Atsuhiro Inukai Deserved Better

I mean, it's not like this show was incredibly bad. It's just there could have been more to it, it had lots of potential.

I was really expecting an amazing revenge for Noburu and the other victim (I can't even remember her name) because they deserved so much better. The wife's revenge was sort of satisfying but I wish she slapped him in the face because that's what I'd do for sure.

I think if this drama focused more on the plotting of revenge more than Aiko and that horrific man's 'events' every time they met up then:

a) I'd be more comfortable watching
b) It'd be more interesting

I have to say though, Aiko's actor did an amazing job. Aiko infuriated me with every single action she did. I felt nothing but pure rage everytime she was on screen, I don't think I've ever hated someone more and she's not even real.

I watched for Atsuhiro Inukai and I stayed for Atsuhiro Inukai. If he wasn't there, I'd have hopped into my phone screen and pushed Aiko off the rooftop myself and then immediately stopped watching.

Do I recommend this? I hate to say it but no, this was mid.

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Cherry Magic! I Hope 30 Years of Virginity Makes ME a Wizard?!

Cherry Magic is my favourite show. I watched it for the first time quite a while ago but is something I know I'll never forget.

This the sweetest, nicest and warmest show I have ever seen. If you want to feel good then this is it. The innocence to it is one of the reasons why I love it so much.
I also like how this story doesn't focus just on love, but also the growth and development of Adachi as a person aswell as partner. He is a humble and quiet worker who's confidence and maturity progressively strengthens throughout the show with the help of not just Kurosawa but by himself which is really lovely to see.
The side plots are awesome too, Tsuge and Minato are really adorable, it's hard not to like such a cute relationship between the two.

The cast is amazing. I know Yuu Toyota, the creator, had doubts about letting such a pretty boy like Akaso Eiji play Adachi but now that I've watched it, I can't think of anyone better. His expressions, actions and emotions are on point and the best I've seen from a drama in this genre.
For Keita Machida, it's the same. His acting completely sold it to me and his talent (in both the acting and face department :P) is why he's my favourite actor.
The chemistry between Adachi and Kurosawa played by these two incredible actors is something I'll never get over. Even if there is *SPOOOOIIILLEERRR* no kiss scene, I don't care. Some people are really bothered by this but it really doesn't matter. This pair have managed to portray such a deep and beautiful relationship even with the lack of physical affection and it's incredible.

The music? Immaculate. The intro '産声' means 'first cry'. The song, performed by a band called Omoinotake, is written in the perspective of the main character himself and really highlights his growth and desire to be a better person. Adachi's development is like a rebirth as he is becoming his newest, truest self. The lyrics, man! I could read them and listen to them for days, I'll be totally honest - this is my favourite song.
The outro is amazing too! The song 'Good Love Your Love' is performed by a group called DEEP SQUAD and is now from the perspective of Kurosawa. This is an actual banger, I swear! It talks about the overwhelming feelings Kurosawa has for Adachi and how much he wants to be with him. It's really accurate and if Kurosawa was a song, it'd be this one.

I've watched this show over four times. Yes, I'm the type to rewatch shows I love - and it never gets old! Everytime I watch Cherry Magic or read an article about it or save a post about it on Pinterest, I still get the same wave of love and excitement everytime.

If I never saw a video about Cherry Magic four years ago, forgotten about it after that, but then stumbled across it on a streaming app and remembered it for its weird name, then I can't begin to imagine everything I'd have missed out on.

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Zombieshark?!

Okay I had no idea what I was expecting when I watched this show. I came for Eiji Akaso and was hit with something crazier.

The makeup in this movie is amazing! The zombies look insane and to be honest, I actually watched this movie in two parts. I felt sick looking at these zombies and had to resume it later. Maybe I just have a really weak stomach but their faces are awesome.

The visuals of this movie aswell as the makeup are great too. The colours are vibrant and they look so cool because they all contrast well with eachother. Even though I haven't watched the anime, from what I've seen, they match the animation well.

I wasn't expecting to see some naked zombies but we'll overlook that because I felt so bad for Akira when his office romance went straight out the window! However, with his other relationships, it was great to see them grow throughout the show. The same with Akira himself, he really developed and overcame the trauma of his failed football game. I mean, I was never expecting him to use that to fuel his fight against a zombie shark but it was great character development!

At the end of the movie, Akira was happy, I was happy and everyone was happy really. To be honest, you'd have never thought there was a zombie infection going around since it ended so positively!

I don't think I'll watch the anime but if you can pack this much into a movie and still make it incredible then what's the need to? Watch the movie Zom 100 right now!!

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KUROSAWA GETS HIS HAPPY ENDING!

Honestly, I absolutely LOVE this spin off. It's completely different to the original Ossan's Love and that's what I love about it.

The characters were amazing and their relationships were so messy and confusing it was fun to watch. I really liked how mature Haruta was in this show (well, atleast a bit more mature than he originally is...) but it was refreshing to see him involve himself in relationships and get to grip with his own feelings first.

I honestly had no idea how this show would end until the very last second - it was the best very last second of my life! Haruta was crying, Kurosawa was crying and I was crying.

If you've watched Ossan's Love or not, it doesn't matter. This is such a hilarious, well written and heartwarming show you need to see!!!

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Embarrassing In a Good Way

This show is so positive and heartwarming! The plot is great. I mean, this guy thinking you have a crush on him when you're tryna help out your 'friend who does'? It's a great story and the actors Michieda and Meguro play it very well.

Michieda's over the top expressions really top this off. It can be cringe but it's funny and to be honest, with all the embarrassing stuff he goes through, he has appropriate reactions. Ida's chill personality is portrayed very well by Meguro. He's super cool and definitely the right guy to play this character. I mean, just compare him to the manga - a spitting image! Don't get me started on his dog, how adorable!

I love everything about this show, it's such a vibe. The friendship with other characters aswell and how they develop their own relationships is lovely to watch.

There's nothing you can go wrong with when watching My Love Mix-Up!

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Short and Sweet So Savour It All

This story is so heartwarming and the way it's carried out is amazing. You see a new person every day and learn their story, you grow along with each customer and really feel for the characters as they get down to their last canned foods.

Keita Machida, as always, does an amazing job at acting. Actually, all leads are great! The relationships they have with eachother are sweet and easy to watch. It's so lovely to see their fondness for eachother develop as you go through this show.

3 Star Bar is only a short series but it's one of the nicest you'll ever see. Consider watching it, I'm sure you won't regret it!

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