'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.