Drama Review: Meikenchiku de Chushoku wo

10 Episodes

Rating

★★★

Duration

0 Hrs 30 Mins

Episodes

10 Episodes

Drama Digest

The drama tells the story of Uekusa Chiaki and Haruno Fuji. Being a famous architect’s son, Uekusa Chiaki is an architectural modeller. He loves travelling around and is especially fond of visiting buildings that are cute and nostalgic. It is more of a predominant habit of his. Anywhere he goes, he clicks pictures and adds new updates to his social media or SNS, and because of this, he is very popular. Haruno Fuji, on the other side, has recently been through a break since her boyfriend decided to split with her. As a result of it all, she feels very low and dejected. To evade all these gloomy vibes, she surprisingly ends up exchanging messages with Uekusa Chiaki on SNS. Both of them decide to meet at a famous building in Tokyo and have lunch together.

The Feel-Good Part

The drama is way more fun and relaxing than anyone might probably expect it to be. You get a fair and detailed glimpse of many beautiful locations, which also hold a very significant background. All this will make you want to visit the beautiful city of Tokyo. Further, the narration is very detailed and compelling. Also, the relationship between the main leads is lovely and comforting. It is very heartwarming to see them talk with each other so comfortable and passionately about their likes and hobbies. Their relationship has a very positive vibe and will even fill you with optimistic energy.

The Disappointing Factor

The drama is of the style of a documentary. Thus, many people might find it boring and wouldn’t love to spend their time on it. The prime focus of the drama is just the different architectural buildings, their mesmerizing designs, their impressive history, and their importance. Therefore, people who are not into architecture or history might not have much to look forward to.

In-Depth Analysis

The story is something new and serves as a fresh breath of air among all the cliché dramas. It kind of serves as a very entertaining way of providing the people information on a subject which general people might prefer skipping. The enthusiasm shown by the characters feels very genuine. The show is crystal clear in conveying the message that we all get just one life. Hence, everyone should live to the fullest and extract as much from it as they possibly can. Talking on the character’s basis, you also see the character attain personal growth.

Star Power

‘Ikeda Elaiza’ plays the role of the beautiful Haruno Fuji. At the same time, ‘Taguchi Tomorowo’ plays the role of the famous Uekusa Chiaki. They both do an outstandingly convincing job of rightfully portraying their respective characters. ‘Ogawa Sara,’ ‘Mikami Kan,’ etc., can be seen playing the supporting roles.

Overall Opinion

The drama is a gem with a new story. You will like it, especially if you are fond of travelling and visiting beautiful architecture. It indeed is worth a try as it is a refreshing concept. You will fall in love with the astonishing buildings.