Do not let this gem pass you by. Cherry Magic is great. It's stupid and silly in all of the best ways, and it has respect for its characters. Naturally, it still has that charming but hard to watch cringe that J-dramas are known for, but it's heartwarming. And to top it off, it feels like it's the perfect length to tell its story. It's not too long, not too short - just the right length for everything to tie up nicely.

This story is primarily character-driven, so take caution if you're the type to prefer plot over character studies. On that front, not a lot happens. The drama follows the lives of the 2 main couples and a handful of side characters and has little going on outside of that. Most of the conflicts are internal - no love triangles to muddy the waters or external forces tearing therm apart. They're just people living their lives.

The drama does a great job showing some platonic romances as well. Friends that the characters make genuinely feel like friends and the healthy relationships explored aren't all romances. For that alone, this show deserves your time.

Overall, it's the kind of story you want to binge in bed on the weekend when you're having a rough time. Guaranteed to put a smile on your face.