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I just re-watched this drama this week after first watching it maybe 8 years ago, and I must say it was better the second time around! This was one of my very first J Drama's that I watched, so I was a newbie back then. Now a seasoned J Drama addict, I appreciate this simple and feel good story that has a sweetness to it that many newer J dramas are lacking.

I won't wait another 8 years to re-watch it, and you shouldn't either!

All I can say is a really really really hope for a Season 2!

Well acted family drama that is not over the top. Perhaps after watching so many Korean dramas lately, I find Japanese dramas refreshing again. Abe Hiroshi is always very good and he's in great form again playing a salaryman re-examining his relationship with his family and his father. Everyday life with family and work are shown realistically.

The last episode with Abe breaking down is as touching a moment as I can ever recall I've seen... just superb!

Predictable - but still an enjoyable drama. Boy meets girl, boy likes girl, boy gets girl, boy loses girl... well you get the idea.

Nothing really original here and it's basically your typical Jdorama formula series (lot's of running by the male lead and lot's of walking slowly by the female lead reflecting/thinking), but still and for whatever reason I kept watching. Kuroki Meisa is seriously pretty, and despite her narrow range in playing this character (she seems to play really just one emotion here), she kind of fits the part well. Katori Shingo plays another nice guy like he did in Flower Shop Without Roses, which is a much better romance drama.

Katori's character does get annoying towards the end, as you would think that he would be smarter in realizing faster his love for Kuroki Meisa, especially since he's a master match maker.

Dispite some flaws with the script, I realiized that I enjoyed this drama because it had a happy ending. So many JDorama don't finish well and you're left feeling a bit empty at the end. At least here almost all the characters get what they want.... so how could you not like that!

I thought I'd never ever give another 10 for another JDorama as I've been watching a few that never quite make the 10 mark. Well, that just ended now as Orange Days is a powerhouse 10 out of 10 drama! So much is happening in this series and it had some of the best romantic dialogue I've heard in a long time! I was a bit of a fan of Shibasaki Kou after seeing her in Battle Royale and Galileo, but I'm a huge fan of hers now! She did an amazing job playing a deaf woman, and she played it with such passion and believability that if she didn't win for best actress for this role as Hagio Sae, she should have! I usually buy JDorama's on DVD, but this one wasn't available with the english subs - so I watched it online. I have to say the quality of the subs available online are way better than what you get when you buy the dvd at the asian market. Those ones usually get translated from Japanese to Chinese than to english, so the subs are not as good. This one watching online the subs with right on so the dialogue was just great which made for a great drama! Highly recommended Orange Days.... one of the all time great JDorama's in my opinion!

Wasn't expecting much when I picked up this drama, so I was pleasently surprised when it turned out to be very good! The interaction between the main characters had a good feel to it and you really route for him to find his true love. This drama made me smile. Hope there's a second season!

Ueto Aya grows on you in this drama and so does the series! Nothing too special here but it's watchable and light hearted with some tender moments. If you're a Ueto Aya fan than you will like this drama.

Very similar to 1 Litre of Tears but for me it wasn't as good. Yoshitaka Yuriko really establishes herself as a good actress in this drama as she goes through all the emotions convincingly! Happy, sad, spoiled, angry, hurt, in love etc. she does a very good job here and I was impressed by her acting. I tear jerker that doesn't quite make you cry as much as 1 Litre of Teras did, but still touching in its own way nonetheless!

Good drama and really liked Lin Chi Ling's character as she is not only super pretty but she can act as well. I generally like Shinohara Ryoko in most of her roles, "At home dad", "Anego" etc., but her character here was always pouting and puckering her lips and always tossing her hair back, which got to be a bit annoying. Still a good drama with only 8 episodes, so you can finish in a day or two.

Maybe it was the timing, but for me this was exactly what I needed... a nice, sweet and charming romantic drama. The idea that this is based on a true story just adds to its appeal. To think that Train Man and Hermes-sam actually exist brings a smile to my face. There's still some good and niceness in the world! The acting is not top notch, but the story is touching and enduring for this light hearted and thoughtful drama. To think that people actually got inspired while reading the tread and cheered Train Man on and maybe changed abit themselves is moving! Sometimes you got to step out from the background or the view never changes. Train Man steps out and than some! Fell for Hermes-san myself as she was so sweet! A must watch, and I understand now why so many here recommend watching this drama as your first introduction to JDramas... very satisfying!!!

Very serious drama unlike your typical serious JDoramas (Last Friends, White Spring, Smile etc.). No overacting in "Mother", just a strong lead actress and a strong and excellent performance by the little girl... she will be an actress to watch out for in the future! The things I love about JDoramas that make them so different from North American dramas, I didn't find in Mother. So the acting and story really had to carry the series through... and it did! Compelling story that will melt your heart and shed a tear.

Probably my favorite Jdorama of all time, as I never get bored of watching it again and again! Abe Hiroshi is superb in his role of a man who prefers being alone and never wants to get marry. Excellent character development, as Abe Hiroshi's character portrays himself as an uncaring, self absorbed, know it all selfish man. But deep down inside he has a heart of gold and will do almost anything for his friends and family. He kind of reminded me of Jack Nickolson's character in the movie "As Good as it Gets". Just watch the movie and I think you'll see what I mean. The music is even somewhat similar. His character develops over time and slowly realizes that humans need each other and are not meant to be alone. This is a wonderful dorama if you like adult themed, well acted romantic comedies. This drama is truly special and a must see for Abe Hiroshi fans, and a must see for JDorama fans in general. 5 Stars!!! I hope they do a SP so we find out a little bit more about what happens next....

I thought this drama was just slightly above average for me. Abe Hiroshi who is one of my favorite Japanese actors was just average, and played it very subdued. Perhaps I've come to expect alot from Abe Hiroshi, as he's been so great in the other JDorama's that he's starred in. He did suit the role and added abit of quirkyness to his character, but the drama itself didn't make you want to watch the next episode like you think it would in this "who done it" type series. If you're a Abe Hiroshi fan and enjoy his work then it's worth watching.

Having seen my fair share of Jdramas I've come to realize that on a very basic level, a good jdrama is one where you want to keep watching because you want to know what happens next. Well this Jdrama made me want to keep watching, secretly hoping that the people that were bullying the main character would get what was coming to them. I won't spoil the ending by saying here what happens, but I will say that I was a tad disappointed with the way this drama ended, which prevented me from giving it a higher score. Still this was a good drama and I would recommend it if you like work themed dramas with a underdog for a heroine, who you cheer for and hope they win out in the end.

This drama came out of nowhere for me and I really enjoyed it. I picked it only because of Abe Hiroshi, as I was told it was not a feel good type of drama. I would disagree with that! After I watched it, it was a good drama but I didn't like the ending. Still if you're an Abe H. fan (and even if you're not) this drama has good acting & character development plus a good story that is both sad and uplifting!

This one was a pleasure to watch and it was one of the first JDorama that I watched where you feel a bit touched. Abe Hiroshi is again excellent as a dad that has to stay at home and take care of the household duties, as well as look after their daughter. At first it's seems like his life is pointness and he wants to get back to work, but slowly he realizes what's more important in life... and that's family! If you're looking for something light and likeable then this would be a great drama to watch!

I've always been a fan of movies and dramas that involve time travel. Something about going back to the past or into the future to try and change your fate for the better is so appealing, so I was instantly drawn to this drama. The cast and the acting and production values seem higher in this drama than ones I've seen in the past. From the 1st episode you're drawn in and want to see the next episode... that's pretty much my basic criteria with JDorama's - they have to make you want to watch the next episode badly.... this one will make you feel this way! Great drama!

Abe Hiroshi is like Japan's Tom Hanks, as anything this guy stars in you can be assured that it's going to be pretty good. Unmarried Man, At Home Dad, Trick etc. are examples. Not sure why the drama is called White Spring, but nevertheless this drama is touching with great acting by Abe Hiroshi. My only criticism would be the ending. Seems to be the more the norm in JDormas where they want to shock or not give you a happier ending. I mean when you watch this dorama, it really does a good job in character development of the main character, making you really route for this guy to succeed and turn his life around! He does, and you want it to pay off for him in the end... he deserves it! Still a satisfying drama that will draw you in, but perhaps leave you a tad disappointed at the end!

Just finished watching this drama plus the SP last night, and it was good. I enjoyed the character building and the plot line... I mean who wouldn't want to go back in time and try and change your future for better! I did feel though this dorama dragged on abit and should have ended a few episodes earlier. It also was a bit frustrating because he could have told her how he felt so many times, but silly circumstances prevented it. Anyway, if you looking for a cute drama with some touching moments, this one has it and you won't be disapointed.