MY FACE IS BRIGH T RED FROM LISTENING TO TRACK 6 OF PART 2.... IT FEELS ILLEGAL FOR ME TO HEAR THESE NOISESomg…
I was only able to listen to Part 1 when you first sent me the link and I thought that the story was too similar to the drama so I held off the second part, then the holidays got in the way and I got busy with family.
Now that I'm back in my routine and have some free time, I'm soooo glad I made time to listen to Part 2 of the audio drama - 100/100!!! Even ignoring the 18+ scenes, the little tidbits where Kiyoi is trying so hard to make the relationship work makes it sooo adorable. A tear is now shedding from my face when I think about the missed inner monologues from Kiyoi we could have seen in the drama 😭
I FINALLY LISTENED TO PART 2 OF THE AUDIO DRAMA AND JUST WOW!!!!!!!!
Omg listening to it just gave me everything I needed and wanted to see. NGL I'm kinda sad that so many scenes/inner monologues from Kiyoi's part were removed as it adds so much context and depth to their relationship. If you're still missing HiraKiyoi, I highly recommend everyone on here to listen to the audio drama!! You will definitely not regret it.
On Yagi's instagram, he's posted a picture of him with a mini Kiyoi version plus two child actors who are meant to be Kiyoi's younger brother and sister, but I don't remember them ever appearing on the show. Do you guys know where they appear?
Reminder for anyone keen for a 2nd Season that the best way to do so is to buy the show's official merchandise (if you are in the financial position to).
https://www.movic.jp/shop/r/r100335/ - Official merch starts at ¥200 JPY (less than $2 USD) and they are only taking orders up till 5th January so please be quick!
This show was made by a local Japanese channel (MBS) who are not as rich as the bigger broadcasting stations so it relies heavily on merchandise sales to indicate whether the show is a success or not.
When you look at show's viewership rating on its official streaming site in Japan (tver,jp), the views aren't that amazing so tbh I'm not that confident that a 2nd season will be produced. If you are in a financial position to do so, please consider supporting the show this way! Other ways you can help include showing support on the show's social media channels and streaming the show on the official streaming platforms as well as its OST on Spotify etc.
What does everyone think about the kiss scene in the class room? Ngl I was really excited at first watch, but after a rewatch, I noticed that Kiyoi doesn’t reciprocate and his lips were sealed quite tightly. Almost sensed discomfort rather than enjoyment.
The finger scene was done so much better and had so much more tension
That was wonderful! But damn, I wish there were English subtitles. Do you know what they were saying?
I’m taking Chinese for one of my uni courses so I can understand some, but not all of it. But basically Kiyoi is choosing outfits for him because they are going to an event with actors (I think?). Then they just go on a date and say cute things to another 🥰🥰🥰 it’s so wholesome
considering they were the only subbers of the show at one point, it's ridiculous that their subtitles were able to be released with clearly no standards in quality checking. I am always one to advocate for supporting the show officially, but at this point, they do not deserve it if they have such poor standards. if you want to rewatch the show, please do so on Viki instead!
Now that I'm back in my routine and have some free time, I'm soooo glad I made time to listen to Part 2 of the audio drama - 100/100!!! Even ignoring the 18+ scenes, the little tidbits where Kiyoi is trying so hard to make the relationship work makes it sooo adorable. A tear is now shedding from my face when I think about the missed inner monologues from Kiyoi we could have seen in the drama 😭
omg Hira is the best l0ver ever, he is so gentle 🥰
Omg listening to it just gave me everything I needed and wanted to see. NGL I'm kinda sad that so many scenes/inner monologues from Kiyoi's part were removed as it adds so much context and depth to their relationship. If you're still missing HiraKiyoi, I highly recommend everyone on here to listen to the audio drama!! You will definitely not regret it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fhSeGcwFzw&list=OLAK5uy_mthpqmoLWroQ8mXbTl1dWPrMl8mJ1DNjA
https://twitter.com/mai_littlewitch/status/1474298689070170115?s=20.
Starting a petition means very little tbh
AFAIK, the best way to support the show is through merch and DVD sales.
https://www.movic.jp/shop/r/r100335/ - Official merch starts at ¥200 JPY (less than $2 USD) and they are only taking orders up till 5th January so please be quick!
https://chara-info.net/utsukushiikare/ - Official 84-page photobook, that can be purchased here for about ¥2200 JPY (less than $20 USD).
https://www.hmv.co.jp/artist_ドラマ_000000000030794/title_美しい彼-Blu-ray-BOX_12523101/ - DVD and Blu-Ray (the best way to support the show) and there will be Chinese and English subtitles available, although this is more expensive at ¥8217 JPY (~$70USD) and ¥11230 JPY (~$100USD).
This show was made by a local Japanese channel (MBS) who are not as rich as the bigger broadcasting stations so it relies heavily on merchandise sales to indicate whether the show is a success or not.
When you look at show's viewership rating on its official streaming site in Japan (tver,jp), the views aren't that amazing so tbh I'm not that confident that a 2nd season will be produced. If you are in a financial position to do so, please consider supporting the show this way! Other ways you can help include showing support on the show's social media channels and streaming the show on the official streaming platforms as well as its OST on Spotify etc.
The finger scene was done so much better and had so much more tension
considering they were the only subbers of the show at one point, it's ridiculous that their subtitles were able to be released with clearly no standards in quality checking. I am always one to advocate for supporting the show officially, but at this point, they do not deserve it if they have such poor standards. if you want to rewatch the show, please do so on Viki instead!
Kiyoi and Hira in bed