Best Japanese BL Dramas to Watch

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Best Japanese BL Dramas to Watch

As a huge fan of Japanese Boys Love (BL) dramas, I am thrilled to see the surge in quality productions that have emerged from this genre in recent years. It’s not just anime and manga that Japan has to offer – these J-dramas are a must-watch for anyone who loves heart-fluttering moments and comical scenes.

In Japan, pop culture is often thought of as consisting mainly of anime and manga. However, an increasing number of top-notch Boys Love (BL) dramas have emerged in recent times, which are worth checking out. Some excellent Japanese BL dramas to consider watching are “Perfect Propose,” “My Beautiful Man,” and “Old Fashion Cupcake.”

In this piece, we’ll discuss some widely-watched Japanese Boys Love shows currently captivating audiences. Known for their compelling plots, these J-dramas deliver both romantic tension and humorous scenes. If you’re in the mood for a captivating binge-watching experience, explore the following popular Japanese BL dramas.

My Beautiful Man

A 2021 Japanese drama titled “My Gorgeous Guy” (Utsukushii Kare) is an adaptation from Nagira Yuu’s novel, “He, Who is Beautiful.” Featuring Hagiwara Riku and Yagi Yusei in leading roles, this six-episode series follows a 17-year-old student named Hira. This quiet student with poor grades aims to keep a low profile at school due to his stuttering issue, fearing the potential for bullying from his classmates. However, when Kiyoi Sou joins their class, everything takes an unexpected turn.

Hira is captivated by the new student, who swiftly gains favor among his peers. With this newfound popularity, Kiyoi Sou takes advantage and assigns Hira various errands. Remarkably, Hira remains unfazed. This intriguing drama, led by Sakai Mai’s direction, includes performances from Takano Akira, Tsubone Yuto, Sakurai Kento, and Momoka. Seasons 1 and 2 can be streamed on Rakuten Viki, complete with English subtitles.

Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!

Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! is a popular webtoon of the same name. The Japanese BL drama draws inspiration from it. The synopsis reads, “After a shy office worker unexpectedly gains the ability to read minds, he discovers that his handsome colleague can’t stop thinking about him!”

I’m a huge fan of the intriguing 2022 J-drama, where I, as the protagonist, am a virgin on the brink of turning 30. What sets me apart is my unique ability to read minds when I touch someone. This unexpected talent leads me to an astonishing revelation: my charming and accomplished office colleague harbors secret feelings for me. The heartwarming love story has since been transformed into an anime adaptation, now streaming on Netflix. Additionally, Thailand has created their own captivating version, featuring Tawan Vihokratana and Thitipoom Techaapaikhun in the lead roles.

Old Fashion Cupcake

In a modern Japanese BL drama titled “Old Fashioned Cupcake,” released in 2022, Kouhei Takeda portrays Nozue, a 39-year-old man who finds himself stuck in the monotony of daily life. Amid various challenges, Nozue grows frustrated with the impolite actions of his younger colleague, Tatsunari Kimura as Togawa.

I was taken aback when I realized that the elderly man had no idea about the deep admiration and attraction Togawa harbored towards him. It was an unexpected revelation for me as a fan, especially since they seemed to keep crossing paths in the most serendipitous ways – like our chance encounter at the pancake shop. And now, it seems that life has a peculiar way of intertwining their lives further. If you’re intrigued by this developing dynamic between them, be sure to catch up on their story on Netflix and Rakuten Viki.

Perfect Propose

“Perfect Propose, a popular 2024 J-drama featuring Shunya Kaneko as Hiro and Kouta Nomura as Kai, was among the standout BL dramas of that year. You can watch it with English subtitles on Rakuten Viki.”

I was feeling overwhelmed and burnt out at my job, struggling to function outside of the toxic workplace environment. Then, unexpectedly, I ran into an old friend named Kai, whom I had once planned to marry. Interacting with Kai has given me a renewed sense of purpose, but I can’t help but wonder what his true intentions are.

Ossan’s Love

The popular BL drama “Ossan’s Love,” released in 2018, is built around the themes of love triangles and workplace romances. It centers on the lives of Haruta Soichi, a 33-year-old man played by Tanaka Kei, and Maki Ryota, portrayed by Hayashi Kento.

Because of a family issue, Haruta needs to live on his own, but he’s unsure how to manage on his own. To help him out, Haruta decides to move in with his colleague Maki. However, things become more complex when both Maki and another coworker reveal their feelings for Haruta. The show featuring these events can be streamed on Viki and Netflix.

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2024-07-25 19:10