Top 10 Best Japanese Dramas in 2023 That You Should Watch

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Batsuichi ga Moteru Nante Kiitemasen

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Synopsis of the movie Batsuichi ga Moteru Nante Kiitemasen (2023)

Batsuichi ga Moteru Nante Kiitemasen (2023) is a Japanese television series, broadcast on Fuji TV from July 12 to September 23, 2023. The film tells the story of Ono Kazuha, a 35-year-old newly divorced woman. , is trying to find love and happiness again.

Kazuha is a beautiful and successful fashion editor. She was married to a famous actor, but their marriage fell apart after he had an affair. Kazuha decides to start her life over, and she starts dating other men.

However, Kazuha finds that finding love at the age of 35 is not easy. She is looked down upon by the men around her for being divorced, and she also has to face social stereotypes about divorced women.

Gradually, Kazuha begins to realize that she does not need to rely on others to find happiness. She begins to love herself and her life more, and she also begins to find true love.

Brief basic information of the film

Movie name: Batsuichi ga Moteru Nante Kiitemasen (2023)
Genre: Romance, humor
Director: Junpei Fujiki
Main actor:
Takanashiki Ryoko as Ono Kazuha
Mitsui Kento as Mitsui Ayato
Hayami Kensuke as Hayami Kensuke
Duration: 10 episodes

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Kimi ni Todoke

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Summary of the movie Kimi ni Todoke (2023)

Kimi ni Todoke (2023) is a Japanese television series, adapted from the manga of the same name by author Karuho Shiina. The film is a remake of the 2016 drama, starring Sara Minami as Sawako Kuronuma and Oji Suzuka as Shota Kazehaya.

The film is about Sawako Kuronuma, a high school girl with long black hair and a quiet personality. She was shunned by her friends at school and nicknamed "Sadako" because her hair was very similar to the appearance of the main character in the horror movie Ring (1998).

By chance, Sawako met Shota Kazehaya, a famous male student at school. Kazehaya is the first person in Sawako's life to actively talk to and care about her. Gradually, Sawako also begins to develop feelings for Kazehaya. However, she is hesitant because she is afraid that Kazehaya will not like her.

With the help of new friends, Sawako gradually becomes more open and confident. She also begins to learn how to express her feelings for Kazehaya. Finally, Sawako and Kazehaya get together.

Brief basic information of the film

Movie name: Kimi ni Todoke - To my good friend
Genre: Romance, school
Director: Kōichirō Miki
Main actor:
Sara Minami as Sawako Kuronuma
Oji Suzuka as Shota Kazehaya
Duration: 12 episodes (2023)

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Pending Train - 8:23, Ashita Kimi to

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Summary of the movie Pending Train - 8:23, Ashita Kimi to (2023)

Pending Train - 8:23, Ashita Kimi to (2023) is a Japanese television series, broadcast on TBS from April 14 to June 25, 2023. The film is about a group of people who do not know each other. They happen to be on the same train and have to find a way to survive in harsh conditions with no radio waves, no food or water.

Bullet train number 123 is en route from Tokyo to Nagoya when it suddenly diverts to a devastated future world. Those on board face harsh survival challenges, from finding food and water to fending off new world threats.

Among the people on the train is Kayashima Naoya (Yamada Yuki), an attractive, cheerful, and talkative hairdresser, but actually has a closed corner of his soul. He meets and befriends other people on the ship, and gradually begins to open up to them.

Brief basic information of the film

Movie name: Pending Train - 8:23, Ashita Kimi to (2023)
Genre: Survival, science fiction
Director: Kōji Nishimura
Main actor:
Yamada Yuki as Kayashima Naoya
Kamiki Ryunosuke as Nishiyama Arata
Hamabe Minami as Sakurai Rio
Yamada Ryosuke as Sakamoto Kazuki
Nanao as Akiko Hoshino
Duration: 10 episodes

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Oujogiwa no Imi wo Shire!

Oujogiwa no Imi wo Shire! - Trailer

Summary of the movie Oujogiwa no Imi wo Shire! (2023)

Oujogiwa no Imi wo Shire! (2023) is a Japanese television series, broadcast on TV Asahi from October 19 to December 30, 2023. The film is about a group of young people trying to find the meaning of life.

Hiroshi (Miura Shohei) is a talented young writer, but he is having difficulty writing his new novel. He felt that his life was lacking purpose and meaning.

Mizuki (Mizukawa Asami) is a young fashion designer, but she is feeling bored with her job. She wants to find something more meaningful in life.

Shoji (Okada Masaki) is a successful businessman, but he feels that he is living a meaningless life. He wants to find true joy and happiness in life.

These three young friends meet and begin their journey to find the meaning of life. Together they go through trials and difficulties, and they gradually begin to understand the meaning of life.

Brief basic information of the film

Movie name: Oujogiwa no Imi wo Shire! (2023)
Genre: Romance, psychology
Director: Ishikawa Kazuyoshi
Main actor:
Miura Shohei as Hiroshi
Mizukawa Asami as Mizuki
Okada Masaki as Shoji
Duration: 10 episodes

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Hitori Bocchi - Hito to Hito Tsunagu Ai no Monogatar

Hitori Bocchi - Hito to Hito Tsunagu Ai no Monogatar - Trailer

Synopsis of the movie Hitori Bocchi - Hito to Hito Tsunagu Ai no Monogatar (2023)

Hitori Bocchi - Hito to Hito Tsunagu Ai no Monogatar (2023) is a Japanese television series, broadcast on TV Tokyo from July 7 to September 25, 2023. The film tells the story of Hitori Bocchi, a young girl. female high school student with social anxiety disorder.

Bocchi is a very shy girl and is afraid to communicate with others. She only had one close friend, Yano, but when Yano transferred schools, Bocchi became lonely and lost.

In the new school year, Bocchi decided to start over and make new friends. She meets and makes new friends, such as Nako, Aru and Souta.

With the help of new friends, Bocchi gradually becomes more open and confident. She also begins to learn how to overcome her fears and connect with others.

Brief basic information of the film

Movie name: Hitori Bocchi - Hito to Hito Tsunagu Ai no Monogatar (2023)
Genre: Romance, school
Director: Aoba Hiroki
Main actor:
Uchida Maaya as Hitori Bocchi
Ueda Reina as Nako Sunohara
Ishikawa Yui as Aru Honma
Okamoto Nobuhiko as Souta Tanaka
Duration: 12 episodes