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Anego [アネゴ]

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Title:Anego
アネゴ
Telecast:2005-04-20 to 2005-06-22

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TV Station:NTV
Duration:10 Episodes
1 Special
Viewership:15.7%



Synopsis
Naoko Noda, who works in a trading company, is called “anego” by her younger co-workers. What is “anego”? It means “older sister”, but in this case it is given as a nickname to Naoko because she is like a big sister to the other workers, who depend on her to give them advice about everything.

This drama, based on a popular novel, depicts realistically how Naoko lives her everyday life, including her love life, the problems she faces, and her uneasiness about the future.
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Soundtrack and Theme Songs (1)
1. KISS or KISS [Kitade Nana 北出菜奈]

Actor/Actress Cast (15)
Shinohara Ryoko 篠原涼子Shinohara Ryoko
篠原涼子

Noda Naoko
野田直子 (32)
Akanishi Jin 赤西仁Akanishi Jin
赤西仁

Kurozawa Akihiko
黒沢明彦 (22)
Tomosaka Rie ともさかりえTomosaka Rie
ともさかりえ

Sawaki Eriko
沢木絵理子 (30)
Kato Masaya 加藤雅也Kato Masaya
加藤雅也

Sawaki Soichi
沢木翔一 (39)
Toda Naho 戸田菜穂Toda Naho
戸田菜穂

Katou Hiromi
加藤博美 (31)
Masu Takeshi 升毅Masu Takeshi
升毅

Naoko's Boss
Ichikawa Miwako 市川実和子Ichikawa Miwako
市川実和子

Hasegawa Manami
長谷川真名美 (27)
Yamaguchi Sayaka 山口紗弥加Yamaguchi Sayaka
山口紗弥加

Yaotome Kana
早乙女加奈 (24)
Yuki Saori 由紀さおりYuki Saori
由紀さおり

Naoko's Mother
Otsuka Nene 大塚寧々Otsuka Nene
大塚寧々

Kawada Sachiko
Itaya Yuka 板谷由夏Itaya Yuka
板谷由夏
Banno Maya 坂野真弥Banno Maya
坂野真弥

Sawaki Makato
Mizukawa Asami 水川あさみMizukawa Asami
水川あさみ

Naoko's Roommate
Takahashi Mitsuomi 高橋光臣Takahashi Mitsuomi
高橋光臣
Yajima Kenichi 矢島健一Yajima Kenichi
矢島健一

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Drama Reviews (25)
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1. Enjoyable [Rating: 9/10]
This is the kind of drama that I've been waiting for. It showed many aspects of early 30's women's problem. Ryoko Shinohara has done a great job. A surprising performance by Jin after Gokusen 2. He could act like a real young adult in this drama.
Anyway, this is a heartwarming drama that everyone should watch. Aside good story line you gotta see all the good lines of casting!!
Reviewed by Akakage on 15 August 2005
2. Loved it [Rating: 10/10]
I've always liked these kind of story plots... older woman with a younger man. The story is nice and the characters act awfully well and it's cute.
Reviewed by xhidex33 on 19 August 2005
3. Engaging dorama [Rating: 9/10]
Enjoyed the dorama, it's very funny & thought provoking at the same time, gets you thinking about certain moral issues & you wonder if social norms should change now that we're in the 21st century.

Great performance by the cast, including the supporting actors, very enjoyable show.
Reviewed by momoechan on 8 September 2005
4. great so far! [Rating: 8/10]
i only watched 3 episodes so far! but it looks great! the cast is wonderful! i like Shinohara Ryoko and Akanishi Jin, the story line is nice and i can relate to the story, since im a single, working woman. i wish someone will sub the rest of the episodes in English!
Reviewed by kawaii_kinki on 30 September 2005
5. Very interesting [Rating: 9/10]
I've only seen 3 eps so far as well, because my Japanese isn't good enough to watch a dorama without English subs ^^U, and I've enjoyed the three of them very much.

This dorama focus quite well in the life of a single middle-aged working woman, and I must confess the main two characters are just lovely. The role of Noda Naoko is impressively taken by Shinohara Ryoko, she clearly shows what a good actrice she is. And as for Akanishi Jin, I didn't expect him to be so good! He's not only handsome and charming, he has also acting abilities! I couldn't help but to fall in love with him, ever since the supermarket scene in the 2nd ep (don't worry, I'm not going to make a spoiler), 'coz he didn't show off much in the first one.

It looks worth it, want to see more though :P
Reviewed by Miyoubi on 3 October 2005
6. sugoi ne [Rating: 9/10]
anego..!! at first, i was hesitated to buy this dorama, no specific reason, it's just that i am not that much of a -young guy-older woman- relationship kind of person... well now that most japanese doramas seem to be head over heels with that idea, i have learnt to accept it..., a little.
Anyhow, on with the dorama..., cant believe that this one is indeed very enjoyable to watch. 32 then, now 33 yrs old lady, loveless, marriedless, relationshipless, one couldnt ask for a more insecure position other than that of Noda Naoko. She is frantic, in need to be saved before her chance's up. Dying to find happiness thru a blissfull marriage, she dragged herself from one relationship to another, only to find that are too many to be altered for the sake of what so called 'happiness'. what an ambitious word a hapiness is.
Then, of corse, there is this young attractive guy, so simple, uncomplicated, kurosawa akihiko, who attracted to her but wasn't sure whether he wanted her as a keep. understandable, since he is only 22 yrs old. Have to admit the chemistry between the two. they thought us that love, and furthermore marriage, isnt all about being properly in love, properly happy, properly accepted.
I still laugh in Naoko's mom comment on their age gap, in which i found very sincere, "dont worry when he is 72 and you (naoko) would be 83, and woman lives longer than man". yes, afterall, what the heck..., who needs to be bound by age in this game anyway...
love it!!
Reviewed by shu sha on 20 October 2005
7. Pretty Good [Rating: 8/10]
I've haven't really finished watching this series (i've only seen 6 episodes) but it's actually a pretty good series. It's kind of the same (in a way) as Kimi Wa Petto. For Anego the cast was pretty good. Jin's so cute in this dorama ^.^
Reviewed by angy-chan on 6 November 2005
8. stupid ending [Rating: 5/10]
the ending is so damn disappointing... have watched the 2-hour special... stupid ending too
Reviewed by yvonnescence88 on 9 January 2006
9. Hilarious! Fast-paced! [Rating: 9/10]
Hilarious! Cute! When the main cast is together, the audience gets to read the wacky thoughts that go through their mind and it's really funny. Pace is fast so it's gd for impatient audience. Plot is a true portrayal of a Japanese woman's dilema and obstacles about getting married when she's reached her 30s. The only drawback is the lead actor's stone acting and some very typical unbelievable "dorama" scenes. Hmm... I think nore situable for older women audience (than younger audience) who shares same sentiments as the lead actress...
Reviewed by aki_07 on 5 March 2006
10. sugoii ne!! [Rating: 10/10]
i really like this show because it really relates to reality and what women in japan faces when they are 20 years old and above...
it's funny too and akanishi is soooo cute!
Reviewed by JAP FREAK on 17 March 2006
11. A nice romantic teaser [Rating: 7/10]
Shinohara Ryoko carried through the show starring as the titular Anego. The cast certainly came together very convincingly and the light plotlines were rather enjoyable. Overall, a pleasant drama to watch but the series does get a bit slow at times. As for the special, i thought it was a rather neat way of ending off a series :)
Reviewed by Shindou on 18 March 2006
12. Shinohara vs. Akanishi: A Pitch with Age [Rating: 9/10]
They actually made quite a powerful duo. I laughed at so many scenes and enjoyed witnessing how far their relationship went. This is a perfect drama not only for the fans of Akanishi and Shinohara, but for anyone that enjoys an uncommon love story connection.

The love between a younger man and older woman are never the strongest, but the relationship that develops as friends is always a long and ever so enjoyable event to witness. Watch all of this and you will reflect upon them with your own experiences possibly. The SPECIAL should also be watched for purpose of more of this powerful chemistry between Shinohara and Akanishi!!!
Reviewed by Kirari Ililah on 14 April 2006
13. cute and funny, BUT... [Rating: 6/10]
ute, funny.... but there were things i really didn't like that brought my rating down from a 7-8 (what i give to decent/good dramas). first off it just caused more emotional stress and let-downs than i think was needed, and they really made the ideas of one-night stands and extra-marital affairs seem too acceptable. and while that might be the reality (i don't know), it still seemed like it was perfectly ok for someone to cheat on their spouse!! T_T
Reviewed by megumi s. on 2 May 2006
14. Quite Disappointing [Rating: 4/10]
IT had great potential, i thought after that second episode where Kurosawa-kun kissed Anego the stroy would really take off! But sadly it didnt, it was actually quite boring. I actually fast forwarded to the end just to see if she wound up with Kurosawa. What the hell kinda ending was that? Him running looking for power to send her an EMAIL?! wha??? Not exactly what i had in mind.....Kudos to Jin though he was very hot.
Reviewed by k4g0me on 18 May 2006
15. Once an anego, forever an anego [Rating: 7/10]
There is a point in a woman's life when she thinks her life sucks.
In Naoko's case, she has this wonderful plan that she would get hitched and quit her job to become a full-time housewife by the time she hits 30. That hasn't happened and she is already 32. And what is sadder? Everyone is calling her "anego," the neon sign that she is OLD, pass her prime, and thus, she is becoming a "furniture." She is no longer that fresh face ppl chase after. Instead, she is a piece of old furniture ppl rely on. Yet, she's not ready to resign to that crappy life. In her desparation, she hooks up with men who sooth her ego. Unfortunely, they are the wrong kind of men for her. In the end, she gets burned and learns that marriage isn't everything. And, her life doesn't suck THAT much.
Reviewed by kumaxell on 7 June 2006
16. It's Nice [Rating: 8/10]
At first, I just find one word: WEIRD
And second word: BORED
But the third: GREAT
Haha,, I just want to see Akanishi Jin, you know?
It's not gakuen dorama so I think I maybe change into housewives or some kind of that but it's exciting to wait the next episode and see the end: how about a woman of 32/33 years old live, with man around him, scandal, etc..
It's nice.
Reviewed by erlia91 on 21 November 2006
17. Not bad [Rating: 7/10]
This drama was engaging from the beginning but I didn't buy the attempted love storylines. Kurozawa and Noda hooking up didn't work, since Kurozawa wasn't compatible with Noda. The overall cast was good. Toda Naho is a beautiful actress who hasn't been seen in dramas enough. Tomosaka Rie is also a fav of mine, but I didn't like the character she played here. Yamaguchi Sayaka wasnt used well since she's very pretty and could have had a better role.

The ageism thing is a little old. Too often women over 30 get flak if they aren't married in Japan. Anego sends mixed messages about this regarding marriage and happiness, or being single and happy.
Reviewed by bba1 on 10 February 2007
18. sometimes chiotto tsumaranai... but still great [Rating: 8/10]
SPOILER:
I like the ending... It´s funny and its happy end. A sentimental one wouldn´t suit this kind of dorama...
And I really like their thoughts in columns near them. :)
Reviewed by janas on 11 March 2007
19. Must Watch [Rating: 10/10]
Much more enjoyable than Sapuri or Kimi Wa Petto. Life of a 32yo unmarried woman revolving around work and colleagues portrayed realistically with interesting script and funny thoughts going on in their minds. Reminds a little of Ally McBeal with workplace politics in the Japanese society. Btw, aint it nice to have a young hot man drooling over the ordinary looking you instead of younger prettier colleagues? Jin's adorable but Ryoko wins with great performance of her anego character. Don't forget to watch Anego Special to wrap things up with a better ending.
Reviewed by joykimlee on 21 March 2007
20. oWrayTt [Rating: 9/10]
at first .. comments lng ang nbbasa q bout dis drama .. some says it's the worst drama they've been watched.. but after i watched it .. sabi ko .. tanga nmn ng nag comment na un " di ata naintindihan ung story" hehe .. i like d story so much! xe usually na napapanood ko ung boy ang mas mtanda sa girl .. pero d2 .. girl ung mas matanda .. maganda to pwamiz! and ang gagaling din ng mga actors and actress esp. jinjin .. from a student in gokusen 2 .. he turned to more matured or let say nakaya nya ang rule ng adult .. hehe ..
Reviewed by jmie_akanishi on 18 April 2007
21. Awesome drama thanks to Ryoko [Rating: 8/10]
Anego was a fun drama to watch. I was really able to connect with Shinohara Ryoko’s character, possibly because I feel like I’m in her shoes. The supporting cast was brilliant, especially Tomosaka Rie and Toda Naho. Both were so convincing that I’m almost afraid to watch another of their dramas for fear that the characters will be lost on me. The one thorn in my side was Akanishi Jin. I understand the casting director wanted someone young in appearance and in age, handsome and lovable… but I would have thought “good actor” would also be a quality they would be looking for. Jin’s portrayal of Kurozawa was bland and tasteless. I’m sure the bangs covering the eyes were intentional to hide the fact that he held absolutely no emotion throughout the entire drama. He did seem to improve near the end but he was still painful to watch. Luckily Shinohara Ryoko, who absolutely blew me away, carried his performance. This was my first exposure to her and I’ve become an instant fan. She’s one of the most charismatic actresses I have ever come across! She and Jin had absolutely no chemistry, but she was still completely believable and her outstanding talent helped me to somewhat forgive Jin’s lack of it.

The plot was good, and I particularly enjoyed the story involving Eriko and Sawaki-san. There were a lot of inconsistencies, like Naoko’s sudden proposal to Kurozawa without a proper “building up”, but it was still an enjoyable drama and I had a great time watching it.

I watched the Special as well, since the drama is left open-ended, but 3/4 of it was pure flashback. It was tiring to watch and I ended up forwarding most of it because I’d just seen all the scenes while watching the drama. The last 15 minutes are all you need to watch. I liked how the end was again open-ended, but I was disappointed that there was no resolve. And I’m not talking resolve through marriage or whatever. I’m talking about consistency with the theme. Throughout the entire drama Naoko is struggling to find happiness simply with who she is, and this secures the reasoning behind why she ended up quitting her job and leaving her “old life” behind. However, at the end of the special, she appeared desperate and pathetic while trying to find out what the future holds for her. This completely erased any sense of growth she had experienced by the end of the drama. So, although I enjoyed the drama, I found the Special disappointing.
Reviewed by Wynter on 16 July 2007
22. havent found anything that beat it yet!! [Rating: 10/10]
one of the best dramas i have ever watched!!! the plot, the setting, and the cast is all AMAZING!!! all the characters are developed really well, and there is nothing that happens which seemed out of character (one of the things that bothers me most... they try to make the dramas too dramatic these days...), not to mention that the storyline was fun and interesting!! and dont forget about jin's character, kurosawa akihiko... just one word for him... HOT!!!
Reviewed by swai on 28 July 2007
23. Shinohara Ryoko n Kato Masaya???? [Rating: 8/10]
The story was focus on woman in their 30, how she can survived all of the trouble from being single, desperate to be married and having child by her own, temptation of an affair from a handsome (her soulmate ???) married guy, romance with much younger guy (always interesting). I believe that the story becomes interesting and funny because shinohara ryoko but indeed masaya kato also a heart-sweet throb (he always is). Believe it or not I like this drama even though I don't feel agree with the problems that surfaced in the drama but after all may be it really happen in real life. Anyway I prefer Ryoko end with Kato, that would be a perfect ending to me. It's funny though.
Reviewed by rinarina on 4 August 2007
24. Forgettable [Rating: 5/10]
A young man who falls for an older woman has been a trend in jdorama. Anego, however, doesn't give the viewers the expected apetite for this kind of story.

The main character, the "anego", is supposed to be a 30-something yuppie, who hardly appeals to single men, but "anego" is not a bit unattractive. She's way hotter than her skinny, ultra beauty-conscious, flat-chested lil' sisters in their office. With her effortlessly sexy appeal, she could actually play Sharon Stone's role in an asian version of Basic Instinct. She's even voluptuously sexier with her messy hair.

What makes the drama forgettable is the poor editing. It attempts to project that the main character is supposed to be struggling with her becoming a potential wife, but there were no consistent incidents of her supposed to be unappealing aura. She has in fact caught the eyes of a very young officemate and a married executive, with whom she later had an illicit affair. The show also projects that genuine love had blossomed between "anego" and the married man, but it was never established that the two really fell for each other.

Undeniably, Ryoko could act (especially as a beer drinker). Jin, the other popular Kat-tun, however fell short of portraying the role of a young man who has gone madly in love with an anego. Akihiko bravely took the assignment in the far-flung part of Mongolia just to establish himself as a man strong and dependable enough for his anego. Still, Jin's eyes failed to show the supposed sincere feelings of Akihiko towards anego. Jin may look less ugly than Kame; sorry I can't help but say that Jin pales in comparison to Kame when it comes to acting.
Reviewed by Miming chan on 7 May 2008
25. anego [Rating: 10/10]
i <3 this drama!!!!
jin is sooo sweet... i wish i was anego!!!

I'M GLAD THAT I WATCHED THIS DRAMA!!!
Reviewed by dylnni_ on 16 July 2008

Comments From Users (213)
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1. Comments by Angry Machines [Rating: 6/10]
Top cast. Used idea about love between co-workers with age gap. I don't know if its the fad right now in Jpop culture, but I think its been overused already. This show has its good moments, watch till the end.
2. Comments by Prongs [Rating: 9/10]
One of the best drama of 2005
3. Comments by miriya52 [Rating: 8/10]
The drama is pretty funny and entertaining. Shinohara Ryoko is a beautiful and talented actress.
4. Comments by emiko [Rating: ?/10]
Currently on episode 3, and so far I like it.. Ryoko Shinohara's Anego is very fun to watch for he he he
5. Comments by mallepa [Rating: 10/10]
Very enjoyable. And Jin is hot :D Ryoko is a very good actress too~
6. Comments by enen_shun [Rating: 7/10]
the storyline's a little weak .. but overall enjoyed watching it ... (especially watching Jin in it .. hahaz)
7. Comments by cheery [Rating: 7/10]
I watched it because of akanishi so I find that he did quite well in this show. But the story line is definetly a bit weak...
8. Comments by Kat-Tun [Rating: 10/10]
I thought Jin acted really well in this one too.
9. Comments by atheon [Rating: 8/10]
July 2005: Shinohara Ryoko san has done it again, she won best actress again woohoo~ There r times when Naoko made bad mistakes, however she will still remain as our Anego, the storyline maybe not that surprising, but still a fun drama about women in their 30s.
10. Comments by IniQx [Rating: 8/10]
What happens when you are over 30 years old & unmarried? Moreover, not attached & stucked in a working world of the men. This drama truly reflects the status of women in the society of Japan. A woman's happiness is to quit her job, get married & stay at home for good. Anego - Japanese for big sister. That's what 32 year old Naoko-san is known as among her peers. She's like a big sister to all in the company, providing her fellow colleagues a shoulder to cry on & a person to pour your woes to. So who does she turn to when she has troubles? Another excellent performance by Shinohara Ryoko. She brought out the exasperation of a 32-year-old single woman seeing her fellow comrades get married after one another. Dislike the plot where they made Ryoko fall in love with a junior colleague who's 11 years younger than her. Too over done. Like the idea of having Naoko-san "talking" to the audience at the start of each episode. Especially like the scene where all the female workers sent Naoko-san off on her last day of work. Girl power rules!
11. Comments by yamada_taro [Rating: 10/10]
Although I have yet to fully understand everything, this has been entertaining. I loved the chemistry between Shinohara and Akanishi. The storyline was very enjoyable, some funny parts here and there, I was not disappointed by the open-ended conclusion.
12. Comments by rikastar [Rating: 9/10]
I can go on and on about Jin as Kurosawa but I won't. XD He's the main reason I started watching this, but after this dorama, I fell in love with Shinohara Ryoko too <3 She's really awesome, as is the character of Anego. With flaws, but yet so perfect at the same time. I love the interactions between Naoko and Kurosawa, they really liven up each episode. It's sad to see the status of women employees in Japanese companies though... it's probably good that I'm not working there.
13. Comments by ainangst [Rating: 9/10]
will never forget Anego+Kurusawa-kun. Ryoko is brilliant & Jin is surprisingly great! talented lah this boy
14. Comments by nienna [Rating: 9/10]
UWA! Jin is so good looking!! so innocent n so very different from Gokusen 2. Ganbatte!
15. Comments by harshaz [Rating: 10/10]
ahhhhhhh .... i wanna b ANEGO .. ha ha, i'm dreaming rite now .. ha ha ..
it's really a good story, mayb becos i felt like anego ..
16. Comments by Aunty Coco [Rating: 9/10]
Was strongly reco by 2 japanese gals in the shop... Thanks gals... It was money well spent... Great acting by Ryoko & Jin...
17. Comments by ct_subang [Rating: 7/10]
ive always loved Ryoko's acting..but the pairingwith tht dude..theres just no chemistry...
18. Comments by icpmat [Rating: 5/10]
I was very impressed when I first watched it when it aired, but I don't think this is a rewatchable drama for me. The only novelty upon repeated viewing is the use of type-face to indicate the thoughts of individual characters. The setup of the lead is just so unconvincing! She isn't a career woman at all!! Her job consisted of running errands and making teas, basically a secretary of some sort. The only thing that distinguish her from the other female characters is that she's been there the longest. The title should really read "the love life of an office tea lady in her 30's".

I have seen Shinohara Ryoko in many dramas, and I noticed that her face seems to be getting bigger and wider in recent years. Her face is really big!
19. Comments by tk_iva [Rating: 9/10]
great show.... Jin acting was so convincing
20. Comments by sahabat9 [Rating: 8/10]
i love this drama.... attracted to Noda Naoko's character... and jin was sooo cool in this dorama...hihihi
21. Comments by Tiffany [Rating: 9/10]
LOVED this dorama! Shinohara Ryoko plays a wonderful anego~ There's plenty of drama, suspense, love, awkwardness, etc. The casting was brilliant, and you get so into it that the ending proves frustrating.
22. Comments by nagaioyasumi [Rating: 9/10]
Wonderfully brilliant! May Shinohara live long and produce more great dramas!
23. Comments by princess [Rating: 8/10]
Jin improved alot in here compared to Gokusen 2.
He is the sweetest thing ever in this drama.
I found it particularly funny when Jin was cluthcing to his heart because he has a heart ache after finding out about Anego and the other guy - but Anego thought he was sick or sth. LMAO.
24. Comments by cass_dust [Rating: 9/10]
This is one of the most enjoyable show for the season! Especially interesting to see ryoko desperate for love and marriage, coupled with some funny scenes that she got the wrong 'hints' etc.

I thought that towards the later part of the show, things start to get a bit heavy, and part of it rather sad.

Overall, she performed an outstanding act in the show! Cheers for her!!

I just LoVe Akanishi!!! He's sooo cool, handsome and really acted well in the show.. There is a lot of chemistry between both of them and really made me couldn't resist continuing this show and finished it within 2 days... rather romantic but typical plot between the love of an older woman and younger man, and they have done well to make this show a success.

An Oh, credit goes also to the supporting actors and actresses, espeicall Sawaki, she's just great!!
25. Comments by donna8157 [Rating: 8/10]
A modern day tale about a woman, nicknamed Anego (big sister), and her love story at the age of 30 with a young man who is ten years younger than her. It's cutesy tale with touches of comedy about the daily thoughts and duties of a working OL who is still looking for that special someone.

Shinohara Ryoko did a wonderful job portraying Noda Naoko, the lonely woman who has not yet found her love, but is helping all the other women in their love lives. Her train of thought and actions were all very enjoyable to watch. The chemistry that she had with Akinishi Jin was surprisingly good and at times very cute (more like friends). I would recommend this drama to anyone who would want to enjoy a nice romantic comedy with a lot of good-looking faces.
26. Comments by ashley [Rating: 7/10]
I watched this drama and find myself wanting very much to know how it ended. A little let down by the ending but nonetheless a great drama which u find yourself relating to the lead actress. Some very touching moments in the show and also hilarious esp when they type out the characters' inner thoughts...a must see.
27. Comments by romi510 [Rating: 10/10]
I did not know what the hype was about until I started watching it. And I could not stop!! Really great performance from cast. Akanishi impressed me with his solid performance. Highly recommended.
28. Comments by Kawaii Kinomoto [Rating: 10/10]
really great show with lots of twists and turns!! great cast and great plot!!
29. Comments by maemo [Rating: 9/10]
funny and cute. and im not juss talking about Akanishi here *wink* But no, seriously, Shinohara Ryoko is great in this.
30. Comments by kinkitsuyo [Rating: 8/10]
Jin is so cute!
31. Comments by haruhii [Rating: 9/10]
jin!!!! he was pretty good in this. ^_^
32. Comments by teru_teru_bouzu [Rating: 10/10]
This was a great drama... I watched it of course for Jin... but all the other casts were great actors.... Shinohara Ryoko is great as Naoko... It's really worth a watch.. Loved how they ended with the open end storyline and to allow the viewer to think of their own ending... Not sure how closely it followed the book because I'm still on the 2nd chapter....haha
33. Comments by AngelXing [Rating: 9/10]
Akanishi Jin really pulled off being Akihiko well. Loved seeing him in an office suit. Loved the story line although its basically the usual stuff. But Shinohara really protrays the older woman well....
34. Comments by Tu_triky [Rating: 6/10]
Superbly acted by lead actress Ryoko Shinohara...she has great comic talent balanced with the ability to elicit dramatic tension quite well. Although this dorama falls into the overdone "Older woman-younger man" genre of romantic doramas currently being aired on Japanese televison, it does offer an entertaining insight into the life of a working woman looking for love. Acting by Jin didn't quite cut it....very little chemistry between he and Ryoko kind of diminishes the effort as a whole. Might be worth the effort to watch it but depends on one's personal preferences for dorama. Again, Ryoko Shinohara is the star although the supporting elements did add substance to the performance as well.
35. Comments by Di@na [Rating: 6/10]
The story is like "Kimi wa petto"..a 30 year old hardworking woman and a young handsome guy who felt in love with her..maybe they thought this drama will be as popular as Kimi wa petto..However, I didn't find it as good or interesting..but Jin looked very attractiv there ^^ and KISS or KISS is a good song.
36. Comments by watari [Rating: 9/10]
I really like the plot of the drama..except the part towards the end. Anego should be with kurosawa kun..
37. Comments by twentytrees [Rating: 9/10]
shows many aspects of the society.
very interesting and heartwarming.
funny at some parts.. *however some parts are a little boring, just a little*
38. Comments by sawadasmile [Rating: 8/10]
what can i say? jin in a suit... mmm.
39. Comments by Kirari Ililah [Rating: 9/10]
Loved it, Akanishi is pretty good at his job, but Shinohara is always going to be the best! This is a lovely comdedy/love drama and it places the question of "is a younger man better than an older one?" haha
40. Comments by joychin [Rating: 9/10]
Really nice drama but the ending was rather disappointing... >< .Oh well,i love the cast .Shinohara Ryoko is a REALLY good actress but i wonder why she still isn't that popular even after acting in so many dramas.. .Jin is pretty good for a new comer
41. Comments by mariaclara [Rating: 7/10]
Jin is adorable in this. Fast forwarded many parts though cause it got quite boring.
42. Comments by angy-chan [Rating: 9/10]
it's a pretty good dorama
43. Comments by natzumi [Rating: 8/10]
Watched this one because of Jin. Overall, I really liked it and looked forward to see each and every episode. Hope to Jin doing more dramas.
44. Comments by xhidex33 [Rating: 8/10]
Cute. I like the pairing and all.
45. Comments by zealous [Rating: 9/10]
love the story... love the character... love all about the dorama... gosh... the chemistry between Shinohara Ryoko and Akanishi Jin is pretty good. Just like Kimi Wa Petto but more interesting then that dorama. more enjoyable. Ryoko such an attractive woman eventhou she's 32 and Jin is cute.....
46. Comments by norani [Rating: 10/10]
Jin Akanishi -- Also in Gokusen 2 as Hayato Yabuki . Superb actor in all the dramas he is in. Not to mention his handsomeness, charisma, and his beguiling and star-lit smile.
47. Comments by Aisling [Rating: 8/10]
It has Akanishi Jin and that`s why I wanted to see this, it`s not bad but but not my type of jdorama exactly, the main point for me is see Jin in a different role from gokusen, silly I know, what can I do? I like the guy ^_^
48. Comments by Hayato [Rating: 9/10]
simple love story.. but it's worth watching
49. Comments by usagi_on_the_moon [Rating: 6/10]
Great performance by Shinohara Ryoko.
Only weak link was Jin. His acting didn't quite make the cut for the chemistry that was "supposed" to be displayed. However, it offered a great picture of what life was like for people like Anego in Japan-minus the younger co-worker twist.
50. Comments by tInoltin [Rating: 9/10]
Hahahahaa.. Baka jin!
51. Comments by cwenting [Rating: 7/10]
The female lead acts very well~
52. Comments by natni [Rating: 7/10]
finished....so so drama....just a simple one....quite enjoyable.....
53. Comments by syu77 [Rating: 9/10]
Not too bad...love the story very much...akanishi is so cute!!
54. Comments by Anego [Rating: 9/10]
Really funny drama, light-hearted romance of a 32yr old OL and all the troubles that come with it :D
55. Comments by jica [Rating: 7/10]
Actually, I haven't watch all the episodes yet, because I only have subs to the 6th ep. It's a nice story, sometimes I get annoyed with the main female, why is she so mean to Jin (don't remember his name in this drama). And I think it's unrealistic that they would be together in the end, cause their lifestyle and thinkings are way to far from each other... think that has to do with the age gap....
56. Comments by lilbabi1004 [Rating: 7/10]
**edit: it took 7 episodes to spit out the stupid plot...but now it's good**Goodness~ very disappointed. There is neither plot NOR character development, and the prepostrous ep. endings are a futile attempt to keep people wanting to watch the next episode. I mean (although jin is cute), the relationship with "anego" is squeezed in at the last few minutes (i mean, kissing and sleeping after only a month of knowing eachother <sorry but there was a spoiler warning on top already>..and she doesn't even SLAP him or something?) *sigh*. I am draggin myself to finish this drama. it's episode 7 and i'm still hoping it'll get better. >_< (that wife is so annoying!) I'll watch it for jin...I'll watch it for jin...(end rant)
57. Comments by Shindou [Rating: 7/10]
A rather enjoyable romantic teaser centred around Anego, well acted out by Shinohara Ryoko. While the plot was mostly predictable, there were a couple of interesting surprises. Overall, with its rather light plotlines, this dorama certainly was quite a bit of fun to watch including the special.
58. Comments by x_XJules [Rating: 6/10]
it started out pretty funny... i'm not quite sure what happened. LoL, i'm not sure if the eye candy is even worth this one.
59. Comments by waffer [Rating: ?/10]
Still Watching. Really hilarious series, it is similar to kimi wa petto. A really good series and I love the main theme song!!!
60. Comments by butterLiLy [Rating: 7/10]
An entertaining drama plus there's Baka Jin to complement this. And, the plot is pretty shoujo manga-ish, except maybe the ending.....
61. Comments by shikka [Rating: 10/10]
akanishi was diffrent in this .....definitely worth watching!!!
non-age limit..i think....to watch this drama....
fro those who havent watch ...GO WATCH it!!!!
the story line is interesting....good job from lead actor n actress...
but the ending was a bit weird.....
not like what i had expected........
but is still a good drama overall....
62. Comments by littlemissfab [Rating: 5/10]
Pretty average. I watched because of Akanishi Jin, not Shinohara Ryoko
63. Comments by moonchyld [Rating: 8/10]
quite entertaining! esp the scenes of ryoko & akanishi jin~ i love their chemistry.. it's just so fun to watch bickering lovers (reminiscent of kimutaku's pairings :P)!
64. Comments by v1olet [Rating: 10/10]
A heartwarming story of lovely, single woman in her 30's, available 24 h to be the shoulder to cry on, a friend for all seasons, always be there to help and advise, though she's facing huge problems. Great performance of Ryoko Shinohara and friends. Worth to watch.
65. Comments by wakitinha [Rating: 8/10]
so cool....
66. Comments by atleast13 [Rating: ?/10]
i finished this even without subtitles. i loved ryoko's character and how she portrayed it. i's so natural. and jin... well, jin's just an eye candy. what can i say. i need to see more of him so i can appreciate him more.
67. Comments by mmyy [Rating: 8/10]
Not bad at all. The show really grows on me, although after finishing this, I can't help but wonder what was I doing watching this? Frankly I just don't see the point of this series even if I did quite enjoy it. I guess the story isn't that impressionable even if it's fun in a way.
68. Comments by minitotoro [Rating: 9/10]
an awsome drama
69. Comments by KameShun2o9 [Rating: 10/10]
I absolutely love this drama simply because of it's style. The whole buisness type enviroment and professional look- I think it was definitely my type of drama. Jin is like sooo cute in this and Shinohara Ryoko has turned into my favorite actress.
70. Comments by Paine_kun [Rating: 8/10]
I like it a lot !
It's a funny show TV about a 32 years old "business-woman". Jin is cute; I wanted to see how he acted and I have to admit that he's pretty good.
71. Comments by Zaki-kun [Rating: 7/10]
ok...
72. Comments by Q-chan [Rating: 9/10]
Very funny... Love Jin Akanishi!!!
73. Comments by ffrostte [Rating: 8/10]
Nice story and Ryoko was so good in it. Reminds me a little bit of Bridget Jones...
74. Comments by aki_07 [Rating: 9/10]
Funny! To know the thoughts that went thru the lead cast's mind made me laugh like mad. It also truly refelcted the dilema of reaching the marriageable age and facing obstacles one after another.
75. Comments by megumi s. [Rating: 6/10]
cute, funny.... but there were things i really didn't like that brought my rating down from a 7-8 (what i give to decent/good dramas). first off it just caused more emotional stress and let-downs than i think was needed, and they really made the ideas of one-night stands and extra-marital affairs seem too acceptable. and while that might be the reality (i don't know), it still seemed like it was perfectly ok for someone to cheat on their spouse!! T_T
76. Comments by Kazanko [Rating: ?/10]
Somehow really funny show about an OL's life
77. Comments by JAP FREAK [Rating: 10/10]
dai suki desu!
78. Comments by Yue [Rating: 7/10]
It's an interesting perpective of life in the office and pretty much a glimpse of how woman been pressured on getting married in mid-30 age. Not much of a comedy value except for the soft sub, has funny commentaries!
79. Comments by Orion [Rating: 7/10]
no comment......
80. Comments by yamete_evie [Rating: 7/10]
Noda Naoko is beautiful to watch but I found her character vague and indecisive. Jin is adorable as a nervous new recruit who falls for Noda. It's not a brilliant drama but it's worth watching. People will complain that the ending is a letdown, though.
81. Comments by ginger ale [Rating: 10/10]
I love it. The humor, the true to life plot and the chemistry between Ryoko as Naoko and Jin Akanishi as Kurosawa-kun, the hottest salaryman ever. I must admit I watched this drama for the joy of watching Akanishi-kun. With the end of each episode, I couldn't wait to start the next. Do older women younger men relationships really last in real life, I wonder? But its fun while it lasts. I also like the open ended finale, it allows the viewers to come out with endless possibilities of how the couple finally ends up together.
82. Comments by aznpride26 [Rating: 10/10]
LOVE IT!
83. Comments by soupychan [Rating: 7/10]
Flawed, but enjoyable. Shinohara Ryoko did a great job! Even Akanishi pulled his own weight with acting, for once.
84. Comments by KokiChan [Rating: 10/10]
This drama is so great and so frustrating at the same time ^^' I can't stand the annoying wife and her dumb husband. Poor Kurosawa-kun, he goes through a lot! Akanishi Jin really threw me off my chair... he is so cute, handsome, sweet and touching! I'm really impressed with his acting skills... the only things that bothered me a little were the sterile kisses (shy japanese people... I know!) and the "snake thing" that Akanishi does sometimes when he talks, ex: "Itekimassssssssssss" ^^'
85. Comments by hiei1999 [Rating: 9/10]
really like this series but the ending feels soo unfinished....but i saw a special that helps finish it
86. Comments by Mali [Rating: 8/10]
Nice
87. Comments by snapplecap900 [Rating: 9/10]
funny and somewhat scary (not like horror). really romance
88. Comments by lovejdorama [Rating: ?/10]
2-dvd English Sub. Avail for trade.
http://www.geocities.com/reddashay/jdorama.html
89. Comments by glyq [Rating: 5/10]
ok not realli my type... its relaxing.. and at times funi but just dnt realli like the storyline
90. Comments by GIGI [Rating: ?/10]
I thought Jin is who I like in Kat-Tun and this dorama confirms it. He's cute! I love the unspoken words between them. I just wished the special was given more romantic treatment.
91. Comments by alchocoholic [Rating: ?/10]
~Wishlist~
92. Comments by chibiandor [Rating: 8/10]
I love this drama! Nao-chan is a great character!!!!
93. Comments by Lil Kt [Rating: 10/10]
ANEGO!!! I LOVE this drama =D it has lots of qualities I normally find annoying, but here it blends in nicely and only makes the story a lot more addicting and entertaining ^-^ one of the best drama's I have ever seen~
94. Comments by jdoramafreaks [Rating: 8/10]
爆笑しちゃったよ!これ。ちょっとむかつく部分があったけど、結構お気に入りドラマだわ〜。
95. Comments by haein0326 [Rating: 8/10]
Female officers can easily emphathize with the role of Shinohara Ryoko!! Though I don't like Jin, he seemed cute in this drama.
96. Comments by Rory [Rating: 8/10]
Good drama! I liked it very much, and no.. not because Jin got to wear a suit here.. (well okay maybe I'm biased) but the drama was really entertaining. I love Ryoko's acting and while Jin is not the most brilliant of actors but trust me you won't get bored of seeing him in this one.
97. Comments by oreorulez_12 [Rating: 9/10]
Akanishi was so very cute in this...different from his role in Gokusen, but a cute different.
98. Comments by Hemilya [Rating: 10/10]
I never knew those series would attract me so much. I somehow understand the worries and thought of main heroine, even though we are 12 years apart - I'm still 21 ) The whole story is great, and I even came to like Jin a little ))
99. Comments by kumaxell [Rating: 7/10]
The side dialogs had me ROF LOL.
100. Comments by octane [Rating: 8/10]
relaxing drama to watch.....
not much deep meaning to it, but not those stupid funny kind
101. Comments by hero too good! [Rating: 10/10]
this drama is sooooooo good!
OMG!just the last part was dissapointing...
well i loved loved loved akanishi jin, he was so ***!the best drama in 2005!every one, if u dont watch this, ur goin to miss ur life!also if ur a akanishi jin fan(like me), u'll totally LOVE him!
he is so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so shockingly HOT~!
102. Comments by sweet_tapioca [Rating: 7/10]
The drama was really interesting in the beginning, then it got a little weird. I think it's just me, I think i have problem with this type of relationship.
103. Comments by onigiriman [Rating: 8/10]
Shinohara Ryoko... enough said.
104. Comments by Kendesu [Rating: 9/10]
good drama
105. Comments by stuffed.with.fluff [Rating: 9/10]
Hilarious! The one time I actually like Akanishi.
106. Comments by Akitsuki-kun [Rating: 8/10]
Good Series, but what was with the End?-_-
107. Comments by jindo [Rating: 10/10]
Ryoko-san is just awesome!!!
108. Comments by Luthiel no Edge [Rating: ?/10]
Waiting to watch the whole drama.
109. Comments by ume [Rating: 8/10]
I don't like the anego acting woman a whole lot. Jin is good eye-candy. The story is kind of predictable, but funny and amusing in its own way. Good light entertainment.
110. Comments by idetakun [Rating: 9/10]
I LUV IT!!!!!!
Anego saiko!! Ototo kawaii
111. Comments by Ralbol [Rating: 6/10]
Avec deux derniers episodes differents, ce drama aurait pu etre bien. Mais la non.
Attention, c'est pas desagreable a regarder hein, mais c'est pas non plus genial.
112. Comments by tabana [Rating: 7/10]
A bit like Kimi wa Petto. Not bad, but Jin sucks. He started to get the hang of it around episode 8, but I still thinks he's not a good actor.
113. Comments by addicted2tackey [Rating: ?/10]
watching... currently on ep4
114. Comments by Tokibaka [Rating: 2/10]
This never really gave me a happy feeling. For me it semmed like on eof those shows you just watch cause it's nothing else to watch. maybe not even then.
115. Comments by MrNiceGuy [Rating: 9/10]
This movie is fun and get more exciting if you keep watching. I may understand everyday life of Japanese working women realistically, what they are really thinking, the problems they face, and how they do their best to survive in this world. Great movie!
116. Comments by Akame [Rating: 8/10]
I very llike this drama *___* x3
117. Comments by sukichan [Rating: 8/10]
aahh anego <3 Shinohara Ryoko's acting is so enjoyable to watch , as well as Jin XD (though he's kinda a dork in here , *LOL* ) I enjoyed watching it till the end , it has it's own way of representing things . the bubble dialogues was hella cute <3
118. Comments by kaonashi [Rating: 7/10]
This drama may give the viewer some idea of what goes on in the head of a 33-year old unmarried OL. I didn't like the leads though & the ridiculously huge age gap between them was simply too much to swallow. With other lead actors I would've enjoyed this drama a bit more, cause it's not that bad & I like office themes. But now I'd say this one's only a must see for fans of Kat-tun.
119. Comments by nimadifob [Rating: 5/10]
hmmm not convinced at all.
120. Comments by kneehard [Rating: 9/10]
Main attraction of this series is Akanishi Jin of course. But I was surprised by the wonderful performance by the lady who played Sakaki Eriko. Highly commendable for all single working ladies out there.
121. Comments by Patazilla [Rating: 6/10]
It's way to realistic for my taste... xD~ Everything's so negative *lol*
122. Comments by 5_lvis_20 [Rating: 10/10]
is a funny funny drama....
>_<
123. Comments by Zapper [Rating: 10/10]
Anego is very interesting series to watch and also one of my favorite actor is in it Jin Akanishi. That's why i watched and it was fun to watch
124. Comments by carie_akanishi [Rating: 7/10]
HAHA.. watched bcos of Jin! Anego is realistic n fun to watch too.
125. Comments by Helena [Rating: 6/10]
as i mentioned b4, Shinohara Ryoko is my all time fav actress, cant get sick of her superb acting, i think e story is quite interesting, exp when i hear e song ''we will we will rock u.....'' its kinda lift up my spirit when watching this drama, while Akanishi Jin, mmmm a bit dissappointed w his acting, he needs 2 improve his acting, cant just rely on his good looks only, i dont think hes that handsome anyway - not trying 2 offend any of his fans
126. Comments by youhei_mito [Rating: 7/10]
hmm. this is a hard one. o_o for one, akanishi jin looked freakin hot in this one *cough*. but other than tat, the story's kinda bland, and i kept expecting the main couple to have a little more chemistry/ action/ moments. but so much for tat.
127. Comments by inessalenin [Rating: 10/10]
Women's dilemma in 30s, to marry or not to marry, that is a question! Even though you don't care as you in 30s', there's gossip people would verdict it's a failure for single 30s-year-old women.
128. Comments by indayze [Rating: 8/10]
Jin, you're so fine.
But this drama wasn't really anything phenominal. It had it's funny moments but the relationship between them happened at the end so it was completely unbelievable.
129. Comments by Sevenz [Rating: 8/10]
Great lessons learned from this dorama
130. Comments by KawaiiTenshi110 [Rating: 7/10]
This show was great but it could of had a better ending...
131. Comments by Jeanxi [Rating: 10/10]
One of the best dramas I've ever watched. It seemed very real and unpretentious, yet still has it's outrageous funny moments. Would recommend especially to females since it doesn't seem like a guy's kind of drama =P
132. Comments by aoi_dolphine [Rating: 8/10]
disappointed at the speacial but than tha dialogue in the drama is kinda cute. It U are Jin's fan. should watch this just before he changes his image.
133. Comments by debabsayang [Rating: 3/10]
A bit little boring though.
134. Comments by l3in8 [Rating: 10/10]
The lead is sooooooooooooo cute
135. Comments by miszJLi [Rating: 8/10]
Only like it because of jinjin
136. Comments by michiru3 [Rating: 9/10]
The first 2 eps were boring, just for background. Afterwards, the story really picks up and flows quickly. I like that this is portrayed realisticly and most of the main charas are very fleshed out. My fave is still Katou though.
137. Comments by horse35 [Rating: 8/10]
akanishi!!!!!..(i dont like the ending...)
138. Comments by Andro [Rating: 8/10]
I don't like Akanishi Jin. But the story was quite good.
139. Comments by loveaomori [Rating: 2/10]
a kaisha dorama boring. Spend 45 minutes a week in a japanese company and you'll have more fun than watching this useless dorama. The katun guy looks like a half monkey half zombie. Anego is cute and that's the only reason why I don't give it a 1! During all the dorama I've been wanting to punch the girl who try to commit suicide at the end. If I meet her in the street.....,rhgihm
140. Comments by bluesnow12 [Rating: 7/10]
haha, funny!
141. Comments by ilovetakuya [Rating: 8/10]
Great drama! Loved Shinohara and Akanishi here. I especially liked the beginning though... At the end, the story got a little bit weird with all that adultery stuff...
Still, I throughly enjoyed this one!
142. Comments by petitchou [Rating: 7/10]
I really enjoyed this drama up until the end.
143. Comments by jahvi [Rating: 10/10]
I love this drama! Though it reminded me somewhat of Sapuri, I still loved this well! I like how both character are attracted to one another! It's funny and I enjoy watching this drama! Jin is HOT!
144. Comments by Spyde- [Rating: 8/10]
A very entertaining drama!
145. Comments by tkarmina28 [Rating: 9/10]
Now, compared to Kimi wa Petto, this was just so much better!! Jin acted REALLY well and I thought it was amazing. The story was cute and I love the main actress - she's a really good actress, btw. Very cute romance..and I wished for them to be together until the end!
146. Comments by stardope [Rating: 8/10]
Very Funny,,,,Ryoko and Jin looks good together in this drama,,,I kinda confused with the ending,,,I guess there will be a sequel, huh?
147. Comments by Puszedli [Rating: 8/10]
It was a great dorama, i can't wait the special. I watched it because of Jin but I began to like Shinohara Ryoko too. I don't get it why Kurozawa had to go to abroad. But I hope the sp has a happy end.
148. Comments by gto_girlz83 [Rating: 5/10]
watch only for episode 1 and then stop watching coz i dont really like the heroin..
149. Comments by Mr. K [Rating: 8/10]
KLK
150. Comments by Kitsuchi [Rating: 8/10]
This dorama has nice cast. Jin is really cute and a good actor as expected and I think Ryoko also was a good actress. It was the first time for me seeing Ryoko act.
.. But talking about personalities; I didn't like Ryoko's person, Noda Naoko, much. It was fine at the beginning when she always helped her friends with their problems and all, but after a while, it became too much. I just thought like, "Can't you just refuse them or something next time they ask for advice?" I mean, she's tired and sick of it already. And her friends don't notice it. But I guess that's part of Ryoko's role. It was just annoying at times..

I either didn't like how she switched between Jin and Sawaki. It felt like she was playing with them. I didn't get the feeling of love from her. It was confusing of who she actually had feelings for. The first day she said this and that nice thing to one of them, and the next day she would dump that person and switch to the another. And how she played with Jin - proposing to him, going on a date and saying she was only playing around on top of it.

Well, all in all, I didn't like her character so much. I just felt like she only wanted SOMEONE to marry. But I liked Jin's acting though. He was emotional and sweet and we all knew that he fell for Naoko from the start. It was nice seeing him having an eye on her all the time and when he became all happy-smiley when the two of them got a little closer..

The end was, however, actually bad. Nothing much had changed from when the series started. Just Jin and Naoko getting a little more closer. But Jin is still after Naoko and Naoko is still after someone to marry. We didn't get to know for sure if Naoko fell for Jin at last or something..

But then, there was that fairly good themesong. And well, Jin was like the sun shining in the series and made it alive. So, it's worth watching anyway. I enjoyed it like 85%.
151. Comments by bba1 [Rating: 7/10]
Not bad
152. Comments by uchi23 [Rating: 9/10]
watched before this one so i found them very similar.. drama was funny and u wanted to keep watchin.. actors did good job liked sapuri betta though.. endin wasnt the best but still defentely worth watching!!
153. Comments by NuOy [Rating: 2/10]
I don't like this drama!! I'm not Jin fan.Actually in the first time i'm very like the way of single office lady.But what is she did!!?? The ending is nothing happen and very stupid.I took my time to see in SP but nothing happen,too.Very waste time to see.
154. Comments by Ling79 [Rating: 8/10]
Still watching, so far, I like the way how Kurozawa and Anego interacted, I hope they can be together. =P
155. Comments by k4g0me [Rating: 8/10]
*Jin*
156. Comments by Milano [Rating: 8/10]
Well made, good drama.
157. Comments by agp_frick [Rating: 7/10]
The story is... too normal.
Actually a great dorama but I just find myself too bored...
158. Comments by sword_of_heaven [Rating: 5/10]
It was alright, though I really only did like the female protagonist's acting (though even that grated at times). And her friend, you know, that quiet, really professional female who was with her. The others really needed to work on their acting. I'm not taking names coz I don't want fangirls cursing me to the end of my existence here.
159. Comments by LuvBatafurai [Rating: ?/10]
i dun like this drama but i love every moment with Jin in it.
160. Comments by NesHa [Rating: 6/10]
This is Akanishi Jin's Dorama. I think his acting is not good enough coz the story is not pretty attractive.
161. Comments by Wongo [Rating: 9/10]
Decent..drama.....enough said..though I may have problems with the ending....
162. Comments by Ikuko [Rating: 8/10]
Funny, good drama.
163. Comments by jmie_akanishi [Rating: 9/10]
and2 c jinjin ko ehh .. hehe
164. Comments by akane_MYV [Rating: 8/10]
I enjoyed the whole series, every episoed was worth to watch..really nice but not awesome. Too less scenes with Anego and Kurosawa, I hoped along the series and waited till they become a couple, but unfortunately they never became one...
The ending was kind of good, but I don't like open endings.
The acting of Jin was awesome great!! I liked him so much, it was really funny when he and Anego played their "thought-game"...haha...he is so cute!
165. Comments by Ezalor [Rating: 8/10]
Very entertaining dorama with a very cool main character. Specially interesting storyline. High climax but disappointing end.
166. Comments by sugar_pain [Rating: 7/10]
Actually pretty boring, but Jin makes it cute and funny! Not the best jdrama, but Jin is great! I love him!!!
167. Comments by Lisat1005 [Rating: 9/10]
Akanishi was sooo cute in this drama, so i loved it!
168. Comments by oldasianguy [Rating: 6/10]
I couldn't really finish this drama even though Shinohara Ryoko is nice to look at....
169. Comments by uhno [Rating: 7/10]
I really like their internal thoughts part. Overall, not a great drama, but it didn't suck. The theme is interesting. The relationship between the leads seems rushed. If only Erico had some friends, many problems could have been spared.
170. Comments by aoiharu [Rating: ?/10]
haven't finish watching.... but from previewing... bakanishi is definitely cute... sumimasen...
171. Comments by jarod [Rating: 8/10]
sweeeeeeet
172. Comments by deina-kun [Rating: 6/10]
The ending sucked. Poor Akanishi.. Don't even bother watching the special cuz it just recaps everything from the series.
173. Comments by tetsu69ers [Rating: 8/10]
jin so kakkoii,, but why he must end up with someone older?!
174. Comments by jankuangel [Rating: 9/10]
Sucha cute drama :D Ending was aight. JIN WAS ADORABLE!
175. Comments by Wynter [Rating: 8/10]
A fun drama that I could really relate to! Also my first experience with Shinohara Ryoko, whom I absolutely adore now!
176. Comments by swai [Rating: 10/10]
one of the best dramas i have ever watched!!! the plot, the setting, and the cast is all AMAZING!!! all the characters are developed really well, and there is nothing that happens which seemed out of character (one of the things that bothers me most... they try to make the dramas too dramatic these days...), not to mention that the storyline was fun and interesting!! and dont forget about jin's character, kurosawa akihiko... just one word for him... HOT!!!
177. Comments by dirtypink [Rating: 10/10]
OMG.I COMPLETELY LOVE IT.I THINK THIS DRAMA IS SUPER UNDERRATED!JIN IS TOOOOO HOT.I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS DRAMAAAA
178. Comments by mrose [Rating: 7/10]
An Ok dorama. Not extraordinary but it was ok...kind of dorama you'd watch just for the sake of seeing jin act....
179. Comments by lalagonca [Rating: 7/10]
No esta mal. Entretenida.
180. Comments by Ushiroyubi [Rating: 5/10]
Shinohara is so great, Toda is sooo very good...

but this drama was a letdown. the ending was poor as well...

and it looked pretty promising .
181. Comments by yurifly [Rating: 7/10]
interesting enough story about a woman's struggle, but nothing stands out
182. Comments by koneko_pun [Rating: 7/10]
Huwaaa! Jin is so lovable in this drama.
183. Comments by liquidlzero [Rating: 8/10]
really liked it...although the ending seemed so incomplete but i guess you can kinda tell what is going to happen
184. Comments by asugar2 [Rating: 9/10]
Teen Fantasy!
185. Comments by mizz_evy [Rating: 9/10]
i like this drama... at first it was kinda slow but it gets better. and you would want to keep on watchin it... it is a really good drama!
186. Comments by dreamer10231 [Rating: 8/10]
I'm not into older girl&younger guy tandem...However, as of the moment, among the many dramas that has a similar theme, this is the only drama that i like the tandem...i guess there's actually chemistry between the two...this is also the drama where i started to like jin...
187. Comments by hanipazui [Rating: 9/10]
Akanishi Jin was great...^^
188. Comments by aku [Rating: 7/10]
Good Enough to see
189. Comments by nike_girl [Rating: 5/10]
Love Akanishi
190. Comments by Elendiliwen [Rating: 7/10]
Just one thing: Jin is soooooooooo fucking hot....
191. Comments by pinkokoro [Rating: ?/10]
COMPLETE.
192. Comments by altec [Rating: 10/10]
I loved it...reminded me of the same feelings while watching Kimi Wa Petto. AWH!
193. Comments by hyun-ae [Rating: 10/10]
very cool and interesting drama
194. Comments by Maiuuri [Rating: 8/10]
the first half was brilliant but after that it started to go downhill. worth watching though in only Shinohara Ryoko who's performance in it is absolutely fantastic.
195. Comments by marspeach [Rating: 7/10]
Started off good but then I was getting tired of it. Still, funny and Shinohara Ryoko is a really good actress.
196. Comments by kaitosan20 [Rating: 9/10]
jin was such a good actorr and the romance was reallly good.
197. Comments by TakumaSan [Rating: 8/10]
funnyyy
evryone did great in this drama
198. Comments by room304 [Rating: 8/10]
Great characters. Great story. Great Acting
Well done in every aspect!
199. Comments by joykimlee [Rating: 10/10]
Shinohara-san rox! And she ends up with my fav idol Bakanishi!
200. Comments by Vinny_Duvet [Rating: 7/10]
досмотрел до конца
201. Comments by kireiyuhi [Rating: 7/10]
This drama was tolerable. At some points I wanted to give up watching it but in the end I watched it all. There's no real chemistry between the actors so it's real disappointing.
202. Comments by DukeGonzalez [Rating: 7/10]
i must say that shinohara ryoko really good in acting as career women..
203. Comments by zoqh [Rating: 8/10]
Pretty Good
204. Comments by Sterjeny [Rating: ?/10]
Really cute - Jin is the best here >.<
205. Comments by misaki697 [Rating: ?/10]
watching...
206. Comments by ellia [Rating: 8/10]
At least 4 of these 8 pts are for Jin and his good work), as I loved the acting (not because it's Jin...almost). The rest 4 pts are for plot: 1stly, because it was my first dorama of this kind (OL falling for youngster), as later I became bored; 2dly, I liked the 'open ending' thing; and 3dly, the heroine kind of reminds my humble self).
207. Comments by elfgeek [Rating: 8/10]
Cute and funny. Shinohara Ryoko was just awesome here!
208. Comments by EstherM [Rating: 8/10]
I watched this in Japan while being an intern with not a lot to do in a training company. The drama helped me a lot to understand how companies work and what role women still play in Japanese companies. I met so many intellengent women who where soooo underused. Therefore the drama will always stay close to my heart. Unfortunately the love interest had to be one of the least talented JE-Boys.
209. Comments by carina4 [Rating: 5/10]
I only watched this one because of Akanishi Jin! I love it, and it is a cute series, but something makes it dry and boring :P
210. Comments by Signo [Rating: 7/10]
good show, but the end is way too boring.
211. Comments by eftermiddag [Rating: 10/10]
OMG I LOVE THIS DORAMA! I used to hate Akanishi Jin for some reason but I don't do that anymore! LOVELY DORAMA
212. Comments by chibichan [Rating: 8/10]
kyaaaa, Jin so cute. How come he fall in love with someone way older than him. i like this dorama
213. Comments by yobuta [Rating: 8/10]
jin!!

Users who voted for this drama (53)
1. zappie
funny and love Shinohara's role. Understand fully her feelings at age 30+.. She's such a reliable Anego... would love to see the two leads develop further... Love to see those "thinking captions"; funny at times. And Jin really is different here, so innocent and boyish, plus he cried.. heartbreaking! Just wishing there would sequel to this drama..
2. nagaioyasumi
Brilliant with a very endearing cast. I loved how it could be both real and exaggerated at the same time. A heart-warming drama that will make you laugh and cry.
3. jankuangel
4. Jeanxi
I heart Anego (the drama not the character). Jin will probably be the one and only girly boy I ever like...but only in Anego (not in real life) =P
5. Shinobi2491
Great Dorama I LOVE IT!!!!
6. meet_moudt
Jin..Jin..Jin.. XDD
7. k1zuna
8. shannen
9. mallepa
Fun to watch!! I enjoyed this a lot~
10. Old-Ant
I defy any male to not fall in love with Noda Naoko by the third episode.
11. twentytrees
funny and touching at the same time.
12. milly
good drama..n funny..jin so kakoii in here..
13. Alexielle
Interesting drama but I haven't seen yet the end...
14. Hayato
kawaii love story
15. zealous
A good dorama for 2005. Interesting plot and character
16. txtsinay
good story!
17. saito.hikaru
18. luvnickie
interesting drama... leaves u thinkin about stuff :)
19. Ahiko
20. staybymyside
I wasn't sure if I would be interested in it, but I love it after watching it. =]
21. stroberica
22. krazekarin
its swt
23. ayano
=)
24. gemi
I love this drama!The story is interesting and i like the characters inside.
25. thuydiep
i enjoyed watching the drama.. the main character was good! and baka jin!
26. akitsu
WOW. This drama is so great. I could really identify myself with the main character O_o The cast and scenarist did great job!
27. chibiskuld
It's cute and funny
28. chibiandor
This is becoming to be one of my favorite dramas ever made! Ryoko-san is an excellent actress and watching her bring the charatcer "Naoko" to life, is amazing!
29. yuurei
30. shinshin
Engrossing plot. Really makes you sympathize with anego, but overall insightful, funny, and romantic.
31. yamada_taro
32. Yamashita_Shin
i love this drama!! coz jin is such a great actor in here
33. htaj
i love this series. its pretty funny and it has a good story. i finished watching it quite fast too. watch it
34. Gork
I really liked this drama!! So good until the very end!! Jin was sooo cute! haha
35. Akame
Cute <3
The actors are pretty good.
36. Rei_chan11
WAAHHH........its so kawaii!
37. inessalenin
I have same feeling about what will I do as over 30s! No romance, no career future, life is without hope, so stupid thing happened!
38. puny_bunny12
Jin's sooo cute!! Shinohara Ryoko's also really good in it. The plot is quite interesting.
39. mystewpig
40. jahvi
I'm only starting to watch this drama and I'm already so into it! I love it! Jin is so hot and he's portrayed his character well! I like him a lot!
41. beaboszi
42. darc_blade
Definetely gives the type of woman alot of guys would love to go for. Delicate on the outside, strong on the inside. I've seen Akatsuki perform in Mukodono but nothing as sensitive and womanly as Anego. Though at times I must admit she can get a bit macho. Great Drama, geared towards guys as much as women in my opinion
43. lybr
44. janas
very enjoyable dorama
+ I fall in love with Jin when I was watching this series :)
45. joykimlee
I'd love to have a hot younger guy drooling over me.
46. Chibi-JinJin
47. jmie_akanishi
i love this drama .. khit pa dulo lng npanood ko .. feeling ko ang ganda ehh .. uumpisahan ko nlng ulet!
48. khairun_anis
i love akanishi....
49. vitamins
I could really see the chemistry between Ryoko and Jin. Jin was absoulely cute here, while Ryoko exhibited the type of coolness~ Woots
50. tEpijiN.07
ji was der..!
51. altec
I was surprised, because this was one of the first dramas I started watching but stopped after the 1st episode...I dunno why though, b/c this is one really cool drama, and doesn't take itself seriously...something that knows itself to be fiction but can pull u into believing otherwise...and Shinohara Ryoko and Akanishi Jin are cute together (especially their "reading" each other segments) ;O)
52. Bubbles
53. kaitosan20
jin was a god actor in it and the romance was so gooddd.