Starter Kit: Japan Maki Maki, Sebuki Suzume, Beppu Tsukasa, and Iemori Yutaka happen to meet and form a quartet. They even begin to live together in Karuizawa during the winter, but there is a big hidden secret. Maki, who has a negative personality and barely gives her opinions, plays the lead violin in the quartet. She has family and only goes to Karuizawa on the weekends for performances. Suzume, who is unemployed, plays the cello, while Yutaka plays the viola in the quartet. The leader of the quartet and the one providing his grandfather's villa as a base for them is Tsukasa. He plays the second violin in the quartet and comes from a musical family. A man of many secrets, he also works at a donut company. Edit Translation
- English
- Arabic
- magyar / magyar nyelv
- dansk
- Native Title: カルテット
- Also Known As: Karutetto
- Screenwriter: Sakamoto Yuji
- Director: Doi Nobuhiro, Kaneko Fuminori
- Genres: Music, Mystery, Comedy
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Cast & Credits
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![Matsu Takako in Quartet Japanese Drama (2017)]( "Matsu Takako in Quartet Japanese Drama (2017)")
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![Mitsushima Hikari in Quartet Japanese Drama (2017)]( "Mitsushima Hikari in Quartet Japanese Drama (2017)")
Mitsushima Hikari Main Role -
![Takahashi Issei in Quartet Japanese Drama (2017)]( "Takahashi Issei in Quartet Japanese Drama (2017)")
Takahashi Issei Main Role -
![Matsuda Ryuhei in Quartet Japanese Drama (2017)]( "Matsuda Ryuhei in Quartet Japanese Drama (2017)")
Matsuda Ryuhei Main Role -
![Yoshioka Riho in Quartet Japanese Drama (2017)]( "Yoshioka Riho in Quartet Japanese Drama (2017)")
Yoshioka RihoKisugi ArisuSupport Role -
![Yagi Akiko in Quartet Japanese Drama (2017)]( "Yagi Akiko in Quartet Japanese Drama (2017)")
Yagi AkikoTanimura TakamiSupport Role
Reviews
I came into this drama for the cast alone, but I got much more than I was expecting. If you are expecting a great romance, you may be disappointed. There are some romantic feelings, but it is not the main point. The quartet of flawed but likable individuals find friendship and support at a time when they all have a deep need for it. As a hardcore romantic, I thoroughly enjoyed the friendship and didn't feel any lack due to the barely there romance.
The best things about this drama:
1) the acting- the casting could not have been more perfect. Each actor seemed fitted to the role, bringing out the best in their character.
2) the characters- perfectly imperfect, and quirky. Their interactions with each other made each episode special.
3) the witty banter- I applaud the writer. So very clever. This truly made the drama a joy to watch.
4) the music- brilliant!
Quartet may not be everyone's cup of tea, but for me, this is the best drama of the year.
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Story : This drama is mainly about four third rate musicians friendship, group struggles and their individual stories with a little bit of romance in it.
The romance here is very weird . It forms a near cycle missing one link. you will understand when you watch the drama. as far as J dramas go Quartet is a very good drama with slice of life vibes in it. The cinematography is good with snow covered locations. The 4 lead's acting is very good.
Pros :
- Good story
- Good acting
- Music is very good
- end Title song
- Light comedy
As far as cons go, the romance here is little weird and unsuccesful. Not much to say as this isn't a drama which you pull your hair out for, but a very feel good drama you watch on a slow day.
This drama is worth a 8.5 / 10.
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