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| 1. | It's wonderful [Rating: 10/10]
This dorama is very wonderful. The story is kinda simple, but it's very funny. Sena's play is very great. The songs are soooo sweet. I don't know what should I say about this dorama again. All I can say is that it's very wonderful. The actors are very cool, especially Kimura Takuya!
You'd better watch it yourself, if you haven't. You won't regret it. |
| Reviewed by Minna on 3 June 2001 |
| 2. | Sweet tones [Rating: 9/10]
I reckon this dorama as a touching and sweet one. I especially love the romantic song which Senna played for Minami. The song was so sweet that it will certainly melt your heart. Some characters were kinda weird, like Momoko, but the storyline was awesome and caused mixed emotion. It' a lovely dorama. |
| Reviewed by Iing on 4 June 2001 |
| 3. | Great music [Rating: 7/10]
The storyline is good and the actors all put in very convincing performances but what really stands out about this show is the music. The significance of each scene was portrayed very clearly through the music that was used. Without the great music, I believe this show would not have become the well-loved classic that it is !! |
| Reviewed by esther27 on 4 June 2001 |
| 4. | Entertaining [Rating: 7/10]
This show is really entertaining and has a superb cast.My personal fave is Yutaka,with his bearded look he simply lights up the screen whenever he appears.The story,well,can be said to be one of its kind in its era,but I guess I will enjoy it more if other doramas don't use the same plot over and over again,which kinda makes this show look...well...plain if you don't watch it first.However,that's not neccesarily a bad thing as a quite similiar drama to Long Vacation,Overtime,has bettered it.Takuya's acting is still the same,totally no changes in whichever drama he acts in,Though he is still comfortable to look at,it can be kinda a drag at times.(heaved a huge sigh of relief when I saw him in HERO,finally some changes).The music is good,but I think it's over-hyped.In conclusion,I still think this drama does stand out from the rest and it's worth the $. |
| Reviewed by GunGod on 15 June 2001 |
| 5. | Good dorama [Rating: 8/10]
The first dorama I watched.. very good plot and play. The music is very nice too.. don't miss this one! |
| Reviewed by wellyw on 1 July 2001 |
| 6. | Not as good as I expected [Rating: 6/10]
Takuya was as good as always, the plot was quite good too, but not as good as I thought it would be. Since Iｴm a fan of Love generation I wished that Matsu Takako was the one to end up with Senna. I even thought that Minami was very annoying and drunk all the time. Tomoko isnｴt even pretty. |
| Reviewed by jellocream on 7 July 2001 |
| 7. | It's one of the best drama! [Rating: 10/10]
Long Vacation is one of the best drama series that i ever watched. It's funny, sweet and very touching when their relationship gets closer. I think both Minami and Takuya acted in this drama very well. |
| Reviewed by ping_bong on 5 August 2001 |
| 8. | wad a lousy show [Rating: 1/10]
This is a boring show, don't watch this show. |
| Reviewed by affleck on 6 September 2001 |
| 9. | sexiiii movie.... [Rating: 10/10]
woa! takuya is really great! he's made senna alive! both senna and minami are soooo stupid to hide themself... but i do think that's the sexiest part in this drama... when they finally realize that they actually loving each other and not just missing each other...... |
| Reviewed by Evelyn Takuya on 14 September 2001 |
| 10. | Long Vacation [Rating: 8/10]
Nice story eventhough at first it was boring.. but this drama make me wanted to play piano again (Infact I don't play for 5 years). I always dreaming to play like as greatest as I could (like final episode when Senna play in a concert) & I know I still can get better. Thank's Takuya for this great performances (act).
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| Reviewed by Amirul on 1 October 2001 |
| 11. | Worth watching [Rating: 10/10]
I especially love the script. It really does sound like real normal conversation. It's not like some lousy drama the moment you hear they speak, you know they're acting. |
| Reviewed by aleen84 on 7 November 2001 |
| 12. | A beautiful though long Vacation [Rating: 10/10]
This is the absolute best drama I have ever watched.What I like best about this story is that it gives those down an encouraging pull.Yamaguchi's acting is certainly the most natural,and Kimura well expressed emotions simply just makes one ask for more.It also has a side of humour and one of the best soundtracks ever. |
| Reviewed by Dixie on 9 December 2001 |
| 13. | shOrt VacatiOn [Rating: 8/10]
I love this series! Although its not my fav. but i love the music and songs~ Some of the part are emotional too~ I enjoy watching it~
And yes, they're making LV2!! OMG, Takizawa will be with us too !! |
| Reviewed by Michi on 10 December 2001 |
| 14. | great drama [Rating: 10/10]
this drama tells us that AGE DOESNT MATTER~!~!~!~ |
| Reviewed by yutaka_takenouchi on 13 December 2001 |
| 15. | Great drama [Rating: 9/10]
The drama tells us about adult relationship and how they overcome their problems.The song for this drama is great.I think LV2 is will be just as good |
| Reviewed by curian4 on 17 December 2001 |
| 16. | awesome!!!! [Rating: 8/10]
this drama is very interesting...the love story between senna&minami is great.and songs are really good...really match to this drama |
| Reviewed by queenofrave on 23 December 2001 |
| 17. | great show [Rating: 9/10]
i bought this drama b'cuz of all the hype about it..and when i bought it.. i must say i wasn't disappointed! my mom who dosen't like jap dramas said it was very entertaining! she particularly liked takuya's acting..praising it as highly skilled as he potrayed his character's feelings in a subtle way in which many japanese artists cannot.. i highly recommend this drama! certainly not one to be missed... |
| Reviewed by nipbutt on 30 December 2001 |
| 18. | Long Vacation [Rating: 10/10]
Long Vacation dorama is really great .It's unbelievealbe if anyone don't like this dorama .The song is also great ,a mix between classic and pop .I hope there will be Long Vacation 2 . |
| Reviewed by wilson_mark on 6 January 2002 |
| 19. | Need we say more? [Rating: 10/10]
This is a classic. Regardless of what others had said, it has the best soundtrack in all Japanese dramas. And the setting is wonderful. Every character stands out in this drama and many people have watched it umpteen times. This is the only drama I feel which brings together the best of the actors in Japan. Yamaguchi, Takuya,Yutaka, Ryoko and all. And the wonderful theme song. The great mood created throughout the whole drama due to the fabulous acting as well as the music. Great chemistry between Takuya and Yamaguchi. Don't miss it if u call urself a japanese drama fan. |
| Reviewed by takuyee on 10 January 2002 |
| 20. | Great enough! [Rating: 8/10]
The story is very touching. Some scenes can make me sad. But I think it's a bit bored.
I love Minami's character here. |
| Reviewed by thee on 16 February 2002 |
| 21. | greatest of all! [Rating: 10/10]
i really love this drama.You will never get bored but you will laugh till the end of the drama.I like Minami very much.The soundtrack is great too.Eventhough the drama was produced in 1996,but it is still worth watching in the 21st century.
"don't worry,be happy" |
| Reviewed by oshio_minahmi on 7 March 2002 |
| 22. | Don't miss it [Rating: 10/10]
If you're going to watch just one J Drama, you gotta watch Long Vacation. This has to be one of the best dramas ever produced. Fabulous story line and the characters were greatly portrayed by an all star cast. I especially enjoyed Inamori's character. She was hilarious. Trust me, go rent this one!! |
| Reviewed by Guam Viewer on 10 April 2002 |
| 23. | Great & Funny Too [Rating: 8/10]
It's really great to watch, especially for those who like light love story. The characters are funny, and Takuya gave a very good performace. |
| Reviewed by juita_ejet on 7 May 2002 |
| 24. | Best of the best! [Rating: 10/10]
One of my favorites. The ending was no surprises! Typical Kimura type character and Yamaguchi's character could drive people crazy!! Her character will stay with you for a while. The sound track is simply great and I have the 3 CD version in my collection. Good romantic plot, amazing cast and good music, just cannot beat this combination. they don't make dorama like this anymore!
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| Reviewed by jdfan on 1 July 2002 |
| 25. | boring life [Rating: 9/10]
In the dram...we can c how boring is Sena's life....ok, the drama with lots of music impact. |
| Reviewed by sayyes on 4 September 2002 |
| 26. | A Long Vocation [Rating: 9/10]
Not the best I have ever watched. But I have just had a long vocation. So it's a moving drama for me.
It's like the piano that can express the pianoist's emotion. This drama will also echo in the heart of those who have experienced a long vocation. |
| Reviewed by iamhuzhe on 12 January 2003 |
| 27. | Classic [Rating: 10/10]
What can I say? It's one of my favorite dramas. Kimura Takuya, Yamaguchi Tomoko, Takenouchi Yutaka, Matsu Takako, and Ryo. A legendary cast in their early careers as actors and actresses. Great drama and great classic love story. If you have not seen this, you should see it right now!!!! Don't miss out. |
| Reviewed by Golfguy45 on 20 April 2003 |
| 28. | Different music from other dramas! [Rating: 8/10]
I loved the music! So groory and catchy! "Here we go again" is my fave song in the series! Just can't get enough of the song, been listenin to it over and over! The first rap-song I've really liked!
Loved Inamori Izumi part's as Momoko, a funny/weird person who gives weird advices to Tomoko Yamaguchi (Minami) but useful and unique!
overhyped series by others but worht watchin!
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| Reviewed by Pemu on 23 April 2003 |
| 29. | Poor Taku... [Rating: 8/10]
Arghh...I hate Taku this time...Can't he see younger and pretier Takako?? minus 1 point <from me...>
but the music is nice, that's why it is still a worth watch drama... |
| Reviewed by matsuers on 6 May 2003 |
| 30. | SUGOI!~ [Rating: 10/10]
great drama!
great plot..
the beginning might put u to sleep..but hang on!
the interesting part is just about to come!
i've watched this drama more than 5 times!!
just love it!
the soundtrack is very soothing too!~ |
| Reviewed by juliana_phang on 21 June 2003 |
| 31. | Watch this with your gf! .....errr.....yah! [Rating: 8/10]
While picking up this drama I was humming "KimuTaku/Matsu", but that's not what this one's about. In fact, I really really really dislike Matsu's character. Yutaka made a good playboy in this one cuz well, he looks like one. I did enjoy this drama. But one thing that I disliked was the hype. Thank you friends. |
| Reviewed by gizm092 on 23 August 2003 |
| 32. | The JDorama standard [Rating: 10/10]
To paraphrase a fellow JDorama.com colleague I would say "this is the dorama that sets the standard for all other doramas. The music, storyline, and actors all seemed to fit in harmony. Towards the end I felt sad; but not because of the storyline. I felt sad because everything was resolved and the dorama was over. It has that kind of effect on people; Like a good RPG |
| Reviewed by Uchiha Potato on 23 September 2003 |
| 33. | SOOOOOO GOOD [Rating: 10/10]
i love the story, i love the ending, i love them both |
| Reviewed by cola_cherry on 28 September 2003 |
| 34. | One of the better ones.. [Rating: 8/10]
As expected...many reviews on this one. I'll put in my 2 cents as well: well written and well acted. Inamori's antics and acting will crack you up. Really like Okusawa in this one...
Lite, funny and a recommended watch |
| Reviewed by contiki on 15 November 2003 |
| 35. | AWSOME [Rating: 9/10]
This drama needs no introduction. Great cast, great story. Great music. A+++. Whenever I hear the theme song "La La Love Song", I always get a smile on my face. It loses one point for Matsu Takako, who I hated so much in this drama that I never want to watch anything with her in it again! |
| Reviewed by Hibiki-san on 18 November 2003 |
| 36. | Supreb [Rating: 10/10]
This Drama and Love generation I honestly think are the to best Jdorama's ever made. Gotta see this one Tomoko and Matsu are both so beautiful. Takuya is just insanely popular and is a great actor and not to mention Yukata. He is just the man. |
| Reviewed by Ryo_San on 12 December 2003 |
| 37. | Lurve this show. [Rating: 9/10]
one of my earliest Kimura show. love the story, love the cast, love the soundtrack. |
| Reviewed by kook05 on 29 December 2003 |
| 38. | like it [Rating: 9/10]
watched it very long time ago, I remember I enjoyed watching it very much, like it, like the ending too. Yutaka's eyes captured me, it was the first time I started to notice him although I saw him in other dramas. |
| Reviewed by ladyelf on 30 December 2003 |
| 39. | A Must See [Rating: 10/10]
Great dorama, amazing chemistry between Yamaguchi Tomoko and Takuya, and it is an added bonus that yutaka is in it. Highly recommended. |
| Reviewed by dys199 on 20 January 2004 |
| 40. | A wonderful & inspirational show [Rating: 10/10]
This is one of the best Jap drama I have ever watch and I dare to say that its worth watching over and over again. Just like one of the dialogue in the drama mentioned: "If there are any upset in one's life, just treat it as a Long Vacation from God". For anyone who havent watch it, go for it. This drama does withstand the test of time. |
| Reviewed by kinkikids on 28 January 2004 |
| 41. | A wonderful & inspirational show [Rating: 10/10]
This is one of the best Jap drama I have ever watch and I dare to say that its worth watching over and over again. Just like one of the dialogue in the drama mentioned: "If there are any upset in one's life, just treat it as a Long Vacation from God". For anyone who havent watch it, go for it. This drama does withstand the test of time. |
| Reviewed by kinkikids on 28 January 2004 |
| 42. | sugoku tanoshii [Rating: 9/10]
This drama got me hooked at first sight. The story manages to avoid clichés, and I love the acting of Yamaguchi and her engurisu sentences (" Yeah ! Comu On ! Letsu Go ! " :D ). I also liked Inamori Izumi, so cute and fun that I put her picture on my wall ! Andof course, Kimura Takuya is great. |
| Reviewed by Sanglyon on 11 February 2004 |
| 43. | Great dorama ever made [Rating: 10/10]
Great acting by Takuya and Tomoko, great soundtrack and music background. Although Minami isn't cute enough but i like this type of girl, cheerfull and easy going. |
| Reviewed by mojack on 12 February 2004 |
| 44. | worth your time [Rating: 10/10]
Great Story::
The story is all about life, love, and relationships. All of the lives were intertwined with each other which makes for interesting interactions between the characteres... the love match-ups kept me guessing until the very end.
Great Acting:
Yamaguchi (Minami) steals this show. Her acting was very believable, real and natural.
Kimura (Senna) fits the role of the loner pianist perfectly.
The hidden "gems" in this show were::
Inamori (Momoko) was hilarious!!! She has the best facial expressions!!
Hirosue Ryoko, although a small part, was such a stand out that I ended up watching another of her dramas (Summer Snow) and now I'm a fan :)
In Summary:
A great show you can watch over and over... for the laughs and the beautiful faces. My favorite jdorama!!! |
| Reviewed by jondy78 on 13 March 2004 |
| 45. | One Of The Best Doramas! [Rating: 10/10]
This is one of the first doramas that I have ever seen and after watching 100 doramas it is still one of my top favourites. Takuya is so adorable in this one, and the chemistry between the two leads is amazing. You have to watch this if you never seen it yet. |
| Reviewed by dys199 on 17 March 2004 |
| 46. | wakara nai [Rating: 10/10]
overall the dorama was good the cast, story, soundtrack etc..... but the ending was a big dissapointment. i'm expecting a great ending that can fit in this great dorama. |
| Reviewed by zchendevlemh on 30 March 2004 |
| 47. | great series [Rating: 10/10]
great series.....from what ive seen of kimutaku this has been one of my favorites of his. in my opinion the story will grab early on. also being a musician myself, this is a story i could definately relate to. good stuff...bonus points if you play piano!! |
| Reviewed by kazuichikun on 5 April 2004 |
| 48. | Great Music [Rating: 7/10]
I think this show is overrated. I did not really see the love connection between the two. The story line is okay but the music for this show is wonderfully done. |
| Reviewed by kiba92 on 14 April 2004 |
| 49. | The best of the best [Rating: 10/10]
The first one I saw and still one of, if not the best. I watch this over and over and never get tired of it. |
| Reviewed by Shani on 31 May 2004 |
| 50. | why is this drama so great? [Rating: 4/10]
i just struggled through this drama, thinking that something great was going to happen 'any time now' but nothing ever came to pass... why do people love it so much? i'm under the impression that people like it because 'my favorite actor is in it' or 'that girl is soo cute!' which is good, i guess, if you're a superficial 12 year old, but if you sit down and think about it, this drama is pretty much a bunch of random junk thrown together, it's not the worst i've seen, but i'd be lying if i said i wasn't disappointed... |
| Reviewed by gqstyle09 on 8 June 2004 |
| 51. | One of the best [Rating: 10/10]
My first contact with J-dorama and it got me hooked. It's a bit old but still one of the best. I liked the pianotheme and enjoyed every episode. It's romantic, funny and has a powerful ending. The acting is great all over. Of all the dorama I've watched so far, I rate this one as no 3. |
| Reviewed by kaonashi on 10 June 2004 |
| 52. | The Best MoviEe [Rating: ?/10]
KimuTaku... I Love yaa... !! |
| Reviewed by MoRe^ReeN on 16 June 2004 |
| 53. | Satisfying [Rating: 8/10]
Although KT's character of Shuji pisses me off sometimes with his lack of actions in the beginning-In the end he finally pulls through and expresses himself which I found very satisfying. |
| Reviewed by doramaddict on 2 July 2004 |
| 54. | The Best JDorama I've Ever Seen after Tokyo Love S [Rating: 10/10]
The first JDorama I saw is The Tokyo Love Story ... but The Long Vacation was the first JDorma which made me get hooked on JDorama ... very much in love with Takuya Kimura and Tomoko Yamaguchi either personally or when portraying their characters as Senna Hidetoshi and Minami Hayama ... |
| Reviewed by Ladd on 21 August 2004 |
| 55. | awesome performances by... [Rating: 9/10]
yamaguchi tomoko was simply brilliant. she showed alot of range and gave easily the best female performance i have ever seen. she can be cute/perky, angry, depressed, kind/gentle, or sexy. very versatile
inamori izumi was great as the goofy best friend. her facial expressions cracks me up everytime, look forward to seeing more of her in other shows |
| Reviewed by kikkuman on 25 September 2004 |
| 56. | An amazing surprise [Rating: 9/10]
I wasn't quite keen on watching this series but am really glad I finished it. The storyline is pretty straightforward but the character development of Sena and Minami is flawless. The acting is superb all round too, especially Takuya Kimura and Tomoko Yamaguchi. I thought they were perfectly casted for their roles. This is one of the best dramas I've watched (Beautiful Life is still no.1, IMO). There isn't much action (unlike Seikei Bijin where there's always something interesting going on). This series mainly revolves around the relationship of the 6 main characters. Can get quite draggy at times (which is why I didn't give a 10) but overall, still a good watch.
Great soundtrack too! I wanna download all the songs! |
| Reviewed by hugefan on 16 October 2004 |
| 57. | CLasSiC! [Rating: 10/10]
yeaH. this drama is such a cLassic fOr all j drama-lOvers... tHough it's 8 years agO, please dO catch it if you have never watched it befOre! you wOn't regret...nice pLot...niCe actOrs and actresses...heart-feLt Love...very sOothing music and soundtracKs...Just Love it! this shOw reaLLy had a great impact on mY life...i m sO addicted to takuya since then! =P |
| Reviewed by viOLet harukO on 11 November 2004 |
| 58. | greatest opening song in a dorama ever!!! [Rating: 9/10]
great ost, but i prefer love generation for the story rather than long vacation. |
| Reviewed by yon on 15 December 2004 |
| 59. | the best dorama [Rating: 10/10]
even if u've watched it 4 thousand times,, |
| Reviewed by MoRe^ReeN on 15 January 2005 |
| 60. | The BEST! [Rating: 10/10]
this is the best japanese drama i've ever watched... plus, this is my first time i watched such dramas.. and now i fell in love with it ..^^ |
| Reviewed by cookielmy on 20 February 2005 |
| 61. | Nice Nice NICE!! [Rating: 10/10]
This is my second favourite..just after Beautiful Life..this drama has the nicest OST.. and Takuya Kimura's acting is really good...this show has a very out standing love story.. ^^ this show is highly recommended to everyone.. espescially to Takuya Kimura's fanss |
| Reviewed by cookielmy on 25 February 2005 |
| 62. | Long Vacation [Rating: 10/10]
Perfect love comedy drama I'ved ever watch from castings, story and musics. |
| Reviewed by RoseK on 26 February 2005 |
| 63. | light-hearted, weird [Rating: 7/10]
cute, light-hearted, though weird sometimes. i'm not a big fan of tomoko either. |
| Reviewed by miriya52 on 2 March 2005 |
| 64. | This drama is so romantic.. [Rating: 10/10]
Sena is so cute..He's just a guy you wanna really protect..!
he's like a baby..T_T
I love Takuya Kimura here...perfect performance..PERFECT!
I liked Minami, too..She was not like a typical Japanese girl..
Well done!! I liked all the cast here..
This drama is a classic!! |
| Reviewed by ilovetakuya on 22 May 2005 |
| 65. | BEST DRAMA EVER WATCH [Rating: 10/10]
THE BEST DRAMA I'VE EVER WATCHED. I LIKE THE COMBINATION OF SENNA & MINAMI SAN. I LIKE ALL THE SOUNDTRACK IN THIS DRAMA. KIMURA GOT THE RULEZZZZZZ |
| Reviewed by SYILA78 on 31 May 2005 |
| 66. | Tomoko! [Rating: 10/10]
only 11 episodes.. it was too short T.T pity Sena and Minami made it too late... we could see only few scenes in which they're happy together. I once was quite a great fan of Matsu Takako but actually prefered Yamaguchi Tomoko in this dorama. Tomoko is great!!! plan to watch 'undo'... an Iwai Shunji movie she starred in. Kimura Takuya looked good with Matsu Takako or with Fukatsu Eri in later doramas, but I prefer him with Yamaguchi Tomoko... |
| Reviewed by wandering alice on 25 June 2005 |
| 67. | Great actors/actresses and the roles they played r [Rating: 10/10]
Great acting and the characters they played by Takuya Kimura and Tomoko Yamaguchi. Takuya suits very well with his matured character and Tomoko plays her role as if she's having a blast. The supporting actress Izumi Inamori is great as well. But I think Yutaka Takenouchi is kind of lanky in his role. |
| Reviewed by coolbreeze on 8 August 2005 |
| 68. | My favorite Jdorama of all time. [Rating: 10/10]
Long Vacation remains to this day my favorite Jdorama of all time. The story, the cast, the OST, the pop culture influence it created - it is simply a classic. The story is simply but very moving and certain scenes left a deep impression on me, especially the conversations between Sena and Minami. Long Vacation is an apt title to describe where the main characters are at - it's about the period of time when people come at a crossroad and they're lost about what to do with themselves. The chemistry between Takuya Kimura and Tomoko Yamaguchi is simply spectacular and untoppable. Tomoko makes her character very fascinating with her bursts of energetic intensity and moments of vulnerability. Takuya shows his true depth as an actor here with his touching portrayal of Sena. Two thumbs WAY UP! |
| Reviewed by shanghai_honey on 26 September 2005 |
| 69. | A Great Drama [Rating: 10/10]
This is a fabulous drama with a rich storyline and excellent acting. It creates such an interest in the character you feel like youn want life to work out for them so much that your heart will break if it doesn't end happily. Along with Pride it is my favorite Kimura Takuya drama who is simply a great actor, not just an incredibly handsome man. He play so many different roles with such believability that you feel he has become his character. The music is also quite beautiful and the ending is really nice. Don't miss it, it's great!!!!! |
| Reviewed by nickpoliseno on 19 October 2005 |
| 70. | Another timeless masterpiece [Rating: 9/10]
Similar to GTO (1998), Long Vacation (1996) is a timeless masterpiece. I personally find dorama produced in the 1990s are much better. In a month's time, Long Vacation will be 10 years old! |
| Reviewed by zhixiong on 2 December 2005 |
| 71. | excellent acting! [Rating: 9/10]
bought in malaysia in 2005.. this playback of kimura's youth time had made me even more in love with this cutie.. the short clip after the end credits was pretty humorous.. perfect drama which just suits the eyes.. |
| Reviewed by kiimura+akuya on 8 January 2006 |
| 72. | classic [Rating: 10/10]
this is a classic!
It should be #1, can't believe stupid Summer Snow is above this. |
| Reviewed by Kana Bana on 15 January 2006 |
| 73. | My fave... [Rating: 10/10]
Probably my favourite Japanese drama...
and the main reason for that lies in the wonderful ending. A lot of shows that I watch are great, but fumble the ending. This one though I thought nailed it. And then of course there's Kimura. He's just fun to watch... |
| Reviewed by InuStar on 5 February 2006 |
| 74. | Best so far [Rating: 10/10]
One of the first dorama's i watched and still the best so far. I never get sick of watching this one. It's a great love story that brings accross the emotions and feelings of the two main characters better than any other dorama i've seen. A must see dorama! |
| Reviewed by fhanggi on 9 February 2006 |
| 75. | breakthrough in new generation jdramas [Rating: 8/10]
watched this drama quite some time ago, but it really is one of the best dramas around (too bad it's outdated for this age). it has a nice storyline, great cast (ahem, kimura made his name thru this one), great soundtrack.
all in all, it's a great story about an aspiring pianist tolerating a free-loader woman who's a few years older than him. the relationship is tolerable despite their age differences coz they really do look good together :) |
| Reviewed by youhei_mito on 19 February 2006 |
| 76. | the best of the japanese drama [Rating: 10/10]
this was a very good drama. the perfect japanese drama for takuya kimura.. even this quite old but i still like this.. the best drama. |
| Reviewed by Catono Minamoto on 20 March 2006 |
| 77. | Superb! A definite masterpiece! [Rating: 10/10]
One of the few doramas I'd call a masterpiece. Tomoko's acting was definitely outstanding and the rest of the all-star cast played their roles quite convincingly. The music in this jdorama is very well selected and well used throughout all the episodes. While the story was not uncommon, the cast brought the characters to life in a very classy manner. A great ending as well, bravo!! |
| Reviewed by Shindou on 5 April 2006 |
| 78. | WONDERFUL!!!!!! [Rating: 10/10]
kimutaku and yamaguchi tomoko at their best! this is my all time favorite drama! its great! its funny and enjoyable. kimutaku's character, sena is very cool and sweet while minami is very spontaneous and enjoyable. what do you get when you put them together? the best drama ever! |
| Reviewed by aznpride26 on 14 April 2006 |
| 79. | BORED N LOUSY DRAMA [Rating: 1/10]
I wonder why some people rating this drama so high??? Are thet vote bcoz of Takuya?? Vote for quality!! a bored drama.i keep fowarding when i watching.We can predict what happen after that.. |
| Reviewed by lov_aya85 on 2 September 2006 |
| 80. | One of the Best [Rating: 9/10]
I know everyone loves this Drama and I feel the same way.
The story was very simple and beautifully portrayed by Tomoko and Takuya. Tomoko was and still remains one of the best actresses ever for Jdorama's. Every song in the drama was very well selected and created a great upbeat atmosphere for the show. What made the Drama for me was that it did not seem like they we acting at all, everything seemed to flow so naturally. And I have to give props to the rest of the cast too, they all did an amazing job portraying their characters. My only grip would be to Takako, She seemed a bit to innocent to me, I guess there are girls out there that dont have their first kiss until 23 or 24 but I find it hard to believe a character as beautiful would wait that long. Anybody that likes Jdorama's you have to see this one, it is not a choice, you must watch it. |
| Reviewed by duckboat on 10 October 2006 |
| 81. | Well written, mature, intelligent [Rating: 9/10]
Another winner from Kitagawa Eriko who also wrote Orange Days. Kimura does a good job as the desillusioned pianist, but he doesn't quite hold it to co-star Yamagushi Tomoko. He's got trouble expressing emotions with his face and often uses mannerisms that become irritating. The ending doesn't do justice to the quality of this show. |
| Reviewed by shari on 21 December 2006 |
| 82. | Charming [Rating: 10/10]
This is the most charming, fun, and heartwarming series I've ever seen. Kimura and Yamaguchi's chemistry was perfect. |
| Reviewed by 8thSin on 7 January 2007 |
| 83. | A Brilliant Love Story [Rating: 10/10]
I don’t know how to start this review, so let me highlight some of my favourite moments:
The very last scene of Episode 8 when Sena watches Minami walk away after saying goodbye… gosh! This one scene alone establishes the love he feels for her, and how lonely life will be like without her. It’s no longer about their age difference, or their current situations. It’s about the lack, yet need, of and for each other. It’s the small things like this that make this drama a cut above the others.
For example, although you never hear Sena play the piano completely (until you get near the end of the drama), you are totally convinced that he loves it. Or the look he gets in Episode 9 when Minami plays a song for him on the piano, and his tears start to fall… you just don’t need the words to convince you. The answers are all in the eyes of the characters.
The script in this show was AMAZING! Very good writing. I mean, the conversation Minami and Sena have about their relationship a day or two after they make love seemed so real and unscripted. It was painful to watch because it seemed so raw. I was completely convinced that I was playing the voyeur in a very intimate scene − that’s how real it was.
There are parts, like in the middle of the series, when the pacing gets a bit too slow and an episode or two passes without anything really happening. But it’s not until the end when you realize just how important these empty episodes are, because although there is very little action, they represent the passing of time… time in which feelings start to blossom.
I’ve always been a fan to Kimura’s, but I’ve now become a hardcore of fan of Yamaguchi Tomoko as well. So much so, that I’ve started downloading another drama just because she’s in it! I’ve also fallen in love with Yutaka. I’ve seen Inamori Izumi in Pretty Girls, and she plays a similar role in this drama, but she was the perfect “wise” comic relief. Her answering machine messages made me laugh until my stomach hurt.
All-in-all, this was an amazing drama and highly recommended. |
| Reviewed by Wynter on 1 February 2007 |
| 84. | Outstanding Performances [Rating: 10/10]
This is one of the greatest classic japanese series of all time, the music was catchy, the peformances were excellent and never kept you boring for long. Although it was an older series but still very good. Highly recommended to all viewers.
The part at the end was magnificent, it had a happy ending which is what I expected and waited for. Although Matsu and Kimutaku would have made a good couple, this series still turned out great. |
| Reviewed by blossomz on 20 February 2007 |
| 85. | Long Vacation [Rating: 7/10]
I thought it was good, but in the end the story just seems to drag along. The main problem of the series is that sometimes it is too cheesy and the best is that it portrays the relationship between people very well |
| Reviewed by kenzou_tenma on 24 February 2007 |
| 86. | love it!! [Rating: 10/10]
my favorite... I don´t know exactly why but I love it... EVERYTHING in this show is really good. |
| Reviewed by janas on 16 March 2007 |
| 87. | This drama is perfect ! [Rating: 10/10]
This drama is perfect ! |
| Reviewed by umeumeumea69 on 21 April 2007 |
| 88. | Star Studded..kewl Drama..A Classic.. [Rating: 9/10]
Unbelivably Cool for a JDorama that was like shown some 11 years ago...Loved every episode.. =) Cool Takuya as usual....Bad boy Yutaka Takenouchi. Sexy Yamaguchi Tomoko
cute Matsu Takako and a very young Hirosue Ryoko..What else can you ask for??? Defintely a Classic JDorama... |
| Reviewed by mrose on 17 July 2007 |
| 89. | Warm and fun [Rating: 9/10]
One of the best shows I've seen so far and I'm new to this drama thing. The story is very warm and engaging, and the love triangles the build keep everything interesting the whole way through the series. haha, barring the dated 90s style everybody has in the show because of how old it is, it's a must see! |
| Reviewed by The Arctic Wolf on 10 August 2007 |
| 90. | Simply A Classic [Rating: 10/10]
Long Vacation is a modern classic in Japanese drama. A tad slow at times, but it's a love story that really pays off for the attentive viewer. Wonderful acting, great script, great supporting cast, great music and everything comes together beautifully. |
| Reviewed by bettebogart on 13 February 2008 |
| 91. | Starts out with a crawl but sprints to the end [Rating: 8/10]
It goes without saying that this particular one is perhaps the most hyped about Japanese drama there ever was, so it's rather difficult for me not to harbour very high expectations with unskeptical eyes.
Eriko Kitagawa's script seems to bring the characters alive, creating uncontrived dialogues that make it seem like the characters are real friends who are having real conversations. The infusion of pop-cultural references that were prevalent in the 90's is a great touch, and I love the opening theme.
Tomoko Yamaguchi did the best she could with her boisterous and annoying character and while I'm not really a fan of Takuya Kimura's, his insecure and timid character is rather endearing and perhaps many young guys now can still relate to his struggles and revelations.
I have to echo some reviewers here who stated that the drama is rather slow-paced and there are many times where I just went 'Why is the story going in circles?' or 'When is something exciting going to happen instead of just listening to their endless ramblings?'. There are also many random stuff happening in the drama that don't flow too well. The ending is indeed satisfying and memorable, but only for the leads, as the drama leaves out many unresolved loose ends for the supporting characters.
The drama is fun to watch however, with memorable and comical characters that drive this drama. Worth-watching but this humble viewer thinks it's very overrated. |
| Reviewed by Mint on 20 May 2008 |
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