 Ai No Uta [あいのうた]
Ai no uta worth watching [Rating: 9/10]
I really liked this drama. I do not agree with the other criticisms that I have read about it. Tamaki Koji, was far from 1 dimensional. Kanno Miho was brilliant in this. The awkwardness that she displayed especially early on trying to relate to the family who took her in was marvelous. Could not have been funnier. I also enjoyed the sometimes annoying but very cute character played by Wakui Emi. I enjoyed the whole series. It was not terribly original but was richly acted and had a lot of heart. | Atarashii Kaze [新しい風]
Mildly good [Rating: 6/10]
This was a good drama. A little different story than what you usually see. The acting was strong and it was interesting but nothing spectacular. Worth watching if it replays again. |
 Batsu Kare [バツ彼]
Not bad [Rating: 7/10]
Batsu means no way in Japan. A Divorced man and a single women past her late 20's are considered almost hopeless by many. The story moved along kind of slowly and was not super romantic in my opinion. I think it is a stronger story of friendship than it is of romance. Pretty enjoyable though. | Fuurin Kazan [風林火山]
Very enjoyable [Rating: 8/10]
Uchino Masaaki was perfect for the role. A well acted and interesting story. Although it is not clear how accurate any of the story was because so little is known about Yamamoto Kansuke in real life the story is still very enjoyable. I can't put my finger on exactly what it was but something was missing so I can't rank it as high as some of my other favorite Taiga's (Mushashi, Komyo Ga Tsuji, and Toshii to Matsu). |
 GTO [麻辣教師]
Just plain cool [Rating: 10/10]
If you want to see a drama that is just plain cool then this is the drama to watch. Not a real complex story, not a real tear jerker just a basic good story, with great actors having fun. | Haru to Natsu/Haru e Natsu [ハルとナツ]
Great cast and story [Rating: 7/10]
I loved the cast and the story was interesting. This drama takes place before, during, and after WWII in both Japan and Brazil. The story of a poor family split apart and their struggles and triumphs. (Mostly struggles). I think everyone did a great job on this drama. I watched the whole drama but I just could not get really thrilled about it. Can't find any fault with it just did not do it for me 100% for what ever reason. It probable deserves a little higher than a 7 but when I compare it vs. other drama's that I gave a higher rating then... |
 Hitonatsu no Papa e [ひと夏のパパへ]
Not bad... but [Rating: 7/10]
This drama was not bad but it was not great either. The script was too loose. Some very talented people in the drama just not a very developed plot line. The show also suffered from poor charachter developement. You really wanted to see people bond and relationships become better defined but it just did not happen in my opinion. Still it had it's moments... |  Iguana no musume [イグアナの娘]
Great! [Rating: 10/10]
Kanno Miho and Kawashima Naomi were both excellent in this drama. I can't imagine anyone turning in a better performance. The bizarre and haunting relationship they had was very dark and twisted but you do not walk away from the drama feeling depressed. I was completely entertained the whole time and could not wait to see the next episode. |
Keiji Ichiro [刑事★イチロー]
Had potential... [Rating: 6/10]
This drama had potential to be good but pretty much failed. It was not bad just not very exciting. The story was kind of loose and the charachters did not develope. There were a few parts that are funny and a few parts you want to root for people but that's about it. | Keitai Sosakan 7 [ケータイ捜査官７]
Cheesy Fun [Rating: 8/10]
This is not really what you would call a good or serious drama. It is a funny goofy and enjoyable show. It is super fake and the acting is terrible but it's supposed to be. This is the kind of show you just turn off your brain and enjoy for what it is. Still watching and enjoying. |
Kekkon Dekinai Otoko [結婚できない男]
Great Entertainment [Rating: 9/10]
You could not ask for better casting than this drama offered. Everyone played their part to perfection. Abe especially is so convincing in this drama as a very quirky architect who is reluctantly drawn into in the lives of those around him. Each episode I was further drawn into this drama and was not disappointed at any point along the way. I highly recommend this drama. |  Kimi wa Petto [きみはペット]
Disappointing [Rating: 4/10]
I really enjoy Koyuki, but she could not save this drama. I did not enjoy this drama at all. I felt the chemistry was not believable and everything was forced. The lone bright spots was a few humerous moments with some of the supporting roles. This is my least favorite of any drama that I have seen to date. |
Kirakira Kenshui [きらきら研修医]
Cute drama [Rating: 8/10]
This is just a fun cute kind of drama. Nothing too serious but really light enjoyable fun. A good cast and an okay story make this worth watching. | Kochira hon - ikegami - sho 2003 [こちら本池上署]
This is Ikegami Police Station 2 [Rating: 8/10]
More goofy fun from the cast and crew of the Kochira Hon Ikegami sho. I really enjoy this series. |
 Kochira Hon Ikegami Sho [こちら本池上署]
This is Ikegami Police Station [Rating: 9/10]
Fun show great cast. This is a very simple police dramedy (Part drama part comedy but all enetertaining). If you atre looking for serious police work and murder this is not the show for you but if you want to see fun interaction with police working in a small town to make it a better place with the community while having fun then you have found a gem. | Kochira Hon Ikegami Sho 3 [こちら本池上署 3]
This is Ikegami Police Station 3 [Rating: 8/10]
Glad to see the show continued to remain funny and enjoyable to watch in it's 3rd season. The show did have some significant changes in cast members but does not suffer too much as a result of that. |
 Kochira Hon Ikegami Sho 4 [こちら本池上署 4]
Enjoyable [Rating: 8/10]
If you like a nice cheesy drama with a fun cast like I do then you will enjoy Kochira Hon Ikegame Sho series. This drama was taken from a popular manga. The cast has changed slightly over the years some of the older cast make guest returns and some new cast members are added the show still keeps it moral message and light hearted humor. | Kochira Hon Ikegami Sho-5 [こちら本池上署 5]
More Hon Ikegami sho fun [Rating: 8/10]
I just really enjoy this show. It is a fun police show with a lot of heart. Season 5 maintains the shows best qualities and although some of the cast have left the show their replacements are enjoyable enough to watch. I would not expect the show to win a lot of awards but I think most people can watch and get a couple of laughs. |
Koumei Ga Tsuji
Taiga drama [Rating: 10/10]
This was my favorite taiga drama since Musashi. I could not imagine anyone playing the part of Chiyo better than Yukie Nakama. When I heard the story was not going to center around a super famous character I was concerned but I have been surprised by a great story with tons of interesting characters living in extraordinarily turbulent times. I have also seen the title translated as Komyo Ga Tsuji which means distinguished. | Musashi [武蔵]
Best Taiga ever! [Rating: 10/10]
I could not have liked it more. My all time favorite Taiga drama. Everything worked acting, directing, story line, cinematography, sound... I can't imagine anything that they could do to improve it other than extending it out longer. The end comes quickly and leaves you wanting to see the later part of the life of Musashi which is not a bad thing. As they say always leave them asking for more. I highly suggest this Taiga drama to anyone that has a chance to see it. |
 My Little Chef
Nice drama [Rating: 8/10]
Aya Ueto, Akiko Yada, and Hiroshi Abe all in one drama. Three of my favorites. I don't think I would have enjoyed this drama without the strong cast that it had. The story is very innocent and light hearted. Nothing very dramatic or very funny just pleasent to watch with lots of images of good food and a ton of guest appearences. | Ooku~Hana no Ran~ [大奥〜華の乱〜]
Great! [Rating: 9/10]
Started watching for Rina Uchiyama but was delighted with Eiko Koike and really all of the cast. Wish English subs were available so I could understand more of the storey but really even if you don't speak any Japanese I think you could figure things out pretty well. |
Sakura [さくら]
Not bad [Rating: 6/10]
I enjoyed watching the drama for the most part. It was nothing very exciting but featured a nice little town with a diverse group of people. The focus was on a Japanese American woman who went to Japan to teach and make a cultural bridge. The acting was cheesy the side stories were strange but the show had a good heart. I would recomend it if you have spare time and can still find it playing. |  Sekai no chuushin de, ai wo sakebu [世界の中心で、愛をさけぶ]
Outstanding [Rating: 10/10]
This is really an amazing drama. Anyone who can watch a single episode without being touched has no sole. It is one of the best drama's that I have ever seen. Music, Acting, Plot everything came together to make this one of my favorites. This is an emotional roller coaster of a drama. |
 Shinsengumi [新撰組]
Shinsengumi [Rating: 8/10]
I am a big fan of Taiga drama's. NHK always assembles a great cast and Shinsengumi was no exception. I had high expectations for the drama because it is one of the more famous stories in Japanese history. The acting was great as always but I found the pace of the show very unbalanced. They glossed over some of the most important moments and spent too much time on minor incidents. I still enjoyed the show a lot but I did not enjoy it as much as other Taiga dramas I have seen. Good but not great. |  Tentai Kanzoku [天体観測]
Great cast [Rating: 9/10]
Fantastic cast in this drama! I was very impressed with this show. I was not all that excited about it reading the description but I enjoyed every episode. The story was well written, and the characters developed nicely. The soundtrack was good too. I really recommend this drama. |
Teppan Shoujo Akane [鉄板少女アカネ]
Teppan Shoujo Akane [Rating: 8/10]
The story revolves around Akane. A young girl who runs a family restaurant after her mother dies her father left her alone and has been missing for 1 year. Akane has amazing ability at teppan style cooking and is constantly challenged by a strange rival while looking for her father she travels Japan facing lots of cooking battles along the way.
It's fun. I would not call it great but I enjoyed it and that is the most important thing right? I hope you watch it and give it a chance too. | Wakaba [わかば]
Wakaba [Rating: 6/10]
Harada Natsuki has a bright future I think but this was not the most interesting morning drama. I enjoyed elements of it including the location of Kobe which was nice. The basic story of a girl trying to follow in her departed fathers footsteps and fulfill his dream and her own was a nice concept and the cast was good for the most part but they really loose their focus in spots and abruptly make massive changes in the story with no rhyme or reason. (Well that's not true it was a ratings bomb and they tried to do things to boost ratings and that failed and messed up the story for those watching). Still it was worth watching if you have the time. |
 Yoshitsune [義経]
Yoshitsune [Rating: 8/10]
Very enjoyable cast especially the supporting cast I felt Tetsuya Watari really brought to life Tairano Kiyomori for example. (I took a trip over to Miyajima just to see the Kiyomori shine.) Yoshitsune is a very famous person and this was an interesting different perspective on his life and death. Elements of the later really contradict a lot of what I have read in history books but it was interesting. With that said I felt a little let down with the overall pace of the show. It felt like it dragged in parts and introduced a lot of people that added nothing to the story line and then it abandoned them without follow-up they just sort of go away. If I had not seen other Taiga drama's that are better I would have given this a higher rating but I know NHK can do better. | |
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