Japanese dramas have a way of attracting viewers. There is an abundance of Japanese theatre, with a variety of genres and themes. There is no limit in Japanese cinema to the combinations you can get from thriller and horror to romance and slice of life. Sometimes, good things are right in front of our eyes, but we are busy looking elsewhere. Japanese series and dramas are often deemed underrated. However, the table has turned, and Japanese dramas are gaining well-deserved popularity and attracting viewers worldwide. They are easily available on Netflix and other major platforms. Autumn is the perfect time to watch comfort shows and movies while being tucked in a warm and cozy bed. In this article, we have made a list of Japanese dramas you can watch on a perfectly cozy autumn night.
1. The Makanai: Cooking For The Maiko House
This is a heartwarming story of two childhood friends, Kiyo and Sumire, who are passionate about dancing and dream of becoming a dancing girl, an art form known as 'Maiko' in Japan. However, Sumire, being a natural performer, outshines Kiyo, while Kiyo finds it challenging. However, something new awaits Kiyo, and she discovers her love for cooking. She becomes a house cook for the 'Maiko house.' It is an engaging drama to watch on a perfect, cozy autumn night. Beautiful drama with emotional depth and tender moments.
2. Yugure Ni, Te Wo Tsunagu
It is a beautiful drama to watch on a perfect autumn night. A tale of unexpected romance. Soramame Asagi is a country girl from Kyushu, living in Tokyo. She has a fiancé there. However, on an unforeseen turn, she falls in love with Oto, a struggling musician. The journey of love begins. It is a touching love story that will pull your heartstrings.
3. Suki Suki Wan Wan
Suki Suki Wan Wan is the story of a careferee 26-year-old boy named Kotaro. He is unemployed and spends his days aimlessly. However, his life takes an exciting turn when a suspicious man named Ten appears in his life, draped in white clothes, who, he later finds out, is his late dog's reincarnation. This heartening drama will be a perfect watch for cozy autumn nights.
4. Bonus No Ita Jikan
Bonus No Ita Jikan is an emotional and heart-wrenching drama. The drama tells a story about a university student named Sawada Takuto. His life turns upside down when he learns about his diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis disease. His time is running out, and he wishes to live each day to its brim so he does. This soul-stirring drama will move you to tears.
5. Imawa No Kuni No Alice
This Netflix drama also goes by the name 'Alice in Borderland.' A thrilling, dystopian drama released in 2020 tells a story about a young gamer named Arisu Ryohei, who gets trapped in the forsaken land of Tokyo. There, he meets other individuals. They have to compete to survive, and whoever fails is fated to die an undeniable death. This exciting drama will be the perfect entertainment for a cozy autumn night.
6. First Love
It is a heart-wrenching tale of first love. The story is about Yae Noguchi and Harumichi Namiki. They both fall in love with each other in high school but get separated due to an accident. However, they meet each other years later. A bitter-a-sweet story about fated love, family, and dreams. An emotional ride and worth watching.
7. Silent
It is another emotional drama that you can watch on a perfect cozy autumn night. The story is about Tsumugi Aoba and So Sakura, who are in high school a bitter-a-sweeter. They spend their time together listening to music. However, one day, Sakura breaks up with her. And some years later, they meet each other again when Aoba finds out that he is deaf. Their relationship takes a turn. However, they start their relationship again, and for the better. This thought-provoking drama will make you cry and smile. A drama worth watching.
8. One Litre Of Tears
It is an ideal tear-jerker for a perfect cozy autumn night. The story revolves around Aya Kito, a 15-year-old girl. She is a joyful girl with nothing much to worry about. However, one day, her life takes a drastic turn when she finds out she is suffering from a rare terminal illness called spinocerebellar degeneration. The sickness will leave her unable to walk or do any physical activities. This life-changing and thought-provoking story of a young girl and her fight with this deadly disease will leave you emotional and in tears.
9. Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories
This touching drama is about different people who come together at a secluded but warm diner, which opens only at midnight till morning. Chef Meishiya runs an aloof and quiet diner and serves people whatever they wish to eat. When people come together, they share stories, talk about their experiences, funny and embarrassing incidents. This drama shows how every person and their experiences are different. And how they have their ways of dealing with life. This drama also touches on some philosophical themes, which is fascinating to watch. It is a worth watching drama.
10. Kotaro Lives Alone
The story revolves around an aloof manga writer, Shin Karino, who lives an isolated life in an apartment where children's entry is prohibited. One day, a five-year-old boy named Kotaro Sato starts living alone in the neighborhood. Which makes the residents of the same neighborhood suspicious. However, first agitated by his presence, Shin later bonds with a kid. This heart-touching drama will leave you with a warm feeling.
