Cherry Magic! (2020)

contains lots of fluffy love and bad for your heart

IMO, I think this is the best Japanese BL that I've ever watched. Even though there's no actual kiss scene between the main couple, but I think this is already a good representation of gay romance because a good romance don't always need a NC scenes, right? The story is sooooo sweet, this would make you smile for the entire series. I also loved the second couple but I do think that Tsuge's reactions is a little bit exagerrated. AND THE FINAL SCENE WHERE KUROSAWA GIVE ADACHI A MATCHING PEN INSTEAD OF RINGS MAKES ME T_T
I would recommend this series for a first timer or someone who like to focus on the story more than the sexual intercourses.

Leia Mais

Best Heartwarming Japanese BL

This drama was really something, the story, the acting, really all of the above. The story is not toxic AT ALL and the character development as a whole was really nice and heartwarming. Theres a really nice magical element to it as well, which makes it different to watch and also makes it intriguing.

Adachi! The ML in this drama was really kind and bubbly. The fact that at the start he was really nervous and shy about his power as he was seen as an outcast by his fellow work’mate’ and by the end of it he was really open and used to his power. This is really great character development on his side. He grew to accept himself as he is and grew to accept Kurosawa’s feelings. As much as his thoughts were happening all the time, they were never bad in anyway, which shows he was pure and innocent. This made his character even more interesting.


Kurosawa! The other ML, really accepting and patient of Adachi. He is an all around lovable character who is willing to do anything for Adachi, within a safe and not prying way. At the start he was quiet with his acts of taking care with Adachi, but nearer the end he made his acts big and bold, which personally i really enjoyed as it made his character development really nice and refreshing. He never pushed anything on Adachi which was nice, and made Adachi fall even harder. He was a really great observer of Adachi, knowing what he likes, if he didn’t do his hair in the morning. He was so blinded by love.


Tsuge & Minato‘s relationship was somewhat okay(?) I personally found both sides of the couple strange, but that’s what made them perfect for each other.


Tsuge! The man who stays at home and just writes, but then falls in love with the delivery man. His story is decent, but somewhat cliché. When he sees Minato for the first time, it really makes him want more (as in he wants to know more about Minato.)
Minato made Tsuge swoon. He also made Tsuge leave the house which for Tsuge, was great character development, as he is seen as a homebody but Minato makes him come out his shell. He doesn’t really accept himself at the start but grows and makes everyone know Minato is his.


Minato! Minato was a really strange character, quite like Tsuge. The young man who danced managed to get Tsuge out of his home by being cute and kind. He really was looking out for Tsuge at some points, like the time at the dance recital(?) He knew how to make Tsuge squirm. And at the end, they both had a nice ending!



Fujisaki! One of the best female support in BL dramas, i really enjoyed how she supported Adachi and Kurosawa throughout the drama, it made my heart warm that they both had such a supportive friend/workmate.


Theres really nothing else to say other than this was one of the best heartwarming BL dramas i have ever watched!

Leia Mais

Absolutely beautiful

No words. This is bloody hell good. Didn't really expect much but I left wanting for more. Kurosawa's smile melts my heart and Adachi makes my heart itch. The whole show is so sweet, AND there's actual character development!??!? WOW.

The scenes are also heart melting. I really really want to cry now that I've finished it. Last time I've been so so so hooked on a drama was like, last year ago. I cannot forget their smile and interaction. Just remembering it makes me want to re-watch it again.

OST bloody fucking good. Acting?? Absolutely. Story? Yes. Rewatch Value? Does that need to be asked?

15/10, this is a whole ass masterpiece.

Leia Mais

Things that I really want to see in a movies or series are: looks, chemistry, acting, and storyline.

LOOKS: Adachi Kiyoshi (Akaso Eiji) he is very cute and handsome and the mole under his nose added an exquisite look to his face while Kurosawa Yuichi (Machida Keita) has a cute eyes and those lines under his eyes when he smiles makes my heart melts.

CHEMISTRY: Their chemistry is very perfect. They are too good to watch smiling together and holding hands together.

ACTING: I feel annoyed with the comedy thing portrayed by Adachi but if we slide if off they are both good.

STORYLINE: The characters of the series were both handsome and they portrayed their specific roles well. I really like how considerate Yuichi to Adachi. I never also thought that he was willing to let go of Adachi just to see him smile and be happy. For me it's very sad seeing the person you love go and all you can do is cry and let him/her disappear in your life. But in the end love always prevails. Rooting for both of you.

# PrinceEldie's Review 2021

Leia Mais

This drama was very wholesome... It had a lot of good points on fronts that I often have problems with in other BL dramas. For example, the story is purely focused on the relationship between the leads, the growing of their liking towards each other and the character's quirks. The writers didn't try to incorporate a 'darker' or 'more serious' B-plot.
The magic plot was well worked out and resulted in very cute and funny moments. The leads are very loveable characters and the the typical Japanese 'overacting' fits and isn't as annoying as it can sometimes be.
The songs were also lovely! The intro song is stuck in my head...
Would recommend to everyone looking for something simple!

Leia Mais

THE SOFTEST DRAMA EVER

I mean how can something be this sweet and entertaining.
What i liked the most about this drama is that it is cute but not dumb like some other bl * don't want to mention names , sorry* and the actors did a really good job plus the story was captivating , and yeah i blushed a lot while watching this. the side couple was really good plus i want to add thing is that i have watched thai and Taiwanese bls a lot but something like this came from japan and it is just *sugoi* , anyway i think everyone got it and i freaking loved it. Highly recommended!!
(✪‿✪)ノ

Leia Mais

SUCH a Delightful Show!

Genuinely, this is one of the best shows I’ve ever watched. I enjoyed literally every second of this show, and I cannot recommend it enough. If you have any doubts about this show at all, know that they are for nought. I can’t imagine someone watching this and not thinking it’s sweet, wholesome, romantic, and just all-over amazing!

Shows with this sort of speculative/magical twist are always a favorite of mine. A slight magical edge to an otherwise contemporary story is so much fun when done well, and Cherry Magic incorporated Adachi’s newfound mind-reading power wonderfully. The limit where it only works when he’s touching the person was a good touch, and led to a couple hilarious moments when it was “nonchalantly” trying to get a hand on someone to read their mind. And the show even addressed the drawbacks of an ability like this! How Tsuge struggled to communicate after his disappeared and Adachi was afraid Kurosawa wouldn’t like him without it. It was very well done.

There was also something so… sweet about the set-up for the story. Adachi (and Tsuge, his best friend) is a 30-year-old virgin who’s never so much as been on a date before the story starts. It was nice to see adult characters falling in love for the first time, and learning as they go. These stories are so often constrained to high school (and /maybe/ college) students, but that’s not everyone’s experience. This was like a breath of fresh air in that way.

The characters and the acting were all very well done, too. Even minor roles like Fujisaki were written thoughtfully and as a full character, which was really nice to see.

All in all, this was a very nice, very low-conflict show that just warmed my heart in all the best ways!!

Also— B R U H, Adachi called Kurosawa “sexiness personified” in, like, the second episode and then had the gall to act shocked when he realized he liked him back???

Leia Mais

'Cherry Magic’ – is a BL that blends the supernatural genre with office life in the perfect way. It takes all the good traits from those genres and discards or subverts the less favourable ones. This show feels nostalgic to me, it comes across like a good 2000s ‘slice of life’ manga. There isn’t too much conflict, there’s the right amount of work and free-time scenes, the “Will they? Won’t they?” isn’t harsh and the lack of a lot of settings helps keep it feeling quaint and like it comes from Adachi’s point of view [especially with the cinematography]. The characters were archetypes, yet they didn’t feel stale through the actors’ stylistic choices, making them feel human and relatable. They made an already good script, sing.

Adachi Kiyoshi could've easily been written as a stereotypical weak character, but he had so much personality, compassion, and love in him, that only grew when he gained confidence in himself. His ability [psychometry] allowed him to come out of his shell and help others, even if it wasn't always smooth sailing for him personally. These powers also didn’t magically fix all of his personal qualms, he’s still a nervous 30-year-old, after all. He had to self-reflect and evolve. Kurosawa Yuichi; The Man, The Myth, The Legend. Kurosawa was a team player through ‘n through. He’s love language was commitment with a capital C. He’s a genuine stand-up guy. He wasn’t rude nor was he overpowering of Adachi’s boundaries, he listened and tried to be the best version of himself. This also meant he held himself to an incredibly high standard. I liked how the writers also made him just as complex as Adachi. He had his weaknesses and strengths like anyone else. Every time his eyes lost their spark but he kept smiling, I felt it deeply.

This was a really interesting, well executed part of the drama, aided by the flashbacks and narrations of their thoughts. I love their relationship, it felt so right and that they had room to develop together. Their romance had the classic rom-com lack of skinship but with Adachi’s personality, it didn’t feel out of place at all. Through their caring words, actions, and gazes, I could tell those two truly loved each other.

The supporting characters. Rokkaku Yuta was a fun inclusion, I liked how determined he was, and he complemented the others' chiller vibe well. Fujisaki Nozomi was a great depiction of how a women character doesn’t have to be threat to a mlm couple and can just exist with her own life. Tsuge Masato was a very wise and caring friend … when he was calm. I thought he really lacked depth when he’s emotions got the best of him. He wasn’t annoying enough for me to skip his scenes, but for a man his age, it was a bit disappointing. Minato didn’t do much, but he danced well and was played by Yutaro, so I have no complaints.

I highly recommend this drama, to those who want to watch a show that they can both; enjoy and get them in the feels. It’s also good for those who like the smaller details and easter eggs. This drama is great for being calm, subtle and comforting. The music is also straight bops. Anyways, Udon is best boy, that is all.

Leia Mais

Lovely Characters

I really liked the story and how the actors portrayed the characters. Akaso Eiji (Adachi) is an amazing actor and worked so well with Machida Keita (Kurosawa) - their interactions felt genuine and authentic, especially with Kurosawa, who was an amazing character. However, the side character Rokkaku Yuta was a nice addition, and I wish we had more focus on him. And let's not forget the amazing Fujisaki - a true queen, a lovely addition.

But the side pair... I'll be honest. I liked the character Tsuge, but when his side story started with his own "crush," I rolled my eyes. He should have remained a supporting character. I found it quite ridiculous, and I mostly skipped his scenes later on unless they were relevant to the main pair's story.

Overall, the story was very good.

As for the music, I'd give it a 7. The intro and ending soundtracks are nice, but there weren't any tracks that really stuck with me. They were mostly just there.

Does this have rewatch value? Kinda? Maybe in 5 years, I'll watch it again for nostalgic reasons, but that's about it."


Please give it a try.

Leia Mais

YAH

The drama was so sweett. I loved every part of, I always wait for it to come. sadly it finished yet I am so happy this bl drama existed. UNFORTUNATELY, NO KISSING SCENE something always blocks them when kissingg. Is it worth it, yes indeed it is, it was cute and reasonable. But like imagine having such power and then finding out that the most popular guy in your department has a massive crush on you and accepts who you are and watch your thoughts are like.... we don't get these here. okay now I have to write 500 more words to send this review. give me a minute. la la l a love love adachi and kurosawa is the best la la la

Leia Mais

I WANT WHAT THEY HAVE ;;~;;

I don't remember the last time I felt so much butterflies while watching a romance drama. It's fluff with a lot of comfort. It's like my teenager self—who is so full of love—finally awake upon seeing the chemistry between Adachi & Kurosawa. No lust, no unnecessary fights, just fluff fluff fluff I LOVE THEM SO MUCHHH!!

Kurosawa is so gentle, he always respects Adachi's space. But, also sexy like the way he teased Adachi is so *SMASH KEYBOARD*!!

As for Adachi, despite his lack of confidence, he always gave his best to cheer for the people around him when it is needed. A literal angel and he is SO CUTE like if I were Kurosawa I would be head over heels for him too. They really suit each other ♡

Leia Mais

What a wonderful story!

This is a story of love that triumphs over fear and incomprehension. It leaves you feeling wonderful, and happy. (Very different from some of the other great BL stories being told.) I would warmly recommend this to literally anyone.

The plot is constructed around this mythical "magic" device. It sounds hokey, and it isolation it probably would be hokey. But when you suspend your disbelief for only a minute, the other story grabs you -- this is about a young man (Adachi) who is painfully shy and totally lacking in confidence, and how he comes to be drawn out of his shell and into a loving relationship. Despite all that, it doesn't really take itself too seriously -- the various humoristic touches are amusing and enjoyable and they contribute to making the story very watchable.

Strong points: The plot is very good. The acting throughout is also very good. Akaso Eji does a great job of conveying the changes in Adachi as the story arc proceeds -- in the first few episodes Akaso never ever leaves character and makes the viewer really feel Adachi's panic at having his isolation bubble breached. He always looks terrorized. But then, as the story progresses, his face softens and his expressions occasionally light up. When he sheds tears near the end, you know (because Akaso has shown you so clearly) that they are tears of joy. Kudos for a great performance. Machida Keita was also very good as Kurosawa......whose character was not exactly open and spontaneous, either, though he at least recognized what he wanted.

The production values are high, and the outdoor/nighttime sequences are very well done. While there was not a LOT of music, I liked the theme music, and the occasional use of piano and violin solos as background in important moments was excellent.

For me, another plus was just watching the Japanese interactions. I have not watched much Japanese video before and it was fascinating to watch how these guys dealt with each other.

Weak points: I didn't much appreciate the Tsuge character, though he is important to Adachi's journey. I also don't think the story was realistic in any sense in its representation of Japanese society and its acceptance of two guys in love.

But the fantasy is a very nice one, and overall, this is well worth watching.

Leia Mais