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Friends [フレンズ]

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Title:Friends
フレンズ
Telecast:2002-02-04 to 2002-02-16

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TV Station:TBS
Duration:4 Episodes



Synopsis
Left alone on a trip to Hong Kong, Tomoko finds herself the victim of a purse-snatching. The police arrest the man she points out, but it turns out to be the wrong person: a young Korean man named Ji Hoon. Despite his anger and humiliation, he takes her out to dinner since she has lost all her money, and in return she agrees to model for his amateur film. What follows is a magical and romantic two days. Upon returning to their respective countries, Tomoko must return to her nine to five job and Ji Hoon must resume studying to join the family business rather than pursuing his dream of becoming a film director. But soon the two begin to email each other and rekindle their relationship despite the distance and obstacles between them. Marking the very first time in television history that a drama has been co-produced between Japan and South Korea, the story shows us that love has no borders.
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1. ONE [Lee So Jung イ ソジョン]LYRICS ]

Actor/Actress Cast (10)
Fukada Kyoko 深田恭子Fukada Kyoko
深田恭子

Asai Tomoko
浅井 智子
Won Bin ウォンビンWon Bin
ウォンビン

Kim Ji Hoon
キム ジフン
Yada Akiko 矢田亜希子Yada Akiko
矢田亜希子

Yamagishi Yuko
山岸 裕子
Toda Naho 戸田菜穂Toda Naho
戸田菜穂

Kaneda Midori
金田 美土里
Takeshita Keiko 竹下景子Takeshita Keiko
竹下景子

浅井 聡子
Ozawa Yukiyoshi 小澤 征悦Ozawa Yukiyoshi
小澤 征悦

Sakamaki Shouta
坂巻 祥太
Lee Dong Gun イ ドンゴンLee Dong Gun
イ ドンゴン

Park Kyung Joo
パク キョンジュ
Han Hye Jin ハン ヘジンHan Hye Jin
ハン ヘジン

Park Hye Jin
パク ヘジン
Doko Young Jae イ ホジェDoko Young Jae
イ ホジェ

父・キュハン
Sunwoo Eun Sook ソンウ ウンスクSunwoo Eun Sook
ソンウ ウンスク

母・スキョン
  

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Drama Reviews (25)
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1. Only 4 episodes but GREAT!! [Rating: 9/10]
This is a short drama series with Japanese and Korean Stars involved. I like the 4 episodes story line and the fast pace of the story. Therefore, there were no unecessary scenes! The direction was great, very close to Japanese dorama. Without surprise, Kyoko is in her typical sweet girl role. I like how they showed the differences between the two cultures, especially in kid's marriage and career. Note: I like the sound track too.
Reviewed by jdfan on 27 April 2003
2. touching..really good.. [Rating: 10/10]
another great drama!
though it might looks a little crappy..korean n jpnese...but hey...
i'm pretty sure there r couples like them in this world!
Reviewed by juliana_phang on 21 June 2003
3. One of a kind, yet mushy love story [Rating: 5/10]
The bi-racial love story is a pretty new thing for doramas and I enjoy the integration of the two cultures in the story. But main plot is too cliche and wishy washy. Fukada is too kawaii to be true. The story is too idealistic and not very realistic.
Reviewed by adhi-kun on 17 July 2003
4. i love it! [Rating: 9/10]
this drama is soooo good! it's addicting too. wonbin and kyoko make such a cute couple. it's cool how two countries planned out this movie together. i gave it a 9 instead of a ten because the storyline was quite dull. still good but...predictable. i love this series though!
Reviewed by FaNtaSYDrEaMeRZ on 8 August 2003
5. touched my heart [Rating: 10/10]
it really makes you feel good. great music too. brought tears to my eyes
Reviewed by emotional_monkey on 30 December 2003
6. Watch this with your gf! [Rating: 6/10]
while most dramas are fueled by my passion to finish them, i feel as though I've already ran out of gas and phoned AAA. I was bored so bored from the mushiness. This drama actually scored a 3 from me, but was +3 from my gf consistently saying how hot that guy was.
Reviewed by gizm092 on 21 February 2004
7. Great!~ [Rating: 10/10]
Although tis drama is short.. but is damn nice.. Worth watching.. And the story line is great, the scene is beautiful~~
Like the main theme too~
Reviewed by hmm on 1 March 2004
8. Well...kinda cute. [Rating: 6/10]
A love story between a korean guy and a japanese girl. Anyone who's familiar with the relations between the two countries over the years knows that love isn't easy. That makes this story a bit exiting and interesting to watch. But it's really not that good. Too many silly scenes and I really don't think Fukada Kyoko is a good actress. But she's still the perfect choice for the role as Tomoko.
Friends is a cute story and just 4 episodes so it doesn't get boring. Worth watching.
Reviewed by kaonashi on 10 June 2004
9. Kyoko needs to learn to act than speak Korean! [Rating: 5/10]
Fukada Kyoko can't act! There is not much happening in this drama. No wonder there are only 4 episodes. I'm sure some girly girls may think it is a sweet and cute drama but it REALLY is cheesy. It's like a half an hour TV show where the problem is solved right away. It would be better if they both at least knew how to speak English! I think that's how it should be if it's going to be a Korean/Japanese relationship drama; that'd be more believable and viewable. In reality, those two would not work out, especially if it were to be a long term relationship. They were just attracted to each other's looks! There's no way it has to be personality, they can't even understand each other and were apart many times. And please, don't give me this love-at-first-sight-fate-destiny crap. Okay, I'll be nice and say it's not terrible (as I did watch it until the end, I only comment on dramas until I watch the whole series.) but it's DEFINITELY not great either. I think people that gave high ratings are biased, and are just rating on the cast itself, because it has this Won Bin or whatever, they give it a high rating. But I on the other hand, rate it as it is. If you haven't seen it then you're really not missing out much.
Reviewed by Larc on 6 July 2004
10. Really sweet! [Rating: 8/10]
This is a really sweet drama ... i wasnt expecting much since i was only watching it for Won Bin but it was really good!!! i would recommend it since it isnt just a simple love story, it deals with achieving your dream and racisim ... it sounds lame and cheessy but the way it deals with these issues isnt ... and Won bin is cute in it!!!! lol!
Reviewed by Jaded butterfly on 10 July 2004
11. Won Bin and Kyoko as a couple, why not? [Rating: 9/10]
Wow this is one of the best drama that south Korea and Japan made. Just look at the main cast (Kyoko and Won Bin), they are really perfect to played their characters. Too bad the ending is too short.
Reviewed by rinarina on 8 August 2004
12. First two Episodes are really great [Rating: 9/10]
Hoi, the material from which they started from is awesome stuff. Episodes one and two are outstanding and if they would have held up the standard so far this (second time I think) short cooperation between Korea and Japan would have gotten a rating of 10 from me.
Especially the actrice Fukada, Kyoko is very convincing (and I am not saying that because I am a male) in her blushing and slowly closing her eyes at the right moments to catch her "prey" (actor Won Bin).

Fazit:
I must say this is the right Series to start your "J-Drama-Career" because it totals only four but very good episodes and not like all the others with 10- 11. Furthermore I support the drawing closer of those two countries which had their share of conflicts prior the World Championship in Soccer.
"Frieden" and One World !
Reviewed by Lancome on 10 August 2004
13. Story line weak [Rating: 6/10]
Chemistry between Fukada and Won Bin not suitable and both of them act emotionless.
Reviewed by Zie75 on 24 August 2004
14. i love won bin! [Rating: 9/10]
i just finished this drama.

it's very interesting, just seeing the differences beetwin the two countries, and how they carried their love.

justo termine de ver esta serie, me resulto genial.
4 episodios muy intensos, muy romanticos y muy educativos.
no sabia que podia haber tantas diferencias entre ambos paises, el esfuerzo de tomoko por aprender koreano me parecio increible!
muy recomendable!
Reviewed by ameba on 28 September 2004
15. OK drama pretty good story [Rating: 8/10]
This drama is pretty good its just realy short and I do like that it shows conflect between these two cultures. But it was Fukada Kyoko was in her common type role but it is a very good series. I Won Bin is also a good actor he did realy good with this role. Watch and make your own ideas about this korean-Japanese drama
Reviewed by johuth on 17 November 2004
16. Cute, but not too good [Rating: 8/10]
I actually watched this series because of Fukada Kyoko. I think she did a good acting at Kamisama, mou sukoshi dake and I was curious about her new work. I found out she's not so good at all, she's cute, she's sweet and can act sometimes, but she's too cheesy.
The story is too predictable, there's nothing original in this show, which makes it boring sometimes.
But... it's a good show. Watchable.
Reviewed by sachi on 7 December 2004
17. friends - lynn9 [Rating: 8/10]
seen this one. a good chemistry between the actor n the actress. love both of 'em.
Reviewed by Lynn9 on 18 July 2005
18. Great drama [Rating: 10/10]
i love this drama since i watch it on tv. now i have brought the vcd and i like to watch it when i have nothing to do..its a love story between a japanese girl and a korean guy. i love won bin here and i recently a fan of kyoko fukada when i watch this drama. anyway hope to see more collaboration between japanese and korean drama.
Reviewed by Marika-Chan on 28 August 2005
19. friends [Rating: 8/10]
really sweet nice story..both person kyoko n won bin are sooo cute...
Reviewed by hawkz714 on 13 December 2005
20. Fairly interesting Japanese-Korean collaboration [Rating: 8/10]
Aside from a bumpy start with rather weak acting by Kyoko, the main idea of this short series was definitely unique. Won Bin was well cast and the supporting cast did an OK job though there were definitely places for improvement. Kyoko redeemed herself somewhat towards the second half and should be commended for her effort in speaking Korean. Overall, it might have been better to extend the dorama and build more tension with the father instead of ending with a typically fairy-tale and probably unrealistic ending.
Reviewed by Shindou on 15 April 2006
21. EXELENT drama ! [Rating: 8/10]
EXELENT drama; Iy's sshort be give us hope back. If you watch in one day you will make this day one of the bests in you life. The plot is sometime a bit predictable, BUT sometimes we forecast something that would have been predictable/that could very likely have hapened and it's finally different and surprising. Very touching a beautifull long distance and foreign relationship. simply marvelous !!
Reviewed by Battle48 on 29 October 2006
22. good enough [Rating: ?/10]
a good drama which is performing 2 great actor and actreess
Reviewed by rendy_pranadithya on 25 November 2006
23. Good attempt, but not a complete success... [Rating: 7/10]
I liked the premise of this drama, but I really think they should have made it longer. Parts of it were too chopped up and there were parts that definitely needed fleshing out. For example, the two leads learned Korean/Japanese way too quickly. This needed to be fleshed out a bit more. Chi Ten spent two years in the army, but it only felt like a few months. When Chi Ten learned that Tomoko was working in Seoul, his feelings needed to be explored… instead of him running off to see her once again. I mean, the two hadn’t seen each other in two years, but their reunion seemed so commonplace… as if it had only been a week since they had last walked/talked with each other. Their transition from lovers, to friends, to lovers again was too fast. It’s hard to tell just how long they’re actually apart before they meet again, and I think this distance is important to emphasize in order to make the constant departures work. They weren’t emphasized at all.

Although Fukada is a very pretty girl, I have never been a fan of her acting. My opinion didn’t change after watching this drama. She expressions for different emotions were all the same so it was hard to tell just what her character was feeling. It was really hard to watch her “pretend” she’s struggling with the Korean language. The male lead wasn’t any better. This was my first experience with Won Bin and I was immediately attracted to his good looks. However, the more I watched, the more I realized that he, too, isn’t a very good actor. Mind you, I haven’t seen any of his other works, but I was not at all impressed with his acting in this drama.

In all, this drama wasn’t completely terrible and I really did like the concept. I think making it a full 10-12 episode series really would have helped the development of the plot.
Reviewed by Wynter on 6 February 2007
24. Happy End Story!!! [Rating: 8/10]
It 4 episodes, but they tell so much love and passion,
A male Koreans and a female Japan who meet by chance! And even accidentally fall!

A crazy story but a wonderful story!
Reviewed by jed_ka on 11 May 2008
25. As Good As It Can Get... I Guess. [Rating: 7/10]
If you're wondering what Korean dramas are like, Friends is essentially a Korean drama condensed down into 4 episodes (on average they last for 16-24). This series followed the same back and forth and back and forth romance seen in just about every kdrama I have watched, which is not something I always enjoy. In this case, it was an alright love story which thankfully only last 4 episodes (I would have stopped if it had been longer), but I did not particularly enjoy either Fukada Kyoko or Won Bin. They competed on screen for the "most annoying cute and innocent" award and that got on my nerves. Props to Fukada for some passable Korean, but she needed to learn how to act first. I don't know if she's gotten any better since this (7 years is a long time)... One can only hope.
Reviewed by Susan on 2 April 2009

Comments From Users (248)
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1. Comments by marzyu [Rating: 9/10]
I don't think this is the "Friends" drama dat Fukada Kyoko and Won Bin is in . . . but I'll replace it! It'z short but it seemz like it'z been on for a long time! This is becuz it never lags and makez u feel realli warm when u watch Won Bin and Fukada Kyoko together! Realli special drama! It'll make u want to watch it over and over again! I've watched it 7 timez and still not bored of it! How amazing is dat!? I realli recommend this drama to ALL of u people out there! I bet u'll like it! Realli good theme songz too! And Fukada Kyoko and Won Bin skillz in acting is simply the best! It seemz like u're in da drama, seeing how they're love story survives! I think u should buy the 6 VCDs set becuz it has an interview and making of the film ^^ haha it wuz sooo cute when Fukada Kyoko wuz soooo convinced to learn korean to talk to Won Bin! To me, I think Fukada Kyoko did developed a lil bit of puppy crush on Won Bin . . . dun u think so?! TRUST ME, u're going to be realli addicted to this drama like me ^^ and then u would want anything that has to do with the drama like magazines, soundtrack, EVERYTHING!!!!! So u know how good is it haha . . . well anywayz, hope u watch it soon!
2. Comments by mldesu [Rating: 5/10]
history created as first drama collaboration between japan and korea.

short four-episode serial.
interesting for information on the differences between the two countries.

good acting from won bin and supporting cast.
fukada kyoko makes a giant effort to learn and speak korean in this one. she is to be praised for her efforts.

the koreans had a bigger part in this drama, probably because the reality is that koreans are not allowed travel to japan easily.

average storyline, love story. not much of a stretch for the cast. outstanding mainly for the collaborative effort.

won bin as ever a pleasure to watch.
3. Comments by ct_subang [Rating: 7/10]
storywise..so-sokinda complicated r/shipesp the language barrierpretty short doramawould luv 2 c more..
4. Comments by Halwafy [Rating: 7/10]
Although Kyoko Fukada tries really hard to speak Korean...I think her intonation didn't really hit the mark.But she's cute as usual (although a little plumper than normal)..nice watch anyway coz its short and sweet...
5. Comments by DragonSpirit164 [Rating: 9/10]
Very very touching story about the love between a Japanese girl and Korean guy. They faced a lot of difficulties because of the different culture and language problems but strived to keep their relationship going. I liked Fukakyon in this show, she did a great job IMO. Also, watching the "making of", you could see she is really a hard worker. Won Bin, good acting, looks like Kimura Takuya A LOT. Overall, highly enjoyable drama!!~~
6. Comments by zealous [Rating: 9/10]
I love Won Bin cuz' he so hensom and I love Kyoko cuz' she so cute. And I like the story it show us how important to achive something that we want and try it to the last. Don't stop in the midlle line.
7. Comments by DukeGonzalez [Rating: 7/10]
hmm biase
8. Comments by jdfan [Rating: 9/10]
This is a short drama series with Japanese and Korean Stars involved. I like the 4 episodes story line and the fast pace of the story. Therefore, there were no unecessary scenes! The direction was great, very close to Japanese dorama. Without surprise, Kyoko is in her typical sweet girl role. I like how they showed the differences between the two cultures, especially in kid's marriage and career. Note: I like the sound track too.
9. Comments by 4julls [Rating: 8/10]
nice!!!! kyoko cute as always .... running here and there ... anyway nice story .. :D
10. Comments by juliana_phang [Rating: 10/10]
though this drama is pretty short...but they took several years to get it done...
a joint production by the jpnese n koreans...
worth watching...
both of them from different type of world trying their very best just to be together
11. Comments by N|sz^^aYa [Rating: 10/10]
this is the BEST drama!i'm not lying..
12. Comments by manutunia [Rating: 10/10]
Mix korean and japanese style make this short drama sooooooo great!!!!
13. Comments by arashinokoto [Rating: 8/10]
wonbin.. i like him in the show.. his smile and everything.. kyoko was still as cute.. storyline was great.. applaud the actors for learning each others' language for this show..
14. Comments by Akakage [Rating: 9/10]
Kowtow for Won Bin and Kyoko..they look so cute and have delivered a good performance.
15. Comments by niko2x [Rating: 7/10]
A little better than OK. The best thing was seeing fukuda. No matter how annoying she may be, such a hottie!
16. Comments by keii-kun [Rating: 8/10]
fukakyo is too chubby in this one!
17. Comments by :::hALuCin8::: [Rating: 10/10]
A short Japanese-Korean drama...but a cute love story!! And the lead actor/actress, Kyoko Fukada & Won Bin are kawaii!
18. Comments by jaycee [Rating: 7/10]
not bad i guess..... well... just that it's kinda hard to see that a relationship that is soo from two different worlds can manage to come together in the end...
19. Comments by MixxDreamer [Rating: 10/10]
this is such a cute drama, i love the characters and how they carry themselves. very good acting btw. this story brings us hope that a love like theirs can exist. a love like that, is the hope for our future in this day of age its hard to find couples who gets together simply cuz they were in love. no matter what the circumstances, such as difficult cultures, i strongly believe that love can conquers all if you're willing to have faith in them.
20. Comments by jo [Rating: 4/10]
Fukada, not bad in her acting, but she wasn't great either.
Won Bin was good, but I thought this drama was heavily in favor of Korean side, Won Bin spoke a few words of japanese while Fukada has spoken Korean almost all the time. Story was good, but I'm no fan of these two actors. So sorry.
21. Comments by Shakyamuni [Rating: ?/10]
Thank god this was only 4 episodes. Anything more than that and I wouldn't be able to watch it. The Kyoko Fukada effect.
22. Comments by rikastar [Rating: 8/10]
Kyoko's character is not so irritating for once. It's a sweet love story that is realistic with the Japan/Korea parts and the problems they face. Won Bin is so hot here. *ahem*
23. Comments by Superpimp2g [Rating: 10/10]
Very good Drama despite being so short. The Actors are very good and draws you into the story.
24. Comments by syu77 [Rating: 8/10]
A good drama combination by japanese and korea. I love watching this drama!
25. Comments by MilkyWay [Rating: 9/10]
A very thouching dorama with good actors. So love really can conquer it all~~~ ^-^ *sometimes*
26. Comments by enazekinaz [Rating: 7/10]
one love story to show the power of love
27. Comments by xo483 [Rating: 7/10]
it was okay. the ending was expected, but the collaboration between korea and japan was awesome. besides, even if the drama sucked, i would still enjoy watching wonbin's face!
28. Comments by scullbox82 [Rating: 10/10]
i like this story very much...
29. Comments by FaNtaSYDrEaMeRZ [Rating: 9/10]
i love it! nothing more to say. wonbin and kyoko rocks!
30. Comments by fuqinlan [Rating: 10/10]
this is the first show that i have seen he acted!
31. Comments by Hee Hee Hee [Rating: 8/10]
nice
32. Comments by Samuel [Rating: 10/10]
Enjoyable to watch... you will not regret after watch this movie!!! Guaranteed 100%...
33. Comments by alpha-x [Rating: 8/10]
Nice story. a very good collaboration from the Japanese & Korean. Nice sites of Japan & Korea too..
34. Comments by Bsalez [Rating: 7/10]
Even this is my 1st time watching drama with Kankokujin included...Not really a Korean Fans but This guy can act as smooth as Kyoko..A bit better..SO the ending is good ..Alot of Korean language involved Quite romantic.
35. Comments by z_rulez [Rating: 8/10]
nice story but the work out between kyoko and that guy is suck!! that guy not match kyoko
36. Comments by amrayu [Rating: 7/10]
vcd (chinese subs)
37. Comments by orenji [Rating: 5/10]
A little boring.
38. Comments by atheon [Rating: 6/10]
Won Bin is soooo kakkoi in this!! Basically, i dun like romance drama that much.....is all about long distance relationship, how they overcome and finally get together.
39. Comments by Coolsmurf [Rating: 7/10]
interesting combination in this collaboration between Japan and Korean producers...they looked good together on the screen...
40. Comments by Lauralye76 [Rating: 8/10]
Actually its a show with a simple storyline. Anyhow, i still enjoyed watching it.
41. Comments by iedot [Rating: 9/10]
kyoko and won bin are such a great lovely couple. therefore, the story is more romantic and very touch.
42. Comments by lola [Rating: 7/10]
Well, this was ok. A very typical little romance story. Half of it being in Korean was kind of interesting, and I like Kyoko.
43. Comments by ancientpc [Rating: ?/10]
Complete
44. Comments by Peachy [Rating: 9/10]
I have to say that both main artists have delivered their performances well and have ecpressed so much feeling to their characters. It is a light drama and though it is short it did bring out its purpose. I think that there really is no barrier when it comes to true love. I anticipate another collaboration of Asian countries for the sake of storytelling! Congratulations for a job well done!!!
45. Comments by aruthberry [Rating: 5/10]
Korea and Japan actors together. Great!
46. Comments by Yuki0212 [Rating: 10/10]
This is a very good drama. I love the cast, story, and the theme song. Everything looks so perfect. Kyoko and Won bin look so cute together. I just like this drama.
47. Comments by ridiya [Rating: 10/10]
Simple plot but I think it's really niceee ~
48. Comments by ryce [Rating: 8/10]
Nice & Sweet!
49. Comments by StRaWbErRy_AnGel [Rating: 6/10]
Not a really good plot line....really normal story...but I watched the drama becuz of the guy
50. Comments by dummyuser6 [Rating: 7/10]
its good
51. Comments by itsuka [Rating: 9/10]
an inspiring drama about romance and achieving your dreams...
52. Comments by dummyuser11 [Rating: 9/10]
Great collaboration between both Japan and Korea...not to mention the wonderful acting by Kyoko and Won Bin who proved that language is no barrier when it comes to love
53. Comments by michiru3 [Rating: 6/10]
WonBin is so cute!! other than that, this story was pretty boring
54. Comments by zchendevlemh [Rating: 10/10]
I love this fast paced drama. great acting by both parties especially kyoko for studying korean. I love the part when one of kyoko's superior talks to won bin at the roof top. i admire their sincerity in speaking in english for me its one of the very funny scenes but touching.
55. Comments by rek [Rating: 8/10]
Fukada Kyoko is so cute. The story is simple but the warm end touched me
56. Comments by takuya_angel [Rating: 8/10]
I really enjoy this show! Won Bin is so cute! Kyoko Fukada is really pretty in this show too! But the whole storyline was ok...
57. Comments by Jwen [Rating: 5/10]
Unique points: Dual language....cross border....those sort.
Plus factor: Won Bin's good looks
Minus factor: Kyoko Fukada's irritating presence......

on the whole, tolerable....just watch it....its those things you gotta do although theres no good reason.
58. Comments by 206 [Rating: 8/10]
I did not know it was only 4 episodes. Short but it told a lot about cross cultural relationships and even touched subjects of Koreans living in Japan, limited movement for Korean male citizens, economic differences, military service requirements, and cultural differences. Nice preformance by both actors and that girl is just too cute. Nice story.
59. Comments by netteygirl [Rating: 9/10]
Cute story line. I loved the whole two strangers coming together storyline. This drama made me want learn Korean!
60. Comments by Battle48 [Rating: 8/10]
EXELENT drama;

Iy's sshort be give us hope back.
If you watch in one day you will make this day one of the bests in you life. The plot is sometime a bit predictable, BUT sometimes we forecast something that would have been predictable/that could very likely have hapened and it's finally different and surprising.

Very touching

a beautifull long distance and foreign relationship.

simply marvelous !!
61. Comments by ao_sakura [Rating: 10/10]
watched this drama for first time i was thinking about how friendship can turn to lover. event thought from different country and met at other country it not the point for been separated, if we always put them in our thought, there always be.
62. Comments by yume [Rating: 7/10]
For a former non-Fukada Kyoko fan, I have to say that Kyoko's performance wasn't AS bad as usual. In other words, the sugary sweet tone only pops up occasionally when they do close-ups of her face and she looks like she's staring into a goldfish bowl. The Korean and Japanese mix of style is well done. However, I cannot give it more than a 7 because there is very little chemistry between Kyoko's "Tomoko" and Wonbin's "Jihyun." At best, they seemed like friends. Perhaps that is because both truly don't speak the other's language or understand it, and as a result, never got comfortable with each other. Still, the story is an encouraging one and showed a definite truth about many Japanese youths' lack of sense of identity in respect to the world around them, and Asia. So I really recommend it for those reasons. "Tomoko" was a shining example and my first watch of Wonbin was heartwarming, he seems like a fine actor.
63. Comments by Chokoreto_Gal [Rating: 8/10]
bit boring...but there is Won Bin and fukada kyoko...they are the best! yay....!!
64. Comments by z3juk [Rating: 8/10]
it's overall a good film to watch and for relaxstion only..
65. Comments by Sungirl [Rating: 7/10]
cute story! Won Bin is a hawtie!
66. Comments by shiitake [Rating: 5/10]
no commento!
67. Comments by jacqueline [Rating: 8/10]
I like these kinds of plots. Very interesting. Like most people said, it IS a very addicting show. I was just staring at it waiting for what would happen next. And Bin is a cutie. ^_^
68. Comments by DDT [Rating: 8/10]
Nice to see a joint Japan and Korea TV drama production. The storyline is a bit simple; great acting by male and female leads.
69. Comments by AngelXing [Rating: 7/10]
Great collaboration between both Japan and Korea...not to mention the wonderful acting by Kyoko and Won Bin who proved that language is no barrier when it comes to love
70. Comments by AzianGoOkGrL [Rating: 8/10]
It's a shame this drama wasn't any longer. 4 episodes wasn't enough. I think Won Bin and Kyoko Fukada did an excellent job in this drama for not speaking the same language. Cute love story.
71. Comments by Mink [Rating: 6/10]
The only thing about this drama is the lack of believability in how each character understood one another despite the language barrier... some things were just a bit ridiculous? But still a sweet, interesting view of the classic love story.
72. Comments by Riji [Rating: 9/10]
My first drama. It's pretty generic, in terms of storyline and such, but you should watch it just to see the mix of Japanese and Korean. It is predictable and mushy romance but if you're a fan of that you'll love this! And it doesn't hurt that it's only 4 episodes long. If it was longer, then it would probably be worse.
73. Comments by positive [Rating: 4/10]
Don't understand why people like this dorama so much. Although Won Bin is cute as ever, the two leads have no chemistry. I think the hype is more becoz it's a Japanese/Korean collaboration, which is almost unheard of. Not much of a story.
74. Comments by kiba92 [Rating: 7/10]
A simple love story. It's not very good or really bad. Lucky it is short, although they kind of drag it out a little.
75. Comments by Mphretz [Rating: 9/10]
kawaiii!!! Won Bin is so cute!!!
76. Comments by rieana [Rating: 7/10]
best
77. Comments by WD [Rating: 8/10]
I have no idea that Won Bin and Kyoko Fukada have good chemistry in this dorama. They really click! While Won Bin was OK, FukaKyo was actually really good. What impressed me the most, however, is Lee Dong Gun who played Won Bin's best friend. It's a pretty romantic series, and I pretty much like it.
78. Comments by yijing [Rating: 6/10]
plot too simplified...love story not very convincing...but still touching...
79. Comments by Kirakun [Rating: 8/10]
This was my very first jdrama series. I had no idea what to expect when I started watching it. It turned out more than I had imagined. This got me hooked on Kyoko.
80. Comments by johuth [Rating: 8/10]
Bought means available for trade!
COMPLETE
81. Comments by moniker79 [Rating: ?/10]
two thumbs down...
82. Comments by Laika [Rating: 8/10]
Very cute. Although I don't like Fukada Kyoko very much, I found this really enjoyable.
83. Comments by kaonashi [Rating: 5/10]
Cute story but not a very good drama. The well-meant purpose & the nice shooting of Seoul & Tokyo saves this minidrama from an even lower rating.
84. Comments by h_reast [Rating: 7/10]
Just another fine drama. Good but not great
85. Comments by chadine [Rating: 8/10]
kyo chan
86. Comments by gakuchi [Rating: 7/10]
Sugoi romanchikku. I became a Fukada's fan again after watching this. Her performances suck lately, dont u think?
87. Comments by hiei1999 [Rating: 10/10]
*^o^* yay for Won Bin
88. Comments by Girl [Rating: 9/10]
Tears go down~ hahaha It's such a nice idea to couple the main characters from different countries. SO SAD T_T kikiki ;p
89. Comments by glayjiro1017 [Rating: 6/10]
It was interesting that the drama was in three languages all at once. Half in Korean and half in Japanese, then English thrown around here and there.

Fukada Kyoko and Wonbin are cute.
Interesting mix and storyline is alright.

But, beautiful people make it better =)
90. Comments by Amika [Rating: ?/10]
watching
91. Comments by nai_yve [Rating: 5/10]
mmm to be honest I was a bit disappointed with Friends - I thought I would really enjoy it cos I love Won Bin and Kyoko but I found it too slow!
92. Comments by FedererExpress [Rating: ?/10]
haven't watched yet
93. Comments by mizsymurda [Rating: 5/10]
if it wasnt for the good looking people in here i would've not liked it!! pretty boring to me..but if you are the type of preson that love romance dramas n stuff..i guess this is the right one for you!! wonbin did a great job like usual!! fukada's acting was OK..not so good.
94. Comments by Eve [Rating: 6/10]
An ineresting look into the differences between Korean and Japanese culture.
Looing forward to seeing more of Won Bin.
Fukada needs acting lessons.
95. Comments by red_for_anti [Rating: 8/10]
It was better than i thought it would of been. definitely a good length.
96. Comments by smmlt [Rating: ?/10]
Complete.
divx unkn
97. Comments by prettylady [Rating: 10/10]
Such a sweet ending!!
98. Comments by bikutaa [Rating: 5/10]
it's oke. kyoko fukada in her usual kawaii but slow-thinking role.

over half the talking is in korean, so i if like me, u don't particularly like the sound of korean, it won't make it any better..




.ビクター
99. Comments by Zie75 [Rating: 6/10]
Story line not so strong...and Fukada speak Korean very weird...
100. Comments by beryl_28 [Rating: 8/10]
It is a rather heartwarming show.....I kind of like it!
101. Comments by mglorync [Rating: 8/10]
Very sweet natured. And hey, who cares if the relationship wouldn't work out in real life. Television is hardly reality.
102. Comments by atreyu112 [Rating: 7/10]
Best!
103. Comments by komos [Rating: 9/10]
This was a very cute drama and it brings Japan and Korea together. Well-organized and touching drama with good actors.
104. Comments by maki [Rating: 7/10]
An interesting drama that had linked two different culture together. It's also allow us to understand more about Korean and Japanese culture but it's also means a breakthrough in the traditional thinking and boundaries. Who said a long distance relationship wouldn't work but Friends shows us that Love really binds everythings.
105. Comments by v1olet [Rating: 7/10]
the story is so-so, not that special. but won bin is so cute.
106. Comments by Steve [Rating: 9/10]
New revolution of Jdrama and also KoDrama of course, I like it so much. It is not boring at all.
107. Comments by enen_shun [Rating: 7/10]
i remembered this show was the hot-topic then ... everyone was talking abt it ... coz it's the so-call first ever time where korean & japanese artistes work together ~~ Kyoko & Won Bin definetely looked matching !!! like the way the show is expressing ... love can overcross languages ~~ hehez ~~ nice show ~
108. Comments by dannylai [Rating: 6/10]
...
109. Comments by moonchyld [Rating: 6/10]
well, honestly speaking fukuda made me actually like her here... the problem was the directing and also i guess the acting wasn't as breath-taking as other jdramas. a lot of time was spent mindlessly and uselessly, which made it boring... the story was also a bit too simple.
110. Comments by kirei_lanford [Rating: 8/10]
so i like Kyoka-chan... no certain reason though. anyway it's worth seeing
111. Comments by Dabbies [Rating: 8/10]
This is the first drama that Japan cooperating with Korea for celebrating the 2001 World Cup... this short drama with merely 3 episodes is quite a nice one... set aside of the language different, Won Bin & Fukada Kyoko manage to shoot it well... the scenery is definitely another attractive of the drama... it reflects the difficulties of long distance relationship that many people will face... a drama which is worth watching twice or thrice....!!!
112. Comments by shozen [Rating: 10/10]
i like how they tied up the boundaries of two cultures, even if they are neighbors. i liked won bin as an actor. and fukada kyoko was pretty good. but always the same character though. but this was good.
113. Comments by fahsum [Rating: 9/10]
A really short drama but it got me indulged into the story really quick. If the story line doesn't catch your attention, at least the two main casts will.
114. Comments by Boogoo8 [Rating: 3/10]
Extremly BORING!!!! Can't see the charm of Kyoko at all and her acting is stiff!
115. Comments by hikki [Rating: 8/10]
Won Bin and FukaKyon have a great chemistry together. A significant title, especially because it was made before 2004's "Korean Boom" in Japan.
116. Comments by Aurora [Rating: 7/10]
Ma~Ma~ A drama that is trying to catch up the korean-japan wagon to showcase the partnership of the finest japanese princess and korean prince then.
117. Comments by uglymale [Rating: 7/10]
Interesting angle, but average plot. I like the location changes of in the cities of Seoul, Tokyo and Hong Kong.
118. Comments by Szabotage [Rating: 7/10]
Short, interesting drama about the relationship between a Korean man and a Japanese woman. Won Bin sure is a looker, isn't he? The story wasn't very realistic, but it was interesting. I liked how they didn't shy away from the way Koreans are treated in Japan, or the prejudice a mixed marriage receives in either culture.
119. Comments by Marika-Chan [Rating: 10/10]
Simply love this drama..I love won bin and begin to like fukada kyoko here
120. Comments by lightningemperor [Rating: 10/10]
A cool drama that shows that love can overcome many barriers! Loved the idea of having Japanese and Korean actors!
121. Comments by tk_iva [Rating: 7/10]
not a bad show... very short dorama that can be finish in a day. the ending was somehow expected..
122. Comments by Hide/Takky [Rating: 10/10]
Excellent for me... great teamwork from Japan and Korea to bring this work together. Though some parts seem very dubious such that the main characters dont understant what each other's talking abt.... but still excellent though!
123. Comments by ^EcLaiRe^ [Rating: 9/10]
sweet..
124. Comments by yukari_no_hoshi [Rating: 8/10]
Very romantic, a little too idealistic, but a good heart-warming drama
125. Comments by yt [Rating: 8/10]
not bad..
but fukada always annoys me
126. Comments by Nat [Rating: 7/10]
It's very cute but it is somehow fool
127. Comments by siu dong [Rating: 7/10]
IMHO, fukada kyoko has shown improvement in acting here...
128. Comments by totuta [Rating: 7/10]
so so.
129. Comments by Jeanxi [Rating: 1/10]
Ehh...Fukada Kyoko is really cute...but she also has very bad acting skills. I really cannot stand another minute of her widening her eyes and giving this "I'm so innocent, what are you talking about?" look. Also, she is probably the first Japanese actress I've seen with such heavy eye makeup on in a drama. Won Bin deserves better!! The storyline is also pretty typical; the supposedly "sad" or "touching" parts are almost comical because they are sooooo overdone and cheesy (e.g. hugging in the rain, all that Christmas light at the end). Plus, their conversations were sometimes a bit stupid 'cause one person would talk in Korean and the other would talk in Japanese. And then occassionally Fukada Kyoko would repeat what she said in Japanese in her horrible-sounding Korean. Uck! So bad and so boring, I was falling asleep half way through the drama, so glad this is short =P
130. Comments by naner [Rating: 9/10]
Short and concide. Right to the point. The plot is great. Well describe the obstracles of intercultural relationship.
131. Comments by momo_chan [Rating: 10/10]
yay
132. Comments by agni [Rating: 8/10]
just one word ! cooL!
133. Comments by monsterbumps [Rating: 10/10]
the story is touchy...
134. Comments by koiichef [Rating: 9/10]
This drama is very kawaii... and Woo Bin and Kyoko Fukado are a good love team. It is short in the sense of episodes but it is still good in story and characters.
135. Comments by avalon_4ever [Rating: 7/10]
love won bin, but drama way too short and not developed enough
136. Comments by thetenken [Rating: 5/10]
Mediocre collaboration between Korea and Japan.
137. Comments by Prongs [Rating: 7/10]
Really sweet.
138. Comments by Sheena [Rating: 5/10]
Love it
139. Comments by GIGI [Rating: ?/10]
I liked the inter-racial romance angle. First time in the many doramas I've seen. Since it was such a short story though, I was wishing that Won Bin and Kyoko would act more passionate towards each other. Appreciated Won Bin though as he is hot in here! :-)
140. Comments by Seghal [Rating: 9/10]
Really good romance
141. Comments by curian4 [Rating: 8/10]
Four episodes but this drama has a lot of memorable scenes throughout the drama
142. Comments by SYILA78 [Rating: 10/10]
I LIKE THIS DRAMA 'COS GOT WON BIN ACT IN IT. HE SO KAKKOI. GOOD COMBINATION OF WON BIN & FUKADA KYOKO. REALLY CUTE COUPLE.
143. Comments by azn_meifei [Rating: 10/10]
this is nice.....
144. Comments by Dorochive [Rating: 5/10]
Too short maybe. Nonetheless, it's quite stupid.
145. Comments by yo-chan [Rating: 8/10]
Kyoko Fukada just damn cute!
This dorama brought up a lot of cliches.. but it was worth watching every minute.. especially liked the first two episodes *_* brought tears to my eyes!
146. Comments by lisasan [Rating: 10/10]
sweet.
147. Comments by akagi_nami [Rating: 10/10]
Great! I saw the movie about 5 times already.
148. Comments by Kazanko [Rating: ?/10]
good drama. and interesting to see korea and japan making a drama
149. Comments by lovejdorama [Rating: ?/10]
1~4, 3 DVD with special /English Sub
http://www.jdorama.com/viewtopic.php?p=169821#169821
150. Comments by wan_zaim [Rating: ?/10]
not yet
151. Comments by Qky [Rating: 8/10]
A pretty good drama with good casts. I actually cried while watching this.. *shame on me*
152. Comments by Kendesu [Rating: 9/10]
this drama was a really nice love story
153. Comments by chrisyukiefan [Rating: 10/10]
hehehe... i watched this drama.. hehe.. it's fun!! cool! i like the story... especially the first eps! ^_^
154. Comments by AjiKan [Rating: 8/10]
Watched this movie on my local Japanese station a while ago. It's a really good movie to watch especially if you want to build up your Japanese reading/understanding skills. Ji Hoon [Won Bin] uses really simple Japanese which is easy to understand so it's really helpful! I thought the story was really nice, and i thought the chemistry between Fukada Kyoko and Won Bin was really good. Definitely worth a watch!
155. Comments by polar1s [Rating: 7/10]
"Love has no boundaries"って But really watched it because of WONBIN~!:woot:
156. Comments by z123_us [Rating: 7/10]
fun drama, love story, very different kind of setup as whole thing is only in 4 episodes, so very fast indeed but fun at the same time. and it has akiko also in it :)
157. Comments by T3tsuo [Rating: 7/10]
Its a very good dorama. Fukada Kyoko is perfect for this kind of roles.
We can know more differences between these two cultures: Japan and Korea.
158. Comments by sashimi [Rating: 8/10]
Touching show between the lovers.
159. Comments by Kotori [Rating: 10/10]
I love Won Bin!!! Even it's really short.. but it was sooo great!!! >.<
160. Comments by tikleabubble [Rating: 6/10]
Even though this was only 4 eps. it took me a while to finish it. Sort of a like a movie that's too long. Anyway, I like it. Nothing special.
161. Comments by Bud002 [Rating: 8/10]
It was nice to see Korea and Japan's idols come together for a drama series. The theme of a couple from different cultures trying to understand one another is a bit overused but it works okay in this drama.
162. Comments by aiamano [Rating: 9/10]
Very interesting short drama about a Korean-Japanese relationship.... and she's so cute! :)
163. Comments by tabana [Rating: 9/10]
Touching, romantic...
164. Comments by strawberrynkiwi [Rating: 10/10]
two really good actor and actress together. too bad it was so short =( but i still love it a lot... it just makes me think that there is possiblity that something like that can happen to me^^ *blush* especially picturing the guy as wonbin =DD
165. Comments by qilver [Rating: 8/10]
Short series that i saw when it came out, i would like to see it again, i don't have it. Kyoko-chan is cute as ever, and one of the few dramas that is in both japanese and korean as it takes place in both cities.
166. Comments by xhidex33 [Rating: 5/10]
It was OK. Fukada, somewhat annoying. It was pretty long and draggy. @@
167. Comments by darknitelight [Rating: 7/10]
interesting
168. Comments by Blood_Berry [Rating: 2/10]
Won Bin = hot!
Kyoko = nevermind.
169. Comments by hina-sama [Rating: 5/10]
Hmm... i don't know what to say about that drama. It's not so great. But for Won Bin's or Kyoko Fukada's fans, it might be a good one.
Honestly, i didn't really like it.
170. Comments by Karupin [Rating: 7/10]
Nice drama
171. Comments by hawkz714 [Rating: 8/10]
a sweet love story....so cute both of them kyoko n won bin
172. Comments by Anees [Rating: 7/10]
It's pretty good because it's half in Korean, and it's cool to see all the Korean stars in this Japanese drama, but overall it's really not that great. Kyoko is a pretty bad actress in it, and it's only four episodes. The story is pretty nice though, I think I cried (saw it a while ago).
173. Comments by Rare [Rating: 8/10]
Love this one, it's so cute! And deals with the problems of long distant relationships. But I really like it ^^
174. Comments by crimsonRED [Rating: 5/10]
If not only for Kyoko and Wonbin, i could have not continued watching this. LOL!
175. Comments by heimu [Rating: 7/10]
In one way or another way, difficulities and communication and culturer difference can't really prevent love from blooming. When will be mine? ...
176. Comments by cella [Rating: 6/10]
some normal love story... personally i don't like movies with kyoko fukada...
177. Comments by mucci [Rating: 8/10]
kyaaaaaa....won bin and fukada kyoko...just a cute couple!!
178. Comments by Hemilya [Rating: 8/10]
It was short, sweet and very predictable. But still interesting to watch. Also there were very funny moments, and of course Won Bin is awesome. So... it's ok.
179. Comments by MrNiceGuy [Rating: 5/10]
I found no interesting in this movie. Boring!
180. Comments by youhei_mito [Rating: 6/10]
too short. o-o didnt feel much chemistry btw fukada kyoko & won bin.
181. Comments by Jit3rbug [Rating: 5/10]
Interesting concept! Kyoko Fukada is really cute, but the story is average and forgettable.
182. Comments by HimuraGirl [Rating: 7/10]
The story is so-so, but the casts are cute ^_^ Too bad their chemistry are just not there -_-
183. Comments by Q-chan [Rating: 8/10]
Romantic story! Love Won Bin and Fukakyon.
184. Comments by Dina-chan [Rating: 8/10]
Honestly..I haven't watch this drama...but from the story...i like it...
185. Comments by Shindou [Rating: 8/10]
Aside from a bumpy start with rather weak acting by Kyoko, the main idea of this short series was definitely unique. Won Bin was well cast and the supporting cast did an OK job though there were definitely places for improvement. Kyoko redeemed herself somewhat towards the second half and should be commended for her effort in speaking Korean. Overall, it might have been better to extend the dorama and build more tension with the father instead of ending with a typically fairy-tale and probably unrealistic ending.
186. Comments by salieyna [Rating: 10/10]
happy ending. so romantic
187. Comments by kai0227 [Rating: 6/10]
The premise was good but it could've been done better.
188. Comments by jade_sylvia [Rating: 8/10]
I liked how the story was compact. There were no extras or fillers. Won Bin has such a cute smile.
189. Comments by taibabi [Rating: 5/10]
Adequate.. but not Good enough..~ I only like to see FukaKyon in this movie.. O.O!!
190. Comments by kamikaze54 [Rating: 8/10]
Entertaining , good chemistry between Kyoko Fukada and Won Bin. Definitely worth watching.
191. Comments by jdoramafreaks [Rating: 8/10]
ウォンビンかっちょーいい!!
192. Comments by aznswmerboi [Rating: 8/10]
Good love story
193. Comments by ndahhyuqyu [Rating: 10/10]
bagus
194. Comments by SmiLeeGirl [Rating: 5/10]
I know they love but ...
195. Comments by ginger ale [Rating: 10/10]
Is Won Bin Korea's Takuya Kimura?....could be. He and the actress Kyoko Fukada had great on screen chemistry and Won Bin is really a gorgeous Korean and an intense actor. I loved the story, 2 hearts one love conquers all. Sigh! I love this world. Anything is possible in the name of love. Lee Dong Gun......mmmmmm let me think, he is cute but not my type. He can act though. As far as Korean actors are concerned Jo In Sung is the handsomest man in the universe. Gong Yoo is the sexiest Korean actor and Park Shin-yang has the most beautiful smile in the world. Ooophs I almost forgot this is a Jdorama website.
196. Comments by kaymissesyooh [Rating: ?/10]
first jap/korean movie that got me into dramas
197. Comments by Carl_Vinson [Rating: 9/10]
I Love FUKADA KYOKO
198. Comments by illuminati [Rating: 9/10]
wonderful
199. Comments by lesamouraifou [Rating: 10/10]
Love across border, does it really exist??
You have to Watch it, it's short and good.
200. Comments by kayloser [Rating: 8/10]
this is a good movie, but kind of predictable
201. Comments by jindo [Rating: 9/10]
It was short but quite enjoyed it.
202. Comments by ashibakazu [Rating: 8/10]
komunikasi bukanlah masalah..
203. Comments by bigfire [Rating: 8/10]
There's something very innocent about two people that can communicate so much emotion without actually speaking the same language. It's a very strong thing to see - two very well acted characters sewing the gap between them with full expression and clumsy gestures. Near the end, I couldn't believe that I felt such an affinity for the show after only 4 episodes. Excellent watch.
204. Comments by Hayato [Rating: 10/10]
lovely
205. Comments by Mali [Rating: 9/10]
Not bad. The concept of a short drama of 4 episodes is nice, because sometimes dramas are just too long and end up being borry.
206. Comments by Wen3Wen [Rating: 9/10]
Loved the music and the actors/actresses ... 4 eps and down to the pt
207. Comments by jahvi [Rating: 7/10]
I'm never really a fan of Kyoko Fukada but because of Won Bin, I decided to take the change to watch this drama. It was good, and I do like it, but I have seen better ones. ^^
208. Comments by expanzee [Rating: 5/10]
Very light drama. Nothing special.
209. Comments by johnnythao [Rating: 8/10]
Very good.
210. Comments by gathz [Rating: 7/10]
its shows how love can make 2 very different people solve the differences....
211. Comments by Sh0j0_9aLz [Rating: 7/10]
I like Kyoko Fukada and Won bin's act... they are really good..^^
212. Comments by Lady Zhuge [Rating: 5/10]
Fukada Kyoko doesn't do much in this co-production except run and bounce up and down. Not my idea of acting. I can't remember much from this drama, but am just glad it's only 4 episodes long.
213. Comments by gto_girlz83 [Rating: 7/10]
Combination artiste from Japan n Korea..Kyoko Fukada and WooBin from Autumn in my Heart. Quite interesting.From friends to love
214. Comments by jankuangel [Rating: 9/10]
Very sweet drama :]
215. Comments by xinyi [Rating: 10/10]
i love this drama so much! won bin is absolutely HOT!!! great storyline, great actings, lovely couple. what more? <3
216. Comments by liquidlzero [Rating: 8/10]
different but intresting
217. Comments by Wynter [Rating: 7/10]
This drama made a good attempt, but it was too short and therefore greatly lacking in plot development.
218. Comments by Helena [Rating: 5/10]
OMG, i just dont like this kind of mov collaboration btw 2 diff countries where language is e barrier becoz obviously u just cant c e spark/ emotion coming out of their acting coz they hardly speak, only e body language
219. Comments by tachan [Rating: 9/10]
i love won bin.
220. Comments by konkon [Rating: 7/10]
love won bin....da lama xde movie baru dia la
221. Comments by Wongo [Rating: 10/10]
I really liked it...though it was short
222. Comments by altec [Rating: 10/10]
It was short but good. The actors were amazing-really well played.
223. Comments by Yuka212 [Rating: 10/10]
I like the plot and cast. Kyoko and Won Bin so cute in there.
224. Comments by oldasianguy [Rating: 9/10]
Only 4 episodes but enjoyable...I find watching Fukada Kyoko an enjoyable treat!!!!!I still can't figure her out........
225. Comments by rodprime79 [Rating: 8/10]
Very good bi-racial drama. The story is only 4 episodes, but i don't think they could've stretched it out any further when you have a good feeling how it would turn out in the end.
226. Comments by uhno [Rating: 8/10]
Won Bin and Kyoko did a great job learning Japanese and Korean (respectively). It's really hard to speak another language so they both deserve some respect for that. I enjoyed this drama. Perhaps cliched, and a bit idealistic, but it was sweet.
227. Comments by Ushiroyubi [Rating: 7/10]
fun story... a bit cheesy... but a good cheesy. Fukada is quirky but hell... that's fun too. haha

more "bridging the gap"

:)
228. Comments by Keru-chan [Rating: 10/10]
I really liked the story. Very nice characters and an interesting story. The two lead actors are really great. I've a Kyoko Fukada Fan before and again she's great in there. I also like the different languages in this dorama, it's really interesting^^
229. Comments by kireiyuhi [Rating: 7/10]
Friends was too short for me. The time span they covered was too long for the duration of the drama. I really like the couple and I think the idea of the drama is amazing and the acting wasn't so bad either
230. Comments by mr_dreamboy [Rating: 9/10]
anyoung hasayo
231. Comments by Q-min [Rating: 9/10]
sweet
232. Comments by aku [Rating: 8/10]
umm, Good, but is tat posible in real world??
233. Comments by masaki-chan [Rating: 9/10]
Really heartwarming story ;-) Won Bin and Kyoko Fukada did a great job together. Besides, I like productions that are half Japanese and half Korean...
234. Comments by aimare [Rating: 10/10]
Touching.
This is not the best drama, but it will stay in your memory for a long time.
235. Comments by gupi [Rating: 7/10]
very good, japan & korea become 1
236. Comments by HanaToYume [Rating: 9/10]
Kyoko Fukada + Won Bin = AWESOMENESS
237. Comments by jed_ka [Rating: 8/10]
It 4 episodes, but they tell so much love and passion,
A male Korean and a female Japan who meet by chance! And even accidentally fall!

A crazy story but a wonderful story!
238. Comments by eftermiddag [Rating: 5/10]
Sen 3/4 of this. Kind of cheesy but an okay watch.
239. Comments by JackClark [Rating: 10/10]
Kyoko and Won Bin were great in this drama.
240. Comments by sw33t_laydee [Rating: 9/10]
Soooooo cute! Won Bin is GREAT!
241. Comments by serebi [Rating: 9/10]
Awesome drama, it has the smooth korean story telling for love stories and the great acting of fukada kyoko. It is a perfect blend between japanese / korean audiovisual capabilities. It appeals to me in a special manner because I am also interested and trying to make a career in the same field as the male lead but also, not so sure all together.
It has a great soundtrack and it is a very beautiful enjoyable experience. It gets a 9 but there PROBABLY needed to be more episodes for the series, but not necessarily either.
242. Comments by Kitsuchi [Rating: 3/10]
I've never seen a series or a movie about two main leads, who are from different countries, where the acting turned out good and the communication went smooth and natural and realistic. It always feels awkward for me and looks kind of stupid, and so did the main leads in this series.. ;/
243. Comments by mizz_evy [Rating: 10/10]
i loved this drama. it makes me believe any type of love is possible.
244. Comments by Susan [Rating: 7/10]
If you're wondering what Korean dramas are like, Friends is essentially a Korean drama condensed down into 4 episodes (on average they last for 16-24). This series followed the same back and forth and back and forth romance seen in just about every kdrama I have watched, which is not something I always enjoy. In this case, it was alright but I did not particularly enjoy either Fukada Kyoko or Won Bin. They competed on screen for the "most cute and innocent" and that got on my nerves. Props to Fukada for some passable Korean, though!
245. Comments by abelcmcr [Rating: 9/10]
Awesome drama, it has the smooth korean story telling for love stories and the great acting of fukada kyoko. It is a perfect blend between japanese / korean audiovisual capabilities. It appeals to me in a special manner because I am also interested and trying to make a career in the same field as the male lead but also, not so sure all together. It has a great soundtrack and it is a very beautiful enjoyable experience. It gets a 9 but there PROBABLY needed to be more episodes for the series, but not necessarily either.
246. Comments by Sorata [Rating: 7/10]
For such a short dorama i found it very enjoyable, the story was very well played on screen without those stupid situations that romance doramas usually have.
It was cool to see some of the South Korean culture(i don´t watch kdramas), Fukada Kyoko was really good in this, i love the way she talks korean, really cute.
The korean guy(Won Bin) was ok i guess, but koreans all sound bad on screen(at least in the movies i watch).
Anyway it´s an ok story about forbiden love between two people from diferent countries and with diferent cultures.
247. Comments by Bbbut [Rating: 4/10]
average
248. Comments by Gork [Rating: 7/10]
not bad, good and short i guess, won bin <333

Users who voted for this drama (72)
1. fatma
2. hmm
3. :::hALuCin8:::
Cute story...cute actor, Won Bin.
4. Aki
I loved the chemistry and storyline between the lead actor, Won Bin and actress, Fukada Kyouko immensely. While this seems like a cliche love story across distance, it's not as simple as it seems.. it subtly takes on issues between Korea and Japan as well. A 4-disc mini dorama, it's very much worth a watch.
5. dianix
the best love story dorama ever! i like kyoko and won bin!
6. lucky
7. Superpimp2g
Simple reason. Its really good.
8. pj0t
the story line is a little different
9. garyura_akira
10. animetama
It's got Won Bin, do we even need another reason to watch it..? hehe^^
11. fuqinlan
one of my all time favourite show !!!
12. db9paka
I hate Won Bin! He was trying hard to be charming and all, but there's just something about him that makes me almost puke everytime he's on screen. Kyoko on the other hand, shines throughout the entire show.
13. cute_kyoko
uhhh! really touching... and so nice both the hero and heroin :)... I like this drama and already got its vcd
14. ocha
Kyoko and Wonbin really made a cute couple here. Quite romantic.
15. Samuel
nice also... ^.^
16. Hibiki-san
Quite good, and Kyoko Fukada really gets to flex her acting muscles here. I just wish there were a bit more chemistry between the 2 leads
17. zchendevlemh
dorama - great
cast - cute(kyoko)
language - headache (english, cantonese, korean, niponggo)

WISH COME TRUE
18. miumiu_sky
Although just 4 episodes.. kinda short! But I love this dorama.
19. 1cy^Dr3@mz
20. pinky
21. Theroots28
22. sweaky
23. gakuchi
Heard it took them three years to do this. It wasnt as good as what I had expected, but almost.
24. I LUV V6!
Kyoko Fukada is so cute...and Won Bin is super hot!
25. Ichigo_
So nice love story! Again Fukada Kyoko was nice and Won Bin too this was a nice and touching serie only of 4 episode but enough to make you cry!
26. prettylady
Such a sweet ending!!
27. lamy2
It was a romantic drama with won bin and also kyoko as the cast. OOOH.... very charm!!!!
28. rinarina
Entertaining much
29. Lancome
It´s short but very nicly done and talented actors. And it´s the second of, I hope more to come, coproduction of Japan and Korea!
30. sayurikurata
A great show!!! I love the two main characters and the story plot's great!! It's sentimental and sweet!!
31. farahrasol
love knows no borders
32. uKari
NICE.............COOL!!!!!
33. Furutaimkira
34. Roy
great movie with a great touch. I like kyoko in this movie...
35. baen_86
i don't no,juz luv to watch it!!
36. Marcel
I just love her acting in this short drama.
37. naner
A superb movie with Korean and Japanese actors. It was very touching to be able watch the hardship that tomoko and ji hung had to go through. I really like the two main characters and the actors that portrayed them, Won Bin and Ryoko.
I really like this drama. Once i got started I couldn't stop. *thumb up*
38. ilengxw
Such a short drama yet enjoyable. The idea of Kyoko not even knowing korean was impressive since she still was able to play the part.
39. Yokatta
Nice Story line...
40. lucid
korean is fun ^^

but sometimes fukada is a little "too cute"
41. agni
long distance reLatioNship! so romantic!!!
42. koiichef
43. Amirul
I watch this drama in 2 weeks before I went to Korea..as it pictures many beautiful sight seeing in Seoul and Tokyo and I like it so much
44. yo-chan
absolutely cute although a bit chliche!
45. scullbox82
+ love story
+ wonbin is a handsome guy
+ i love kyoko fukada
+ the storyline is simple and sweet
46. ferumm17
this show is so touching...
47. Lynn9
48. chrisyukiefan
I love this series... love the twised :-) !!
49. Mylani
This was the first drama we watched that was both Japanese and Korean. Both main characters are very talented (and good looking, which always helps, hee hee), and the series addressed some very interesting cultural issues, even if it was a bit lopsided...
50. John Cena
i like this series!!!!
51. irul
52. JackClark
Best love story I've ever seen
53. strawberrynkiwi
this drama for sure gets my vote~ its like every girl's dream... but too bad it was so short.
54. anneyuu
Sweet & cute short drama, really lovable *o*
55. spira0902
56. hawkz714
i learn a bit about the difference between korea n japan in this story..thanx for the wonderfullll gReAT dorama!!!!!LOVe kyoko fukada n won bin in here!!
57. xiaole
I love the chemistry between them and kyoko fukada/won bin = great eyecandy ・・・★
58. Kaelynne
good Korean-Japanese collaboration.
Love the soundtrack!
59. ella
60. Sana1x2
61. mglory67
62. Wen3Wen
Loved the music and the actors/actresses ... 4 eps and down to the pt
63. johnnythao
This drama is very good, I love the beginning.
64. hebiko
~ no comment ~
65. ayumihamasakisan
I really like this drama, it was very moving on how the two connected almost immediately. Tomoko (Kyoko) was REALLY cute too.
66. Keru-chan
67. iretan
this series does not disappoint!! well worth the only 4 episodes they produced!! better check it out!!
68. chocofit
this dorama is so...unexplainable. good plot, good pictures...i learned much from the scenes and quotes. two thumbs up!
69. baka123
70. Hamano-Itoe
this show was so great!! i love it!!
71. asugar2
cute cast!
72. ai..
i love both of them >.<