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| 1. | Comments by Lady Zhuge [Rating: 4/10]
watched 5 episodes...put on hiatus for who knows how long |
| 2. | Comments by acg181 [Rating: 9/10]
one of the best drama. status of person is not important . very good story. equality of the human kind. worth watching. |
| 3. | Comments by czajka [Rating: 8/10]
Watched. |
| 4. | Comments by PaperCaged [Rating: 7/10]
Nino's dorky character from Stand Up!! is forever embedded in my mind, so it was hard to picture him as a princely (but poor) character in this drama. But that doesn't mean he didn't do a good job of conveying his character. It was a light-hearted show that was fun to watch, but at times Nino's character annoyed me because all he thought about was his family every second of the day to the point where it became ridiculous in a way. |
| 5. | Comments by moonchyld [Rating: 8/10]
pretty funny! has its heartwarming as well as goofy moments.. the kids were adorable to watch~ an-chan! ^^ |
| 6. | Comments by Shiranui [Rating: ?/10]
Nino desu kara! Can't wait for it to come out! Hopes for it to have lots of drama. Hehe. |
| 7. | Comments by fataliste [Rating: 1/10]
Disappointing. |
| 8. | Comments by tachan [Rating: 6/10]
Dissapointment. I know dramas aren't supposed to be realistic, but they really lost me with some of the decisions Taro made at the end. The episode where they made the movie was very funny though. |
| 9. | Comments by Susan [Rating: 9/10]
Probably the best drama of 2007! Ninomiya Kazunari was adorable as Yamada Tarou, in the this delightful story of the bonds of family and friendship. Every episode was engaging and fun! I really enjoyed all of the inside jokes for Arashi fans (Air Guitar!), as well as all the great kids! Everyone did a great job. My only disappointment was that the series left out some very funny stories I heard were in the manga. Oh well! The drama does need to define itself. I wonder if this series will become an anime next? I'd like to see that! |
| 10. | Comments by Nermal [Rating: 7/10]
Not bad, not great... just ok!
I liked the manga better quite frankly but this had it`s cute moments. Gotta love the cast though! The kids are adorable! ^^ |
| 11. | Comments by donna8157 [Rating: 7/10]
This is a cute rendition of the ever popular "Prince and the Pauper" however in this case, they don't switch places and one of them doesn't even pretend to be rich however because of his looks, intelligence, and the way he carries himself, the entire school thinks that he's royalty. The characters in this drama are pretty typical, but I really liked Yamada Taro's character. Ninomiya Kazunari was perfectly cast for this role and played the character very well.
Although the storyline wasn't that great and some of the character were a little annoying in the beginning (ie the Takako who fell in love with Yamada on the premise of him being rich), you develop a fondness for them and that is mainly because of Kazunari's role in their lives. The little kids in this series are just so adorable (Yamada's little brother and sisters), the acting can be very melodramatic but it's not too bad.
I recommend this drama for people who want a cute, fairy-tale like drama. |
| 12. | Comments by Odetted [Rating: ?/10]
Watching~ |
| 13. | Comments by Akiiness [Rating: ?/10]
DROPPED. Probably not the best excuse out there, but Tabe Mikako really annoyed the hell out of me. |
| 14. | Comments by ainangst [Rating: 8/10]
I have to say I agree with SOME of the low rated reviews. I don't think this drama will be as entertaining without all the wonderful cast. The cast are lovely (hence my biasness). They did great with lowsy material to begin with. I can't stand the manga.. funny but annoying. I'm not satisfied with the storyline and they used a lot of cheap tricks to make the audience cry. However, overall it was entertaining.
If I'm not biased I might give this a 6. In the spirit of indulging my biasness, 1 extra point for Happiness and another for MimuTaro :P |
| 15. | Comments by Eyeyore [Rating: 6/10]
So far so good.....very funny. Don't look for their acting skills...it's all far-fetched and exaggerated - that's what draw me to the show. |
| 16. | Comments by hummer [Rating: 7/10]
This was enjoyable, but sometimes the cheese was unbearable. I felt the main girl of the series was insufferable - she simply came off as a whiny, shallow, and simpering golddigger. Some minor details of the drama seem extremely unrealistic, like the age gaps between Taro and his family. For one, his siblings are all considerably younger than him, and his parents also seem way too young. The redeeming points of the drama is it's genuinely cute and funny moments and a handful of the cast's acting talents. |
| 17. | Comments by sawadasmile [Rating: 9/10]
great dorama, but it got a lil boring towards the end to me... but really well done. :) |
| 18. | Comments by Kasuke_Tenshin [Rating: 8/10]
Another drama with Ninomiya kun... *_* |
| 19. | Comments by lynn [Rating: 9/10]
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| 20. | Comments by ct_subang [Rating: 6/10]
Does Nino ever age??he really qualifies being a school kid...kekek...hafta say,love the lil kawaii kids in this one... |
| 21. | Comments by Dr_Pain [Rating: 9/10]
loveable..just loveable...you can easy get teary here TT__TT
But it's okay to do so ;__;"
It's also interesting to see such a poor family.
You learn to aprreciate things much more and get happy much easier ^______^b
Yeah it was really good Dorama..Sho and Nino is a pretty good combination XD |
| 22. | Comments by henrich012 [Rating: 10/10]
one of the best dramas this season |
| 23. | Comments by mrose [Rating: 8/10]
I finished this last night. Two Arashi boys I was so spoiled to see them on one dorama. I love them. I really do. I love the dorama. I enjoyed every minute of it. I watched it for 2 nights. Can you imagine. I cant stop. I was crying all the time. I was laughing all the time. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Both Arashi Boys gave justice to their role. Sho-kun fits the rich Prince. Nino-kun fits the lovable bimbo prince. They were both so lovable. |
| 24. | Comments by shunrei [Rating: 10/10]
After watching 'Kaze no Haruka,' I became a fan of Matsuoka, Mitsuru! That's how I got to watch this JDorama. And I have to say Ninomiya, Kazunari and Sakurai, Shou are hot! |
| 25. | Comments by kireiyuhi [Rating: 8/10]
Hilarious and heart warming. Great Acting by nino and sho. |
| 26. | Comments by Kwiii [Rating: 9/10]
Watched! Liked very much! Delightful! |
| 27. | Comments by natzumi [Rating: 9/10]
touching, funny, best drama of the season. |
| 28. | Comments by x_XJules [Rating: 6/10]
not too great but still kind of cute. i really liked nino's character. he was darling (and i'm not even a nino fan!). surprisingly, the kid actors were pretty good too! |
| 29. | Comments by aliceeatcow [Rating: 8/10]
this is such a great dorama! it is very light-hearted but has those moments that really touch you at the same time. i love how it is pretty consistent and doesn't try to do much at one time, like put in too much love side story to the main story. there were some things wrong with it that didn't benefit the series (such as the teacher side love story) but in all, it was excellent. loved nino's acting and loved the kids.. must see! for full review, check out my site: www.clearblogs.com/arashi |
| 30. | Comments by ananas [Rating: 8/10]
nice |
| 31. | Comments by nienna [Rating: 6/10]
okay.... this show was not what i expected it to be. it's so unlike the manga which i love to read. but i guess ninomiya is kinda cute in a way and i really like sho~~ he's so rich~~! kyaa!!! |
| 32. | Comments by athida [Rating: 10/10]
Really good to watch. And Yamada has the cutest puppy eye looks! <3 |
| 33. | Comments by suzzy [Rating: 9/10]
awwwsome |
| 34. | Comments by butterLiLy [Rating: 6/10]
Cute...But at times, the plot doesn't gave any sense. I was left with "huh?" |
| 35. | Comments by wanderingfish7 [Rating: 7/10]
Nino is always cute. Shou is really cool in this drama. But for the story line, mmm.... ok, not good, not bad. |
| 36. | Comments by aiscess [Rating: 7/10]
It took sometime getting used to it coz I've watched the Taiwanese version first but I started to liked it at around ep4. |
| 37. | Comments by oldasianguy [Rating: 6/10]
OK drama...there were some "cute" scenes....The cast was generally ok and entertaining...but there were a few who were annoying..particularly the 'dead beat' father...who not only was useless but generally is the weirdest looking actor I have ever seen...fangs and all......The plot got weak and scattered at the end..and unsatisfying...... |
| 38. | Comments by Ohmiya [Rating: 10/10]
~AAH!~ i love it |
| 39. | Comments by afrockingirl [Rating: 9/10]
i LOVE this drama. it's family stuff and the supermarket encounters.. LOL.
yay nino~! |
| 40. | Comments by nimadifob [Rating: 7/10]
gets good toward the end |
| 41. | Comments by monta [Rating: ?/10]
no scores. i'm totally biased with the casts (look at those smiles) *ashamed. hehehe*
it was okay, nothing special. the acting wasn't stellar, but it wasn't bad either. one thing for sure, it is funny. the dorama started off really bad, i thought the first episode was really boring. but after the second episode the characters somehow grows on you and makes you wanna know what happens next. what's surprising is that the characters that i thought were annoying becomes less and less annoying as episodes go. still stupid though |
| 42. | Comments by Natsuki07 [Rating: 10/10]
Just love this drama...=) |
| 43. | Comments by nishishi [Rating: 9/10]
First things first i didnt read the manga.... so i cant make any comparison (in fact.. i never read mangas... they give me headache)
Nways... its a lovely dorama... Nino and Sho r great actors, specially nino... but i must agree with those who say that he didnt fit Tarou's character really well.... But still he's a good actor and beside that problem he managed to play his char really well....
The relationship betwen those 3 main characters kind of remind me of Wakaba mo Koro (thnx GOD they didnt use a love-triangle situation!!!)
But if theres sumthing 'bout this dorama that really should be praised... that imo would be the last episode!!! Damn... Yamada Taro Monogatari has one of the best endings i've ever seen!!! Really touching!!!! |
| 44. | Comments by Di@na [Rating: 8/10]
Another extremely cute story from a popular manga.
Firstly I thought that Nino absolutely do not suit to this role of a handsome "prince" because he is more the guy next door and roles like in "STAND UP!!" suits him moor.
Still he proved again what an AWESOME actor he is ( I have to say that he is one of the best actors in Johnnys Ent. FOR SURE!) and played this role very good.
Sho is suits perfectly to this role, I mean, he IS good-looking and it seems like he improved his acting skills a lot.
All in all its a totally cute jdorama BUT when you compare it to similar jdoramas like Hana Yori no Dango..well then I have to say that Yamada Tarou Monogatari is MUCH weaker (especially the settings are not as good as in Hana Yori no Dango). Nevertheless, great actors like Nino or Sho are worth to watch it. ^^ |
| 45. | Comments by Kirari Ililah [Rating: 8/10]
Funny, yet can be cheesy. Cute and a nice combo of two ARASHI members. The kids were cuter though, haha. |
| 46. | Comments by natni [Rating: 7/10]
at first not very interesting....but i finished it finally.....i watched it because of nino and sho.....nino is so sweet....sho is so kakkoi.... |
| 47. | Comments by v1olet [Rating: 10/10]
This dorama is a must watched, especially with 2 arashi member casted together in it. Nino-kun and Sho-kun were damn great. May everyone have a smile in their face. Cheers. |
| 48. | Comments by selphie086 [Rating: 8/10]
Really nice drama starring Nino and Sho. Hilarious and great acting. |
| 49. | Comments by yurifly [Rating: 8/10]
story was rather random and pointless, but nino and sho are cute...and all the kids, omg, aren't they the cutest things...I don't like the main girl's character that much...i found her fantasy rather annoying, although she did a great job with it. Overall it was enjoyable though. Oh I swear, Sho is in love with Nino, or rather Mimura with Yamada....the way he looks at Yamada...if thats not a crush, i dont know what to call it. |
| 50. | Comments by Fye_D.Flowright [Rating: 9/10]
If it is not based on manga, I definitely will give this drama 10/10. I think all the fanz of Ai Morinaga will frust with the storyline of this drama. But those who didn't follow the manga, like me..will agree that this is one of the best drama this year. I like the way Ninomiya present himself as an elder brother of 3 brothers and 3 sisters. A very responsibility guy..and honest..the way he try to make his family happy together is such a huge sacrifice to him. But sometimes, I can't see him as a Prince like Ikegami san admired on. Princely attitude is much more shining on Mimura-kun (Sho). If I'm one the girl in that class, I definitely will faint each time I saw Mimura looking and smile at me. ^^! Sho didn't bring much interest on me, but I love the way Mimura Takuya is. Cool..serious and sometimes caring about his friend..thats it..the main thing that every girl in the Ichinomiya crazy with. But the thing that bring much interest on this drama for me is, Tabe Mikako and all the sisters and brothers of Taro kun.. |
| 51. | Comments by nurul addina [Rating: 10/10]
love nino and sho, hehehehehe |
| 52. | Comments by expanzee [Rating: 10/10]
Another school dorama. Nino's perf was okay but I think Sakurai did a good job. And Tabe Mikako is so cute! |
| 53. | Comments by AjiKan [Rating: ?/10]
TO DOWNLOAD |
| 54. | Comments by pinkokoro [Rating: 8/10]
COMPLETE. |
| 55. | Comments by inamoto_yoi [Rating: 10/10]
Very good drama.I hope i can be like a Yamada Taro kun. |
| 56. | Comments by dirtypink [Rating: 8/10]
it was really funny and fun!
but the last two episodes lost my interest.
there was no real plot to it except telling the story of yamda. ninomiya is so adorable. |
| 57. | Comments by irwinner [Rating: 7/10]
An ok comedy. |
| 58. | Comments by simpletoad [Rating: 9/10]
nino won best actor for this drama right ? that alone speaks enough . but sakurai needs to improve on his acting skills . |
| 59. | Comments by Jhvx [Rating: 10/10]
Very touching dorama and also funny at the same time, it tells the importance of family and friendship
Soundtrack deserves a 10/10 |
| 60. | Comments by kaitosan20 [Rating: 5/10]
one of the worst drama i ever watched...it was disapoining. |
| 61. | Comments by Maiuuri [Rating: 7/10]
Funny at times but Ninomiya Kazunari really doesn't fit the roll of a princelike character... thats the only thing that bugged me...that and him working almost 24/7 and not looking like the undead. |
| 62. | Comments by dreamer10231 [Rating: 9/10]
funny and interesting...with sho and nino, amazing...watched this a second time around... |
| 63. | Comments by jessiesoon [Rating: 8/10]
the dad is.... :(
maa ii...sho to kazunari no tame ni....i will finish it!
sakurai sho is so cute with his itazura smile.....wicked!! love it...
but chou kandou in de end... |
| 64. | Comments by marspeach [Rating: 7/10]
Cheesy but cute show. Not a must-watch but not a waste of time either. I couldn't help from getting totally frustrated with the Yamada parents' irresponsibility though. |
| 65. | Comments by jindo [Rating: 9/10]
Hillarious. |
| 66. | Comments by yo-chan [Rating: 10/10]
<3 |
| 67. | Comments by Vinny_Duvet [Rating: ?/10]
5 серий, 6-ую немного посмотрел |
| 68. | Comments by TakumaSan [Rating: 4/10]
horrible.. only watched it cuz i liked Arashi
but now i dont like them LOL |
| 69. | Comments by pochichan [Rating: 5/10]
Like the manga best. Seems there's something missing with Nino's expression.. the character in the manga is much more funnier |
| 70. | Comments by weirdsally [Rating: 5/10]
It was a cute drama but I definitely don't think Ninomiya was right for the role though I love his acting. I think it was pleasant to watch although a little too ridiculous and the characters seemed much too shallow. |
| 71. | Comments by azngelique [Rating: 6/10]
its cute.. funny.. |
| 72. | Comments by jey92 [Rating: 10/10]
Shou and Nino are the best in this drama..<3 |
| 73. | Comments by koala_bry [Rating: 9/10]
it's an enjoyable dorama...it's funny and sometimes, really touching!! really good dorama!! and tabe mikako is just soooooo cute in this dorama!! an instant crush..she just took my heart!! on___no a special thumbs up to the character yamada itsuko(the kuroke girl in the first episode) she's just an amazing actress for her age!! can't wait to see her more!! tabe mikako mo!! gyaboooo n___n anyone know what's her real name? i think she played the young aiko(ishihara satomi) in hanayome to papa..right? |
| 74. | Comments by chibichan [Rating: 8/10]
Nino as poor guy but have a face of prince. very nice story, watching it proves to me that Nino is a good actor, Sho is cute also |
| 75. | Comments by oonqy [Rating: 8/10]
is so funnie... as well as heart-warming ~
Nino is really a gd actor.. while sakurai really has the pose of a rich guy, i guess not much difference from his real identity hahaha.. but nonetheless his snigger smile is one of the main characteristic in the dorama ~
the last epi is jus soooo touching~ cried like mad..
lastly , the children are so cute ! |
| 76. | Comments by EstherM [Rating: 7/10]
One doesn't need much braincells to watch this. It's good fun and not to be taken seriously. Two JE boys lead so there is some fun service. |
| 77. | Comments by mmyy [Rating: 8/10]
Sho didn't get to act much but Nino is perfect as usual. Entertaining, light and easy. |
| 78. | Comments by michimaru [Rating: 8/10]
yay Nino! a sweet family drama. |
| 79. | Comments by natsumi_chan06 [Rating: 5/10]
waste of time. |
| 80. | Comments by room304 [Rating: 2/10]
what an awful drama... despite ninomiya who tried his best with the bad script there's nothing worth watching |
| 81. | Comments by loveaomori [Rating: 7/10]
Has its good moments. Like the scenes in the supermarket etc.. I found it very japanese! It reminded me of the obbachan who make a screen out to you to get some sushi or fresh products when there are sale! But there are quite stupid times in this dorama. Going to university can only be a benefit for his family! He will get a better job, more money to support his family! He's too stubborn in this aspect! |
| 82. | Comments by jugatsu15 [Rating: 10/10]
Love the concept of the story. I'm giving it a 10 since I didn't get bored watching it. |
| 83. | Comments by Takashi [Rating: 7/10]
pretty good, nice story, not enough love scene!~ |
| 84. | Comments by mr_dreamboy [Rating: 7/10]
honestly one of the less interesting dramas i have watched... even though most dramas are repetative this one was very lengthy and ongoing, it has its moments but not one of the best ones if have seen, its worth watching, you wont feel dissapointed, and thats about it |
| 85. | Comments by jPs34n [Rating: 7/10]
This drama was not that bad. |
| 86. | Comments by katsup [Rating: 9/10]
I watched this drama so quick, it was soo addictive. Ninomiya is so hysterical and Sho was sooo cute :) |
| 87. | Comments by ScrappedShinigami [Rating: 8/10]
Just finished this, it was a fun drama wasn't taxing on the Brain the storyline was simple but sweet. I'm not a fan of Nino at all but his character was sweet and likable.
I absolutely LOVED the relationship between Torri and Ehara I could be biased because Ehara was played by Yoshizawa Hisashi but they were just so funny and so cute at the same time ^0^
It's not exciting enough to give it a higher mark but it's sweet and entertaining in my opinion =D |
| 88. | Comments by hendry [Rating: 10/10]
For those who had read the manga are already known but for those who haven't this is "A MUST WATCHED" dorama |
| 89. | Comments by karmanova [Rating: 9/10]
Adorable! loved it loved it loved it! |
| 90. | Comments by rei-desu [Rating: 9/10]
funny.. try also this.. |
| 91. | Comments by delaciel [Rating: 8/10]
Fun to watch!! First Sho's drama that I watched. ^^ He looks like a oji-sama here LOL |
| 92. | Comments by kijoken [Rating: 9/10]
really goood! |
| 93. | Comments by weetzie_bat [Rating: 8/10]
it's light & sweet. nino & sho are charming. the kids are cute. |
| 94. | Comments by CopsAndAutobots [Rating: 7/10]
Nino! :) this was a sweet show. |
| 95. | Comments by chazarst [Rating: 7/10]
I didn't read the manga, so I can't make any comparison.
I thought the drama was ok. The plot was pretty typical (the importance of familial bonds over money), but I thought the comedic and serious scenes complimented each other.
However, the cast was quite disappointing. Tabe Mikako was average, Sakurai Sho was borderline horrible, and Ninomiya didn't fit the role (even if he is a good actor). |
| 96. | Comments by ryouji [Rating: 10/10]
i think this is the first drama that i watch whose ninomiya kazunari in it... And this drama pulled me to support ninomiya and sakurai!! |
| 97. | Comments by laylai [Rating: ?/10]
watching 2/10 |
| 98. | Comments by snow_san [Rating: 3/10]
6th episode was nice. 9th slightly touching. |
| 99. | Comments by nickylynn [Rating: 6/10]
It was ok. Liked Sho and Nino. |
| 100. | Comments by daniela [Rating: 6/10]
warukunai yo, demo..I think I have enough of dramas showing extreme poverty like this one..and Mimoru character is somehow featureless (if this is the right word), we do not know anything about him except his passion for games and his desire to be recognized by his grandfather in ikebana and I think it is pity..come to think of it, all characters somehow suck.. |
| 101. | Comments by monstakarotte [Rating: 7/10]
Funny! Nino is a nice an-chan ~ |
| 102. | Comments by Oba-chan [Rating: 9/10]
Great acting from nino n sho..
Fresh story and great ending, i like it..
Soundtrack: Happiness (Arashi): 9 |
| 103. | Comments by Spider [Rating: 8/10]
One of the first JDorama's I ever watched and it was a good family drama that is both funny and touching! Recommended! |
| 104. | Comments by Gork [Rating: 7/10]
wasn't too bad, easy to watch I guess. tabe was REALLY annoying at first when she was in her gold-digger stage. nino is a good actor but i definitely can't see him as a convincing Yamada Taro (he's not hot enough? LOL). sho was a good mimura takuya but I felt that his was just a two dimensional side character and they did not give many scenes or much character development, which is a waste in my opinion!! |
| 105. | Comments by krome [Rating: 2/10]
There's nothing to say. It's trash. |
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