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Title:Beautiful life
ビューティフルライフ
Telecast:2000-01-16 to 2000-03-26

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TV Station:TBS
Duration:11 Episodes
Viewership:31.86%



Synopsis
Kyoko, a young woman with an unhindered spirit despite being physically bound to a wheelchair due to illness, and Shuji, a stylish and popular fashion magazine hairstylist, are brought together in a fateful traffic incident. Despite their confrontational meeting, they soon find themselves falling in love, with Shuji drawn to her courage and enthusiasm and Kyoko attracted to his ability to look beyond her physical limitations and into her heart. However, Kyoko's protective older brother and her worsening condition begin to test the bounds of their love for each other and threaten to end their beautiful life together.
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Soundtrack and Theme Songs (1)
1. Konya Tsuki no Mieru oka ni 今夜 月の見える丘に [B'z]LYRICS | RINGTONE | MIDI ]

Actor/Actress Cast (12)
Kimura Takuya 木村拓哉Kimura Takuya
木村拓哉

Okishima Shuji
柊二
Tokiwa Takako 常盤貴子Tokiwa Takako
常盤貴子

Machida Kyoko
杏子
Mizuno Miki 水野美紀Mizuno Miki
水野美紀

Tamura Sachie
サチ
Ikeuchi Hiroyuki 池内博之Ikeuchi Hiroyuki
池内博之

Okabe Takumi
タクミ
Matoba Koji 的場浩司Matoba Koji
的場浩司

Miyama Kouzou
Watabe Atsuro 渡部篤郎Watabe Atsuro
渡部篤郎

Machida Masao
正夫
Hara Chiaki 原千晶Hara Chiaki
原千晶

Ozawa Mayumi
Nishikawa Takanori 西川貴教Nishikawa Takanori
西川貴教

Kawamura Satoru
サトル
Koyuki 小雪Koyuki
小雪

Nakajima Satsuki
Kawarazaki KenzoKawarazaki Kenzo
Machida Yoshio
Omori Akemi 大森暁美Omori Akemi
大森暁美

Machida Kuniko
Morooka MoroMorooka Moro
Tsuchiya (Hot Lip owner)

Related Links (12)
1. Official Beautiful life Homepage @ TBS (Japanese)
2. http://www.geocities.com/Tokyo/Subway/6869/beautifullife.html
3. Beautiful Life (Hata)
4. Beautiful Life
5. Beautiful Life (Chinese Big5)
6. Beautiful Life (English)
7. StarEastNet Singapore
8. Beautiful life Infopage (Big5)
9. SMAP WONDERLAND - Beautiful Life
Including cast, songs, stuff, chinese story, links
10. Beautiful Life (version malay)
11. CyberYouth - Beautiful Life
12. Beautiful Life

Drama Reviews (101)
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1. Kyoko-chan's Review For: Beautiful Life [Rating: 10/10]
The Most heart warming Dorama I have seen in my life. I admit, when it first anounced to play after the ending of Good News, I didn't want to watch it. I watched the first day and quickly fell in love with Kyoko Machida-The Main Character, Played by Tokiwa Takako. I loved how she was sooooo Good about her life, and I learned to aprecate my own life from Her and Shuji (Kimura Takuya) And I learned alot about Love. This Dorama is one of my favorites and I Highly Recommend it. So, In till my next Dorama rating.....Ja!
Reviewed by Kyoko on 13 January 2001
2. Nice!!!!!!! [Rating: 8/10]
Hello it's me again!!!!Well speaking of this drama i will give a double thumbs-ub because this story is a very heat warming drama
Reviewed by curian4 on 27 April 2001
3. kewl~ [Rating: 8/10]
it's really sad 4 the ending....
but it's really a good show...
so 4 ppl who haven't watch it
quick!
ciao~
Reviewed by dummyuser3 on 18 May 2001
4. Excellent~ [Rating: 9/10]
This has to be one of the best romance story I have watched ... this film is wonderfully directed and had lots of morals about life, the troubles and feelings that disabled people go through ... & the romance between Shuji and Kyoko will keep you definitely keep you glued to the screen! RECOMMENDED~!

This is my first TV series that I brought and I'm glad I brought it!
Reviewed by JohnnyBoy_3000 on 1 June 2001
5. The Beauty of "Beautiful Life" [Rating: 9/10]
This is the kind of show where you want to re-watch it over and over again ! I'm sure many people feel the same way as me :), I know of people who have watched it 3 times..and still counting.
I believe it is due to the very romantic storyline and also the convincing and heartfelt portrayal of the characters ( Kudos to kimutaku and takako tokiwa !) There are so many moments in this drama that are so incredibly touching !
Be forewarned...for the last episode,prepare a large box of tissues if you're the kind who cries easily...;)
Reviewed by esther27 on 4 June 2001
6. sugoi!! [Rating: 10/10]
its a really good dorama... definately recomanded
i cried twice when i "read" the ending, where shuji applies makeup for kyoko. really touching...
Reviewed by eiko on 5 June 2001
7. i watched it and cried TWICE!!! [Rating: 10/10]
The story line was a very heart-warming one and comedy was in it too!!! the part where Kyoko died was the part where i needed a large box of tissues... it was soooo SAD to see Shuji-san applied make-up on her and broke down eventually... his wish was to open a hairdresser with Kyoko, but she didn't make it till then... twice i watched the drama and twice i cried!!! i'd say that if you want to start in collecting j-drama's get this drama first!!! highly recomanded to watch this first!!! =p
Reviewed by jaycee on 17 June 2001
8. Hmm...nothing spectacular... [Rating: 7/10]
First and foremost...I have to say that this is indeed a heart warming drama,which is at the same time inspiring.But to say that this drama deserves to be addressed as a "classic" is too far-fetched.The story opens with a typical hate-u-so-much realtionship that develops into a do-I-like-him/her thingy.Well,though used over and over agiam....I guess we still enjoy watching sweet bickering between the leads.However,the story soon develops a slower than slow-mo pace,which makes it tiring to watch.The pace picks up in the last few episodes,but I guess by then viewers have became numb to the developments.(unless of coz,staring at Takuya's face is entertaining to you...which is to me...hmmhmm)So the plot moves to a predictable ending(which became predictable after the middle episodes).Though touching,it fails to impress.Thus this drama can only be said as a quality star-studded production,but not a classic.
Reviewed by GunGod on 20 June 2001
9. touching drama..... [Rating: 7/10]
honestly i dont like kimura takuya very much...but i like his character in BL...we cant deny that he is talented...tokiwa...on the other hand..i like her...either her character in BL or she herself...BL is quite a good drama...& i ve watched for many times...=)
Reviewed by anne on 28 June 2001
10. Ichiban no dorama......... [Rating: 10/10]
The touching story, perfect couples either in the story or reality, heart warming, it will be the one and the only No.1 Japanese drama.......You just ccan't missed it.......
Reviewed by shirley on 3 July 2001
11. Beautiful Life RULEZZZ [Rating: 10/10]
Beautiful Life is a really great drama. You'll regret if you miss it. Takuya & Tokiwa is just a perfect couple ... If the drama is on, never ever miss it ......
Reviewed by Mieko on 29 July 2001
12. lovely and touching story [Rating: 10/10]
It's a very very touching drama where you have to grab a box of tissue when you're watching the ending of the drama. I reccommend all viewers who hasn't seen it. It's a must watch drama serie.
Reviewed by ping_bong on 5 August 2001
13. Beautiful "Beautiful Life" [Rating: 9/10]
A very touching and beautiful story line but, sadly with a not so perfect ending that is to made the Takako died at last. Fortunately, the very cool guy, Kimura, did live happily at last...
Reviewed by Evelyn Takuya on 15 August 2001
14. Wonderful story line [Rating: 10/10]
Very touching love story. Highly recommemded.
Reviewed by KS17 on 15 October 2001
15. Touching.....Romantic BL [Rating: 10/10]
I love it..This story is my favourite story..very touching..It's very dramatic and good to watch for a few hundreds time.....See it..U will never regret it....
Reviewed by Lilynadia on 22 October 2001
16. sad ending.......but that the way it should be [Rating: 10/10]
actually this is the first japan drama i watch and it's the drama that make me fall in love with japan drama.maybe the ending a bit sad but that's how it touch us all.and one more, I love TAKAKO TOKIWA.it's a must watch.worth all your time and money.
Reviewed by Jon Saviola on 13 January 2002
17. The Drama [Rating: 10/10]
Every thing about this drama adds up to be the best drama I have ever seen (I have seen about 30 over 10 years time) the actors, the music, the outside shooting venues, everything was thought out and done to the max
Reviewed by warren.mcclendon on 10 April 2002
18. One of the BEST! [Rating: 10/10]
I love this drama...especially the leads..they're in their best performance ever. The story line is very hartwarming and touching. Watch it and you'll love it too.
Reviewed by juita_ejet on 7 May 2002
19. Beautiful Dorama [KAZSAW] [Rating: 10/10]
This dorama was great and had me going throughout the whole series. The ending, though a sad situation, was set so nicely that it leaves you perfectly content with it ending. Very nicely done, but a bit quiet at times when there is no background music or anything, but I guess it kind of adds to the effect.
Reviewed by KAZSAW on 16 May 2002
20. love it [Rating: 10/10]
the best jap drama i've seen to date .its really sweet and is also a very moving story, it does make life seems beautiful
Reviewed by ezzaaziz on 20 June 2002
21. Touching story... [Rating: 9/10]
well, the whole drama was indeed heart-warming... last event was indeed sad, but it seems that kyoko will live forever in Shinji's heart, a concept very much similar to that of Summer Snow. The only down part, in my opinion, is the death of kyoko. Why such wonderful stories must end like this? I still yet to come across a drama that has such a powerful storyline as well as a happy ending...
Reviewed by eugeneyan on 23 June 2002
22. One of the Best [Rating: 10/10]
Great and convincing acting job form Takako Tokiwa. Touched on the life and love of a handicap person. A very interesting character setup. A very moving but sad ending. Kimura and Tokiwa were a great combination!
Reviewed by jdfan on 27 June 2002
23. Pretty Good [Rating: 7/10]
Overall it was good but didn't seem spectacular. Most dramas that I really like are the ones that make the sappy feeling of the drama stay with me days after I finish it, but this one just didn' affect me that way. All I was thinking was 'okay, so that was pretty good...I guess I can see why people like it...let's move on to the next drama'. It just didn't bring out much feeling in me.
Reviewed by biga816 on 2 July 2002
24. An Emotionally Powerful Bittersweet Romance Story [Rating: 10/10]
From the writer of the popular drama Long Vacation, comes a tale of a talented hair stylist and a librarian living with a handicap, set against the backdrop of Aoyama. Bringing these two characters to life and together are the one-two angst punch of Kimura Takuya (from Long Vacation, in the role of Okishima Shuji, the stylist), and Tokiwa Takako (from Utsukushi Hito, in the role of Machida Kyoko). Appearing in supporting roles are Mizuno Miki (currently starring in Hatsu Taiken, she portrayed Kyoko's best friend Tamura Sachi), Ikeuchi Hiroyuki (from GTO [Drama], in the role of Shuji's kohai [junior] Okabe Takumi), and the most memorable performance within this series comes from actor Watabe Atsuro, playing Kyoko's younger brother Masao.

Machida Kyoko and Okishima Shuji have a chance encounter in the streets of Aoyama. With a carelessly outstretched hand from the window of her car, she nearly knocks Shuji from his motorcycle. After a terse exchange, they find that they have ac ommon destination; the library where Kyoko is employed. Following another short exchange, Kyoko's handicap is revealed in a rather gentle way, and our story unfolds.

This series lasts eleven episodes and will not fail to tickle your funny bone from the start, then begin tugging at your heart until the very end. Keep a box of tissue handy, as the depth of these characters are superbly potrayed by this cast, not to mention the realism of the story masterfully written by Kitagawa Eriko. This was the highest rated drama in its season in Japan, and the last episode kept them talking for quite a while after.
Reviewed by otaking on 21 July 2002
25. A Touching And Entertaining Drama [Rating: 10/10]
I Don't USusally Cry When Watching SAd Drama.

But This Drama Made Me Cry Especially When Kimura Apply Makeup On Takako After She's Dead
Reviewed by fhchiang on 12 August 2002
26. Well Worth the Price of Admission [Rating: 10/10]
The initial meeting between main characters are the usual and nothing special. The story is slow and subtle, but I very much prefer subtlety over abruptness. The drama is a must watch, not because it is "beautiful" or "heart warming," which it is, but also because the drama provides great insights and perspectives into the daily life of the disabled. For years I have wondered how it would be like to live with a disability, and during certain periods, I tried to replicate disabilities like not utilizing my arm(s) or leg(s), but it wasn't the same. This drama did a great job in portraying how it's like to live with disabilities and to feel disabled. That's how this drama got my 10 stars.
Reviewed by Liquid Lion on 29 September 2002
27. THE BEST J DRAMA EVER... [Rating: 10/10]
I wish to give it 11, but the mark is only to 10....
Reviewed by keepasusyanamati2003 on 3 November 2002
28. I am disappointed [Rating: 3/10]
Personally I didn't find it fantastic. I watched it because everyone says it's good. In the end, I can't even bring myself to watch the middle part because I find it so boring. But I made myself watch the last two episodes. ok, she dies, suppose to be sad, but I feel that the director purposely make him make-up for her corpse just to make audiences cry. I like J Drama that have twists in the story plot, this one lacks it. If this drama is so popular becos of the actor, I can understand.
Reviewed by ladyelf on 21 June 2003
29. definitely a waste for not watching this [Rating: 10/10]
definitely worth watching for even more than 2times. the chemistry between takuya n tokiwa is really good.. the way they got into the relationship n stuff.. it all started well..
Reviewed by juliana_phang on 21 June 2003
30. Only this drama which made me cry [Rating: 10/10]
Very touching Jdorama.The only and onlyyyyyy drama that made me cry after watching the last part of it
Reviewed by Warrior on 30 June 2003
31. Simply Beautiful [Rating: 10/10]
The best dorama I have ever seen. It has that magical feeling from start to finish. It is very sad, yet happy. I try to enjoy life to the fullest now. This was a very wonderful learning experience about love.
Reviewed by zef on 17 July 2003
32. The Best Dorama Every! [Rating: 10/10]
This was one of the first doramas I had ever watched, and after watching over 50 doramas this one is still my favourite. Takuya's character is so cool and handsome and I totally felt the chemistry between the two lead actors. The ending was very touching and amazing, I found myself wanting to watch more, wonder if they would ever come up with a Beautiful Life Speical?
Highly recommend, this is a must see.
Reviewed by dys199 on 15 August 2003
33. Watch this with your gf! [Rating: 10/10]
Although this was a drama that i saw long ago, it will always be memorable. I like to cry, really i do.
Reviewed by gizm092 on 23 August 2003
34. average...okay... [Rating: 7/10]
this series was okay. it wasn't that great as i expected. to be honest, i think this series is way overrated. nothing seem to surprise or impress me in this series. i consider this series kinda boring... but overall.....it wasn't all THAT bad. just not that great.
Reviewed by FaNtaSYDrEaMeRZ on 15 September 2003
35. Beautiful Drama? [Rating: 7/10]
For the most part I enjoyed this drama. This is not to say that this drama was flawless from the start. Of course every drama has its downside. One flaw that i'll extort in particular is this drama was verrrry slow. I almost had to force myself to watch sometimes. At one point I was more interested in the side stories rather than the main Shuji and Kyoko relationship. It was not until the end where I really got interested in the story. The ending of the story was obviously predicatable. It is as if I were bracing my self for a punch in the stomach; the question to ask was "when?". And of course episode 11 was the most appropriate place =)
Reviewed by Uchiha Potato on 24 September 2003
36. Must see!! [Rating: 10/10]
Touching...laugh....romantic...sad....fun...
what more can u ask for??
Reviewed by ilovedeath on 1 November 2003
37. Beautiful Life [Rating: 10/10]
This story made a big impact of my life. It showed me a whole different perspectives from different people. Tokiwa Takako "Kyoko" played her role so outstanding...well outstanding would be an understatement. I was so touched.
Reviewed by dannyboy on 7 December 2003
38. Touching [Rating: 8/10]
This is really a simple story about a man and a woman, and the story that develops between them. What makes this drama so great is character development. This drama doesn't overdo the touchy emotional parts, but I was still touched because the characters started developing from the get go. Also, there are no real sub plots, or any other distractions that takes you away from what is happening between the two. By the end, you have grown so attached to the characters that you really want them to get together and wish for a happy ending.
I believe this drama is so popular is because it is wonderfull in its simplicity. Props to Kimura Takuya, he really plays the part well.
Reviewed by Hiro Toyo on 2 January 2004
39. Beautiful Life [Rating: 10/10]
One of my favourite dorama of all time...the way Takuya and Takako play their roles was great!! And a very sad ending...
Reviewed by okishima84 on 4 January 2004
40. Really beautiful! [Rating: 10/10]
Beautiful life, beautiful story, watch this dorama made me feel so beautiful with all that appeared in the dorama. Kyoko was not a perfect girl, but Shuji had made her perfect with all his true love. Her beautiful life became more beautiful that made me so touchful. The ending was predictible, but just like the title, it's really beautiful. Kyoko finally left her beautiful life with smile. It touched me so much. Takuya acting in the end was so perfect that i also can feel the same way like Shuji. Great applause for Kimutaku and Tokiwa and all the crew.
Reviewed by makimura_RAn on 17 January 2004
41. True love that's beyond all boundaries.... [Rating: 10/10]
Beautiful life really shows how the insecurities a disabled person may have because they feel they are different for the others, despite the fact that everyone around them truly cares for them... A story of real love, where Shuji loved Kyoko no matter what she was or what condition she was in. Great acting by Kimura Takuya and Tokiwa Tokako, and the ending is top notch. This is the only drama that ever made me tear up. Highly recommended!
Reviewed by DragonSpirit164 on 18 January 2004
42. it really is beautiful........... [Rating: 10/10]
a really touching story....i was hoping till the last momment..that kyoko might live but that sounds too ridiculous..plus it's unlogical..so the end though a bit sad but somehow there's a feeling of satisfaction. it really is a moving story. it makes you feel that the world ain't that cruel and callous!!good work for the cast and the crew. you guys are incredible
Reviewed by zaizyan on 3 February 2004
43. Une lesson d'amour [Rating: 8/10]
Si il suffisait d'aimer, ça ce saurait.
Pour avoir une belle vie ça n'exsite pas.
Une bonne lesson de civisme, courage et de respect.
Reviewed by psychomann on 3 February 2004
44. Touching~ [Rating: 10/10]
This drama is nice and touching, especially the last part, where kyoko die, and shuji was applying makeup for her... Definitely worth wathcing~
Reviewed by hmm on 1 March 2004
45. There are no words that can describe its greatness [Rating: 10/10]
First drama I've watched, and the best. The acting and the story was superb. Every episode was so touching that I ended up using an entire box of kleenex on the damn drama >.< Saikou!
Reviewed by sykotic_808 on 3 March 2004
46. Beautiful Life [Rating: 9/10]
Very emotional - I could not stop watching it through the whole weekend. If there are many Dorama like this I am definitely hooked!
Reviewed by Surpur on 17 March 2004
47. Sweet, Lovely, and of course Sappy ^-^ [Rating: 9/10]
I admit it, first watching this frankly Kyoko... annoyed me. I wanted to drag her out of her world of self pity and get her to see that the world was more than disabilities... then by around the 7th episode she grew on me. The entire cast did and I loved every moment up until the very last note of the ending song. If you want a wonder sappy romance drama... this is one of the best. Oh, and Takuya-san isn't too bad ether!! ^-^ This is my second favorite drama with him in it after Long Vacation (see that one too!)
Reviewed by suki_beth on 17 March 2004
48. beautiful life [Rating: 10/10]
i like this drama
i really like this drama
Reviewed by addlynna on 7 April 2004
49. It had class [Rating: 9/10]
This dorama really had a lot of quality, and class put into it. This is one of those 'tour-de-force' types, where everyone involved was on the ball with their performances. They could have easily done without TM Revolutions bits, but nothing is perfect.

Honestly, there is little I can say about this dorama that hasnt already been said. Its very captivating, endearing, sweet, painful, and I think it has one of the best endings of a dorama I've seen in many moons.
Reviewed by Winter on 19 April 2004
50. Sad story.. [Rating: ?/10]
this is my favourite drama....it's really really sad on the ending...but this drama have a moral value,the true love came from the heart,not from body or face or other thing....love this drama....it's so touching!!!
Reviewed by syahirah on 26 April 2004
51. what the.. [Rating: 5/10]
don't understand how everyone likes this drama. it is too depressing for me and i also thought the girl is kind of annoying. she has such low self esteem and always accuse the guy of not wanting to be when her. geezz.. the guy told her so many times that he doesn't mind.
Reviewed by duba878 on 16 May 2004
52. Sugoi!!!!!! [Rating: 9/10]
It can't get much better than this.
Reviewed by lordgus on 1 July 2004
53. not the best i've seen, but pretty darn close... [Rating: 9/10]
A solid 8, nah, i'll give it a 9. easily one of the best drama i've ever seen. nicely produced, good casting, and very heart warming series. even though you knew the inevidible was gonna happen, it made you stayed with the story, and THAT is a mark of an unforgettable drama.
Reviewed by niko2x on 12 July 2004
54. hmmm... [Rating: 8/10]
this dorama is not the best... storylinenya gak nyambung.... but it touches enough... kimutaku n kyoko are really awkward arent they? the themesong is really nice to hear eventhough i do not know what the meanings of the words.... i just enjoy it ...... life is really beautiful....
Reviewed by reztya on 29 July 2004
55. ok [Rating: 5/10]
it's ok...kinda boring...we knew that she was gonna die at the end. I watched it cuz everyone said it was good...BUT i didn't think so =_=;;; boring..the only good thing about it is how takuya kimura showed how much he loves kyoko...that's it..it's stupid how she keeps on saying you shouldn't love me or find someone "normal"...=_=;;; at the end, it was scary--i didn't cry cuz she died, but i cried cuz i was scared she'd open her eyes or something =_=;;;


i dind't like long vacation either =_=;;;
Reviewed by omaren on 11 August 2004
56. very beautiful [Rating: 10/10]
one of the most beautiful dorama ever!
Reviewed by [a]-i-[r]-e-[n] on 7 September 2004
57. tarapappapa... i'm luvin it... tarapappapa... [Rating: 9/10]
life of a hairstylist & librarian can be beautiful too!!!
hehehe...
Reviewed by yon on 19 October 2004
58. Very good, but not the best [Rating: 8/10]
The first 4 episodes didn't catch me too much, but I watched until the end because I just wanted to know what would happen in the end - at the 4th episode, you know something sad would happen. I liked Kimutaku in this series, his acting sounds so natural and funny in this, yet I don't think his dramatic skills are that good.
First time I watched Takako's acting (she's been dissapeared from drama series, isn't she?) and loved her. Her voice is strong, not that cute-childish-fragile thing that most japanese girls have, which it makes her different from the others.
Miki Mizuno and Takako's brother are SO funny, liked both of them.
The splot is good and makes you think about the condition of people in wheelchairs - it's not that easy to live like this.
A worth watching specially for the end!!!
Reviewed by shiruchsn on 13 November 2004
59. A great drama ever seen... [Rating: 10/10]
This is the first time i've nearly cry before this drama.....and i am a guy !!! This is so great, but the end......
I dont know how to describe perfectly my feelings, but i recommend you this drama cause, for sure, it will changes your vision o life.....and love =)
Shûji
Reviewed by Shigu on 28 November 2004
60. Good [Rating: 9/10]
Beautiful story
Reviewed by Piloha on 5 December 2004
61. The Greatest Japanese Dorama EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [Rating: 10/10]
dont have this drama but it is a piece of art. I have allways loved this drama very much. Not only is it a good drama it is the second drama that i ever watched it is the best drama that i have seen. still to this day. i dont think that there is or will ever be a drama to top this one i should have voted for this earlier. It is such a good story and it remindes be of my own troubles. As a disabled person Kyoko reminded me about how i felt at times being in a weelchair. Its it a very important drama to me. if anyone hasn't seen it you guys need to. It was the best drama this i have ever seen and i have seen alot of dramas believe me. I watched the whole thing in one day when i was sick and i had to stay home from schoo about 2 or 3 years ago. I have only watched it all the way though once. Such a good story this will be a part of my collection agian one day i just have to wait. I need the JTV episodes agian. Takuya and Takako did a wonderfull performance one of the best performances I have ever seen in my life. I love beautiful life and you guys should watch it.

I have it now old review from vote!!!!
Reviewed by johuth on 9 December 2004
62. GOOD SERIES [Rating: 9/10]
Great series to watch.. except the girl was getting to me.. she's somewhat annoying w/ her insecurities.
Reviewed by Piloha on 7 January 2005
63. Beautiful Life [Rating: 10/10]
My first Drama! I am now the newest fan of TakuKimu! I rushed watching this drama in 2 nites before I left for a trip. I immediately was taken by this artfully directed, acted, written drama. I espeically LOVE the monologue, it made me feel warmly connected to the main characters. When I popped in the 2nd 3-hour DVD, I never stopped reaching for tissues till the very end. Next morning, I woke up with swollen eyes and had to use ice pak 4 times before I could leave the house!

Luckily, I was in AZ 2 days later, bought a "Dream Catcher", like the one Kyoko bought for Shuji in Grand Canyon. Not that I need something to remember "Beautiful Life" by, but it was more of a token for feeling lucky to be embraced by this wonderful drama, introduced to the acting talents of Takuya & Tokiwa & future exploration for more excellent jdorama.

The heartfelt emotions (warmth, sadness, the power of unconditional love.....) stayed with me for over 1 week now. Watch this one if you havn't!!
Reviewed by lovejdorama on 15 February 2005
64. the best!! [Rating: 10/10]
this is the first drama i've watched.. and the best!!.. ,Takuya Kimura is so cute....!
Reviewed by cookielmy on 22 February 2005
65. NIce niCe Nice! [Rating: 10/10]
This drama is t he most touching love story..I've ever watched ...espescially when there's Takuya Kimura acting in it! .. .
Reviewed by cookielmy on 25 February 2005
66. I think its worth 10/10points! [Rating: 10/10]
Very Sad story.. Shuji was strong till end and he didn't realise it first that it would be their last time together.. Great series though.. a bit of sad :(. Wonderful Casting, everyone did their best in this series. I recommend!!!
Reviewed by Juhis on 27 February 2005
67. Consuming... [Rating: 10/10]
I find it rather difficult trying to rate this show by its actors/actresses, since either way I deny the story its true nature with labels. Beautiful Life is arguably one of the most thoughtfully written tragedies I have ever seen, in all of the entertainment I have explored.

Like Summer Snow, the story began with a rather silly, non-sensical taste of humor. It sat on my brain for a few episodes, until the real story begins. Then, as soon as the dark aura begins to eminate around the series, I started to cherish a relationship I honestly couldn't say I could have of my own. It starts to degrade, very slowly, into a powerful, consuming conclusion - and ends with a smile.

Prepare lots of tissues, and try to look at it with an open heart - a series like this is the key to art-influenced epiphanies.
Reviewed by requiem on 1 March 2005
68. A touching story.. [Rating: 10/10]
At first, I thought this drama is really boring..
but as it got to the end, I coulnd't help but to concentrate in the
story and I started to really CARE about the fates of these two
people who love each other so much.
I liked the way this drama portrayed death..
Restrained emotion..Nobody cries out loud like in Korean dramas,
but still..that overwhelming sadness made my heart melt..
I loved the last scene..Takuya Kimura was endearing..
Shuji and Kyoko are forever in my heart..:-)

This drama is more lovable if you watch it for a second time..
Reviewed by ilovetakuya on 22 May 2005
69. Great drama in spite of Kimura Takuya... [Rating: 9/10]
I suppose I'm in the minority here because I'm not a big fan of Kimura Takuya. I must admit that he's cool and handsome-looking, but let's face it, he can't act! Well, he can act when the character is behaving like Kimura is in real life I guess, but that's about it. His range of acting is really really limited, which really detracts from those otherwise great shows that he's in. He is utterly unconvincing in any scene that demands deep emotions. It's a shame that most people still rate appearance much higher than acting abilities... sigh
Reviewed by Ming on 6 July 2005
70. seems pretty cool for now [Rating: 7/10]
I am still watching this dorama,having finished it yet,but for now it seems kinda sad,but it sure stands out as a promising dorama,especially when you come to see the great actors and a well-balanced story telling.I am pretty sure i will love this dorama even more after i am done watching it.
Reviewed by triyandafilisus on 25 July 2005
71. always my favourite... [Rating: ?/10]
this is the best drama i ever watch in my entire life..the way kimura takuya play the character make me feel that he is the greatest japanese actor..or ever in asia...the character he play as shuji really touch my heart and he act with attitude...big appalause for him...i
Reviewed by jellyana on 26 July 2005
72. *DO NOT WATCH IF YOU DO NOT LIKE TRAGIC ENDINGS* [Rating: 6/10]
Takako Tokiwa is superb in this drama. She is very cute and her acting is great. I must admit I didn't like Takuya's character because of his hot-headedness.

I watched the whole series through only to hope for a happy ending but was verydisappointed by the tragic Titanic-like ending. If I knew how it would have ended, I would have never start watching it.
Reviewed by coolbreeze on 8 August 2005
73. Very touching love story! [Rating: 9/10]
Beautiful Life is the most touching drama I've ever seen. Kimura and Tokiwa have great chemistry, and both did great in their roles. (Especially Tokiwa, she was excellent as Kyoko.) You see their relationship grow throughtout the whole series, although the ending is sad... made me cry more than once. I also liked the sidestory with Masao and Sachie. Watabe was funny as Masao, he had such an awkward manner, very amusing XD. Overall, it's a nice, heartwarming love story.
Reviewed by madsky on 18 August 2005
74. Just like love in life itself [Rating: 8/10]
A wonderfully-crafted series, Beautiful Life seek to define the broad expanse of how love is like, both its happy and unhappy moments. Although at times, the unhappy moments in the show can be pretty painful to go through but in preservering you would understand why this show is so wonderful and also why love is so wonderful.
Reviewed by dashx on 16 September 2005
75. Beautiful Life... [Rating: 10/10]
I admit I haven't seen this one yet, but I think it's going to be shown here in the Philippines...hopefully. Anyway, this reminded me of an old American tv-movie entitled "Leave Yesterday Behind", which was made in 1978. Unlike "Beautiful Life", "Leave Yesterday Behind" also deals with a paraplegic... but here, it's a man (played by John Ritter) who got wheelchair-bound after falling off a horse during a riding accident. He goes to a vacation in his grandpa's ranch, and there, meets this pretty horse trainer (Carrie Fisher) who told him to get a life. They eventually fell in love with each other, but the dilemma here is that the girl is engaged to be married to her fiance. Even though I haven't seen both, I can judge that both dramas have a touching and endearing story--"Beautiful Life" and "Leave Yesterday Behind". I wish somebody would make a Jdorama version of "Leave Yesterday Behind". I hope it'll be better than the original.
Reviewed by Aprhodite_in_Red on 19 September 2005
76. BEAUTIFUL!!! [Rating: 10/10]
The story plot is definitely original which captures the mind of the viewers.. great chemistry between shuji and kyoko.. kimura takuya had managed to fully capture the role that he is playing and portray the character beautifully.. perfect soundtrack.. A heart-aching story between the two main leads and its definitely one of kimura takuya's best works ever!
Reviewed by hide_hikaru_minako on 17 November 2005
77. Very emotional, moving, sad drama [Rating: 9/10]
Well, to start off, I'm a picky guy when it comes to watching Drama's... And I give this drama two thumbs up...

NOW FOR THE PPL giving this Drama bad scores, if you read what they said, for example, Comment#28, gave it 3 BECAUSE it doesnt have twisted ending?!?!?! and couple other's gave it bad score because it is tragic/depressing!?!?!?!

To conclude, if you like Drama's that are very emotional and want to cry or to. Watch This... If you dont like sad endings, tragic story line, sad stuff... This is NOT for you...

Acting was great, characters were great, story had some slow moments, but it was great... I liked it a lot... and would recommend this to anyone who dont mind watching sad / love drama's.
Reviewed by makusu on 20 January 2006
78. Speechless... [Rating: 10/10]
A true Masterpiece. Actually my second drama after Love Generation and I must say this one was far better. It was so deep. I've NEVER cried so much watching a tv drama. Touching, thought provoking, really pulled me in....truly truly wonderful. That Takuya actor is really good...pretty hot too...A beautiful drama indeed...no wonder it has so many votes.
Reviewed by k4g0me on 17 February 2006
79. So-So [Rating: 6/10]
Before I got my hands on this one, I heard that it's one of the more melancholic dramas out there, and that it's also one of Kimura Takuya's more famous and more successful dramas. After watching it for a while, I found the pace to be sluggish, and that the plot can be predictable. (esp. with the slogan "the days when we two are together") I have had this dorama for more than 2 years and still I haven't finished it.

I guess that there are more interesting doramas out there. As for Kimura Takuya's doramas, I'd much rather recommend to you his Long Vacation or Hero.

Good theme song by B'z nonetheless though.
Reviewed by nhk9 on 25 February 2006
80. very touching [Rating: ?/10]
i would say this is one of the very slow moving shows of takuya kimura.... so sad... takuya's acting is good.
Reviewed by JAP FREAK on 17 March 2006
81. simply the best... [Rating: 10/10]
love takuya as a hairstylist..and it's touching....
Reviewed by refrizz on 14 May 2006
82. I can't stand her. [Rating: 4/10]
hmm...there's takuya. which is the only reason why I could resist until the end of this predictable, boring, annoying drama. the female lead is unwatchable.
Reviewed by extravale on 16 May 2006
83. Superb [Rating: 10/10]
The chemistry works. Probably because of Kimutaku himself. He can create chemistry with anyone and I must add that Bz's track is perfect!
Reviewed by panterna on 18 May 2006
84. Beautifully done! [Rating: 9/10]
A warm and heartfelt drama that is superbly carried out by Takuya and Takako. The supporting cast gave pretty good performances as well although some slight improvements could be made. Atsuro was a perfect choice as the slow, overprotective older brother and Ikeuchi Hiroyuki and Mizuno Miki were pretty good with their roles. Storyline flowed very smoothly at a good pace. Overall, a very well done drama worthy of comparison to LV and LG.
Reviewed by Shindou on 9 June 2006
85. the last scene..... [Rating: 10/10]
the last scene, when Shuji make up dead-Kyoko. it really made me cry. shit, i'm a man, i shouldn't have cried....
Reviewed by shitomaru on 26 August 2006
86. Quite good. [Rating: 7/10]
It's a very cool serie , it's healthy and very psychological (all dramas are, but this one is even more) It makes you re-consider the true value of life, though the last episodes are a bit harsh, some others a bit action-less and its end sad. Nevertheless in the overall it's a very fine show !
Reviewed by Battle48 on 29 October 2006
87. Beautiful Drama [Rating: 10/10]
It’s really hard for me to come up with enough things to say about this drama. I mean, when you watch such a brilliant work of art, the artists involved don’t leave the opportunity for you to grasp onto something and express its faults.

Beautiful Life is just a grand, heartwarming drama that touches the soul. At has everything for the serious romantic: Romance, lust, angst, heartache, fluff, truth, etc. The storyline was written with incredible emotion and the plot was performed with a will of its own. The pairing of Kimura Takuya and Tokiwa Takako was perfect. I was really impressed with Takako, since this was my first time seeing her in a drama. I’ve seen Takuya in Pride, and although he plays a similar role in this drama, it was perfect for the character. Yet again he managed to capture his audience with the emotion he emits from his eyes − much in the same way Takako’s emotions blossomed from her incredible smile.

The sub-plots were nicely woven into the main plot, but I almost wish that the drama had extended to include another episode. I found the last few episodes a bit rushed and I would have liked to see more of Shuji’s and Kyoko’s life while living together. This, of course, is merely a selfish whim of mine.

This was altogether a beautiful drama, and I highly recommend it to all.
Reviewed by Wynter on 5 January 2007
88. Good! [Rating: 10/10]
Highly recommended. Also what is the English song that play in episode 1 at the start?
Reviewed by wezard on 10 January 2007
89. JDrama at its peak [Rating: 10/10]
I just rewatched this series, and it's great no matter how many times I see it. Its quality is still unmatched today. KimuTaku and Tokiwa Takako's chemistry is PERFECT, heartwarming story, and beautiful OST/Theme song.

10/10!
Reviewed by 8thSin on 30 January 2007
90. so far the best [Rating: 10/10]
this is a beautiful drama, the chemestry between kimutaku and takako is very very beautiful. not boring at all...
takako is very adoreable, cho kawaii...
kimutaku is defenietly good actor, he make this drama perfect. his role as shuji just like he is real shuji (the cool shuji)
Reviewed by Steve on 17 April 2007
91. One of the best... [Rating: 10/10]
Touching and heartwarming dramas ever. The romance between the two leads really defines love at its purest form. In my opinion, second only to Ichi Rittoru no Namida in its genre.
Reviewed by eml132 on 6 June 2007
92. Well done [Rating: 8/10]
Even though the end is predictable somehow, I was able to watched it till the end and with satisfaction, unlike korean sad story dramas , that some of them I am not able to finish watching because they are soooo dramatic. This story, although not original, but the plot was good because it was not all dramatic till the end actually. And for kyoko's attitude is hard to criticize because handicap people really face lots of problems and a lot of complex for their dishabilities so I guess she was the way she had to be in the story.

This is my first sad jdrama, and the first drama I have seen with these two main actors but I can tell I like it very much.

Plus I liked masao and sachi very much, they were the ones that add the humor in this drama :)
Reviewed by hannazayito on 20 September 2007
93. best jap drama [Rating: 10/10]
this is definitely a must-watch,
the plot as well the plot was excellent
Reviewed by tomassi on 4 October 2007
94. yo... [Rating: 9/10]
dunno what to say but this drama tell's everything 'bout life,love and hate...
Reviewed by TA-Chan on 31 March 2008
95. Not perfect, but highly recommended [Rating: 8/10]
A heartwarming/heartbreaking story of finding and fighting for love.

Two characters fighting against each other for much of the series only to finally come together in the face of tragedy. Captures some good themes about beauty and honesty but perhaps falls short of true greatness - the idea of 'life as beauty' only get a cursory examination and could be so much more deeply explored with the same characters. The characters are for the most part very well played. Certain scenes in the end (and likely throughout) will require a handy box of tissues to mop up your face.
Reviewed by phlargo on 24 April 2008
96. A fantasy romance story [Rating: 9/10]
Another sad ending romance story. One of the fantasy story telling which will NOT happen to real life. Great casts and theme songs. Urge everyone to watch it......just for the fantasy sake. :)
Reviewed by popdod on 25 July 2008
97. TWO THUMBS UP!! [Rating: 10/10]
this drama is really very nice n different..basically its a really sweet n touching drama with some sadness at the ending..the climax of the show nv seem to hav stop..i really highly recommend this drama to everyone out dere..
Reviewed by fre3domlin on 1 August 2008
98. hmmm [Rating: 6/10]
not very interesting... & i don't really like okinawa shuuji. -__-
Reviewed by PepperGreen on 20 August 2008
99. Beautiful Life is a really great drama [Rating: 7/10]
not bad
Reviewed by jed_ka on 19 April 2009
100. heartwarming [Rating: 9/10]
i silently cried, tears rolled down endlessly for shuji and kyoko...
crying, hurting, suffering silently for a great love that is already lost but trying to live for her memories and dreams ----shuji
courage, strength, fighting for a pure , gentle great love she found but knowing youll be leaving soon.....sob sob sob
why does it come to an end after you found your love of your life?
Reviewed by dabog223 on 24 August 2009
101. Beautiful Dorama [Rating: 10/10]
watched this on tv years ago, can't believe i cried near the end. very good drama, strong storyline, strong acting and some funny moments. have re-watched it several times since then (mark of a good drama).... Definitely worth watching.
Reviewed by aiaiyaya on 10 October 2009

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1. Comments by cheergal [Rating: 10/10]
This is the BEST dorama I have watched.
2. Comments by Jalapeno [Rating: 10/10]
one of kimutaku's memorable starrer. one of the most romantic dramas i've ever seen... too bad though i knew the ending to it cuz i've seen the pictures on a hk broadsheet and it definitely spoiled the whole drama for me! :(
3. Comments by eiko [Rating: 10/10]
Very sad and touching, a very good dorama! and talk about a great soundtrack. It really touches me hearing that song (in piano mode) while watching that show!!
4. Comments by michelle [Rating: 9/10]
I have to say that this drama has a very strong romance plot BUT it could be boring at times. Takuya Kimura and Tokiwa Takako do have chemistry together and I like this pairing good enough. The thing about this drama is that I find it quite slow-paced. Certain scenes are really emotional enough to make me cry buckets. Anyway, worth watching if you're a Takuya Kimura's fans!
5. Comments by Super No. 1 [Rating: 10/10]
One of the best doramas ever. Great story, but very sad.
6. Comments by hoshigata [Rating: ?/10]
My brother loves it but I don't. Finds a little draggy...
7. Comments by shiitake [Rating: 9/10]
absolutely love this drama! currently in my top 5! i even have 2 set of it- with and without subtitle..love the story all da way to the ending..the theme song fit the story..the casting is perfect..nobody will fit the cast except kimura san n takako san..!
8. Comments by Saki [Rating: 5/10]
It is not too bad though i found it to be a bit draggy in the middle.
The actors and actoresses did a good job though
9. Comments by jaycee [Rating: 10/10]
the first few episode wan funny... i had to stay up very late to watch it becuz the tv station shown it at 12 am and 12:30 am on saturday and sunday nights...
then when kimura and tokiwa fell in love, the story started to become more intensed and sad... the last 2 episodes i cried silently... so touching........
10. Comments by cyberarts [Rating: 8/10]
Love story between male hair dresser and a wheel chaired female librarian. not bad.
11. Comments by Michi [Rating: ?/10]
Not yet finished but the beginning is cute, haven't reached the sad part yet.
12. Comments by yanjun [Rating: ?/10]
it din reely touch me when i watched it though people said it was good. i guess i was .. unfeeling? the plot's good though.
13. Comments by juliana_phang [Rating: 10/10]
1 of the first drama which got me hooked on.. guess i watched it over 4times..
14. Comments by Eyrien* [Rating: 7/10]
Another KimuTaku classic that for some reason seemed to fall short in my opinion. Tokiwa Takako did a spectacular job, as usual, but KimuTaku's performance fell short. But, definetely still worth a watch. Have a kleenex box handy!
15. Comments by ambery24 [Rating: 8/10]
Very touching story...Esp the ending!!
16. Comments by Namielove [Rating: 8/10]
This was a very enjoyable drama. Sad, but good. Tissues neccessary. Watch it, I doubt yo'll be dissapointed.
17. Comments by meruchan [Rating: 10/10]
One of the best and moving doramas I've seen.
18. Comments by may [Rating: 8/10]
One the the most touching drama. Although many people review it boring but I feel that this movie is very good.
19. Comments by thee [Rating: 7/10]
I like it.
20. Comments by piglet44 [Rating: 7/10]
A very good drama. Good performances by Tokiwa Takako & Kimura Takuya. Too bad for the sad ending. Otherwise it would have been perfect.
21. Comments by aranur [Rating: 9/10]
beautiful, touching but the ending is ... made me cry over and over again.
22. Comments by manutunia [Rating: 8/10]
actually very intersting story...
i will give it 10 but because of the sad ending...so just 8!!!
but still the best dorama!!!
23. Comments by pandora [Rating: 10/10]
Beautiful story, really loved this. Though i knew she would die in the end I was so weepy. Expected but nevertheless really touching and sad ending. A definite must watch.
24. Comments by eugeneyan [Rating: 9/10]
Sad romance...
25. Comments by Love Revolution [Rating: 10/10]
Really touching. KimuTaku's acting was really great! especially the last part when Kyoyo was dead. Tokiwa Takako was great too! Her crying skill really impressive! The songs were nice too! Buy the soundtrack if possible..it's nice!
26. Comments by jdfan [Rating: 10/10]
Natural-flowing dialogs and acting from the two leads and supporting roles help this drama to glide easily. It strikes as very life-real with lots of pause between dialogs, but even then there's no wasted moment. A deep blow for Kitagawa Eriko, the screen-writer. But not recommended for those who like happy dramas though. Beautiful Life has a gem of a soundtrack with a superb main theme by B'z and heart-breaking numbers by Mizoguchi Hajime, a well-known cellist, who also composed music for "Hoshi No Ginka /Heaven's Coin 1 & 2".Convincing job form Takako Tokiwa again. I adored the moving but sad ending. Kimura and Tokiwa were a great combination! I wish to see them in another one.
27. Comments by ct_subang [Rating: 10/10]
1 word...superb!!its the most awesome dorama ever been made!!
28. Comments by zealous [Rating: 8/10]
Very touching story.... Very sad ending but I really like the story.
29. Comments by otaking [Rating: 10/10]
So far, this is the best series I have had the pleasure of watching. Watched it unsubtitled the first time and I still cried, then I finally bought a copy with subtitles and I bawled like a baby.
30. Comments by krissblade [Rating: ?/10]
I really liked this drama. It is very touching and definitely pulls on your heart strings. This drama really made me think of what deep love is made out of. Strong characters. Also re-examines disabled people in Japanese society.
31. Comments by biga816 [Rating: 7/10]
Not as good as others said it was.
32. Comments by peeka [Rating: 8/10]
A very touching story with a sad ending. Tokiwa Takako and Takuya Kimura's character is very impressive.
33. Comments by majinbads [Rating: 6/10]
First dorama I ever watched. Beautiful couple. Serious drama. Not really my kind of drama. Got attracted to Takiko Tokiwa.
34. Comments by Halwafy [Rating: 8/10]
Takuya is flawless as usual..probably Takako Tokiwa's best performance...Good watch and expected sad ending.
35. Comments by esa [Rating: 10/10]
such a beautiful story, sad & bit touching espcially the last ending when she die!
36. Comments by amethyst [Rating: 6/10]
Deals with the society's view on hadicapped people. A beautiful love story that goes beyond lust.
37. Comments by dnie [Rating: 9/10]
a lot of praises given to this dorama. Perhaps the plot makes us appreciate life more than ever. It's not that I dont like it, it is just
i think the strength of this dorama lies within the characterization and Takuya and Takako's superb performances. It makes me think twice about the handicapped people and how they perceive the world. Another different perspective on life.
38. Comments by katfame [Rating: 10/10]
It's a sweet love story...I love the cast! Really moving....
39. Comments by hsiuting2003 [Rating: 9/10]
I love it!! It was funny and touching...though the plot line is very predictable, but it doesn't matter to me because this is the type of story every teenage girl wants to see. I wish I have a guy who can love me like Shuji...
40. Comments by iluvhyde [Rating: 6/10]
Nice story. Nice actors/actress. However, the ending is quite too predictable~ Quite touching sometimes. Not bad.
41. Comments by 100aw [Rating: 7/10]
Very touching performances by both Kimu Taku and Tokiwa Takako. Too bad the ending was sad!
42. Comments by 4julls [Rating: 8/10]
touching but not so dramatic ... sometimes make you cry and laugh .. and can see the life in different way
43. Comments by yuubou [Rating: 10/10]
I cried almost every episode.
44. Comments by yuka [Rating: 9/10]
A well-paced romantic story that moved one to chuckle at the beginning, dreamy in between and at the end teary-eyed. The pull from the stellar performance of Kimura and Tokiwa (an excellent match) is forceful.

Keenly perceptive in their respective roles, both gave a powerfully subtle performance. He, the kakkoii hairstylist of an uptown, trendy salon and she, the plucky handicapped librarian, fell irresistibly in love.

Through the course of the plot each was shown to struggle with their own hang-ups and insecurities. Both taking tentative steps closer to one another leading to a strongly growing steadfast relationship.
45. Comments by DDT [Rating: 10/10]
Very good drama... a struggle of love to overcome obstacles of handicap and even death. Great acting by both male and female leads. Highly recommended!!!

Theme song very catchy as well!!!
46. Comments by dora [Rating: 10/10]
Touching...
47. Comments by madol [Rating: 9/10]
It's a 'beautiful' drama.
48. Comments by lucky [Rating: 8/10]
jangan pernah kamu menyesali kehidupan kita, terima apa adanya dengan hati riang
49. Comments by DukeGonzalez [Rating: 8/10]
not bad.. sad ending.
50. Comments by N|sz^^aYa [Rating: 10/10]
a wonderful story!
51. Comments by Mr.ChoyBoi [Rating: 10/10]
A great tear jerker..... very touching story... worth a 11 if there was that option.
52. Comments by Ayu [Rating: 10/10]
its romantis and tauching dorama i ever seen
53. Comments by Akakage [Rating: 9/10]
What a touching drama. The title is so suitable for this drama. Takuya Kimura and Takako Tokiwa deliver good performance.
54. Comments by oishi [Rating: 10/10]
makes me cry at the last episode for 10 mins. nice acting for Kimura and Kyoko. love them both
55. Comments by takuya_angel [Rating: 10/10]
My oh my...Such a beautiful story! I cried so much at the end. So touching! No regrets at all.
56. Comments by g_hunter1 [Rating: 9/10]
One of the best i've seen. In this drama you will always want to see things go right but end up being the opposite. A very sad drama that really hits the soul. I also like the ending theme song by one of my fav j-rock bands B'z.
57. Comments by InSearchOf [Rating: 10/10]
Great drama!
58. Comments by jo [Rating: 9/10]
Great, I love the story, I was not particularly fond of the first 5-6 episodes, but the last couple episdoes were emotionally captivating. Watch it and you will understand. 9/10.
59. Comments by Evilryu [Rating: 10/10]
So sad, but so touching.I love it!
60. Comments by rikastar [Rating: 7/10]
This is one of the few Kimura doramas that I don't like, I don't know why but I never truly got into the story. Yes, it was touching but somehow I just couldn't feel that Shuji did love Kyoko. It was also annoying how they popped in the story of the ex-girlfriend. I liked the supporting characters of the brother and Sachie way better. The fact that you know what happens to Kyoko right from the beginning casts a dark shadow over the entire drama. The opening theme by B'z + clip is really good.
61. Comments by Superpimp2g [Rating: 8/10]
I thought it was just allright, maybe a little overhyped. The main actress and supporting actress are excellent though.
62. Comments by yume [Rating: 10/10]
Beautiful Life grabs you in and makes you really a part of the characters' triumphs and pains. Especially in the third episode, I think. The story is well told, and there is good closure to everything in the end. I also can say that it never gets too sappy sweet or generically heart-tugging sad. It's a perfectly made drama. Hence the 10.
63. Comments by vienna_sg [Rating: 9/10]
Nice music and very touching story.
64. Comments by Warrior [Rating: 10/10]
Very touching Jdorama.The only and onlyyyyyy drama that made me cry after watching the last part of it
65. Comments by Hiyawu [Rating: 9/10]
one of the best drama I have seen....

I just love those romantic comedy with touching storyline...
66. Comments by StarKodama [Rating: 8/10]
Have only seen eps 1-3 but liked it so far!
67. Comments by MilkyWay [Rating: 7/10]
Sometimes I was really pi**ed off because it seemed to me that Kyoko just wanted to be pitiful. But all in all it was a nice dorama though and when I saw the ending I cried liter of salty water XD (just like I always do...)
68. Comments by jade_sylvia [Rating: 10/10]
I enjoyed this drama very much. Although it may seem slow during some parts, I still think there are many funny and memorable scenes. I especially like the monologues and the music. Now whenever I eat pudding, I think of Shuji!
69. Comments by miakasan21 [Rating: 10/10]
All I have to say that is a really good drama...Kimura Takuya-san did an excellent job...all I have to say is that it is a really emotional drama...if you feel like having your emotions on an emotional rollercoaster then this is the drama for you.
70. Comments by pj0t [Rating: 9/10]
seriously
very cool, nice n sweet
71. Comments by Sungirl [Rating: 9/10]
I really liked the story. The ending made me cry!
72. Comments by zef [Rating: 10/10]
The best dorama I have ever seen. It has that magical feeling from start to finish. It is very sad, yet happy. I try to enjoy life to the fullest now. This was a very wonderful learning experience about love.
73. Comments by fAstIdIOUs gUrl [Rating: 8/10]
well.. what a sad ending... but kimura look handsome at the anding.. waaa.. sugoi.. aaa like other japanese drama.. included this drama.. the movement's of the story still slow..
74. Comments by matsu_takeiko [Rating: 9/10]
This was a really great, touching drama, but I just feel a little... off because I didn't cry at the end unlike most of the people who watched this did. But the acting was great; story's superb as always (Eriko Kitagawa is just amazing). The way the uneasiness of Takuya and Takako's relationship was depicted was amazing, how each one is too proud to ask the other how they really feel, or too proud to reveal their feelings to each other. There's a feel of realism to it (or maybe I can just relate hehe).
75. Comments by carie_akanishi [Rating: 8/10]
Another one of Takuya's classic, the one with the record breaking ratings..
76. Comments by Kaoruko [Rating: 9/10]
Slow at first, but is really really good
77. Comments by Bsalez [Rating: 10/10]
Love in relationship really strange...U didn't know what u'll get.
Event near toilet really brush ur feeling...Sob sob sob realy this series will make u cry
78. Comments by sabriel [Rating: 10/10]
This was the drama that got me hooked onto all doramas. i love takuya, he never seems to fail at living up to his performances.
79. Comments by Hee Hee Hee [Rating: 7/10]
Nice n touching drama....kimura is cool...~~like his hairstyle n the way he dress....expected the ending...
80. Comments by oshio_minahmi [Rating: 9/10]
gotta see the last episode! kim-taku is so cute!!
81. Comments by Siamman [Rating: 9/10]
Sad but beatiful ending
82. Comments by jastical [Rating: 9/10]
SAd, Touching and I like the soundtrack so much!!
83. Comments by Makoto [Rating: 10/10]
Touching Story, one of the classics for any Dorama fan. Lets get over this fact - Everyone has watched it. And if you haven't, You should.
84. Comments by Saburo [Rating: 4/10]
Tiring, trite, unoriginal, annoying. And way overrated.

Sorry, but I didn't buy this effort from Screenwriter Kitagawa...
85. Comments by Clockwork Orange [Rating: 4/10]
Whining throughout. I dislike Takuya, and even I felt sorry for him!
86. Comments by db9paka [Rating: 9/10]
Kyaaaaaaaa.... Takuya and Takako!!!! Need I say more?!?!?!
87. Comments by Tenkawa_Akito [Rating: 10/10]
Tear jerker...
88. Comments by z_rulez [Rating: 10/10]
really touching
89. Comments by jupiter [Rating: 8/10]
sad romantic love story. get me emotinal.Kimura is very talented. worth collecting
90. Comments by TigerJK [Rating: 9/10]
I liked it.
91. Comments by FaNtaSYDrEaMeRZ [Rating: 7/10]
okay series. wasn't all the great. didn't impress or surprise me at all. but overall...this series wasn't all THAT bad, just wasn't all that great.
92. Comments by amrayu [Rating: 10/10]
svcd
93. Comments by 206 [Rating: 10/10]
Boy this is one tragic week with this and summer snow. I need a happy one now.
94. Comments by stargirl [Rating: 10/10]
Beautiful Life is very touching and so sad. It reinforces the meaning and value of life and how a person's death can affect the lives of everyone around her. the actors and actresses are really good too.
95. Comments by orenji [Rating: 10/10]
Tear Jerker. I'm a hopeless romantic dorama watcher. ^_^
96. Comments by atheon [Rating: 9/10]
Great theme song by B'z. Heart warming drama. Great chemistry and superb acting by kimura and takako. One of the best romance jdrama, must see it.
97. Comments by Gimackii [Rating: 10/10]
Very very very good. Kimura Takuya was awesome! Just great to watch!
98. Comments by Kamui6 [Rating: 10/10]
One of those dramas that is a must see. i cry just thinking about it
99. Comments by iedot [Rating: 7/10]
romantic and sweet drama..
100. Comments by snake [Rating: 9/10]
Great Begining: Even Better Story
101. Comments by ancientpc [Rating: ?/10]
Complete
102. Comments by Onizuka [Rating: 10/10]
great for people who want to learn japanese
103. Comments by Renz [Rating: 8/10]
this movie is one of the best. i watched it on tv and i rate it 8 coz i missed some part of it. Damn!!!!
104. Comments by alkhoon [Rating: 8/10]
Good story. But I don't like the ending. >_<
105. Comments by avalon_4ever [Rating: 9/10]
the only takuya drama i like. takako is always good :)
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
106. Comments by Yuki0212 [Rating: 10/10]
This is the best drama I ever watch. I love the cast. It have a sad ending but I still love it.
107. Comments by ridiya [Rating: 7/10]
Its alright ..but I don't like drama with sad ending..and this happen to be one ^_^
108. Comments by mizuno_takako [Rating: 10/10]
Nice but sad ending...the cast's acting is terrific...this is the 1st show i fall in love with Mizuno Miki....hahahah
109. Comments by ryce [Rating: 7/10]
I found this show to be a little over-rated... maybe coz i watched it with high expectations from strong recommendation by several friends... it was quite a tear-jerker at the end.
110. Comments by adreanna_lee [Rating: 6/10]
Not the best nor the worst.... kinda expected something better than this (I bought the original one, yo!). And what's with Takuya's hair? Hairdresser? yeah rite.
111. Comments by barqy [Rating: ?/10]
Have yet to finish watching >.<
112. Comments by thetenken [Rating: 6/10]
Didn't really feel too much for the characters. They seemed too cut-out, especially KimuTaku's role. Good performance from Watabe Atsuro and Mizuno Miki, stealing the show...
113. Comments by syu77 [Rating: 10/10]
a really sad drama to watch...but nevertheless i enjoy it all the way.
114. Comments by Mister Pozart [Rating: 9/10]
Awesome. Sad ending but logic. Nice performances of the main characters.
115. Comments by dummyuser6 [Rating: ?/10]
im yet to watch it
116. Comments by kindaichi [Rating: 10/10]
One of the best Dramas that i watched...
117. Comments by Maschera [Rating: 9/10]
Didn't really like it the first time round. I only realised its a very nice drama when I watched it for the 2nd time.
118. Comments by cynee [Rating: 10/10]
great cast, great plot, great setting... my fave dorama!! all the subtle infusion of themes, the hidden meanings, the emotions... i just love this show & Takuya!
119. Comments by dannyboy [Rating: 10/10]
This story made a big impact in my life. It showed me varieties of attitudes from all sorts of people towards physically challenged individuals such as kyoko. Outstanding performance by Tokiwa Takako "Kyoko",acutally, outstanding would be an understatement. I was so touched.
120. Comments by Sou Catcher [Rating: 8/10]
Some parts were a bit confusing, but a very comical and enjoyable experiance altogether. The ending was not as lacrymous as I had expected but still it was an emotional one.
121. Comments by dummyuser11 [Rating: 9/10]
This is one drama i can watch over and over agian and not get bored. I've watched it twice and it made me cry twice. Especially when he did the make up for her. Yes the story was a predictable one, I admit that but still....it was wonderful....WATCH IT WATCH IT!!!
122. Comments by v69 [Rating: 9/10]
i like it alot!!!very touchy. wat a good love story. brilliant with d ending. sad&happy in different way at d same time..
123. Comments by jetfire [Rating: 9/10]
Honestly that drama even make me a grown up man cried. Its very touching do give it a try.
124. Comments by missmoonlight [Rating: 10/10]
Will add comments later
125. Comments by keii-kun [Rating: 8/10]
got the dvdrips...damn satisfied with the quality and the story...quite sad..but i'm strong like shuji..didn't cry at all LOL
126. Comments by Nat [Rating: 9/10]
Vary touching, and beautiful, I criyed something like 15 minutes on the last episode!
127. Comments by Nermal [Rating: 9/10]
Simply beautiful! Very touching! Although I did think at parts that the acting lacked a bit... but it's one of those classics you can't miss! 9.5
128. Comments by daigong6weeks [Rating: 10/10]
Who hasn't watched it?
129. Comments by Angelwings [Rating: 8/10]
Sweet, nice romantic drama
130. Comments by DragonSpirit164 [Rating: 10/10]
I hate sad endings. I actually teared up at the end for this one. That does not happen very often for me. Not even Summer Snow evoked the same reaction in me as Beautiful Life did.. it's brilliant.
131. Comments by saturdayrain [Rating: 9/10]
Beautifully crafted! It's really touching drama!
132. Comments by andorea [Rating: 10/10]
A very cute and heartwarming history!
Gotta watch it!
133. Comments by Jwen [Rating: 4/10]
The first episode got me going but subsequently i got sick of the whole handicap business. Takuya Kimura's character is portrayed as someone who doesn't discriminate or see her as anyone less, yet...the way the plot keeps harping on it makes it really contrived.
134. Comments by heimu [Rating: 9/10]
Sure, to be with your love ones, life is surely beautiful, but they can't stay beautiful forever? ... Watch it!
135. Comments by zchendevlemh [Rating: 10/10]
sugoi desu ne!
136. Comments by joychin [Rating: 10/10]
very very good!
137. Comments by gilster04 [Rating: 10/10]
I gave it a ten because it was the first JDrama I watched... ;o "woot"
138. Comments by makimura_RAn [Rating: 10/10]
The best dorama!
The story was so simple but so meaningful. When i saw this dorama, i just can say that the dorama was so good and perfect. Both Kimutaku and Tokiwa did a great job. The could show "something" between the two main character purely and deeply. Great acting i can say. The ending was so powerful to force the audience to see the scene. It really touched me. I love the white house and its setting in the end of the dorama. The ost by B'z (Konya Tsuki no Mieru Okani) also nice. It made the existence of this dorama and the story more and more. A must see for jdorama fan and off course Kimutaku and Tokiwa fans. Cheers for both of them!!!! Cheers for the writer!!!!
139. Comments by Michelly789 [Rating: 10/10]
This really gets you into the perspective of the handicapped world. The two main actors make their characters come alive. I cried so much. My dad cried! And he rarely cries for anything.
140. Comments by fiundin [Rating: 8/10]
A fantastic drama which is both tragic and heart warming. Really cool series with a fantastic sound track.
141. Comments by Jeanxi [Rating: 7/10]
Good romance drama! So sad yet touching. Really makes me cherish the life that I have.
142. Comments by Lily_Nguyen [Rating: 10/10]
It's very good. I really like it, bec. it's romantic and funny show. :D
143. Comments by erie [Rating: 8/10]
life is beautiful
144. Comments by Battle48 [Rating: 7/10]
It's a very cool serie , it's healthy and very psychological (all dramas are, but this one is even more)
It makes you re-consider the true value of life, though the last episodes are a bit harsh, some others a bit action-less and its end sad.

Nevertheless in the overall it's a very fine show !
145. Comments by psychomann [Rating: 7/10]
A great lesson of Courage, respect and civility
~
Un belle lesson de courage, respect et de civisme.
146. Comments by lisasan [Rating: 9/10]
sweet.
147. Comments by PinkSpider [Rating: 8/10]
Not A bad drama after all
but i dun like sad ending lol
ofcuz ppl would say that the realilty
but wat the hack...it's a drama...
148. Comments by netteygirl [Rating: 10/10]
I really loved the story line. Everytime I see it I start to cry. This is the best heart-warming tear jerker drama that I've seen.
149. Comments by Mphretz [Rating: 9/10]
It touched me!! =(
150. Comments by arashilove [Rating: 9/10]
An inspiring drama! Tokiwa Takako was convincing as a disabled person. Kimura Takuya's performance was memorable. The ending was tragic, but it fit perfectly well with the storyline, and left you with a great sense of fulfilment. A great message: live every day to the fullest because life is a gift, it doesn't last forever...
151. Comments by reltim [Rating: 10/10]
very sad.. very touching... love takuta kimura.. he's just natural..
152. Comments by subaruppi [Rating: 9/10]
I am honestly not biased. Kimura Takuya is an amazing actor...and this was another one of his shows that I thoroughly enjoyed. Tokiwa Takako was a good lead, albeit her acting was a little overdone at times....but ultimately, Kimura-kun always saved it. And the ending was what really got me. Excellent drama.
153. Comments by AngelXing [Rating: 9/10]
This is one drama i can watch over and over agian and not get bored. I've watched it twice and it made me cry twice. Especially when he did the make up for her. Yes the story was a predictable one, I admit that but still....it was wonderful....WATCH IT WATCH IT!!!
154. Comments by swoc [Rating: 9/10]
i love takako tokiwa. after watching, i appreciate life a lot more.
155. Comments by AzianGoOkGrL [Rating: 8/10]
This had a very beautiful storyline. I cried buckets towards the end.
156. Comments by CdMe [Rating: 7/10]
it gets better by each episode - quite sad though
157. Comments by dummyuser16 [Rating: 9/10]
Wow... One of my favorites; very predictable but sad at the end. I've fallen in love with Tokiwa.
158. Comments by eltinator [Rating: 10/10]
Simply one of the best dramas out there! So happy yet so sad at the same time. I was glued to my seat during this drama. Amazing performances by Tokiwa Takako and Kimura Takuya
159. Comments by Yurinoki [Rating: 10/10]
A wonderfully poignant movie that teaches one about love, acceptance of others, and living life to its fullest.
160. Comments by Onyx [Rating: 8/10]
Tokiwa is really really cute in this dorama. Its one of those dorama which has a very emotional part in almost each episode. Either way it did made me think a lot, and it kept me interrested enough to make me watch as much eps in a row as i could. It all depends on what you expect, for this you should expect a nice but love story type drama about a girl in a wheelchair. If you can settle with that storytype, you'll probably love it as much as i did.
161. Comments by Sakuragi_Hanamichi [Rating: 7/10]
only got to see the first half, but what i saw i liked.
162. Comments by ashitaka [Rating: 10/10]
The single most depressing drama ever. I still get depressed when I think of them, months later.
163. Comments by Surpur [Rating: 10/10]
My first dorama and it will always be a favorite one!
I watched it again and it is still the BEST!
164. Comments by Luen [Rating: 8/10]
I cryed I cryed!!
This drama is bitter but you can't stop watching it, great acting of Takako and Takuya.
165. Comments by Erikku-kun [Rating: 9/10]
Wow! This one's really beautiful..
Whoever interested in J-Drama out there, I highly recommend this. It's a deep, sad story with a lot of romantic scenes. If you've seen anything alike, you'll recognize the ever so popular illness theme.. and if you're already tired of it, don't make it let you down this drama. Because it's really worth your time, and it will surely make you cry.
166. Comments by positive [Rating: 10/10]
Absolutely love the way the story develops. Every woman dreams of someone who can love her that way!
167. Comments by amane [Rating: 7/10]
as always, kimura takuya's performance deserves a thumb up.however,try hard as she might,tokiwa takako's performances are still average for me, including this one.one actress however did caught my attention this time.it was mizuno miki,playing as tamura sachie(takako's bestfriend).quite an excellent performance from her here.great storyline.not a bad casting.an outstanding soundtrack from B'z there.
168. Comments by freak_of_psycho [Rating: 9/10]
Cried my heart out.
169. Comments by addlynna [Rating: 10/10]
i like this drama so much
170. Comments by kiba92 [Rating: 5/10]
Not great. This drama is very slow and kind of boring. I did not see the love chemistry between Kimura Takuya and Tokiwa Takako. The ending was very predictable, I was waiting for it to happen.
171. Comments by koichininoyu [Rating: ?/10]
next drama i watch acted by kimura...
a happy ending...and nice story...
172. Comments by oyaduras [Rating: 8/10]
touching drama with great actors. i enjoyed how they dealt with the issue of handicap/illness in relationships. very moving.
173. Comments by Longman [Rating: 7/10]
I think Beautiful Life is good, but not exactly outstanding. There were some sweet and endearing moments, but it did not turn out as sad and touching like my friends said.
174. Comments by syahirah [Rating: 8/10]
Love this drama...what a romantic and true love story...
175. Comments by Bedi [Rating: 9/10]
really enjoyable series. liked kimura takuya and tokiwa takako really much in this series. her smiling face is so cute and cheering :). but its boring that they tell what happens at the end in the middle of the series.
176. Comments by khieng [Rating: 7/10]
Loved the characters and the overall story. Just not too excited about dramas with depressing endings.
177. Comments by mista_t [Rating: 9/10]
so sad, accurate portrayal of modern relationships
178. Comments by areins7 [Rating: 10/10]
Sugoi!!!!
179. Comments by Lucian Dureau [Rating: 10/10]
If you want to see the Power of Love, this is your dorama. You will love the courage of Kimaku and the strength of Takako.
Soo moving story
180. Comments by kumukurukuk [Rating: 10/10]
very touching, simple story yet sweet and heartwarming!!! they are such a cute couple. As usual Kimutaku is Hot !!!! Cried at the end.
I think the drama is more about how shuji and kyoko handles their relationship in the midst of Kyoko's doubts and low self confidence. Kyoko has given up a lot of things, she basically closed her heart and this is what they need to overcome to be able to be together and to maintain their relationship. At first I did not understand why MAsao, Kyoko's brother did not want her going out with shuji and I think its more than wanting her sister not to get hurt, I think he feels some resentment towards the situation. Before the family provided her with happiness, love and support. To be able to provide these things to her and attend to her sister Masao did not pursue his own dreams and stayed with the family business. Now that Shuji takes this role from the family, Masao may feel that all his sacrifice was for nothing since another person is able to give kyoko the happiness, love, support etch. The ending was great, Kimutaku is such a hunk!!!!! Inever get tired of staring at him
181. Comments by kimurababe [Rating: 10/10]
unforgettable characters in a truly unforgettable story. a dorama that will make you laugh, cry and all giddy inside.
182. Comments by cipong [Rating: 8/10]
sad... uhuk..uhuk..
183. Comments by nad [Rating: 10/10]
the best drama among all..watch it!!
184. Comments by WD [Rating: 9/10]
OH, MY GOD! It's the first time I saw Kimura-kun in a pretty serious role. His scene in the last episode where he cried at last was really stellar and it broke my heart! Takako Tokiwa did a good job as well. Good script and great acting, though slow at times, but really worth it! Go watch it!
185. Comments by ar-a-mach [Rating: 10/10]
what can i say but a must see !!!!
186. Comments by yijing [Rating: 9/10]
i really like the ending as it is simply perfect. because Kyoko passed away in the end thus the ending is beautiful as Shuji lived on strongly for her. unlike other characters of other dramas that we often see, he doesn't pins for her. becos Kyoko is alive in his heart. if she had lived on maybe i won't like this drama as much
187. Comments by Laika [Rating: 6/10]
Found it kinda time. Not the biggest Kimutaku fan >_<
188. Comments by Toreyam [Rating: 10/10]
a must see!
189. Comments by kaonashi [Rating: 10/10]
A Kimura Takuya drama's usually a great one. Beautiful life's certainly no exception. Everything's top notch, one of the absolute best.
190. Comments by Rinispark [Rating: 10/10]
This drama is the best one Ive seen so far....tearjerkerfor sure.
191. Comments by smmlt [Rating: 7/10]
Complete.
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192. Comments by Sensei_EA [Rating: 10/10]
I'm realy - realy - realy like Tokiwa Takako as Machida Kyoko very much!
193. Comments by jazz [Rating: ?/10]
Still watching/downloading.
194. Comments by h_reast [Rating: 9/10]
I kind of hate a drama with sad ending, but not this one. Eventhough
195. Comments by chadine [Rating: 10/10]
long love kimu and tokiwa
196. Comments by Dorobou [Rating: 9/10]
Indeed, it is beautiful.
197. Comments by Pochi [Rating: 9/10]
Wahh!!~~ Beautiful Life is such a touching drama! ;-; The storyline is so sensitive, beautiful..If you like jdramas, you really can't miss it!
198. Comments by gakuchi [Rating: 8/10]
My first Tokiwa's drama... Takuya looked messy but still cute, heh. Some parts were pretty boring, but overall twas very good.
199. Comments by Takumi_Fujihara [Rating: 8/10]
A beatiful and interesting drama, the ending was a bit sad i think...
200. Comments by marzyu [Rating: 7/10]
really good overall . . . i'm pretty sure the last episode touched everyone's heart ^.^
201. Comments by Rio [Rating: 9/10]
Pretty-boy actor Kimura Takuya and soap queen Tokiwa Takako join forces in this highly rated new series. A bike-riding hair stylist meets a wheelchair-bound woman who refuses to let her disabilities prevent her from enjoying life.
202. Comments by ParaParaJMo [Rating: 10/10]
A really great drama. One of the best ones I've ever seen.
203. Comments by ForbiddenLover [Rating: 10/10]
Awesome :D and sad ;__;
204. Comments by Miyu_Kaya [Rating: 6/10]
I liked it.
205. Comments by hitori [Rating: 3/10]
A very moving drama (man, did I cry!!!!). But I also got sometimes very angry about those two >.<
206. Comments by shikirocks [Rating: 10/10]
The best Tv-anything i've seen, I was hooked on thise like crazy!
207. Comments by Calintz [Rating: 10/10]
a very touching drama , prepare to cry in the end. :'(
208. Comments by glayjiro1017 [Rating: 10/10]
I absolutely love this drama. It's my favorite!

このドラマが一番好きだ.

Kimura Takuya & Tokiwa Takako are a great match.
Nishikawa Takanori fits his role as a a stylist perfectly! (He's awesome in this!)

B'z ED song for this drama....I love it! It reminds of how great I thought of this drama! The lyrics are sweet and they really touch your heart. Oh, B'z. You make such great music.

If you enjoy romance/love story dramas, this is wonderful.
209. Comments by onichi_sensei [Rating: 9/10]
This series is pretty sad at times but is very addictive. The staff of the movie makes it so that you can easily sympathize with what's going on, and can really open your eyes to the real life; the beautiful life!
210. Comments by lilis [Rating: 7/10]
Sad, but masmerized.
211. Comments by fuji-senpai [Rating: 10/10]
the ending was so sad, i cried for the entire last episode especially when kyoko died and shuji was doing the make-up for her.
212. Comments by trana87 [Rating: 8/10]
this drama was so sad at the end! even though i swear i wouldn't cry, i was pouring out tears at the end...
213. Comments by Eve [Rating: 7/10]
Charming. Takuya Kimura always has such appeal!!! And Tokiwa does alot better as a handicapped person than she did as a dancer.
214. Comments by aizamia [Rating: 10/10]
true romantic love story
215. Comments by prettylady [Rating: 8/10]
Sad & touching, but definitely a beautiful life.
216. Comments by mayne_que [Rating: 8/10]
Story line is good. Quite touching especially the last part. Abit draggy for those supporting casts' plots though...not the best dorama that i've seen...but not the worst either!
217. Comments by Yuxmania [Rating: 7/10]
Good.
218. Comments by pedang_patah [Rating: 6/10]
boring...it was too draggy for me making me want to fall asleep...but,thank God this drama had kimura takuya in it dat kept ur eyes glued to da tv or else....
219. Comments by jaba [Rating: 7/10]
This is a touching drama...
220. Comments by pcmodem [Rating: 10/10]
All-time favorite!
221. Comments by doramafans [Rating: 10/10]
Great drama and touching too. Shuji is soo gentle
222. Comments by Danji [Rating: 10/10]
This is one of the most touching shows I have seen in years. By all counts, Beautiful Life depicts several of the best acting performances in Asian cinema I have noted to date, and heralds a topic most of Japan wouldn't touch. An A++ for topic coverage, good story, decent soundtrack, and superb acting.
223. Comments by MiSsY^cRaCkErZ [Rating: 10/10]
really love this drama so much!!!! i cry at the last episode,,, it's so sad!!! n touching,,
224. Comments by RubenV [Rating: 9/10]
Absolutely fantastic!
225. Comments by totuta [Rating: 9/10]
good.
226. Comments by Kensai [Rating: 10/10]
It's my favorite J-drama :D
227. Comments by shizukanaotoko [Rating: 9/10]
this is a good drama. ^.^ i like how it shows the complexities of being handicapped =P i like tokiwa takako, shes pretty haha, and i like how it helps you understand other people's difficulties. so from now on don't subject disadvantaged ppl to cruel treatment~ ohh and go out and watch this!
228. Comments by atreyu112 [Rating: 1/10]
haven't watched it yet.. so no comment
229. Comments by pinkjelly [Rating: 9/10]
it's nice...but sad ending..
230. Comments by dintigger [Rating: 10/10]
THE BEST.. cannot stop Sobbing at the end
231. Comments by Mericity [Rating: 10/10]
Another great dorama. Its a classic, i cried when he had to do her make up! its soo sad, a must watch!
232. Comments by linux [Rating: 9/10]
love till D end
233. Comments by jjpsychic2 [Rating: 10/10]
Watching this drama, made me realize lots of things in the outside world. Very good romantic and sad drama. Definitely Tokiwa Takako's best drama.
234. Comments by IkematsuSosuke [Rating: 5/10]
There weren't to many happy moments..the relationship is happy and fun for like 5 minutes in the drama and another problem arise to make it sad and not fun to watch...skipped alot of episdes.
235. Comments by kikkuman [Rating: 6/10]
highly overrated. very disappointed with this after enjoying long vacation. very slowpaced and boring, didnt care much for the ending
236. Comments by v1olet [Rating: 8/10]
what a romantic and sad drama. shuji was so sweet and so understanding. i wonder if such a person like shuji is ever alive in our real life.
237. Comments by Steve [Rating: 10/10]
This is wonderful, amazing, so romantic and touch. But it's bad for the ending but I think this is one of the best drama i've ever watched.
takako is realy2.. adoreable. kimutaku is the best actor not less from a king of dorama
238. Comments by eightysix [Rating: 9/10]
Great show, but really REALLY depressing ending.
239. Comments by chocoLatte12 [Rating: 9/10]
touching series.. This is the first Kimutaku drama that I've watched
240. Comments by kurusawa [Rating: 8/10]
Beautiful Show!
241. Comments by QQ [Rating: 10/10]
Great Dorama i ever watched!!! about life, love, and family! So warm and tocuhin'.... ^_^
242. Comments by moonchyld [Rating: 10/10]
so touching and poignant... loved takuya here!
243. Comments by yon [Rating: 10/10]
first jdorama i'd watched on tv...
244. Comments by missa [Rating: 9/10]
Superb watch -- one of the very first doramas I checked out :)
245. Comments by kirei_lanford [Rating: 10/10]
It's the best dorama ever.... no comment
246. Comments by mikelooi [Rating: 10/10]
A touching drama, love the girl & Kimura
247. Comments by aygamita [Rating: 9/10]
Very touchy....
248. Comments by Leo [Rating: 8/10]
Very nice love story.Similar to "Summer Snow".The story movement is kinda slow but it gradually picks up it's pace as it approaches the ending. Meaningful love story.Recommended especially for those Kimura Takuya Fans ^_^
249. Comments by Cindy_Bramhall [Rating: 10/10]
Absolutely touching! I loved the romance!
250. Comments by GIGI [Rating: 8/10]
I just discovered japanese doramas recently and this was the first i've seen. Great acting from Takuya. If my hairdresser is as oozing with appeal as he is I would be visiting the salon everyday. :-)
251. Comments by kinokid [Rating: 9/10]
GOOD!!!!
252. Comments by allanah [Rating: 10/10]
This is the drama that got me hooked! I could watch this inspiring tale over and over again, and any time I see someone in a wheelchair I think about the absence of their view on the world. Wish everyone had a Shuji <3
253. Comments by viOLet harukO [Rating: 9/10]
mY first set Of drama bought ...tHis sHow is great...depicted how great Love can Be...takUya's hair lOoked a little meSsy tHough..haha...
254. Comments by Boogoo8 [Rating: 8/10]
So moved by that and even wanna cried when story ended!
255. Comments by donna8157 [Rating: 10/10]
This is probably one of the most widely watched JDoramas ever next to "GTO" and "Long Vacation". In fact, I was introduced to this drama after watching "GTO" and this was when I fell in love with Kimura Takuya's acting. The story revolves around a hairstylist whose dream is to make people pretty so that they can be happy and a young, handicapped woman who is confined to a wheelchair for her entire life. Although they got into a few squabbles in the beginning, they soon became closer and fell in love with one another. The chemistry between Kimura Takuya and Tokiwa Takako was electric and it really added to the dramatics of the ending.

Highly recommended (don't forget tissues).
256. Comments by Aurora [Rating: 8/10]
Another "kimutaku" drama series, this time his occupation is a hairstylist. It has kept me following, and the music is fabulous.
257. Comments by johuth [Rating: 10/10]
Bought means available for trade! COMPLETE
258. Comments by tab612 [Rating: 9/10]
so touching!!!
259. Comments by uglymale [Rating: 10/10]
One of the few dramas which I can say changed my life.
260. Comments by schon [Rating: 10/10]
kimutaku becomes a hairdresser.
261. Comments by Tu_triky [Rating: 10/10]
Instantly became one of my all time favorites. The touching love story b/n Shuji & Kyoko was iminently believable and expertly acted by Takako Tokiwa & Kimura Takuya. A "beautiful" story as the name implies. Thrillingly lovely yet depressing as well. Be prepared to shed a tear.
262. Comments by i3lu3fun [Rating: 10/10]
not really a takuya kimura fan but this is one of the best romance drama ever brought to screen... love the story-line... a must-watch for all
263. Comments by tk_iva [Rating: 10/10]
woh..... is the word to use for this show... everything is prefect. a show not to be miss. i had watched it again and again and have not get sick of it.
264. Comments by erictancheehow [Rating: 10/10]
Sad Ending!!!
265. Comments by williu [Rating: 10/10]
Really good drama, where you grow to understand the characters more and more as the episodes go by.
266. Comments by Hide/Takky [Rating: 10/10]
touching.... the last bits especially!
267. Comments by azn_baseball_boy16 [Rating: 8/10]
Not a bad dorama. The storyline was good and Kimura and Tokiwa were good together. ending was a little predictable but it was still good
268. Comments by koalabear [Rating: 6/10]
Why such a low score? Interesting questions. OK Kimura is fabulous in this. He looks pretty bad I must say and I'm not a huge fan of the whole "stylish" character but he is extremely genuine, honest, sincere and kind in this jdorama. Completely convincing - you just have to love Shuji because he's such a great guy. It's to Kimura's credit that even though he doesn't look his best in this (looks tired, skin is bad - looks very luckluster) that you just love Shuji anyway.

I think the problem is, while I did like Kyoko as a character - there was very little chemistry between Kyoko and Shuji. Partly because 常盤貴子 persists in playing Kyoko with an almost witless wide-eyed-ness which is a bit weird..... that being said, there are some wonderful moments - moving the wheelchair with the feet, Shuji's declarations... discussions with the brother etc.

The drama is very uneven. There are moments which it really drags, and then other moments when it's very interesting. Towards the end, it is (as you know) extremely sad) and Kimura is excellent. The famous final scene is just as wonderful and reassuring as I was led to believe and the feeling of healing and love you receive is extremely wonderful. I still watch bits of this drama again, I just wish the chemistry was better and that 常盤貴子 didn't always play Kyoko in such a spoilt / bratty fashion ..... Yes yes, I know her life was difficult, but Shuji was sooooooo loving and understanding .... sometimes Kyoko was just so annoying to him :)
269. Comments by natzumi [Rating: 8/10]
Yet another classic from Takuya. It's a romatic comedy about a girl in wheel chair and a hair dressor whom she opens her heart to. As the title suggested... it is a beautiful story.
270. Comments by Geezer [Rating: 8/10]
One of the first J-Doramas I watched from beginning to end---without subtitles. Made me a fan.
271. Comments by Ushiroyubi [Rating: 10/10]
Unbelievably emotional drama. I cannot say enough about the human nature of this series... but I'll choose to say little. Perhaps, my all-time favorite.
272. Comments by Julianlivre [Rating: 8/10]
well I guess this drama wasent the best and a little boring but the characters of this show was good so it was watchable.
273. Comments by lynn minmei [Rating: 10/10]
Very nice drama. I cant stop my tears falling. I recommend this to everyone.
274. Comments by tamyy__ [Rating: 10/10]
It's th first kimura takuya san i've watched and it's such a great drama. i easily understand why his drama are always n°1 ! now i want to see his others drama and i'll buy this one
275. Comments by Bushwick2002 [Rating: 9/10]
sad drama. made me cry so many times.
276. Comments by yan_ange [Rating: 10/10]
THe best JP drama ever!!!
277. Comments by Azn_Rayver [Rating: 10/10]
Inspiring, life changing and moving.
278. Comments by Lemina [Rating: 10/10]
I never cryed so much, really.
My the most favourite dorama <3
279. Comments by z123_us [Rating: 10/10]
excellent ... story, acting was par excellence. definitely worth watching.

tokiwa has such a great smile ... really cute.
280. Comments by lunasan [Rating: 8/10]
I like this drama but it's very sad
281. Comments by icebaby028 [Rating: 8/10]
Pretty good. Sad at times but not as good or as sad as some people say it is. Predictable ending.
282. Comments by lovejdorama [Rating: 10/10]
***AVAIL FOR TRADE**
1~11, 3 DVDs
Language: JAPANESE
Subtitle: ENGLISH (Great Grammer)
PIC quality: A-
Video Format: MPEG 2, NTSC 4:3
Source: bought
Notes: 5% glitches here & there, 15% not in sync
Comment: Finished watching 2/1/05, Review written, cried my eyes out. Have a box of Kleenex ready! Takuya Kimura!
283. Comments by wolfgang2336 [Rating: 10/10]
best drama, good actor /actress
284. Comments by ppx040481 [Rating: 10/10]
my favourite japnese drama!!!
285. Comments by cookielmy [Rating: 10/10]
This is a very touching movie... very nice to see Takako Tokiwa and Takuya Kimura acting together.. wathching this dorama can really make you cry.. i watched so many times..and i still cries when i watch it..
286. Comments by *ume* [Rating: 10/10]
one of my all time favorite
287. Comments by Juhis [Rating: 10/10]
Really beautiful life!
288. Comments by laylowmay [Rating: 10/10]
Very touching.
289. Comments by lightningemperor [Rating: 10/10]
damn good. damn sad.
290. Comments by requiem [Rating: 10/10]
Arguably one of the best real-life dramas I've ever seen. Like Summer Snow, it starts silly, and ends consumingly strong. Prepare lots of tissues - since even though you expect the ending, watching things slowly fall apart makes the story so much more tragic and tearful.
291. Comments by meiohsetsuna [Rating: 7/10]
The ending wasn't a big suprise, but it still made you cry a little. I love how their relationship unfolded. The shock value in the first episode of Kyoko being snappy and then coming out with her wheelchair really made me think twice. I learned alot about how handicaps are treated in Japan by watching this. It was a beautiful love story... Mmmm, Kimura Takuya ... wish I had known about SMAP earlier!
292. Comments by Sumire [Rating: 9/10]
I really love this show. I think sometimes that Kyoko can be annoying and plays the victim too much. I like Shuji and how he doesn't even think of it as an issue that she is handicapped, he sees past it and loves her no matter what. When i first watched this series when it came out I actually cried, very touching.
293. Comments by Chrisse [Rating: 10/10]
for me it's the best romantic/drama story ever! I really liked the connection that shuji and kyoko had. The last episode was really a killer, never felt so sad when i watched tv.
It's my number one show.
the acting of takuya kimura and tokiwa takako were really great.
i recommand it to everybody
294. Comments by Lil_Naka [Rating: 9/10]
Touching Ending, good overall
295. Comments by Ghaz890109016039 [Rating: 10/10]
Wow, this drama is very touching. My mother had made a lot of tears when she watched this touching drama. For advice, prepare a box of tissue before watch this drama especially ladies :)
296. Comments by aoi_hana [Rating: 8/10]
Very sad and yet uplifting drama.
297. Comments by IniQx [Rating: 9/10]
Yes. Life is beautiful. So is the drama.
298. Comments by Bodhi [Rating: 10/10]
Very Moving
299. Comments by enderschaos [Rating: 9/10]
There's a reason why Takuya is my favorite actor in J-Dramas, and in this show he really proves why. Very moving.
300. Comments by mii-chan [Rating: 10/10]
I've seen it about 15 times so far and I will probably watch it 15 more times and I'm sure I'll always shed some tears...
301. Comments by kljs [Rating: 9/10]
Very touching storyline. :)
302. Comments by Okiunic [Rating: 9/10]
ending so sad. *sniff* but, kimura takuya's in it ^^
303. Comments by cgy [Rating: 8/10]
if only she wasn't handicapped..
304. Comments by PureYuki [Rating: 5/10]
Its not that bad for a slow pace with some predictable factors. This drama was interesting with some heart warming and enjoyable moments, so it deserves a decent rate.
305. Comments by luvin_pride [Rating: 9/10]
touchin.. muz watch!
306. Comments by carla-chan [Rating: 9/10]
One of the classics of romantic japanese series!!
Everyone have to see it!
307. Comments by koiichef [Rating: 10/10]
Awesome drama. This is my first Japanese drama that i have watched and as weLL as bought. It is a MUST see for any Takuya Kimura fan.
308. Comments by misato-chan [Rating: 10/10]
simply wonderful~~
309. Comments by ainangst [Rating: 9/10]
Its Beautiful
310. Comments by Eunike [Rating: 9/10]
A good jdorama. But sad Ending.
311. Comments by Otakamo [Rating: ?/10]
Havent watched it yet
312. Comments by tInoltin [Rating: 6/10]
Quite boring... besides the fact that takuya's in the drama, there's nothing so good about it..
313. Comments by asma [Rating: 4/10]
If you like long, sad dramas then this is good. But I don't. However I did watch it til the end altho' I fast forwarded at times.
314. Comments by mornin_view [Rating: 7/10]
beautiful life ... a love story between a hair stylist and a wheel bound lady. haiz... hv a really sad ending. but this show taught us abt the feelings of disabled ppl went through really
meaningful shld watch it.
315. Comments by okaker [Rating: 8/10]
i dont know how much i watch this drama recently. the character that bring by kimura takuya are suitable for him.like drama "pride" he doesn't influence by other person.but why most of jdrame endup with sad ending,huhuhuhuuu
316. Comments by selphie086 [Rating: 10/10]
A true sad love story.
317. Comments by M.Shadows [Rating: 10/10]
One of the best dramas ever to air on television. I actually shed tears.
318. Comments by Seghal [Rating: 10/10]
touching love-story, I love it
319. Comments by juuan [Rating: 6/10]
Over rated, albeit Kimutaku is pretty convincing as a hair dresser.
320. Comments by aznvietguy [Rating: 10/10]
Very inspiring
321. Comments by cwenting [Rating: 7/10]
Quite touching..
322. Comments by satsuki [Rating: 10/10]
Very sad drama, Takuya&Takako 's acting was brilliant, enjoyed 100%.Needed tissue to wipe my tears!!
323. Comments by UsopSama [Rating: 6/10]
Heartwarming but not the best love story around. At the beginning, the story is well-paced and well-scripted. The ending, I felt, was not nearly as well done. This series, I might add, is very melodramatic and can become unbearable to digest.
324. Comments by aki_san [Rating: 9/10]
really good story !! i'm touch !
325. Comments by thomas.k [Rating: 10/10]
A sad and good Dorama too, it's one of the classics of the modern dorama, this one made me cry a lot. Simply one of the best.
326. Comments by silchan [Rating: 10/10]
I CRIED SO MUCH! POOR SHUJIIIII!!!!
327. Comments by fybabe [Rating: 9/10]
Other than Long Vacation, this is probably the other Takuya drama that I really like so far. And Takako Tokiwa was surprisingly natural in this. And probably the only drama involving a terminally sick lead that doesn't put me off!
328. Comments by rob1out [Rating: 9/10]
this one is pretty good. i liked it.
329. Comments by gogi [Rating: 6/10]
so so
330. Comments by kurii [Rating: 9/10]
Relieved.
331. Comments by ryoko293 [Rating: 8/10]
The idea behind the dorama was very good rate: 10
but the ending was soooo sad; that#s why I give it an 8...^^
332. Comments by niko2x [Rating: 9/10]
Not up there with summer snow, but pretty damn close as it IS one of my favorite dramas.
333. Comments by Andro [Rating: 8/10]
A very beautiful and romantic story. I only didn't like the end.
334. Comments by hina-sama [Rating: 8/10]
Good drama.Tokiwa Takako's really great in it. She's sooo lovely!!
335. Comments by coolbreeze [Rating: 6/10]
*DO NOT WATCH IF YOU DO NOT LIKE TRAGIC ENDINGS*

Takako Tokiwa is superb in this drama. She is very cute and her acting is great. I must admit I didn't like Takuya's character because of his hot-headedness.

I watched the whole series through only to hope for a happy ending but was verydisappointed by the tragic Titanic-like ending. If I knew how it would have ended, I would have never start watching it.
336. Comments by -miyukii [Rating: 9/10]
its really nice... ^^
337. Comments by lorac81 [Rating: 9/10]
One of my favorite jdorama. Romantic and touching...
338. Comments by madsky [Rating: 8/10]
Beautiful Life is the most touching drama I've ever seen. Kimura and Tokiwa have great chemistry, and both did great in their roles. (Especially Tokiwa, she was excellent as Kyoko.) You see their relationship grow throughtout the whole series, although the ending is sad... made me cry more than once. I also liked the sidestory with Masao and Sachie. Watabe was funny as Masao, he had such an awkward manner, very amusing XD. Overall, it's a nice, heartwarming love story.
339. Comments by Aunty Coco [Rating: 9/10]
Beautiful drama... No wonder this drama swept all the awards for the season...
340. Comments by bigfire [Rating: 7/10]
A touching story about a hair stylist and the handicapped love of his life. This tale explores the predudices and hardships that they experience throughout their relationship. While not completely original, this is still amoung my favorites.
341. Comments by missie [Rating: 10/10]
wat can i say...both lead were fantastic...really GREAT!
342. Comments by PoTaToE [Rating: 9/10]
great drama with a great story. kinda predicable for me, but still a great story with a good cast.
343. Comments by aiamano [Rating: 10/10]
Your happy and sad tears will come out for sure....
344. Comments by maeda [Rating: 10/10]
Just wanna say only one word 'Excellent'. Now I can say it's really Beautiful!!!!
345. Comments by mariaclara [Rating: 7/10]
Okay. I think it's overrated. Good enough but didn't leave a great impression on me. Definitely not great enough to be ranked in the top 5.
346. Comments by jetjet [Rating: 6/10]
It was great but too melodramatic.
347. Comments by shanghai_honey [Rating: 10/10]
Beautiful drama, beautiful acting, beautiful message. This dorama is unforgettable to me because of the subtle but poignat acting of Takako Tokiwa and Takuya Kimura. I have never been so touched watching a jdorama before. The powerful acting of the two leads makes this one an A++++.
348. Comments by laudakwah [Rating: 9/10]
My 2nd JDorama ever. Great story but sad. Kimura ain't bad.
349. Comments by chasm [Rating: 7/10]
the reason im turning japanese
350. Comments by aki_07 [Rating: 6/10]
There's alot of hype over this drama and I can't understand why... typical plot of cute guy falling for a crippled girl rite? That's all rite? Nothing unique and I can't recall much of it. Soundtrack is very good though...
351. Comments by Hemilya [Rating: 9/10]
It's a sad, but at the same time a very kind and touching story. About how love can make people strong and weak, and how can person change because of love.
I think Tokiwa Takako did a really great job, describing how a handicaped person sees this world around him. A enjoyed her playing. And of course Kimura Takuya was awesome. Well, as he always is.
352. Comments by ahweigor [Rating: ?/10]
Have not watched yet
353. Comments by x_XJules [Rating: 6/10]
Touching and heart-breaking. I knew the ending and cried anyway.
354. Comments by mistymoonlight [Rating: ?/10]
The first drama I saw with Kimura Takuya. Good acting, a simple and touching story. What more could one want?!
355. Comments by tAz [Rating: 10/10]
touching, sweet and beautiful. my all time favourite! this is such a nice drama. very sad. fantastic. love takuya (:
356. Comments by idetakun [Rating: 1/10]
I don't like this drama..
not feeling it romantic at all.
sad to see takuya looking so tired throughout this drama...
357. Comments by Feenix [Rating: 9/10]
Aww...this one made me cry. xD Overall it was a pretty good series. Awesommeee...!! &#9829;
358. Comments by Sevenz [Rating: 10/10]
Takuya Kimura and Takako Tokiwa have such great chemistry!
359. Comments by tikleabubble [Rating: 8/10]
Not a bad drama. Definitely not overrated. No tears shed, but I totally felt for the female lead. Kimura did a fine job. Leaves me feeling the same as I did after watching koukou kyoushi 2003. Defintely worth watching.
360. Comments by milly [Rating: 9/10]
it's so romantic drama
361. Comments by echo-Shan [Rating: 7/10]
OK~~but a bit boring~~Very touching at last!!!!
362. Comments by jindo [Rating: 9/10]
One of the Kimura-kun's best drama.
363. Comments by Higashi [Rating: 9/10]
I can't say it's my top favorite dorama but I sure do like it :)
364. Comments by yami [Rating: 9/10]
takuya! yay! he's always a good actor. and takako tokiwa is so cute. overall an enjoyable drama <3
365. Comments by minochi99 [Rating: 9/10]
A beautiful story and very touching. Great chemistry between Takako and Takuya. I enjoyed how they met, how they came to respect each other, then understand each other, and finally to love each other.

The two main characters definitely had spark on-screen. Also, appreciate seeing the treatment of handicap people in Japan. There's a lot of japanese dramas that deal with this subject. It might be b/c Japanese society still has issues when it comes to treating handicap people with respect and love. So, it's good to see subjects like this.

A heartfelt ending that I will remember. Highly recommended.
366. Comments by investone [Rating: 7/10]
i have avi files
367. Comments by niti [Rating: 8/10]
This was my first Jdorama. I did not know anything about Jdoramas but I decided to watch it, just to get a wink of what Japanese media was like ^_^.

I loved this series. It really was a beautiful life. However I though it was a bit to slow in the beginning. One could easily get bored from the start and decide not to watch the series. Nevertheless, please do, cause the series is wonderful, truly wonderful. 8/10 The end was not my favourite though.
368. Comments by Ishikawa Minoru [Rating: 10/10]
Best Drama I have seen so far.
369. Comments by Bruno [Rating: 10/10]
Meu segundo dorama do Kimura, oq me deixou realmente f&#227; do kra. Dorama sublime. original, emocionane, realista, .... s&#227;o mtos adjetivos para uma s&#233;rie sem precedentes. Imperd&#237;vel!
370. Comments by JunsenJapan [Rating: 10/10]
made me cry
371. Comments by gopro [Rating: 9/10]
Pretty good, It is actually a happy story. I didnt feel compassion (suffer with) for the 2 chars. Really good happy story. Reccommend
(Early Winter 07)
372. Comments by LuVinEm [Rating: 10/10]
so many strange things we human got from the day we birth... this drama got both happiness and sadness very good, must see it! ... Kimura Takuya are one of the best actor
373. Comments by Red_Dragon_JPN [Rating: 9/10]
DVDR
374. Comments by teru_teru_bouzu [Rating: 10/10]
It sure was one touching drama....... I cried so much throught out the drama... Then again I do cry at almost every drama no matter how sad or touching it is...haha
375. Comments by Hayato [Rating: 8/10]
the ending...too sad
376. Comments by ArtofSubterfuge [Rating: 10/10]
I just finished watching this series. I love how there isn't continuous crying or anything like that in this one. Of course there's some, as with all sad-ending dramas, but the acting was unexpected for me. It was a great drama. The ending of course was sad, but I liked the way it ended. Thumbs up.
377. Comments by ben_soh23 [Rating: 9/10]
lovely drama although i do have to admit i got pretty bored in the middle portion n find it a tad too draggy.....
the casts put in great performances n u'll really feel for them as if u noe them in person (at least i did)...
although i already knew wat happened in the end (through spoilers in this website reviews :( but i still cried during the last few episodes after Kyoko fate was confirmed.... especially the last part when Shuji put makeup for her, really cannot control myself....
378. Comments by raei [Rating: 10/10]
Beautiful.. what else can I really say?
379. Comments by Kenshin03 [Rating: 9/10]
Good acting and interesting story.
380. Comments by TakumaSan [Rating: 10/10]
great drama!
381. Comments by kaitosan20 [Rating: 9/10]
such a nice drama, the story line was so good.
382. Comments by sawadasmile [Rating: 9/10]
definitely a must watch for anybody-- it's emotional, touching, sweet, funny, sad...
383. Comments by Karupin [Rating: 10/10]
Beautiful and sad love story. Kimura is so good.
384. Comments by dirtysweet [Rating: 10/10]
I cried when I watched the ending. Actually, starting from episode 3 onwards, I cried at least once in every episode. I was a nervous wreck when Takuya Kimura applied makeup for the dead girl in the last scene. I cried SO LOUD my mother rushed into the room to see me bawling into a wad of wet tissue paper and staring at the computer screen at the same time. Of course I hafta give this drama full marks, the last time I cried so bad was when Shinkai hurt his foot in Good Luck hahaha
385. Comments by apple_grenade [Rating: 8/10]
Beautiful story. Superb casts. Sob-worthy plot. Cool haircuts. Yep, a great dorama this was!
386. Comments by Anees [Rating: 9/10]
If you want to watch something like this, you are better off just watching Summer Snow, which is really similar but even better. KimuTaku is the same as always, and Takiko is really good (she's the main reason I love this drama)... the ening was disappointing and a little sudden, but maybe I only think that because I watched this one right after Summer Snow, which has a perfect ending. Anyway, this drama all around is very touching, and even though it can be sad, it will make you feel really happy.
387. Comments by ilovedrama [Rating: 10/10]
Cared for the characters hence 10/10.
388. Comments by lalaland [Rating: 10/10]
Yes, like everyone says.........this is one hella sad drama. If its viewership was more representative of the world's population, we may have had less materialistic and more appreciative people. I enjoyed this drama because 1) its "final" episode eloquently captured the one or many moments that we must go through in life 2) the characters are unique and strong in their own ways and 3) well, I don't want to spoil it.
389. Comments by Sailorprinzess [Rating: 8/10]
Although I love Kimura Takuya to death, this drama was decent. I love the relationship between the two main characters, but the character Kyoko, the girl lead, got on my nerves a lot. I don't know, maybe I need to watch it again to give it proper attention, sinc eI was in the middle of my finals while watching it. However I do think everyone should give it a chance!
390. Comments by MissMonika [Rating: 9/10]
This is such a beautiful show. I really love Kimura Takuya now. He's so awesome. The character dynamics were great, and the whole story overall is so touching.
391. Comments by crimsonRED [Rating: 7/10]
Takuya had done a great job at portraying himself as a hairdresser. He is very awesome in crying when his girlfriend died.
392. Comments by brittny low [Rating: 9/10]
the most lovely drama i had been watched..
like it very much..
393. Comments by Shindou [Rating: 9/10]
Definitely one of the most beautifully done doramas I've seen. Touching performances by Takako and Takuya with a great supporting cast. I'm not a fan of sad stories typically but this one was certainly something else. I can definitely see how this is comparable to LG and LV. Watabe Atsuro was an inspired choice to play her somewhat slow and overprotective brother. A great dorama overall!
394. Comments by David Heinemann [Rating: 10/10]
Great dorama, plot and cast. One of the best ever!
395. Comments by mukashi [Rating: 10/10]
My first drama, and my first love you could say! Great acting, touching story:)
396. Comments by MrNiceGuy [Rating: 8/10]
So sad!
397. Comments by nug_turn [Rating: 10/10]
make me wanna be stylish
398. Comments by Midori-Yagami [Rating: 9/10]
so sad ;__; Kimutaku was very good in this one, so kakkoi like always as Shuji *_* It was really weird cause usually I don't like the female protagonist of the drama, I hate them XD 'cause they are so lucky to work with my favorite actors!! But Takako Tokiwa was more than ok for me in this drama, she and Takuya make a wonderful couple!!
399. Comments by olorin [Rating: 9/10]
I didn't like it at first, but it grew on me fast. The acting is very good and it evokes a lot of emotion.
400. Comments by aretakuyanie [Rating: 8/10]
the is very sad ending but still the best.
401. Comments by youhei_mito [Rating: 5/10]
couldnt finish it. decent drama, but not my cup of tea. hate it when i know one of the main characters will die in the end. probably the pairing-up of kimura & tokiwa didnt appeal much to me either
402. Comments by LoveMonster [Rating: 8/10]
(Watched Eps 1-7- will update upon completion) A pair that are destined to tug at your heartstrings. The differences between the two leave their relationship perpetually doomed but like all love stories, the moments of happiness are worth all the pain. I love the idea. I was even reeled in by the gimmicky love triangles and been there/done misunderstandings that plague all relationships. But the writing would fall flat at times- periods of dullness that could be too much to put up with if you're not patient, or just looking for a quick easy ride.
403. Comments by Zaki-kun [Rating: 6/10]
its quite boring for my liking...
404. Comments by Q-chan [Rating: 9/10]
So romantic... The best Takuya Kimura dorama.
405. Comments by Wynter [Rating: 10/10]
A beautiful, heartwarming drama. Highly recommanded to all who enjoy the perfect love story.
406. Comments by hisashi [Rating: 8/10]
Not as touching as i expected.
407. Comments by susantotony [Rating: 10/10]
i always recommend this dorama to my friends. one of the best.
408. Comments by mrmacca [Rating: 9/10]
Excellent and touching drama, very good indeed. Im also horribly gay for takuya, which helps I guess.
409. Comments by laramatsu [Rating: 7/10]
This drama is very memorable to me since all my housemates rushed over from classes and work to watch this drama. We all cried at the end of course T_T
410. Comments by purplequeenz [Rating: 8/10]
=3
411. Comments by Takumi Am Soichiro [Rating: 10/10]
Great drama !!!
412. Comments by Jackykero [Rating: 9/10]
I liked it very much. Although I'm not fond of tearjerkers, and not fond of Kimura either - who sorta always plays the same tough guy role - I really enjoyed this one. The story is well built and the chemistry between Kimura and Tokiwa really works. Tokiwa particularly is very convincing and touching in playing her character. The romance of Mizuno and Watabe also adds some fun in watching this dorama.
413. Comments by Dina-chan [Rating: 8/10]
Hiks...nande??why the ending is sad...I don't like it...But I like the player...kimutaku...aishiteru...hehe...just kidding...
414. Comments by phoenix_angkasa [Rating: 9/10]
Very touching storyline; this drama totally engrossed me. It's a shame I couldn't give this show 2 votes!most romantic drama..
415. Comments by Guy_Viet [Rating: 6/10]
Couldn't get into the story ...
416. Comments by JAP FREAK [Rating: 6/10]
watched. was so slow and dull but still touching so i did cry.
417. Comments by Catono Minamoto [Rating: 10/10]
beautiful drama
418. Comments by dreamer10231 [Rating: 9/10]
although it is not the usual kind of drama that i will watch (i usually go for romantic comedies), i find the acting and the story nice...my first jap drama...
419. Comments by kai0227 [Rating: 9/10]
Good story, one of the first dramas I watched so I don't remember much. I like the way the relationship between the two main characters was handled.
420. Comments by leboy [Rating: 9/10]
Very Good
421. Comments by Kiyomi L. Denise [Rating: 6/10]
Saw this MANY years ago, so I don't really really remember everything about this drama. All I still recall is... it's kinda touching. Sorry, that's all i can say.
422. Comments by mmyy [Rating: 7/10]
It's a typical love story where a sick person is involved. You've seen it in Summer Snow, in Ichi Ritoru no Namida, in Sekai no Chuushin, and probably in a lot more other dramas. I'll give it credit for being one of the early original ones, but if you've seen one too many shows with the same theme, then it's really nothing special.
423. Comments by wanderingfish7 [Rating: 8/10]
A touching drama. I like both leading actor and actress. He is so cool. She is so sweet.
424. Comments by orange_k4zu [Rating: 10/10]
For Me, this is the best!
425. Comments by hero too good! [Rating: ?/10]
ummmm anyt5hing wit kimutaku is good
426. Comments by glyq [Rating: 2/10]
expected a lot more.. real disapointment...
427. Comments by norz [Rating: ?/10]
(havent finished)
428. Comments by Wesu [Rating: 9/10]
T_T Kimutaku FTW
429. Comments by Jin_Matsumitsu [Rating: 7/10]
Beautiful as the title says it! The hardsships from a woman with a sickness shows the true meaning of Beautiful Life along with her lover! Interesting story yet very sad in the very end.
430. Comments by nutda_chan [Rating: 9/10]
A MUST SEE SHOW!!!!! eventhough it is not a happy ending(which is couple ended up together)..but it showed us the value of true love...just love it....at first, i wasnt agree abt them as a couple...but after i`ve watch these series 2,3 times over and over again...the chemistry between them just superb and unbelievable...SERIOUS!!! By the way...dun jump to the conclusion...you better watch it first and then comment..that would be better...@^_^@..
431. Comments by jdoramafreaks [Rating: 8/10]
留学時代ん時にビデオを借りて、学校で観てた(爆笑)
432. Comments by aznswmerboi [Rating: 8/10]
Sad
433. Comments by oToyz [Rating: 9/10]
very beautiful dorama
434. Comments by terra-kun [Rating: ?/10]
Seen the first one, was alright.
435. Comments by syahir [Rating: 9/10]
this story is sad and heartwarming~
436. Comments by adrian10102000 [Rating: 10/10]
a sad love story
437. Comments by Rory [Rating: 7/10]
A good drama with good characters and the story is interesting in its own way. I liked it.
438. Comments by Uminotori [Rating: 9/10]
lalala llllaav
439. Comments by yo-chan [Rating: 10/10]
very touching T_T
440. Comments by mitha-chan [Rating: 10/10]
takuuu..i love u!! a great movies..i drop my tears..
441. Comments by ilovetakuya [Rating: 7/10]
This drama was pretty good. The plot is too simple though.. I was bored occasionally.. Sometimes, I admit I had to force myself to watch this. However, I still give this drama 7 because of very good ending. This drama got better after ep.8, and ep.11 was very good and touching. Kimura Takuya gave very solid performance here. Some of the lines were very touching too.
It wasn't as sad as I wished it would be, though.. I think this drama is a little bit overrated because of its high ratings.
Tokiwa Takako didn't really have any chemistry with Kimura Takuya.
I think my expectations were too high because of the name values of Kitagawa Eriko and Kimura Takuya. This drama is good, but it could have been better
442. Comments by Jhuy [Rating: 10/10]
Amazing story with amazing actors... ^^ If not's the best, one of the best dramas i've watched
443. Comments by shirota [Rating: 6/10]
This Drama was okayish. Sometimes Kyoko gets kinda annoying, that'll be my only complaint. Plus I rather they paired up Kimura Takuya with someone beautiful. I've noticed usually the leading female are never pretty, I guess it's to keep the females fan from being jealous?
444. Comments by aznpride26 [Rating: 10/10]
sweet.
445. Comments by ogonbato [Rating: 6/10]
its a good dorama but not worthy to be in a top 5 in my opinion, i usually addict to a drama in the first 3 episodes, but i take like 5 episodes to like this drama, but still a good dorama!
446. Comments by ThaiChick [Rating: 10/10]
Very beautiful and lovely story. Perfect casts. Well acted on each character.
447. Comments by cashewramen [Rating: 9/10]
kimu taku kawaiii
448. Comments by dakko-sensei [Rating: 8/10]
Quite emotional, and quite a good story too. Opened my eyes to the world of a disabled person - quite powerful stuff!
449. Comments by Dreamchaser [Rating: 7/10]
It was really nice and sad, I cried a lot!
450. Comments by nienna [Rating: 9/10]
one of my first japanese dramas. i guess beautiful life is the one japanese dramas that sunk me even deeper into the abyss of japanese dramas. LOL... at first, i didn't really like kimutaku and was always wondering why is his hair so curly in this show. hahaha....by the time i finished this, i was in love with him that i watched almost all the dramas which he had acted.
451. Comments by ongrina82 [Rating: 10/10]
Highly recommended drama, very nice and touching. A must watch!!
452. Comments by kamikaze54 [Rating: 6/10]
Absolute no chemistry between Shuji played by Takuya Kimura and Kyoko played by Takako Tokiwa. Poor acting on Kimura's part. He was not convincing that he actually loved her like the drama tried to portray. Nice Story - maybe would have been better if they got a different male lead.
453. Comments by Takashi [Rating: 9/10]
LOVE IT!

One of the saddest dramas i've watched.... sends a message to all those healthy people out there..... "Be happy of who you are"
454. Comments by strawberrynkiwi [Rating: 8/10]
If I watched it when it first came out, I would have rated higher. Since I watched 1 Litre of Tears already, the whole handicap theme was watched before. It was touching, but not extremely that made me cry. Plus the plot was quite predictable. I gott admit there wasn't a lot of chemistry between the leads compare to the newer dramas of Kimura. I still enjoyed it though. I really like the beginning, than as it got to the end, it was too 1 Litre of Tears.
455. Comments by Luthiel no Edge [Rating: 9/10]
Watching this drama has almost changed me, even months after, I still can't describe how much I love it.
456. Comments by JackClark [Rating: 10/10]
Bitter sweet story. Tokiwa was great in it.
457. Comments by sweetkisses7574 [Rating: 10/10]
soooooo good. if you don't cry you not normal! JK JK but its really good. and sad..
458. Comments by *Sayaka* [Rating: 8/10]
Sad drama -_- But it certainly has quite a few memorable scenes. The main cast were great!
459. Comments by gto_girlz83 [Rating: 7/10]
a sad drama 2 be watch..
460. Comments by shitomaru [Rating: 9/10]
i watched it on tv. it as brilliat to have an idea to make a drama like this. sad story, made me cry (hikz....)
461. Comments by babelbox [Rating: 9/10]
Nice story. Good acting. One of the best.
462. Comments by nishishi [Rating: 5/10]
There r better doramas.... It is just OK imo....
463. Comments by eml132 [Rating: 10/10]
2nd to Ichi Rittoru no Namida as the best tearjerking drama. Wonderful cast and heart touching story makes this drama one to remember for a long time.
464. Comments by ShujiJaa [Rating: 10/10]
Sooo moving !! If you didn't watch it, you missed something :P
465. Comments by Signo [Rating: 8/10]
very very saaaaaaad ;-(
466. Comments by 100%enka4life [Rating: 7/10]
not bad
467. Comments by heyheybp [Rating: 9/10]
Classic Drama.
468. Comments by Tiffany [Rating: 9/10]
This has got to be one of the most well-known love stories of jdorama: Kyoko + Shuji = <3! And I loved every minute of it. Then again, I'm a sucker for tragic love stories. It made me laugh, cringe, worry, smile, and cry- it was absolutely wonderful and beautiful!
469. Comments by zuco6933 [Rating: 10/10]
its very touching and the plot also very attractive. good show
470. Comments by Raytrace [Rating: 10/10]
Very touching.
471. Comments by furansowa [Rating: 9/10]
good drama. the screenplay is simple, but very touching. Kimura Takuya and Tokiwa Takako are wonderful in their role. and a "beautiful" end...
472. Comments by gorgeous_in_tears [Rating: 10/10]
So heart touching and soul wretching. Didnt have enough tissues because I cried my eyes out...
473. Comments by ashibakazu [Rating: 8/10]
cut,cut,cut.. but not your leg
474. Comments by nikegurl [Rating: 10/10]
This is the first japanese drama I watch. I love this movie as Takuya Kimura and Tokako Tokiwa did the best job. I also love this drama theme song.
475. Comments by expanzee [Rating: 7/10]
This drama is a must for Takuya's fan.
476. Comments by mooncrescent [Rating: 6/10]
I must admit that I couldn't help crying.. Takuya Kimura is so skillful. i wonder how did he make those skills like they are real?
477. Comments by BOGCHI [Rating: 9/10]
Funny and touching.
Not as boring as I expected, it's a fun dorama with great acting and sotry
478. Comments by catlin_kay [Rating: 10/10]
the first jdrama that i watched.. "the first is the deepest"thats what people said.. huhu~
479. Comments by usagi_on_the_moon [Rating: ?/10]
haven't started yet...
480. Comments by rexyloveshun [Rating: 9/10]
very overwhelming... this drama made me fall in love with KIMURA TAKUYA...hehe
481. Comments by l3in8 [Rating: 10/10]
What else can you describe?
482. Comments by debabsayang [Rating: 7/10]
a very sad dorama.
483. Comments by ginger ale [Rating: ?/10]
Still watching it for the joy of watching Takuya Kimura who is such a natural actor.
484. Comments by steadfast [Rating: 10/10]
You don't see much like this. Even though by the end of the first episode you already know what the ending will be, that's fine. Because the writing is realistic. the acting is awesome. Everyone, absolutely everyone did a amazing job. I'm a male, and I have to admit this story touched me. My eyes watered several times.
485. Comments by Ezalor [Rating: 8/10]
Very sad, yet very thoughtful plot; i cried a lot. KimuTaku is and stays the best.
486. Comments by tetsu69ers [Rating: 8/10]
so sad story,, kimutaku is so kind in this dorama,,
487. Comments by bluesnow12 [Rating: 7/10]
nice...
488. Comments by kd100 [Rating: ?/10]
im just starting to watch it its good so far
489. Comments by Kitsuchi [Rating: 10/10]
This was a really beautiful and sad story.. It kind of reminded me of Ichi Ritoru no Namida. Maybe they took the idea from it?
However, the love between Shuji and Kyoko is sweet. The story is deep but yet so simple.. Kimura Takuya is an excellet actor. This is my first time seeing Tokiwa Takako act and I really like her. She is really good. I liked her always strong and healthy behaviours ^_^.
I also liked the theme song for this dorama.
This is a highly recommended dorama ^_^.
490. Comments by BijinDatta [Rating: 9/10]
Really heart wrenching at times! Takuya is the best!!! And I definitely loved the lead actress. :)
491. Comments by Angry Machines [Rating: 10/10]
Very good story and good acting. I can't believe that that guy from TM network is in it. The end was very moving.
492. Comments by akitsu [Rating: 4/10]
I liked the first and the second episode. The rest was very boring. I couldn't identify myself with the heroine. The relations didn't feel real.
493. Comments by chinmi [Rating: 8/10]
Really moving !
A very touching love story
494. Comments by Lifo [Rating: 10/10]
Very Touching !!
495. Comments by moronic16 [Rating: 10/10]
kanashi na.. demo
two thumb up
496. Comments by cracksoul [Rating: 7/10]
nice, but quite slow...but still nice to watch
497. Comments by altec [Rating: 10/10]
The acting was amazing, the story simple but sweet, and truly heartfelt.
498. Comments by Helena [Rating: 7/10]
i actually have a very high expectation for this drama, since my fav takuya kimura is in it, but unfortunately, this drama has failed my expectation, although the idea of e story is good bt e way they narrate e story has failed - i think, n e character doesnt really interest me much either although i must say the main actor n actress have done good jobs, while e rest of e actors - i couldnt care less since their acting - below average, exp: e main actress big bro, OMG, so irritating 2 watch whenever his turn
499. Comments by hikaruhana [Rating: 5/10]
Lots of star power with a cast like this, eh? Got better at the end when a tragedy brought everyone together. There were some very sweet moments.
500. Comments by miia [Rating: 7/10]
very romantic.. spectacular performance by kimura n tokiwa.. though i think kimura's hairstyle kindof sux.. haha
501. Comments by piro [Rating: ?/10]
I like this dorama.
502. Comments by k4g0me [Rating: 8/10]
I really liked this one. The girl managed to make me feel the frustrations she was feeling....very good plus it had Kimura, one of my favorites...oh yeah and I cried...
503. Comments by monta [Rating: 6/10]
so overrated. it's daymn slow
504. Comments by leftleg [Rating: 9/10]
kimura takuya : )
505. Comments by akane_MYV [Rating: 9/10]
It was a great show!! I kinda got the feeling that one should be thankful to god to be able to run, to be able to live...
It it such a heartwarming, touching and awesome drama, I love it! An unusual storyline but I liked it....it wasn't always the same, great actor and the chraracters were awesome. Although the end was predictable it was realistic. The end was really sad, so that I cried.
There were no boring scene, I was always looking forward to watch the next episode.
506. Comments by afterglowmegami [Rating: 5/10]
I have only watched a few episodes but due to my schedule, I wasn't able to finish it.
507. Comments by ying1128 [Rating: 9/10]
It made me cry!
508. Comments by gaijinmark [Rating: 9/10]
Lots of good performances here. But Watabe Atsuro is easy to overlook as the over-protective older brother!
509. Comments by kiez [Rating: 7/10]
old dramas but touch
510. Comments by absoul [Rating: 10/10]
the best luv story..ego..
511. Comments by ayumigirl92 [Rating: 10/10]
i donno why but i can watch this drama over and over again. It doesn't get old... i like it... but I always have to remember to have a box of tissue for the ending...
512. Comments by ivy99 [Rating: 8/10]
if you feel like a good cry this is a must
513. Comments by Wongo [Rating: 8/10]
Dont' know what to say about this drama..
514. Comments by Jewell4 [Rating: 10/10]
Again bcoz of KimuTaku. But... I do love it. Still can make me cry every time watch it again and again.
515. Comments by masaki-chan [Rating: 6/10]
Such a lovely love story:) It's beautiful. Man who really loved girl on a wheelchair. But it didn't make such impression...
516. Comments by mujie89 [Rating: 8/10]
So sad story...
517. Comments by mrose [Rating: 9/10]
My Favorite Jdorama of all time! thats it...period..no explanation needed =)
518. Comments by jessen100 [Rating: 7/10]
very good.
519. Comments by Aysha [Rating: 5/10]
..it has some beautiful and cute moments but yet so sad ...
520. Comments by Yuka212 [Rating: 10/10]
Like this drama alot and cry everytime I watch it. It is the best drama.
521. Comments by loly [Rating: 8/10]
so so so sad..huhuuuu ~^_^~
522. Comments by kacang [Rating: 8/10]
sad n make me smile:D. like this drama
523. Comments by ケヴィン [Rating: 10/10]
Very emotional dorama from the very beginning till the end. Highly recommended.
524. Comments by oldasianguy [Rating: 10/10]
I ranked this show no. 2 after "Long Vacation"....Ending of course was sad...but at least they had their time together...Highly recommend this romantic show for tender sensetive souls.....
525. Comments by uhno [Rating: 9/10]
I really enjoyed this one. It was sweet but wasn't melodramatic to the extent of ruining a sweet love story. The leads did an awesome job and suited their roles.
526. Comments by waddy [Rating: 9/10]
a heart crying story..
527. Comments by dirtypink [Rating: 7/10]
despite its excellent reviews everywhere.i failed to feel the same.i thought it was pretty much cliche.but i have to say that the drama is very beautiful!but i just dont love it so much, guess thats just me.i didn't even cry or anything.it didn't make me feel touched at all.i guess after watching 1LiterOfTears, i can't cry for dramas like these anymore cuz its just a different level.lol.but i prefered koukoukyoushi to this.
528. Comments by fadeekimura [Rating: 10/10]
i love takuya kimura!!!
529. Comments by shinjitsu [Rating: 7/10]
Too be honest ... I thought this was a little over-rated. Tokiwa Takako and Kimura Takuya ... big names and big ratings.
530. Comments by yourasthma [Rating: 8/10]
a bit draggy and manipulative, but watabe atsuro and miki mizuno made it more bearable. takako tokiwa was great, takuya kimura his usual self... even though i knew the ending, i still cried buckets. good show, esp thanks to the good supporting cast.
531. Comments by lelokong [Rating: 10/10]
best of its kind
532. Comments by kireiyuhi [Rating: 7/10]
Sometimes it felt like the problems shuji and kyoko faced were repeated and over exaggerated some times but otherwise this was a very good drama. KimuTaku did a really good job.
533. Comments by sw33t_laydee [Rating: 9/10]
If you want to cry, this is a good one =)
534. Comments by serebi [Rating: 8/10]
A little frustrating love story at times but, all in all a very good drama. Carrying a message of hope, never giving up on love and willingness to go on. Beautiful finale episode.
535. Comments by sinned12 [Rating: 9/10]
Another one of Kimutaku's better dramas. It's a sad ending with aother great performance from Kimutaku. Great soundtrack also.
536. Comments by Akyoku [Rating: ?/10]
not yet watched
537. Comments by noodlefreak [Rating: 9/10]
It's really cute. I cried like crazy at the end.
538. Comments by nike_girl [Rating: 7/10]
1st japanese drama watched. Love the drama.
539. Comments by TakiGo [Rating: 8/10]
Pretty damn good.
540. Comments by sirhin [Rating: 7/10]
I liked it enough though some parts were somewhat too slow-moving for my tastes. It was rather touching at some points and light-hearted at others. Slightly mushy at one points, with the mandatory obstacles a couple encounters in typical dramas. All in all, I mostly watched this because of the good reviews I kept on reading and the plot appealed to me. Honestly, try it out and watch it! After all, I may be one of the atypical ones and you might just love it! All in all, it has a good plot and was pretty entertaining and it kept me hooked till the end. It's worth a try and is pretty good. My only complaint are the dialogue-only scenes. I'm not the most emotionally adept person out there.
541. Comments by pinkokoro [Rating: 6/10]
COMPLETE. this is quite a fav and popular to most people I know. but I guess it didn't do much to me. I give it a 6.
542. Comments by hoshi2307 [Rating: 7/10]
My discs weren't very high-quality-i couldn't see clearly and the translated words were yellow-blur. Maybe that was why it affected my rating.
543. Comments by hapybrian [Rating: ?/10]
Haven't watched it yet.
544. Comments by anpanman [Rating: 8/10]
This was a very enjoyable drama, but it was very poignant and depressing at times. I found the main female character to be very frustrating though. Anyway, stock up on tissues.
545. Comments by majin buu [Rating: 10/10]
LOVE IT!!!!!
546. Comments by yanaliao [Rating: 6/10]
I like the dedication of Suji for the girl, I give it a 6 because the girl died. Bought the HK version.
547. Comments by Rokugatsu Ken [Rating: 10/10]
nice dead story
548. Comments by marspeach [Rating: 8/10]
Great touching show. Tokiwa Takako was great. Kimutaku was his usual cool character but with a funny hairstyle and sunglasses.
549. Comments by Orenjideisu [Rating: 6/10]
Don't know why, but I somehow could not enjoy watching this so much. Great acting though.
550. Comments by TA-Chan [Rating: 10/10]
I love this so much !
551. Comments by room304 [Rating: 7/10]
major tearjerker but nevertheless heartwarming and nice to watch
552. Comments by phlargo [Rating: 8/10]
A heartwarming/heartbreaking story of finding and fighting for love.

Two characters fighting against each other for much of the series only to finally come together in the face of tragedy. Captures some good themes about beauty and honesty but perhaps falls short of true greatness - the idea of 'life as beauty' only get a cursory examination and could be so much more deeply explored with the same characters. The characters are for the most part very well played. Certain scenes in the end (and likely throughout) will require a handy box of tissues to mop up your face.
553. Comments by Amano_Tsukiko [Rating: 6/10]
When it comes to romance drama, I have to have happy ending. Still interesting enough to warrant an above average rating.
554. Comments by Mabelka [Rating: 8/10]
Another classic from Kimura. Drama has a strong romance plot but sometimes it's getting boring. The chemistry between Kimu and Takako is quite low and the end is predictable. Good touching story for drama lovers.
555. Comments by SUPERjen [Rating: 8/10]
A good heartfelt love story, for sure.
556. Comments by serm2802 [Rating: 7/10]
Touching but not so good in everything
557. Comments by deseipher [Rating: 8/10]
Heartwarming and heartwrenching, I enjoyed watching Kyoko develop as a character, slowly opening up to Shuji, who's a bit misunderstood at times.
558. Comments by popdod [Rating: 9/10]
Another sad ending romance story. One of the fantasy story telling which will NOT happen to real life. Great casts and theme songs. Urge everyone to watch it......just for the fantasy sake. :)
559. Comments by Hisako-desu [Rating: 8/10]
Hmm... One of my first dramas... It's a quite good drama about a hairdresser falling in love with a lady in a wheelchair. Problems arise as evil co-workers plot demise while the hairdresser tries to convince the stubborn woman that he loves her for her, wheelchair or not.
560. Comments by Almir Borges [Rating: 10/10]
The Best!!!
561. Comments by elfgeek [Rating: 10/10]
Awesome drama from start to finish. Kimutaku and Tokiwa Takako is just brilliant! Touching and tear-jerking all the way for me here...
562. Comments by hibiscus920 [Rating: ?/10]
Watched the first episode before I got bored with it. DROPPED.
563. Comments by oonqy [Rating: 9/10]
is one of the best tear-jerking drama ~
the theme song is nice.. whenever listen to it, will jus remind me of the scenes
564. Comments by tama_naj [Rating: 5/10]
somehow i like the story..touching..
565. Comments by hitomi #1 [Rating: 10/10]
The best, hands down!!!!
566. Comments by jun-mao [Rating: 10/10]
Very touching story!! Must watch!
567. Comments by Smitster [Rating: 7/10]
My first "Kimutaku" drama. At the time, I thought it was awesome. After a little bit of viewing experience now, it's still very good, not stunning, but good. Nice slow pace, and not really anything happens for a long time, but that's okay.
568. Comments by anjelle1216 [Rating: 8/10]
I <3 KimuTaku!!! He's so versatile and is very cute :)
569. Comments by chibichan [Rating: 8/10]
very romantic dorama, i prefer happy ending tough, but overall the story is great
570. Comments by outlaws0025 [Rating: 8/10]
Really awesome dorama with amazing acting, although I have to say it's not in my top 3, but it's still a very very good drama!
Oh and theme song!!!! Best theme song ever used for a dorama!
571. Comments by inamoto_yoi [Rating: 6/10]
not bad
572. Comments by Aozora86 [Rating: 6/10]
It's ok... although I was expecting something better.
573. Comments by jed_ka [Rating: 7/10]
Beautiful Life is a really great drama
574. Comments by KrazyMonkey78 [Rating: 7/10]
Pretty good drama. Starts off boring, but give it a chance and it gets better.
575. Comments by Sorata [Rating: 9/10]
Great dorama with some of the greatest dramatic moments i have ever seen.
Kimura´s character here is just like his character in Long Vacation and Love Generation, but i won´t criticize this, that character is a winning formula for this kind of doramas.
Tokiwa Takako was really beatiful in this, she is one of the most likeable characters ever, i really cared about her character.
Another great Kimura dorama, but i believe that the plot and Tokiwa Takako were much more important in this than Kimura.
576. Comments by dbesthair23 [Rating: 10/10]
This was very very good, very touching and loved the relationship between the kimutaku and the other girl.
577. Comments by Henriquette [Rating: 10/10]
kimutaku! it was really good
578. Comments by jicks [Rating: 10/10]
Kimura Takuya & Tokiwa Takako make for the most beautiful onscreen couple ever. I went totally fangirl crazy every time he used his foot to swing her around in her wheelchair to face him *fans self*
579. Comments by Replicant [Rating: 9/10]
Great drama.
580. Comments by shuJi89 [Rating: 9/10]
this drama so beautiful just like the title...huhu
a great romance drama...
581. Comments by abelcmcr [Rating: 8/10]
A little frustrating love story at times but, all in all a very good drama. Carrying a message of hope, never giving up on love and willingness to go on. Beautiful finale episode.
582. Comments by Mimori [Rating: 10/10]
*sigh
What else can I say about this drama except that it is the most heartwarming yet saddening drama I've watched. And this was, I think, the third j-drama I watched. I watched it with my best friend and we both ended up crying like babies, while eating ice cream to minimize the sadness. xD

The acting was really great, this drama made me like KimuTaku. The chemistry between the actors is excellent and they did a great job of portraying the challenges that living with a disability brings. I agree that at times the story was slow but that's to be expected since it's depicting a human drama, and let's face it some days our real lives are pretty dull.
Even so, the plot is very moving, it makes you feel sad, happy, angry but above all it gives you a lesson of what love, real "I'll be by your side no matter what" love is really about, while also making you realize that you only have one life and you should really treasure your past, live fully in your present, and look forward to your future, even if it might not come.

Oh also, I almost fell backwards when I realized that Nishikawa Takanori was Satoru. He did a great job here. TM Revolution, banzai. \o/
583. Comments by occultangle [Rating: 6/10]
This is the perfect example of the one complaint I have against Japanese television and films. The over abundance of portrayals of sick, crippled, cancer patients etc. And if you have seen one, you know how every other one will end. It's not that I always expect happy endings, but enough is enough already. I can never understand why it is that people always seem to rave about about these types of shows. It gives me the same feeling as when I visit someone in the hospital. Don't get me wrong, there's some really great acting and writing, and some of the dialogue is absolute genius. It really is a masterpiece, it's just a masterpiece I personaly wish I hadn't had the misfortune of having seen.
584. Comments by sadclown [Rating: 5/10]
takuya gave an outstanding performance here
585. Comments by victhortuazon [Rating: 9/10]
no wonder,kimutaki being the king of jdorama..
586. Comments by Oba-chan [Rating: 9/10]
So sweet, salute for kimura takuya and Tokiwa takako.
soundtrack: Konya Tsuki no Mieru oka ni (B'z) : 8

Users who voted for this drama (346)
1. Genma
2. ykobasig
3. jdfan
Good plot, moving acting performances from the cast.
4. kook05
5. Carlanox
the best love story ever :)
6. yuka
A well-paced romantic story that moved one to chuckle at the beginning, dreamy in between and at the end teary-eyed. The pull from the stellar performance of Kimura and Tokiwa (an excellent match) is forceful. Both were powerfully subtle without the melodramatics in their respective roles.
7. blackwhis
its and old but very memorable drama
8. gLay
Sad story, touches my heart.
9. DukeGonzalez
hmm sad ending
10. fatma
i really like this drama it's so romantic and loving story...
11. warren.mcclendon
masterful perfromances by all
12. juliana_phang
tears n laughter, a good mix..
13. hanaru_shinten
romantic
14. ct_subang
the best ever!!takako n kimutaku!!
15. hokage
Had a really good ending.
16. lim_li
It makes me cry...so touching!!!!!
17. Ayu
i watch this 3 times and as usually i always cry .....tauching dorama, but full of the meaning for human life....
18. manutunia
Beautiful story....
19. PapaDeshio
No wonder
20. takuya_angel
Beautiful story. A MUST WATCH!! Don't miss it as it's a real tear-jerker. Kimura's performance have touched me deeply in this one.
21. Aki
I don't have to say more. It's a classic dorama hit! Was especially touched by the commitment of the character played by Kimura Takuya and in the last scene when he did her make-up.
22. Sungirl
23. lucky
24. winterwish
A good plot development. Good story and good ending. Both, Takako tokiwa and takuya kimura have done a really good acting in this drama.
25. jo
Incredible story, it was like reading a novel. The ending was sad, but it was really done exceptionally well. I was not particularly fond of the first 5-6 episodes, the last couple were emotionally captivating. Watch it and you will understand. 9/10.Kimutaku was GOOD! Tokiwa was great!! A must see A+++
26. Warrior
I like the cast!!And the story
It is very heartwarming!!
27. lost_baka
great romantic drama ne?
28. Hawklu
29. Jon Saviola
30. pj0t
31. gotosira
If you like summer snow or to heart, you are definitely going to like this drama...
32. zef
This is the greatest dorama of all time!
33. z_dane
best for who still search for a real love
34. bulanbintang
35. Bsalez
Good choice by picking this two Kimutaku n takako,their acting is awesome..one of the best !!!
36. animetama
Ahhh... Kimura Takuya^^ *droolz*
He's got that certain charisma that even when he's a grump we can still like him.. heh!
37. KuRoZ
very nice drama but kimura takuya acting little to negative aslo the girl
38. LostOne[TR]
one of/if not the best drama i've seen
39. brian_brian
40. fuqinlan
one of the best show i like!!!
41. sammimatsu
42. Ororo_munroe
43. Elneric
beautiful life, beautiful story
44. garyura_akira
45. aitri
great story with really good leads, kept my unwavering interest till the very end!
46. db9paka
Although some parts were quite draggy, but the story was overall touching and sad. Truly unforgettable and amazing. Tokiwa was extremely kawaii and Takuya was basically his normal self. Recommended.
47. yuko^
I totally love this show, but sad to say, i always haf to pluck up lotsa courage to re-watch again, cos itz simply too heart-wrenching, and u would really be pissed at kyoko and shuji for not cherishing the time they had half way thru the show...but nonetheless, itz a great show!!!:P
48. nurgee
beautiful story.
49. Vanessa
The side characters were very interesting and had great storylines, plus the visual aspect of the dorama is unforgettable.
50. kchu34
51. stargirl
a very touching drama which made me cry a bucket of tears
52. cute_kyoko
ohh! its nice and touching... and its make me cried especially at the end of the dramas..
53. LaughingMan
54. Sunfish
touching story
55. KS17
Love this love story, very touching...Takuya acted really well
56. blurq
57. richemon25
58. peeka
59. Samuel
Nice drama.. Wacth it and you will regret 'bout it!!!
60. Tokeida Yuji
TOUCHING.... AND SAD
61. Rena
62. Gimackii
Soooo beautiful, touching and good!!!!!
63. Dorrin
64. joychin
very very nice..!
65. jaybird
It's really BEAUTIFUL!!
66. berybery
67. ajb_advance
68. mandy
69. Mister Pozart
Awesome. Sad ending but logic. Nice performances of the main characters.
70. ciahcra
Great ending!....
71. kindaichi
I just watch this 11 episodes, and i really like this J-Drama. I really think that this series must be in the top 5.
72. violet
73. cynee
BEST! great combination of plot+cast! touching~~!
74. Ayanami
75. Kirakun
This seemed strange to me at first, but as it got further along I loved it more and more. One of my favorites.
76. v69
77. jetfire
SUperb acting plus good storyline and jaw breaking cast
78. prncss urduja
one of the best drama i've ever seen!
79. retrodivot
80. mizune
You know from the very first episode that this will be a sad story, but it is also very funny and heartwarming as well. All the characters (both primary and secondary roles) are well developed and well cast. It's hard to find a drama as evenly balanced as this one. This is probably my favorite Tokiwa Takako role.
81. AsukaLangley
82. Buruburu
83. DragonSpirit164
Extremely good acting plus a wonderful story. The only drama that made me tear up at the end.
84. kenka
85. andorea
86. heimu
A very touching dorama with some incredible acting in my opinion, well worth my vote.
87. ditmercury
88. dys199
Amazing dorama, great chemistry between the two lead actors and a very touching story. You need tissue with you when you watch this dorama.
89. kjchien
90. otaking
91. daphne01
Nice combination between Takuya and Takako. Very touching. I thought the ending will be Kyoko recovering but it turns out that she died. I cried everytime I watched that scene. The ending part whereby Shuji opened a salon near the sea and all deco are as per what kyoko wants, it gave me a kind satisfaction within
92. comet
93. arashilove
Amazing story with a lot of deep messages. Like how you should learn to appreciate life because it doesn't last forever. Well done to both Tokiwa Takako and Kimura Takuya.
94. biscuitbox
95. hiroshi
Great story; very touching; love conquers all.
96. johuth
I dont have this drama but it is a piece of art. I have allways loved this drama very much. Not only is it a good drama it is the second drama that i ever watched it is the best drama that i have seen. still to this day. i dont think that there is or will ever be a drama to top this one i should have voted for this earlier. It is such a good story and it remindes be of my own troubles. As a disabled person Kyoko reminded me about how i felt at times being in a weelchair. Its it a very important drama to me. if anyone hasn't seen it you guys need to. It was the best drama this i have ever seen and i have seen alot of dramas believe me. I watched the whole thing in one day when i was sick and i had to stay home from schoo about 2 or 3 years ago. I have only watched it all the way though once. Such a good story this will be a part of my collection agian one day i just have to wait. I need the JTV episodes agian. Takuya and Takako did a wonderfull performance one of the best performances I have ever seen in my life. I love beautiful life and you guys should watch it.

I have it now!!!!!
97. koolaid
Tokiwa Takako was extremely cute and lovable. The story was moving. This is my first japanese dorama and it still remains as my favorite.
98. Martini
Best Drama I ever saw, I think I will never forget this story.
99. xjapan
100. Precious Bamboo
101. rina_rina
Takuya plays a gentleman to a girl, hmmm.. who doesn't wanna be that girl..
102. Surpur
This was my first Dorama and will always remain special to me. I just enjoyed it and will be watching it again. The interaction between the characters was very emotional...
103. freak_of_psycho
Overall, it was enjoyable because the romance is not mushy and the story is told from the perspective of people with disabilities and/or illness... sad stories usu grab the audience's heart easily but this one deserves it...
104. aznkoodies
You, too, will be touched.
105. addlynna
the best drama
106. boro240
107. WD
Sad but beautiful love story with an underlying message...The chemistry between Takuya & Takako Tokiwa is good...One of KimuTaku's best performances...
108. QooKiGurL
109. sychen56
110. chyra
beautiful script with japan's very own drama king and queen adding their magical touch to it. kimura and tokiwa a wonderful and beautiful pair. their fantastic depiction of shuji and kyoko brought itz viewers right into the sotry and the characters. kyoko's inferiority complex and shuji arrogance, brought the 2 of them together, to change themselves to bcum more optimistic and to b less arrogant, to elarn to understand and to love. i would say this is one the the most beautiful love story in a j-dorama.this is a MUZ C
111. bestfriend
the best story line........
the best actor..............
the best actress...........
the best song...............
112. Hirari Chan
This was such a sad story...but it was also very heartwarming.
113. syahirah
this is the most touching drama...beside,this drama have a good plot too...
114. jfallonismine
115. rooter
amazing and heart wrenching drama about love.
116. Takagi
117. mista_t
Original drama, great performance by Kimura Takuya, really portrays an accurate hit and miss of modern relationships with the added trial of a handicap, couldn't watch it fast enough, so sad.
118. dira
sad..emo drama!!
119. positive
120. kumukurukuk
love this drama, I love kimutaku...very heartwarming,
121. kimurababe
what makes this dorama really good is that it avoids the mush trail that many tragic love stories take (although you need to have a hanky on hand in some episodes). i swear, you will never forget shuji and kyoko after seeing this. they'll make you laugh, cry and all giddy inside!
122. yeong84
This was a heartwarming love story.
123. Maine
124. nad
luv it..very touching drama
125. swoc
126. smap
^_^P
127. gakuchi
Im sure its one of the top tens already, but voted anyway. It deserves the attention it has been given, mainly bcoz of the amazing storyline.
128. cler1c
THE best chemestry between both leading actors... Takuya's best role
129. akulaki
130. doramaddict
This is the best j-dorama i've seen besides Summer Snow. It's an incredibly beautiful relationship with a beautiful ending indeed.
131. nunu
Great! The best drama for me! It's very touching and meaningful. I can't forget this love story. Must watch it!!!
132. Mustiiien
Might this be the best dorama out there?
133. shikirocks
Probably one of the best jdorama's.
134. kaonashi
A Kimura Takuya drama is usually a great one. Beautiful life's certainly no exception. Great cast, great story. This drama has everything & is one of the absolute best.
135. andreu
136. son11goku
137. Nat
Criez... very beatiful, really great drama! Prepare yourself to cry too.
138. bearz
139. Littleangel91356
This is a classic that will make you cry. The actor that was in this Drama is Kimura Takuya from SMAP. This story is a love-sad drama that is really good to watch. I love this drama and it will make you cry.
140. fuji-senpai
This drama is one of the best i've ever seen, i cried so much but overall it was great
141. prettylady
Sad & touching, but definitely a beautiful life.
142. sanmao
when true love onli starts when death begins....
143. obmik
very sad dorama, bring tissues!
144. pedang_patah
it's boring.but,kimura takuya was in it.
145. kusaindakedo
No 6 best drama ever
146. pandora
You will cry, but its not a dorma made to just solicit tears, it has an excellent story line and a realistic theme, acted to perfection by Kimutaku and Takako, a true japanese classic.
147. pcmodem
Best dorama ever. Mad, bad, sad, passionate, romantic, tragic.
148. RubenV
Superb
149. chicken boo
Kimura Takuya and Tokiwa Takako together make a great team.
150. manticoreusagi
Everytime I watch this I cry buckets. ;_;
151. doramaqueen2004
"beautiful life"...hmmm....what can I say?!? It's a beautifully touching story!
152. farahrasol
so sad..he'd actually cried in the end
153. hodgepodge307
Well, this drama is so dear to me, it is the reason why I'm so into jap dramas. I've never seen a drama so perfect....great acting, script, cinematography and of course, i cried from fisrt episode until the end.
154. Subarashii
155. siu dong
156. xnisula
157. Rinispark
This is the first drama I ever saw (for my Japanase lab hours). I cried in the computer lab, it was absolutely beautiful.
158. syakie
i vote this drama coz this is the best drama i ever watched. i like the romantic shujiand also kyoko.
159. lgp1520
160. winwin
Beautiful but sad story
161. Yashiro
Beautiful ...
162. jjpsychic2
163. Danji
A beautiful show. One very inspiring, and heart warming.
164. hiei1999
The story of this drama is soooo nice! It's sweet but sad. The characters work well together, i think
165. coffeechick
166. QQ
It's full of lesson about LOVE and LIFE! GREAT DORAMA I'VE EVER SEEN!!
167. Hide/Takky
even though im pretty sure this is again another of his hit dramas... i never really got hooked into this one. I dunnno why though...it could be becoz i know how the story unfolds coz i read ppl's reviews here b4 i got to watch the drama itself... but still im voting this one!
168. baen_86
takuya is there.....and this story is touching!heh
169. shiruchsn
Pretty good, funny yet romantic.
170. donna8157
A sweet love story about a handicapped woman and a young hairdresser who can look beyond the woman's physical limitations. A realistic portrayal of love between the two through trials and tribuations.
171. Tu_triky
Great pairing of actors to play the main characters...story and acting got me hooked immediately.
172. dmorgan
173. lynn
174. Ushiroyubi
The most touching and human dorama I've ever seen.
175. shiosai
176. Kainjouh
This dorama really touched me and
it's the best I've ever seen ! If you haven't watched it yet, WATCH it NOW !
177. Helcaraxy
BEST (SAD) DRAMA EVER!
178. nieda
heart-warming dorama.. takuya kimura & takako tokiwa has very strong chemistry.. it makes this dorama highly recomended!!
179. GIGI
my first kimura drama and i was stunned by the quality of acting.
180. belle83
181. Marcel
One of the best Dramas that i watched...
182. ilengxw
What can i say? Beautiful says it all.
183. jenny
184. Sumire
I love this series. it has a special place in my heart as one of the first jdoramas i've ever seen. Takuya is the best^^
185. Chrisse
it's the best, the only show that made me feel so sad. I love it.
186. Pochi
Beautiful Life was a really touching drama.. Tokiwa Takako was beautiful, cute and really nice as Machida Ryoko. Another story that you can't forget! ^-^,
187. tk_iva
everything about this show is so beautiful...
188. ila
fab rom/com evn tho still teary, they mke sweet coupl. takako like sunshine in this, takuya heartbroken n cool as usu.
189. poch05
190. Yokatta
Takako Tokiwa... kawai...
191. cookielmy
Takuya Kimura acted fantasticly in this show!
192. kljs
It shows us that if we have the will, there is a way! Touching and sad.
193. lovejdorama
194. yingying
what can i say... i cried everytime i watched it.. so touching..
195. selphie086
One of the most beautiful love story ever potrayed.
196. c.wei
197. Gui
Very good drama
198. c1relc
199. koiichef
200. avalon_4ever
201. aiyachan16
a very unique screenplay.. not-so everyday lovestory. great chemistry between kimutaku and takako~~
202. takezo
this may be the finest dorama i've seen so far in terms of production as well as acting and directing. everything from the soundtrack to the cinematography and dialogue is solid and seamless. you won't find overbearing moral lectures nor camp comedy, all you'll find is splendid storytelling.
203. arumndalu
Full of sad and tears, but love is above the ego
204. psyche_dayzee
the most beautiful drama ever.....
205. krim
206. moonchyld
because you'll like it no matter what~ it's timeless and it just leaves an impression.
207. AiBaka
my first collection of jdorama dvd .. and it's worth it !!
208. thomas.k
A story of two different worlds, two different limitations, two different points of view.
Love begins when this two words unite and start to understand each other.
209. Seghal
one of my favourite dramas
210. aznvietguy
inspiring
211. bakayaro
212. hikarisennin
213. rkimura
214. requiem
You just gotta love it! Consuming, cute, and filled with popular actors! A must see!
215. ryoko293
Kimukun is just sooooo sensible in this dorama @ least in the end *g*)
216. Sugarplumie
it made me cry even though sometimes the drama was a little slow paced, but takuya's performance was amazing
217. jellyana
9/10....amazing..both the main character act with attitude..a really good storyline..
218. saikokru
A sad, wonderful, bittersweet romance.
219. thedark123
what else to say :)
220. __embryoBxTCH
Really moving and beautiful storyline. I loved the chemistry between Takuya & Takako! They kept the J-Dorama really alive and fresh. Even though it was very sad at some parts... celebrating life at hand is its key focus. I was pretty much moved to tears so GOOD JOB CAST! <3 <3 <3
221. justine3639
good story
222. nyaoren
The first dorama I ever saw, and still my favorite... wonderful story, and Takuya Kimura is fantastic.
223. Ohsu
This drama is probably another top 3 I've seen...music is good, story may be sappy (like most dramas), but gives an aspect from both views of the main chars...
224. John Cena
225. Angel2001
A most touching and moving drama! Audience may find the early episodes stale; the depiction of the love between Kyoko and Shuji too ordinary. But the natural, almost life-like depiction only serves to provide a convincing touch to a very moving final ending. The final scene is exceptionally powerful-----to find Kyoko "alive" in Shuji's heart is very reassuring and heart-warming! The drama shows the superb acting skill of Takuya-----how he held back his sorrow and his tears flowing down his face only when he has almost finished the make-up for Kyoko is heart-wrenching. All in all, a very subtle yet powerful handling of a theme commonly found in love dramas. Distinctly different from the melodramatic Korean dramas with similiar themes which invariably bore the audience to death with the characters crying almost non-stop throughout the drama. Highly recommended for audience looking for subtlety.
226. irul
this dorama was perfect.. so determined and so touchy..
227. chu-girl
228. laudakwah
229. jianne
230. shanghai_honey
Beautiful drama, beautiful acting, beautiful message. This dorama is unforgettable to me because of the subtle but poignat acting of Takako Tokiwa and Takuya Kimura. I have never been so touched watching a jdorama before. The powerful acting of the two leads makes this one an A++++.
231. yan_ange
232. milly
very touching drama...n one of my favorite drama...so sad but so romantic..
233. Xntrggr
234. nickpoliseno
235. Dega Kima
236. a-nesuto
237. Hitnrun
238. kyuuketsuki
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239. pandaguitarist
amazingly beautiful.
240. raei
Great drama! You get attached to the characters and it's just marvelous. Makes me cry everytime.
241. chckboy5
242. hide_hikaru_minako
Great story plot!!! kimura takuya portray fantastic acting skills.. =) its one of my favourite kimura takuya drama!!!!! heart-aching love story between Shuji and Kyoko.. its one the MUST watch!!!! (:
243. dirtysweet
244. Nezumi-chan
So sad.......and happy.......and emotional...... Yeah, I probably sound inane here, but looking back I wish I had a tissue box beside me... (;_;) Very beautiful indeed........
245. carla-chan
246. Karupin
Amazing drama and the cast is perfect!
247. sho_sakurai
sugoi!!!!!!!! my first dorama
248. gorgeous_in_tears
absolutely loved it. it somehow relates to my own life story. so i just instantly felt what actors were trying to convey to audince even without words. explosion of feelings! kyoko's pain was my pain. shuji's pain was also my pain. BL got so deep into my heart and into my soul, i was overwhelmed with emotions!
249. erick_himura
Do you know when we meet someone.. it's the greatest moment we have..... no matter how they look we still in love with them.. hoh very touching film
250. estranged
251. ilovedrama
252. koridesu
253. +TREZ+
Sugoiiiiiiiii..............

Specially Kawamura Satoru hehehehe
254. seneschal
255. itsuki
256. -=momohachi=-
huhuhu...bring on the tissues everyone..a very touching one.
257. Bruno
My fisrt dorama with Takuya. He is amzing...
History is pretty, and have a good ritm. It is one of my precious in my top 10. o/
258. UtadaFan
very sad, before 1 Litre came out, this was THE best series ever....
259. carrot_glazed
i love the story.
260. Shachus
261. Midori-Yagami
so sad ;__; Kimutaku was very good in this one, so kakkoi like always as Shuji *_* It was really weird cause usually I don't like the female protagonist of the drama, I hate them XD 'cause they are so lucky to work with my favorite actors!! But Takako Tokiwa was more than ok for me in this drama, she and Takuya make a wonderful couple!!
262. july875
I really felt a connection to the lead characters. All around great acting by all of the cast. I'm glad I watched it and thought about it for days after.
263. ctso
You know when a movie/show is good when you're still thinking about it days after watching it.
264. nagashi
A fantastic performance from everyone in it!
265. modesty81
A really touching drama how fagile life can be and how much loveing someone can change the way u look at your life.
266. shirey
nice plot and script..sad2 ending
267. susantotony
268. horse35
><><.,.,,,,,,,,
269. Jackykero
Touching and well-played
270. Koven
Again a beautiful love story with two excellent actors. Maybe this drama is a little slow by moments but I liked it a lot. The Beautiful Life OST is quite disappointing but there is the superb song of the ending.
271. k4g0me
I cried a River...like no other drama could.
272. IntRoVertIsh
273. Kaghome
So beautiful and dramatic... it makes you really believe that there's someone outhere for you...
274. Urameshy
Uau, that drama... Everything was beautiful.
275. vinsanity
276. Dina-chan
because kimutaku play in this drama
277. orange_k4zu
The most really i like. hontoni daisuki.... \(-_^;)v
278. Sesari
Woaaaa....

So romantic... I love this film...

you can feel happy, sad and TRUE LOVE if you watch this dorama...

I can't describe this dorama with any words again..

just watch and you will understand..
279. Shindou
Takako and Takuya worked very well together. the portrayal of their characters was beautifully done and the supporting cast does a great job as well. A wonderfully touching story worthy of comparison to LG and LV!
280. CdMe
An amazing romance. So far Takuya's best performance (don't sing, stick with the acting, PLZ) in my opinion!
281. biteme_lestat
Beautiful indeed...though I got scared at the part where Takuya puts make up on the corpse of his dead lover...*creepy* I love how they explored the theme of a barrier free love. I loved the part where the girl was breaking up with him becus she feels that she's just being a baggae for him becus of her disease, to which Takuya nswers: "I am not a Xmas decor that you can just put in your life when you feel like it." It's a very clear but unsappy way of telling someone that you'll be with them no matter what. A truly inspiring story, an effective portrayal from Takuya Kimura once again ^_^
282. panterna
Superb!
283. oToyz
Very good dorama, Tokika played well here.
284. geoffropuff
285. mok
A really lovely jdrama. Perfect combination of love and sad drama
286. srm9240
287. babelbox
Truly one of the best dramas I've seen. Good story. Excellent acting. Highly recommended.
288. kanon
289. Takashi
290. shitomaru
very human, i like it. made me cry....Hix..hix..
291. 187sakurai
Better and more touching than summer snow. This is the best drama i have seen by far. Most Japanese dramas can seem cheesy and repetitive but not this one. This drama is truly a work of art and i would recommend it to anyone.
292. shizune
very tragic and sad story..love takuya too~
293. pollen
294. Kira-chan
I really liked this drama. It had a different feel from the others.
295. crystal41101
296. rexyloveshun
great... you just cant let go from the start to the end.... one of the best doramas ive watched...
297. Quicksilver
I didn't expect myself to be falling in love with this jdorama. The plot is good, and I can even relate to it. It's simple and very REAL. The narration helped a lot to give it more "drama". The actors portrayed the characters really well, especially the two main actors. Tear-worthy. :D
298. kirei_lanford
undeniably one of the most beautiful dorama ever!!
299. oldasianguy
One of the 1st jdrama that I got a chance to see..and has remained with me as a fond bitter-sweet memory...Tokiwa Takako has proved to me that she's one of Japan's most capable actress....Unforgettable and
Great!!!!!!!!!
300. cheesey
301. redknox
302. ongrina82
What a touching love story!! MUST watch, people who watch it know it's a MUST watch!!
303. sucigam
Right behind Sekai no Chuushin de for tear jerking fun. Kitagawa!
304. loly
this drama will make u cry..huhuuu..~^_^~ so so so sad..
305. jpopfanatic
Loved this series, I cant believe, I teared up every time I watch this series.
306. 8thSin
The best!
307. bamboo
308. hikkie
309. SaPpHire_
Pure love story...1st jdorama that i've watched
310. altec
AMAZING! So sweet and all. When Koyuki came I was like- AH! (so happy) Anyways, it was a brilliant script and the acting was amazing on both sides. A keeper.
311. .k3NiCHi
Great love story. So sad. And great performances from Tokiwa Takako and Kimutaku.
312. ying1128
A very beautiful story! It made me laugh and cry. Love Kimura!!!
313. oluap
A very touching story and a wonderful cast, Tokiwa Takako and Kimura Takuya are great, this is a truly wonderful drama not to be missed.
314. Steve
absolutely the best
315. eml132
Powerful performances from Tokiwa Takako and Kimura Takuya, touching storyline, one of the best romantic/tragic dramas ever.
316. kawaii_blue
317. gaban
great ! contain of great love story, i like it
318. otko
it's like the title Beautiful
319. ケヴィン
Very emotional story supported by a great cast. Wonderful drama.
320. Wayspooled
321. kuroi_rose
322. hebiko
~ no comment ~
323. mrose
My favorite drama of all time.
324. alesan
just lovely
325. yourasthma
miki mizuno and watabe atsuro were so cute and sometimes stole the show. i am not a kimutaku fan but tokiwa made up for it.
326. lelokong
327. buraian_
328. tiktok
beautiful drama. beautiful story. great cast. must-see
329. eiman
330. ~HANABI~
331. yana_preciousone
everyone deserve to be loved by other people.. our life is beautiful if someone really love us even though we r not as perfect as other people...but in dis world, no one is perfect... takuya kimura really is a good actor... love his attitude...
332. kaitosan20
such a sad drama but the ending was really nice
333. phlargo
Even though I think the official description captures this drama all wrong, I think it was a great experience and I'm really glad I watched it. Don't miss it!
334. nomuramai
335. popdod
Another sad ending romance story. One of the fantasy story telling which will NOT happen to real life. Great casts and theme songs. Urge everyone to watch it......just for the fantasy sake. :)
336. fre3domlin
another nice drama by kimura takuya..this drama is really nice n sweet n everything..but the ending is so sad..i juz cried n cried!!overall its really worth watching AGAIN N AGAIN!!
337. halu_jiro
a great drama by kimura takuya. thought he portrayed his role really well
338. Almir Borges
The Best Dorama and actor.
339. Bauer
340. oonqy
is one of the classic ~
cannot miss this drama , gd story w nice ost
341. ai..
sweet >.<
342. hitomi #1
343. Jama
344. fre3domli
a very sad but superb story with great actors =] & story line..
345. bto_1999
346. anasstassia
IT simply moving. An excellent drama.