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Title:Hero
Telecast:2001-01-08 to 2001-03-19

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TV Station:Fuji TV
Duration:11 Episodes



Synopsis
Kohei Kuryu, played by Takuya Kimura, is a former juvenile delinquent that drops out of junior high and goes on to earn a high school equivalency diploma. After passing the law board exams, Kuryu becomes a prosecutor. Not your typical prosecutor, which is quickly seen through the clothes that he wears, Kuryu possesses quick instincts and a kind of cleverness that only someone raised on the streets could have.

Takako Matsu plays the role of public prosecutor Maiko Amamiya. The shrewd Amamiya, who has her eyes set on passing the exam to become a deputy prosecutor, tries her best to be noticed by her boss. Kuryu, on the other hand, after earning a reputation for doing top-notch work is transferred to Amamiya's division, and finally opens his eyes to the possibility of promotion. Unfortunately, his unprecedented work behavior abruptly brings things to a halt.

Although earning a reputation as a bad apple, the influence from Kuryu's strong pursuit of justice slowly begins to change things around him. This drama is filled with it all; love, laughs and lots of emotion.
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Actor/Actress Cast (16)
Kimura Takuya 木村拓哉Kimura Takuya
木村拓哉

Kuriyu Kouhei
久利生公平 (27)
Abe Hiroshi 阿部寛Abe Hiroshi
阿部寛

Shibayama Mitsugu
芝山 貢 (36)
Matsu Takako 松たか子Matsu Takako
松たか子

Amamiya Maiko
雨宮舞子 (24)
Otsuka Nene 大塚寧々Otsuka Nene
大塚寧々

Nakamura Misuzu
中村美鈴 (30)
Katsumura Masanobu 勝村政信Katsumura Masanobu
勝村政信

Egami Tatsuo
江上達夫 (32)
Yashima Norito 八嶋智人Yashima Norito
八嶋智人

Endo Kenji
遠藤賢司 (25)
Kohinata Fumiyo 小日向文世Kohinata Fumiyo
小日向文世

Suetsugu Takayuki
末次隆之 (40)
Kadono Takuzo 角野卓造Kadono Takuzo
角野卓造

Ushimaru Yutaka
牛丸 豊 (50)
Kodama Kiyoshi 児玉清Kodama Kiyoshi
児玉清

Nabeshima Toshimitsu
鍋島利光 (60)
Iijima Naoko 飯島直子Iijima Naoko
飯島直子
Ryo りょうRyo
りょう
Tanaka Yoji 田中要次Tanaka Yoji
田中要次

Bartender
バーテン
Sasai Eisuke 篠井英介Sasai Eisuke
篠井英介

城島和生
Ogi Shigemitsu 小木茂光Ogi Shigemitsu
小木茂光

庄野怜治
Konno Masato 今野雅人Konno Masato
今野雅人

咲坂良太
Masana Bokuzou 正名僕蔵Masana Bokuzou
正名僕蔵

井戸秀二(警備員)
  

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1. not so romantic..not so serious..just fine!!:) [Rating: 8/10]
i love it!!kimutaku is great in this one and it's nice to see him playing a prosecutor this time after that long lists of other characters(pianist,architect,hairstylist..everything,u name it).This drama is very balanced too..it has the comedy stuff,the love bits,the serious parts..just perfect.and its really fun to watch the chemistry between Kuryu and Amamiya..very funny and sweet.But i really wished the finale would be more romantic though...:)
Reviewed by divineyutaka kimura on 18 April 2001
2. Awesome [Rating: 10/10]
I love Kimura san in Hero. The story is fast paced and there are many funny moments.The accentric characters of Kuryu's colleague makes Kuryu's character seem to be the normal one.Of course there is Amamiya Maiko. She is tough and share a great chemistry with Kimura. We are to guess what are their real feelings for each other due from their gestures.
The cases are interesting and shows the brilliance and astuteness of Kuryu's who did not just take things at a face value.
Really recommend it!!
Reviewed by sarafina on 20 April 2001
3. Good!!!!!!!!!!! [Rating: 6/10]
Yeah!!!!!!!!!!This drama is cool becoz takuya is the collest and matsu can never change from Love Generation
Reviewed by curian on 3 June 2001
4. All-round entertainment ! [Rating: 8/10]
This drama has all the elements of comedy, romance, suspense..etc in the right combination, proving to be a highly-entertaining and enjoyable watch ! Die-hard Kimutaku/Matsu Takako fans may wish the ending were more romantic but I believe the producers wanted to leave it to the viewers' imagination. ;) I highly recommend this drama !!
Reviewed by esther27 on 4 June 2001
5. Refreshing KimuTaku-san drama! [Rating: 10/10]
Hero has a well-balanced story of comedy and drama. If you recently watched his other drama "Beautiful Life", this is different from it since it has a more mellow love story, unlike the latter.

KimuTaku fans might like this one since it's spiked with lots of humor, which IMO, makes up for the lack of romance. ^_____^

I have to agree with Sarafina-san that KimuTaku-san acted really well in this one, and didn't take things at a face value.
Reviewed by Jalapeno on 11 June 2001
6. Seven and a half stars [Rating: 7/10]
Not really a fabulous drama...but never the less very entertaining.Watching this drama doesn't really require u to think much...with the show being surrounded by a quirky sense of humour.A thing to point out for mentioning is that finally,Takuya is showing a bit of changes in his acting,which is very commendable.A show that defers from other 'Detective' stories..it being light hearted and not those super serious stuff.Matsu is still pretty much her same old self.Not much of romance in this show..in fact it kinda seems very shallow.A quirky obession of Takuya's character of buying TV products added spice to the overall unique sense of humour that shows throughout in the show.(heard that it was Takuya's own idea to give that to the character)However,the show wun really leave much of a deep impression on the viewers as the storyline isn't really that fantastic....just that it is boosted by good performance from the cast.In conclusion,the show is really entertaining,worth the $,though I feel it is kinda flattered by its TV ratings in Japan.And of coz...a must for Takuya and Matsu fans.
(I will give it 7 1/2 stars not 7 hmmhmm)

Reviewed by GunGod on 21 June 2001
7. remarkable Hero [Rating: 10/10]
i watch this show becoz of matsu takako and i ended up liking both her and takuya kimura even more. They were great. I had expected a love story at first but nevertheless, the unexpected storyline really blew me off and i love it, its different from other dramas and the content & process of every case is really captivating and funny. He's a hero i will always remember. i think the romance part was pretty good too becoz its down to earth and believable. not every story have to have those dying romantic storyline, isnt it? anyway... overall, love every part of it, the characters, storyline, flow were all pretty great. suitable for all, must watch.
Reviewed by ivy on 1 July 2001
8. Takuya, The Hero! [Rating: 10/10]
Yes! There was never a story that can really touches me so much. It is just because of the passion of the cutie Takuya and not to be forgotten the pretty Takoko. I hope to see both of them act in the future Japanese Drama, or maybe movies...?
Reviewed by Evelyn Takuya on 10 August 2001
9. GOOD STORY [Rating: 10/10]
watching HERO is a much pleasure at all especially the story is about when the two legal officers having work together.

I really hope that there will be part 2 in this drama.. why don't u put more romantic act (Amamiya & Kuryu Hadeas) together. They were "BORN TO ACT TOGETHER"
Reviewed by Amirul on 1 October 2001
10. superb [Rating: 8/10]
the show is so.......good!!!! very very funny and so interesting. i luv the part where Amamiya lost the pendant and tried all sort of ways to find it....so hilarious.....i was dying to knoe wat she lost.....good show totally recommend it!!!
Reviewed by lumos77 on 10 October 2001
11. Better than Long Vacation [Rating: 10/10]
Actually I prefer HERO to LV. It is very entertaining. Must watch!
Reviewed by KS17 on 15 October 2001
12. I love it! [Rating: 10/10]
Well, I'm a big fan of Matsu and as I watch Hero, I like her even more! Hero is interesting though the case sometimes complicated. Well maybe the ending is not quite perfect, but it's still one of the most entertaining doramas.
Reviewed by love_f4 on 28 October 2001
13. A Japanese version of Ally Macbeal [Rating: 10/10]
Hilarious drama, although this one set on a prosecutor office, i find it almost looks like Ally Macbeal. Well sort of. But still its good to watch every character act every day. Especially Egami's jealousy on Kuriyu about Amamiya that being Kuriyu's assitant. As a romantic comedy drama, it's one of my favorite. But i still can't understand the ending......
Reviewed by kuuryu on 29 October 2001
14. wow... [Rating: 9/10]
i watched it for the plot though i must admit that takuya kimura looks cute... haha! the cast is alright but i'm starting to get sick of the takuya-takako pair-up... (they look great of course)

i love the rest of the cast too. they have a different story which they do not want others to know. and when they shut their doors after some conversation, it's like shutting out the whole world from urself. i love kuryu's office and all the wacky things he buy. and as sarafina has pointed out, kuryu's colleagues are so weird that he is normal. it's an enjoyable show and the romantic element is nicely blended into the entire story without emphasizing too much on it. i realised it's becoming more of the trend of the japanese drama scripts to simply add some romantic element into the main focus of the show nowadays
Reviewed by Ryvyan on 9 November 2001
15. one word............ [Rating: 10/10]
SUGOI!!!!!
Reviewed by jaycee on 3 January 2002
16. BEST DRAMA I VE EVER SEEN!!! [Rating: 10/10]
10 plus plus plus!!!

i simply loooooove this drama!!!!! the first vcd i ve bought and it's really WORTH it!!! takuya is sugoi and the way he acted as an unorthodox prosecutor is very...undescribable!! he's just way too cool!! and congrtas for being awarded the Elon award!! YOU DESERVE IT KIMURA-KUN!!!
Reviewed by miyakuryu on 9 February 2002
17. SIMPLY WONDERFUL! [Rating: 10/10]
Hmmz... This was the first time I actually took to a Jap dorama--used to think that they weren't very appealing, but after HERO, I thought that Matsu Takako and Kimura Takuya were EXCEPTIONALLY GOOD, and that their on-screen chemistry was woo-hoo, wonderful! Great dorama! Enjoyed it a lot!
Reviewed by lohcharmaine on 14 March 2002
18. OFFBEAT BUT STILL GOOD [Rating: 8/10]
This drama has an entirely different pace to it. I liked the two leads performances, but I feel overall they had too many characters.
Reviewed by warren.mcclendon on 3 May 2002
19. Charming! [Rating: 9/10]
Takuya is so charming and cool! Worth to watch. An easy entertaining story...
Reviewed by juita_ejet on 14 May 2002
20. cool [Rating: 9/10]
Cool filming technique the way the camera pans the characters and the ofice. Also an interesting storyline although the ''romance'' between kimura and takako is VERY trying. do they get together or not!!!?!!! but a good performance by kimura I think, different from the rest of the shows. Critics that say he can't act for nuts should try opening their eyes a bit more. There is nothing more difficult than to make acting look as though it is NOT acting.
Reviewed by chentnk on 14 June 2002
21. Very Nice [Rating: 9/10]
One of the top rating show but I think this one is a bit overrated. Very good story lines. Kimura was very funny. Interesting relationship between Kimura and Matsu...is not clear, just hints! I wish they develop the relationship a little bit more.
Reviewed by jdfan on 1 July 2002
22. Best!!!!!! [Rating: 10/10]
I really Takuya Kimura with Matsu Takako.This drama is just....so .WONDERFUL.!The content is meaningful and interesting...well...the ending was sort of funny...I like the theme song!!
Reviewed by toHeart_music on 5 August 2002
23. Kimuya Takuya and Matsu Takako are so great togeth [Rating: 6/10]
i don't really find it interesting... still, kimura takuya and matsu takako are really great couple... they are so funny... matsu takako is sooo adorable whenever she gets mad at Kuryu's actions that seems to make her angry... *^^* well, i'd only like the first episode because it was really funny... but i dun think that 'HERO' was a really drama worth to watch... this is my oppinion...
Reviewed by jaycee on 19 October 2002
24. Best duo ever ^_^ [Rating: 9/10]
I 'll never care abt the storyline if Taku and Taka play as lover. They've never disappointed me...
Reviewed by matsuers on 6 May 2003
25. not too bad [Rating: 9/10]
well..
i've only watched this drama once..no repeats..
maybe because i dont really like investigation sort of drama..
i prefer romance...
but these 9 stars goes to the great chemistry among both of them n their marvellous acting...
Reviewed by juliana_phang on 21 June 2003
26. Very interesting show [Rating: 10/10]
Takuya was hyper cool in this one. This one had a fair share of humour and twists in it, and it never got boring. The chemistry between takuya and matsu is pretty good in this one... Also loved the ending song (can you keep a secret)
Reviewed by windrider on 29 June 2003
27. Delicious crime dorama [Rating: 8/10]
Stories are very entertaining and creative. Kimutaku's acting is neat, but Takako Matsu is "underutilized" in this Kimutaku-dominated dorama. There should be more relationship development between the two. Stories are good just by itself, but a little more character development would give it a 10/10
Reviewed by adhi-kun on 17 July 2003
28. Watch this with your gf! [Rating: 9/10]
Maybe it's cuz I'm mostly a fan of love stories which keeps me from giving this a 10. Well, what attracted me to this drama was the KimuTaku/Matsu connection. That duet is unbeatable and with great supporting characters like Hiroshi, this drama really deserves a 10, but it's not really a love story....gosh, why not!
Reviewed by gizm092 on 23 August 2003
29. GTO in the courtroom [Rating: 8/10]
Hmm a educational flunkie with unconventional practices and unappreciative colleagues. Does this sound a little familiar? Haha I swear this JDorama has its roots to GTO; down to the very love story. On the other hand I do not think you can deny the megastar matchup of Matsu and Kimura. Matsu is just too gorgeous in this one to make me degrade this dorama.
Reviewed by Uchiha Potato on 23 September 2003
30. Good Show [Rating: 9/10]
an enjoyable show... kimura takuya was a little goofy and his obsession with sell-a-vision was hilarious... the supporting cast was great too... was hoping that something would develop between kuryu and amamiya. theme song by Hikki is really nice.
Reviewed by kook05 on 29 December 2003
31. HERO [Rating: 10/10]
TAKAKO IS NICE
Reviewed by seven on 31 December 2003
32. Excellent drama [Rating: 9/10]
This is one creative and original drama. The plot is excellent, the characters are strong, and the setting (the district attorney's office) is original, and the pace is fast. I liked the direction of this drama, it's serious, yet not dull, and they add a bit of humor at the right places, while at the same time there's a bit of romance, not too much, but just enough to keep you interested.
I enjoyed the cases that Kimura Takuya had to solve and how each case gets progressively harder, and how his character comes out more and more, and changes the hearts of those around him. Although this has been used before in other dramas, it doesn't feel the same in this drama for some reason. A great drama to watch!
Reviewed by Hiro Toyo on 18 January 2004
33. Junior-High Educated Prosecuter = Hero [Rating: 8/10]
Amusing courtroom drama...Kimutaku plays his usual role and looks pretty good...Takako gotta lose teh glasses to look better (as takuya said in show as well)...the supporting cast did a really good job (that Abe guy is fuuuuuuunny)...drama basically about a few cases that kimutaku and his bureau takes on and solves against the odds...romance wise not much...ending wus kinda meh...still pretty funny...watch it when u have the time
Reviewed by Baka Senpai on 26 March 2004
34. great one... [Rating: 10/10]
i really enjoy the pairing of Takuya Kimura and Takako Matsu. They both look so cute together.... Well... anyway, this show is very interesting. I bought the series.. and I think I had watched it over and over again for a millionth time and still not bored with it yet. This dorama is funny and very interesting. Takuya especially, did a wonderful job... as always...
Reviewed by yuri_suzume on 19 May 2004
35. so exciting! [Rating: 8/10]
ok..i watched it with chinese subtitles..i guess with everyone else as well..they talked SO FAST, that's probably y it's not 10/10, even if it was in english subbed, it's a little fast. but the plot was really really good. just engouh love and just enough comedy. perfect 4 everyone
Reviewed by moochi2000 on 17 July 2004
36. he's a hero, what can i say!!! [Rating: 9/10]
takuya kimura + takako matsu = kimutaku matsutaka...
i don't know whether it was a boy or girl...
hehehe...
Reviewed by yon on 19 October 2004
37. irresistable [Rating: 9/10]
what a great ensemble comedy, drama, & some mild mannered suspense! i must have seen this at least 3 times now over the years. it's a seductive view of office culture, where friends and enemies still coexist in harmony. for my money, matsu takako is the secret ingredient. you can almost put any other genial, sweet-faced young "slacker" opposite her goody 2-shoes stickler, and still have the formula work. except, of course, kimura's saucer-eyes are adorable & his close-ups save him from any heavy-duty acting (let's face it: even his role in GIFT '96 was more demanding.) the supporting actors are all hilarious caricatures. the only downside is whenever kimura breaks out the family values-sermons. overall a FUN, FUN, FUN series!
Reviewed by alfiesgal on 22 October 2004
38. Hero is Great a Must see drama [Rating: 10/10]
In this drama

the story is great.
it had the best cast
it had great characters
the best acting.
it did not try to be funny all the time
it stars Takuya Kimura (every thing that I have seen him in has been really good.)
it kept me watching

These are the reasons that I am gladly giving this drama
10 out of 10
Reviewed by johuth on 18 November 2004
39. NOt bad!! [Rating: 9/10]
this show is nice too.. but not as good as Beautiful Life and Long Vacation.. this show is more like a comedy and lawyers.. there's not much of a love story..But is still a highly recommended drama!!
Reviewed by cookielmy on 25 February 2005
40. Suspense (but...) [Rating: 8/10]
Another great offering from Kimutaku. Storyline is good & entertaining. The romance part is lacking the intensity or affections but other than that, it's ok.
Reviewed by tiesw on 9 April 2005
41. this drama is one of my best Kimutaku drama.. [Rating: 10/10]
Every episode was freakingly funny and enjoyable
Kimura's character was super endearing..
loved all the cast..
loved Takako Matsu..
loved Takuya Kimura the most..

All the best wishes for Kuriu & Amamiya!!

I just wish there were more romance between the two
Reviewed by ilovetakuya on 22 May 2005
42. Sexy bartender! [Rating: 8/10]
Love it!! Could use a bit more romance between Kuryu and Amamiya, but the subtle romance ain't too bad either!! What I really like is the ever-resourceful bartender (he's a bit sexy ^_^)
Reviewed by kneehard on 15 June 2005
43. Makes me want to go into law. [Rating: 10/10]
This is one of those job oriented dramas, I thoought it was similar to GTO, but not as high energy, which is fine. The characters were all fantastic, great acting all around, and as far as plot went, it was easy enough to get into, I enjoyed it, 'nuff said.
Reviewed by gohmifune on 29 June 2005
44. Definitely Kimura Takuya and Matsu Takako [Rating: 10/10]
I thought this was going to be a bit boring but wait till you watch it!! the way kuriu solves his cases is amazing and clever~ And it also proves how kimura takuya is still very hot even if he is wearing the same jacket through out the entire drama!!
Reviewed by aghi1004 on 5 August 2005
45. Nice One! [Rating: 9/10]
I like this drama allot! Enjoy the chemistry in the show, me and my sis laughed so much while watching this show. However, the ending is abit disappointing, the story should be stretched a little further to explain what happened in the island!
Reviewed by syi on 12 August 2005
46. Nice One! [Rating: 9/10]
I like this drama allot! Enjoy the chemistry in the show, me and my sis laughed so much while watching this show. However, the ending is abit disappointing, the story should be stretched a little further to explain what happened in the island!
Reviewed by syi on 12 August 2005
47. Naniiii [Rating: 2/10]
Talk about pure crap. I kept trying to convince myself it would get better till like episode 7 or 8. Thought this jdorama would be great considering how much i liked Long Vacation and especially Love Generation. People, I was wrong.
Reviewed by itachi666 on 16 November 2005
48. Rushed ending with unanswered questions [Rating: 5/10]
1) Relationship between Kuriyu and Nabeshima Toshimitsu
2) The quiet bartender
3) Outcome of Nakamura and Shibayama's secret affair
Reviewed by zhixiong on 23 December 2005
49. Hilarious!! [Rating: 8/10]
One of the most amusing doramas I've seen yet with a relatively light and humourous tone. Matsu Takako and Kimura Takuya were a great pair leading a great comedic cast. Definitely one of the most enjoyable doramas you'll come across. I highly recommend this!!
Reviewed by Shindou on 30 January 2006
50. A surprisingly enjoyable lawyer show! [Rating: 9/10]
I'm typically not a lawyer show fan but this one was pretty entertaining. Takuya's a pretty hilarious and unconventional public prosecutor and putting him together with Takako here was a good match. The rest of the cast was pretty well cast with some good comedic moments by Hiroshi, Fumiyo and Takuzo. Overall, a light and thoroughly enjoyable series that will leave you amused and probably give you a few laughs every ep!
Reviewed by Shindou on 13 March 2006
51. love it!! [Rating: 9/10]
takuya was so funny and cool in there. i like the jokes and his hair is like wow. ><
one of takuya's best.
Reviewed by JAP FREAK on 17 March 2006
52. love it.. [Rating: 8/10]
love takuya's acting and love the soundtrack as well...
Reviewed by refrizz on 14 May 2006
53. Quirky... But Not Enough to Keep Me Watching [Rating: 6/10]
While Hero did have some sweet undertones, curious characters, and somewhat involving stories, I found that the episodes were very formulaic. After watching half of the series, I began to feel myself losing interest. I did enjoy the series, and it was indeed very quirky with enough suspense to keep me watching it. It wasn't a total loss. But I feel like it could have been so much better.
Reviewed by Susan on 5 August 2006
54. This show is so overrated [Rating: 2/10]
The only reason it's get a two from me is because it has Takuya in it. I found the show dull and the characters annoying.
Reviewed by Shani on 7 September 2006
55. Touching and funny [Rating: 9/10]
Best Conclusion-Per-Episode format dorama ever made. I absolutely love the characters.
Reviewed by 8thSin on 3 October 2006
56. Great [Rating: 10/10]
It has a really good plot in it ... Really sweet between the leads ...
Reviewed by JPD Fan on 4 December 2006
57. Very cool movie [Rating: 8/10]
Good and insightful story. Takuya did an awesome job--as usual.
Reviewed by ThaiChick on 12 December 2006
58. I applauded the real hero [Rating: 4/10]
This drama tries too hard to be funny and clever but is neither. You've got to be a hero to sit through 11 episodes of thin stories, lame subplots and bad camera work.
Reviewed by shari on 21 December 2006
59. Humanity is propagated [Rating: 10/10]
Great team work made a fantastic Hero with low cost.Some plots are unbelievable,incredible and dumbfounded,but humanity is propagated.The produce team try to ,I guess,explicate the twilight zone of the legal system need a Kohei Kuryu.So far, many Asian country need such guy also.
God bless us !
Reviewed by hic2518 on 17 June 2007
60. ehh [Rating: 5/10]
I liked the office flirting with Hiroshi and Otsuka's characters. The overall storyline with Kuriyu and partner Amamiya wasn't good.
Reviewed by bba1 on 19 June 2007
61. better than i expected - though without too few lo [Rating: 8/10]
i was told there wouldn't be too much weigh on the love elements in this drama and i thought i wouldn't like it as i LOVE watchinig teary romantic bits in a jdorama.

however i didn't find hero boring and it kept me watching from the start to the end. the supporting cast is great. love the way the director shot the scenes from random angles. very funny to see kimura takuya's addiction of tele-sales products.
Reviewed by leftleg on 8 July 2007
62. my opinion [Rating: 10/10]
a very nice drma... can't wait for the movie's dvd to release!!! =)
Reviewed by tseling on 21 January 2008
63. Entertaining [Rating: 7/10]
One of the best detective doramas. Again...with kimura in the casts, nothing seems too bored.
Reviewed by popdod on 25 July 2008
64. A DIFFERENT FEELING [Rating: 10/10]
this drama is different from the other j dramas..it does not really hav a high content of romantic scenes but still takuya kimura n matsu takako still have great chemistry..this show is kinda funny but wat i really loved is the solving of crimes in this show..really nice!!
Reviewed by fre3domlin on 1 August 2008
65. Disappointing to say the least [Rating: 4/10]
I expected a lot after reading the other reviews, but what a disappointing, poorly directed drama.
-ves
1. very weak plot
2. filled with cliches, every scene is so predictable
3. third rate music (except for utada hikaru's song)
4. every episode is on its own, no flow in the story.

The only positive thing about this drama is Matsu Takako's acting. Kimutaku is boring as usual, gives his weird smile from time to time.
Don't waste your time seeing this drama!
Reviewed by makkumatr on 10 August 2008

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1. Comments by Genma [Rating: 9/10]
I kind of expected more, given its spectacular viewership ratings in Japan. Nevertheless, a good dorama with a nice balance of humour, justice, with a little touch of love. :)
2. Comments by catcat [Rating: 9/10]
pretty good, but not as good as everyone else says it was. kimura takuya is a public prosector who just got transferred to tokyo and matsu takako, who hated him at first but later likes him, is his clerk that helps him solve cases so he could win the court case. the other characters spice up the drama with their unique characteristics and special mention to utada hikaru who had her first drama performance in a cameo role as a waitress. recommend to those who like kimura takuya and matsu takako dramas.
3. Comments by Coolsmurf [Rating: 7/10]
a rather cool dorama with kimura acting way cool as always. the supporting cast also very comical in the way they work. some of the stories were brilliant while some were so poorly scripted.
4. Comments by Jalapeno [Rating: 9/10]
Ok, so it wasn't A BIT as romantic as the other Kimutaku-Matsu starrer "Love Generation", but it still manages to unleash the magical chemistry between the two. Loads of funny and witty scenes in this particular drama.

I personally wanted a bit more romance (since I'm way into romantic dramas) but it didn't hurt a bit with the lack thereof. But the storyline's still great and a lot of fast-paced, hard-core acting courtesy of Kimutaku himself. And may I add he looks DEE-LICIOUS sporting a leather jacket (or was it?). Haha, it's been a while since I saw this drama. :)
5. Comments by hoshigata [Rating: ?/10]
Buy!
6. Comments by shiitake [Rating: 8/10]
come on laaa..if it revolves more, i'd give u 10/10 laa..
7. Comments by yanie_chan [Rating: 8/10]
I luv this one!!^O^ Probably, not the best....but the composition is just perfect : comedy, blur-romantic, and y'know...sometimes, interesting cases!
Maybe, some people find it boring...but I don't!! The HILLARIOUS funny scenes over-shadowed the boring cases =P I also love Kuryu and Amamiya's on & off chemistry here^^ Takuya & Takako is just the best duo EVER!!!
8. Comments by aleen84 [Rating: 8/10]
I like the cool Kuryu kenji.And impressed with Amamiya. the last drama that I saw her was Long Vacation and she (M. Takako) played this innocent piano girl.This time, she's quite funny. Yeah and easy to get bullied too.
9. Comments by yanjun [Rating: ?/10]
events that happen are interesting at first, then it starts to cool off and gets boring. unless u're a big fan of takuya kimura or takako matsu,don't buy it,,,
10. Comments by jaycee [Rating: 9/10]
hero is very farnie.... u ougtha watched it.... especialy the first episode... it made me laugh so hard till i had stomach ache... hahahaha... watch this.. it'z recomended by muaaaa............
11. Comments by juliana_phang [Rating: 9/10]
investigations...
hehe..takuya wa the weird 1 among the others..
the way he wears..n the way he solve cases...
same goes to his intelligence...
=)
12. Comments by Ryvyan [Rating: 9/10]
A great show with Kimura trying to solve cases (when it wasn't part of his job in the first place) in extraordinary ways. Very worth the time to watch this, it just lacks in the romance department.
13. Comments by ystlu [Rating: 7/10]
Interestine take on the justice system in Japan. Predictable solution
for lots of episodes. Lack of continuity.
14. Comments by PapaDeshio [Rating: 9/10]
Simple + Humour + Action
LESSON: Working 24 /7 is not always to damn boring & stressful. If you池e creative enough to 祖olour it differently each day, life is seem attractive.
15. Comments by zealous [Rating: 6/10]
A very funny dorama and i thought i like the dorama. Maybe because Takuya.... i think..hehehhe
16. Comments by aranur [Rating: 9/10]
investigative drama by takuya kimura. splendid drama, highly memorable and a terrific watch.
17. Comments by manutunia [Rating: 9/10]
interesting investigation...
but sadly...the love story between takako and takuya is not enough
18. Comments by pandora [Rating: 10/10]
Love love loved it. Was all that. I was really skeptical at first cause I'm not so much into the police invesigative type dorama. But Hero was definitely nothiong of the normal police dorama's. I really loved Kimutaku in this. It was great seeing him in such diverse roles like in beautiful life. A definite must watch. thumbs up from me.
19. Comments by Love Revolution [Rating: 8/10]
Oh this Hero! Not the same as I expected!! I thought it's a very nice drama..nevertheless, not to say dissapoint me, but unexpectedly!! I never expect the storyline could be like that..it was a type of detective drama. KimuTaku and Matsu Takako had no chemistry at all in the drama...too bad... but wat i can say is that KimuTaku really had a smart mind in the drama!
20. Comments by jdfan [Rating: 9/10]
One of the top rating show but I think this one is a bit overrated. Very good story lines. Kimura was very funny. Interesting relationship between Kimura and Matsu…but it is not clear, just hints at the end! Boy, I wish they develope the relationship a little bit more. Simply too cool!!!
21. Comments by ct_subang [Rating: 7/10]
marvellousanother kimutaku-matsu p/shiptakuya cool as ice like always
22. Comments by peeka [Rating: 6/10]
Something different. No love scenes. But there's a chemistry between Takuya and Matsu and not a very heavy story line. A bit slow in the first few episode.
23. Comments by glayjiro1017 [Rating: 9/10]
Great drama!
I continue to love Kimura Takuya in the roles he plays and of course his acting! =)

Takako Matsu was also great! They are a good match!
Utada Hikaru's "Can You Keep A Secret?" fit the drama well, too!
And, the song always remind me HERO!
24. Comments by majinbads [Rating: 7/10]
A series of episodes depicting attorneys at work. Lots of clever mystery cases. Too little romance between Takuya Kimura and Matsu Takako. Takako seems even prettier than in Love Generation. Too bad they didn稚 exploit the great chemistry that the pair has. Otherwise it would have been perfect.
25. Comments by Halwafy [Rating: 8/10]
There is some spark between Takuya and Takako Matsu in this dorama! Watch for the subtleties...

Overall, Takuya's performance is flawless as per normal..

Definitely A Must Watch.
26. Comments by lisajayne [Rating: ?/10]
Wow!!! It was a different type of dorama that I watched. It had funny moments. touching moments, sweet moments!!
27. Comments by iluvhyde [Rating: 5/10]
Eh... I think its just me~ I dun like the Kimura and Takako pair. This show also dun appear very interesting to me. Less the "hook" factor.
28. Comments by DukeGonzalez [Rating: 10/10]
rilek gile kuryu kenji.
29. Comments by 100aw [Rating: 7/10]
Although there was not much lovey dovey between Kimu Taku and Matsu Takako....definitely worth watching!
30. Comments by 4julls [Rating: 8/10]
驚くばかり!!!
よい戯曲は, 二度のためのそれを見, 傾斜は退屈 させて俳優/ 女優間の得るどの分よい行為そして化学でも
31. Comments by yuka [Rating: 8/10]
Captivating public prosecutor’s case stories episode by episode pepped up by a hint of romance between a laid-back, unconventional, inquisitive prosecutor and his earnestly ambitious, straitjacket go-by-the-rules legal assistant. The direct contrast of their characters played upon the opposite attract theme. In between fencing around the underlying attraction for each other were some rare tender moments which serves to lure the wishfully romantics. The much touted Kimura-Matsu on-screen chemistry provided the catalyst.
32. Comments by dora [Rating: 10/10]
Cool!!! Takuya Rulez..!
33. Comments by matsu_takeiko [Rating: 8/10]
I wish there was more chemistry between Takuya and Takako!
34. Comments by emiko [Rating: 10/10]
One of the most greatest j-drama i've ever seen.
35. Comments by tubby_28 [Rating: 8/10]
i think everything is excellent
except for the court thing.
36. Comments by N|sz^^aYa [Rating: 7/10]
Takuya Kimura look great!
37. Comments by eien [Rating: 7/10]
i only bought it cause it had takako and takuya in it...hoping they would relive the LG feel...but its super boring
38. Comments by arashinokoto [Rating: 8/10]
what i liked about it is the kimutaku is hopelessly gorgeous.. and matsu takako can act well no matter what the role.. the cases are interesting too..
39. Comments by Akakage [Rating: 9/10]
Very likeable drama. Not light but enjoyable..I love this drama!
40. Comments by :::hALuCin8::: [Rating: 9/10]
I really enjoyed watching this drama! Didn't really like how it ended...but still a good drama! Hero also introduced me to Takuya Kimura, a very talented actor!!!
41. Comments by takuya_angel [Rating: 9/10]
Interesting plots in each episodes that will not bore you at all. My favourite pair -- Takuya & Takako is brilliant as the lead pair. HERO is quite funny too...i laughed at every epsiode. Didn't expect Takuya can be quite comical in this one. Kawaii ne!
42. Comments by jo [Rating: 10/10]
I was kind of tired watching regular dramas, THIS ISN'T ONE OF THEM. This has all the ingredients of a great series: comedy, adventure, mystery, romantic scenes, it some hard drama acting by Kimura along with his strange and crazy antics. Just really funny for me, 2 THUMBS WAY WAY UP IN THE AIR! Watch it! Though do not expect too much from Kimura and Matsu.
43. Comments by Evilryu [Rating: 10/10]
Well what can I say but Kimura and Matsu are the best on sceen couple!
Matsu's acting is great!!!
44. Comments by vienna_sg [Rating: 9/10]
Another show by Matsu and Takuya. Matsu does not look so cute as she's wearing spec. Really like the way Takuya buy things from the TV media and regret after buying it.
45. Comments by vegitto60 [Rating: 9/10]
Each ep was diffrent but kept me glued to the TV. I enjoyed each episode from the moment it began until it ended. The director must have been very good, the cinematography he used, made it very good.
46. Comments by syu77 [Rating: 10/10]
I like watching this drama eventhough my friends think its a bit boring but for me it really entertaining.
47. Comments by MilkyWay [Rating: 10/10]
When I watched the first episode I though:" what the hell?.." But after the second eps. I really got into it and liked it a lot ^-^ Definetly worth to watch perhaps the best I've ever seen so far.
48. Comments by seissa [Rating: 8/10]
Nice! Kimura Takuya X Matsu Takako is a good combi and song by utada is nice!
49. Comments by Warrior [Rating: 8/10]
This drama is actually quite interesting.The first episode is pretty weird though, but the rest of the episodes are nice.People always think that Kimutaku is stupid(in this drama) but he just does not want to show off
50. Comments by miakasan21 [Rating: 8/10]
I think Kimura Takuya is a wonderful actor. The way he figures the solutions to the cases is really awesome because he doesn't seem like his is paying attention to the case, but he is the one that figures them out. It seems like the series went on and on, but that is okay because Kimura was the main actor. ^_^
51. Comments by samurai_x [Rating: 9/10]
What can I say, both of them act very well together. I really enjoy watching them together Matsu and Takuya. The show, very entertaining, go and get it.
52. Comments by pj0t [Rating: 6/10]
only takuya keeps me watching this drama.. ;)
53. Comments by Sungirl [Rating: 10/10]
So far this drama is great, so funny and touching! I'm still watching!
54. Comments by carie_akanishi [Rating: 8/10]
Tthe chemistry between Takuya n Takako was still perfect. After rewatching, n watching the sp, finally realised the nice part of this show. The supporting actors r great, n tog with takuya n takako makes it a classic drama!
55. Comments by kewlger [Rating: 7/10]
bleh.. overrated
gots some funny scenes though :D
56. Comments by Bsalez [Rating: 8/10]
Da best couple of Jdrama..Cases is interesting..Acting is good...
Bartender is cool specially if he have all da stuuf customer want..
I laugh n laugh again...Aru yo..Really good drama By Kimutaku n Matsu Takako
57. Comments by hib1ki [Rating: 8/10]
Good story and great casting. Detective like drama mixed with love commedy. Must watch for jdrama fans.
58. Comments by scullbox82 [Rating: 8/10]
personally i think this story is not as exciting as good luck but then it has its own character.
59. Comments by Hee Hee Hee [Rating: 8/10]
matching actor n actress.Recommended to watch!exciting storyline.! kimura nice hairstyle n clothes..
60. Comments by Samuel [Rating: 9/10]
It is enjoyable to watch....
61. Comments by jastical [Rating: 10/10]
I like Takuya Kimura in this show, so cool!!
62. Comments by db9paka [Rating: 9/10]
Seemed quite boring at first, but later the drama developed to a funny and somewhat ridiculous plot. Matsu was really cute in this one. Recommended.
63. Comments by numlock84 [Rating: 10/10]
best drama have i watched...i cant never forget the moment went takako listed the 10 cameroon players to kimura at the last part....this part is so touching my heart
64. Comments by z_rulez [Rating: 7/10]
nice story
65. Comments by Uchiha Potato [Rating: 8/10]
Episodes:1-11 #Disk:6 Quality:B Subber:JEM
66. Comments by orenji [Rating: 10/10]
A great show with the great duo in it! A MUST WATCH! :)
67. Comments by atheon [Rating: 9/10]
Kimura and takako have done it again. Great acting and great chemistry between them made the show much more interesting.
68. Comments by Lauralye76 [Rating: 8/10]
Honestlly speaking, I cant understand some of the cases but with my 2 favourite actors in it...its definitely worth my time.
69. Comments by Mister Pozart [Rating: 5/10]
A little deception. The structure of every chapter is the same.
70. Comments by iedot [Rating: 8/10]
sweet! great comedy drama!
71. Comments by johuth [Rating: 10/10]
Bought means available for trade!
COMPLETE
72. Comments by ancientpc [Rating: ?/10]
Complete
73. Comments by vuuduugrrl [Rating: 10/10]
I laughed, I cried, I saw all the people I used to work with! If you like a mix of justice and quirky personalities, you'll love this series
74. Comments by Renz [Rating: 9/10]
yeah.....this movie is one of the best by takura. Very good job. I like the way he solve the problems with the girl. Very very funny and nice combination.
75. Comments by Gimackii [Rating: 10/10]
kimura Takuya and Matsu Takako are awesome together!!! I loved the drama. I loved how each situation/mystery was solved. So cool and interesting to watch!!
76. Comments by Hoshi [Rating: 10/10]
One of the 3 dramas with the Takuya/Takako pairing. This is the drama that started it all for me, so I guess I'll be biase :grin: Good storyline and plot, and I love the unorthodox way Kuriyu goes about solving the crime. Good supporting cast and great soundtrack to top it all up.
77. Comments by we!Rd^dUcK [Rating: 9/10]
i love dis story... kimura looks so smart in it n de character really got him... love dis story, love de theme song; Can't u keep a secret; n just love kimura n matsu...
78. Comments by Tiffany [Rating: 7/10]
I love Takuya Kimura, and this dorama's really interesting. Some say that there's just that right amount of romance, but I disagree! There needs to be more! Especially when the topic's kinda serious and there's such a hot male lead...
79. Comments by thetenken [Rating: 8/10]
An enjoyable look at the public prosecutor's office. A bit unrealistic, but funny. I liked it probably because I'm going into the law profession...
80. Comments by cindi [Rating: 9/10]
It's all about the chemistry between the two leads.. Love this comedy. :D
81. Comments by cynee [Rating: 7/10]
KimuMatsu combi again!! they rock! hope that there were more focus on their love feelings hahaz~
82. Comments by FierceStriker [Rating: 9/10]
Well done, very interesting, can be a bit repetitive though
83. Comments by cassius [Rating: 8/10]
good stories
84. Comments by Maschera [Rating: 8/10]
nice nice nice. another takuya-takako pair up story.
85. Comments by shinobi [Rating: 8/10]
Very good acting and scene layouts. I really like the director's idea of having the office laid out that way. People opening and closing the doors can be quite comical.
86. Comments by 206 [Rating: 8/10]
He rolls into town and with some unorthodox methods and some leg work does his duty as a prosecutor. Good series, I enjoyed the interplay between the characters. And at the end, who can top Hikaru's "Can you Keep a Secret?"
87. Comments by michiru3 [Rating: 7/10]
Matsu & KimuTaku had better chemistry in Love Generation. This story wasn't too great either.
88. Comments by jetfire [Rating: 7/10]
Interesting storyline but its one of the last drama i have watched since
89. Comments by dummyuser11 [Rating: 9/10]
It's actually quite hilarious...about how Takuya Kimura have a fetish for TV shopping...ehhehehe...but it's really interesting how he use to solve the case...very different from all the other prossecutors...
90. Comments by zchendevlemh [Rating: 10/10]
All the cast are sugoi. although the love story was not put into consideration every episode. the chemistry between takako and takuya is great.
91. Comments by jkfan [Rating: 9/10]
very interesting story but a i didn't quite like the ending.
92. Comments by daigong6weeks [Rating: 10/10]
Funny and the cases were great!
93. Comments by hide_hikaru_minako [Rating: 6/10]
THe only thing that kept me watching was the sparks between matsu takako and kimura. I didnt really understand the plot ... especially with the subtitles flying past the screen. Matsu takako looked really cute here.
94. Comments by Angelwings [Rating: 8/10]
Quirky!!! Wish it had more romance in it though.
95. Comments by saturdayrain [Rating: 9/10]
So worth to watch it. You must see.
96. Comments by DragonSpirit164 [Rating: 8/10]
Quite entertaining because of the great acting by Matsu and Takuya. They always seem to have that kind of spark togther. I didn't understand Hero deeply because the Chinese subs in this one was too complicated, but I got the gist of the stories here and there. I loved Kouhei's quirky TV shopping addiction, whenever he was using his exercise machines it was hilarious!!
97. Comments by Szabotage [Rating: 9/10]
I really liked this drama! Great story, excellent supporting cast, and the chemistry between the two main characters, played by Kimura Takuya and Matsu Takako, was really believable. I wasn't sure I was going to like the main character, but he really grew on me. Theme song was catchy, too. Highly recommended!
98. Comments by heimu [Rating: 9/10]
Takuya character as a "slack looking" prosecutor and Takako Matsu as his assistant who loves K1 boxing? One of those "detective" type dorama with lots of funny moments, thumbs up!
99. Comments by amran [Rating: 10/10]
can u keep a secret~
100. Comments by fiundin [Rating: 7/10]
A fantastic concept: a bunch of Criminal Prosecutors with eccentric personalities all working in the same office. The result is very funny escapades together with intelligent storylines.
101. Comments by Jeanxi [Rating: 8/10]
Not so much romance and not very exciting, but still a decently good drama!
102. Comments by erie [Rating: 6/10]
Truly-hero can come from weird people!
103. Comments by Jewel [Rating: 10/10]
Another great drama by Takuya Kimura. Amazed by how Takuya managed to solve cases using his intellengence and the determination and devoted to his work.
104. Comments by PinkSpider [Rating: 8/10]
not bad...
not bad....
but the ending is shiit ithink...
105. Comments by Sou Catcher [Rating: 6/10]
The format is a bit weird. I also do not like the lack of chracter development.
106. Comments by AngelXing [Rating: 9/10]
It's actually quite hilarious...about how Takuya Kimura have a fetish for TV shopping...ehhehehe...but it's really interesting how he use to solve the case...very different from all the other prossecutors...
107. Comments by CdMe [Rating: 6/10]
takuya seems to be bored and i feel the same way so far (episode 3). he was better in "beautiful life" and "long vacation"
108. Comments by eltinator [Rating: 9/10]
A great drama about law. Matsu Takako and Takuya Kimura work great together but not nearly as good as their performances in Love Generation. However, with a strong supporting cast this show is pretty good.
109. Comments by ashitaka [Rating: 10/10]
This was the drama that got me hooked. Gotta love a great pair like Matsu & Kimura.
110. Comments by xiangh [Rating: 6/10]
sometime good, sometime boring. given the enthousiastic comments I had heard about this one, I was somehow disapointed.
111. Comments by aznkoodies [Rating: 9/10]
Majority are story filled with great twists and outcomes but the overal outcome wasn't as good as the stories. There was more humour, action, and other side-stories than romance.

I highly recommend this series.
112. Comments by joychin [Rating: 8/10]
Not bad.. .
113. Comments by koichininoyu [Rating: 3/10]
bought the drama but never watched...maybe the storys doesn't interest me hehe...
114. Comments by dummyuser13 [Rating: 10/10]
The Matsu Takako, Kimura Takuya couple is great again, like Love Generation.
115. Comments by kiba92 [Rating: 10/10]
I enjoy this drama very much. It is very much like the American show Law & Order but not as serious. They tone it down with some comedy. I think Kimura Takuya is very adorable in this show and everyone else had a good role.
116. Comments by yume [Rating: 6/10]
Kimura Takuya...yet again the too cool guy? Good grief, can he ACT more than one character, or can they at least try to CHALLENGE him? Sheesh. I think it was just annoying so I couldn't finish the first episode without taking breaks...
117. Comments by enazekinaz [Rating: 8/10]
takashi the best
118. Comments by freak_of_psycho [Rating: 9/10]
Its funny and sometimes serious! Highly recommended!
119. Comments by cipong [Rating: 9/10]
Great Drama!! takuya and takako..perfect combination!
120. Comments by cre3p [Rating: 10/10]
My favourite of all time...Kimura and Matsu's third collaboration and I think its their best!
121. Comments by areins7 [Rating: 9/10]
very cute...
122. Comments by kimurababe [Rating: 10/10]
a whole-new, yet still loveable takuya kimura saves the day in this unforgettable lawyer series
123. Comments by yijing [Rating: 9/10]
1 of my personal favourites...love the way Kouhei holds onto his beliefs even though every1 thought otherwise...i wanna be like him be able to hold onto my dreams...
124. Comments by dusty_angel [Rating: 8/10]
aahhhh!!~ takuya!!! aishiteru man!!!! its great! esp he's with takako matsu! joining forces to stop evil from conquering tokyo!!!!!
125. Comments by z3juk [Rating: 10/10]
Really good!!! love takuya in here too!!! he is the best!!! the story line is interesting too!!
126. Comments by funishika [Rating: 9/10]
Hero in my heart
127. Comments by kaonashi [Rating: 10/10]
A true pleasure watching Kimutaku & Matsu reunite again as they both are great actors & have a nice chemistry. This time they're working as prosecutors who solve different cases in each episode. Hero's a fastpaced, smart & funny drama, a nice break from draggy love stories. 10-
128. Comments by smmlt [Rating: 7/10]
Complete.
PDTV DiVX JEM
129. Comments by h_reast [Rating: 10/10]
No doubt the best dorama I have ever watched.
130. Comments by chadine [Rating: 10/10]
kuryu.....
131. Comments by Dorobou [Rating: 9/10]
Very very interesting to watch. One of Kimura's best.
132. Comments by esc507 [Rating: 9/10]
This show could have been so much longer. It made me laugh a lot. To be honest, I find Matsu Takako's character very attractive. Those thick frame glasses are really something...haha. Spunky KimuTaku really lighted up the show. The other characters' seriousness, as well as "foolishness", paired together with TV-shopping madness made the show a very interesting watch.
133. Comments by ^EcLaiR^ [Rating: 10/10]
really good. you'll enjoy this piece. especially if you're into detective movies kinda thing. i'm jst not quite satisfied with the ending..
134. Comments by gakuchi [Rating: 10/10]
Kyaaaaa.....Amamiya-san...kawai!!! I love EVERYTHING about this drama.
135. Comments by shortmei [Rating: 7/10]
Not so much as romance, focuses it on drama and mystery. I found the first few episodes kind of boring, but it got better as it picked up the pace.
136. Comments by pawnakai [Rating: 10/10]
So glad I brought it! Kimura and Matsu, best combination ever.
She's so haughty and he's smart but in a weird, infuriating way.
137. Comments by FedererExpress [Rating: ?/10]
haven't watched yet
138. Comments by hitori [Rating: 10/10]
Had a lot of fun watching it. Kimura plays a great role!
139. Comments by Geezer [Rating: 8/10]
A good solid TV show. Kimura and Matsu, and the rest of the cast show you what a group of solid pros can do.
140. Comments by shikirocks [Rating: 7/10]
Pretty good comedy
141. Comments by dannylai [Rating: 8/10]
not bad.. a bit cheesy.. but matsu's cute
142. Comments by trana87 [Rating: 8/10]
though i'm not really into the detective type genre, i really enjoyed this one.
143. Comments by Eve [Rating: 8/10]
Very enjoyable. Kimura and Nanako give their usual solid performances.
144. Comments by aizamia [Rating: 8/10]
quite boring....but mysterious
145. Comments by prettylady [Rating: 9/10]
KimuTaku's dopey look amazes me, but I was disappointed that there wasn't much love between him and Tatako.
146. Comments by Yuxmania [Rating: 10/10]
Hero is also one of my favorite dramas. So hilarious. I wouldnt' mind if Channel 8 would show it again.
147. Comments by jaba [Rating: 10/10]
matsu and kimura's great combination... the way he solves the cases is so cool
148. Comments by pcmodem [Rating: 8/10]
Matsu Takako is off-the-chart-attractive in this dorama! Good theme song by Utada Hikaru "Can You Keep A Secret?"
149. Comments by lamy2 [Rating: 10/10]
VERY EXCITING DRAMA!!!!
It consist of mistery, comedy, and also love too which make story so magnificent. Hero is the best!!!!!!
150. Comments by ky18 [Rating: 10/10]
i like the couple of matsu takako and kimura takuya so much..so i like it...
151. Comments by Danji [Rating: 8/10]
This dorama was fantastic. Great acting. Twists that were decidedly unexpected. Great soundtrack, and enough angst of love and frustration to fill the void of any tragedy show. I very much enjoyed Hero.
152. Comments by MiSsY^cRaCkErZ [Rating: 9/10]
it's funny n i never get bored watching this drama,,
153. Comments by totuta [Rating: 7/10]
nice, but not very impressive.
154. Comments by princessv [Rating: 9/10]
It's quite good - I watched the whole thing at least. It's not one I would watch a second time though, as for some reason I just get bored... I would still recommend it though. <3
155. Comments by addlynna [Rating: 10/10]
best
156. Comments by atreyu112 [Rating: 8/10]
Interesting abt the plot
157. Comments by pinkjelly [Rating: 10/10]
great!!!it's funny and had a little suspense+kimura is sooo hot here!!
158. Comments by keikotl [Rating: 9/10]
A very NICE drama! I got hooked up to it so fast and finished in one day haha I really like Takuya's character of how he's so addicted to commercial merchandise haha
159. Comments by blakmetalik [Rating: 9/10]
An episodic criminal justice show with a quirky, endearing cast of characters - just what I like. The romance is downplayed in this one, but it was nice to see Kimura Takuya and Matsu Takako together again. Recommended.
160. Comments by moonchyld [Rating: 8/10]
quite entertaining
161. Comments by Chokoreto_Gal [Rating: 10/10]
another 'kind' of detective dorama..love kimu taku there...
162. Comments by yon [Rating: 10/10]
Can you keep a secret?
163. Comments by v1olet [Rating: 8/10]
takuya kimura is great. an addicted loyal home shopping customer, how peculiar. interesting drama.
164. Comments by Isa [Rating: 10/10]
One of the best dorama's i've ever seen in my life...
165. Comments by ami_yan [Rating: 8/10]
one of kimutaku best dorama
166. Comments by zoqh [Rating: 9/10]
i really wished the finale would be more romantic though...:)
167. Comments by Cindy_Bramhall [Rating: 10/10]
One of Kimura Takuya's best role's ever. I think he really shows how versitle and articulate he can be.
168. Comments by GIGI [Rating: 7/10]
I had a lot of laughs in this one. Again because of the lame development of the love story, the supporting characters stole the show. It also gave me a view of Japan's legal system. Takuya played the quirky character so cutely. Love the camera work on his face. :-)
169. Comments by viOLet harukO [Rating: 10/10]
herO!! sOme ppL say tHis shOw is boring but i dOn't find it sO...it's very fUnny and interesTinG tO me!! tHe very *bLur* prOsecutOr whO was very smart and sHarp in faCt...takuya tOgether witH takakO reaLLy made this shOw very niCe~*
170. Comments by Boogoo8 [Rating: 8/10]
Very good!
171. Comments by donna8157 [Rating: 7/10]
Kimura Takuya plays Kuryu, a public prosecutor who has just started and Matsu Takako plays Amamiya, a woman who strives to become a public prosecutor also, but at the moment she is assigned to work with Kuryu. The two don't get along very well in the beginning since Amamiya finds it hard to work with his rather outlandish antics, which to her makes no sense. However, later on she discovers that he solves a lot of cases by doing what he does - being meticulous and thinking beyond the situation.

It's a fun series, enjoyable sometimes, but surprisingly I felt that this drama just wasn't for me. I liked the bits of comedy, but I found that the way they approached Kimura Takuya's character was a little far-fetched and unrealistic. The story lacked a lot of continuity and in this case, it kind of bothered me. However, Kimura Takuya still pulls off a winning performance as Kuryu and I would highly recommend this to other Kimura Takuya fans. If nothing else, they will surely enjoy his acting in this one.
172. Comments by youhei_mito [Rating: 8/10]
this is another great drama. though it does not emphasize on romance (i don even think it remotely touches on tat aspect), but the characters were all eccentric yet lovable. :) each case is interesting and kimura was really good in this one, a little different from his usual serious-committed-focused characters.
173. Comments by Aurora [Rating: 10/10]
I found it a bit too serious and uneasy to comprehend at the beginning, well luckily i continued to the end of the drama, if not I would have surely missed an excellent drama. How can a public prosecutor's office be in peace with people like abe hiroshi working there. I like the "Aru yo~" bartender, he always come up with unbelievable stuff at requests of kimutaku.
174. Comments by uglymale [Rating: 7/10]
Mildly funny. Chemistry between KimuTaku and Matsu Takako is still unbeatable.
175. Comments by schon [Rating: 9/10]
kimutaku becomes a P.I.
176. Comments by GreenIce [Rating: 8/10]
Cool plot twists in this detective-type of show, with investigative revelations in every episode, like a whodunnit series. Brilliant acting by Kimura as usual, this time he's the cool, easily-underestimatable credential-less detective stuck in a ridiculously incompetent and political back-stabbing legal department. Intrigueing will they?-wont they? relationship wif Takako. It started off slowly for me, but had a respectable run-in to the ending. Interesting...
177. Comments by TheSirAuron [Rating: 10/10]
saiko
178. Comments by ben_soh23 [Rating: 7/10]
didnt like this show as much as i will like to.... still enjoy watching takuya kimura and matsu takako together..... they r a joy to watch when they bicker...haha... but this show didnt affect me as much as other jap drama although it's pretty funni....
and since he is a persecutor, y didnt they showed the court room scenes?
179. Comments by Ushiroyubi [Rating: 10/10]
Great Drama! I loved the plot in each episode and the minor details illustrated in each case. A lot of fun!
180. Comments by williu [Rating: 9/10]
This was a drama that really surprised me - I was sceptic for the first 10 minutes or so, but after that I was hooked. It's really worth watching!
181. Comments by Hide/Takky [Rating: 8/10]
Ermm... didnt find it as much entertaining as Pride, Good Luck or any other of Kimutaku's drama but it was ok for me and Takako matsu is great in this drama. Btw, I like his 'Sonwriter' t-shirt and his hair....
182. Comments by Keishin [Rating: 8/10]
nice drama
183. Comments by koalabear [Rating: 8/10]
Loved it. Very different from what I expected and I have to admit that I was slightly disappointed by the lack of realised romance between the leads but this was a legal drama and a character piece, not a throbbing romance so in the end, I think I'm fine with that. There are enough suggestions as to what will happen with K & A :)
184. Comments by natzumi [Rating: 5/10]
Not my type of drama. Stopped watching after one episode.
185. Comments by D Ng [Rating: 1/10]
Ms. Matsu Takako is so beautiful ....
186. Comments by Julianlivre [Rating: 9/10]
These 2 again just like in Love Generation, they match perfectly together dosent really matter what roles they got. This drama is highly recomended.
187. Comments by Nermal [Rating: 8/10]
Not a real gem but still nice to watch nevetheless. Kouhei's addiction to tv shopping is kind of nice.. ads a tad of humor. Also Abe Hiroshi's as brilliant as ever. Definetely fun to watch.
188. Comments by yt [Rating: 3/10]
just didn't enjoy this one
189. Comments by icebaby028 [Rating: 6/10]
Not really a drama, more like a series. The only good thing about this was Takuya Kimura. The rest of the cast were annoying and weird.
190. Comments by lovejdorama [Rating: 7/10]
NOTES: Takuya Kimura!Watched 2/13/05. Liked it but not loving it. Vertical News line running down the screen every 2 min,a bit annoying.

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191. Comments by ppx040481 [Rating: 8/10]
really loved Kimura Takuya!!!KAKoii!!good chemistry with takako matsuo@_@
192. Comments by cookielmy [Rating: 10/10]
This show is not too bad~ Matsu Takako and Takuya Kimura is acting in this show again.. ^^ they are really cute.. Takuya Kimura acts very playful..very cute! and the investigation is very interesting...
193. Comments by miriya52 [Rating: 9/10]
One of my favorite jdoramas!
194. Comments by Lil_Naka [Rating: 7/10]
not the greatest but pretty funny
195. Comments by Ghaz890109016039 [Rating: ?/10]
Mmm.. kinda funny drama. It contains a lot of suspenses too. U can't imagine how versatile TK is in this dorama. He can joking and serious in 1 time. Although the plot is of this drama is not very good but i still like it becoz TK made this drama alive!!!
196. Comments by aoi_hana [Rating: 9/10]
Very unusual drama, but I really liked it. It was very different from most of the other dramas that I usually watch.
197. Comments by jindo [Rating: 8/10]
The bar keeper is awesome!!!
198. Comments by murdocknakashima [Rating: 9/10]
well, still watching this one, but almost done. kimura is kinda like a younger hagure kejii (and i know keiji means detective)
199. Comments by enderschaos [Rating: 10/10]
A great romantic comedy drama. Some of the most interesting and amusing side-characters in any Drama.
200. Comments by cgy [Rating: 3/10]
Kimura Takuya's worst drama ever!
every episode is the same crap!
ill give it a 3 for good morals
201. Comments by Yumemiru Hito [Rating: 9/10]
So much fun, I loved the cast and each case. . .only thing is the ending was a little, I'm not sure, just wasn't quite what I was looking for, still, a must watch.
202. Comments by supermidget [Rating: ?/10]
on my "to-watch" list
203. Comments by tiesw [Rating: 9/10]
I wish it'll be more romantically driven.. anyway, great drama with unexpecting twist and determination. Must see.
204. Comments by Lilferret [Rating: 6/10]
A fairly good drama that suffers a common problem. There is a character who is infallible. A character that is too unbelievable in their abilities. This makes the suspension of disbelief really tough to maintain.
205. Comments by koiichef [Rating: 9/10]
Very Very good. Takuya Kimura is very cool and calm. This drama had a lot of story but not a lot of romance factor. But overall it is a still must see.
206. Comments by NaTsUmE_MaYa [Rating: 8/10]
nice..KimuTaku's the best!!
207. Comments by z123_us [Rating: 8/10]
fun fun fun .... very light drama series, so fun to watch and can stop when u like. actually i did not like the looks of matsu takako so much in long vacation but in this one .. she looks real pretty must say.. nice drama. Oh yes!!! the OST theme song is EXCELLENT.. by my choice it is the best theme song for me till now.. "can u keep a secret"
208. Comments by polygonebye [Rating: 10/10]
My favorite drama! Kimura & Matsu are great as is the rest of the cast. Don't miss this one!
209. Comments by Prongs [Rating: 10/10]
Takuya Kimura, you're Hero !!
210. Comments by selphie086 [Rating: 7/10]
I watched it some time back so i can't remember exactly the plot but it was quite enjoyable and something different.