom with the chemistry of an opposites-attract pairing, this series might be an excellent choice.

The series focuses on Shiba Ryoma, an elite, cold, workaholic lawyer with social anxiety, who prides himself on his logic and emotionless professionalism. His perfectly structured life is turned upside down when he meets Haruto, a charming and mysterious con artist with a captivating smile.

The chemistry between the tense, emotionally repressed lawyer (Shiba) and the carefree, flirty con artist (Haruto) is the driving force of the series. Watching Shiba wrestle with his growing feelings and the playful way Haruto bursts into his orderly life is highly entertaining and endearing.

The drama is predominantly fun and light-hearted, featuring plenty of flirty moments and quirky comedic touches (such as Shiba's strange affection for his succulent plants).

Love Is A Poison is a charming and entertaining Japanese BL drama that successfully balances humor, romance, and a fascinating character dynamic. If you enjoy Boys' Love stories that focus on the emotional development of the characters, with a pinch of mischief and a happy ending, you should definitely give it a try!
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