Drama Digest
This special serves as a sequel to the drama Tokyo Tararabe Musume which takes place in 2020. The original drama focuses on three friends who are 30-year-olds and meet together to discuss their problems and imagine fake scenarios. The 2020 sequel shows that the three have achieved their dreams and led happy lives.
The Feel-Good Part
For fans of the original drama, this is the ending everyone was waiting for. It provides proper closure as fans find their beloved characters finally achieving what they wanted. Rinko and Kaori find love while Koyuki is ready to open her dream café.
The Disappointing Factor
This sequel will not interest the general public if they haven’t been following Tokyo Tararabe Musume. The creators have a particular target audience: the viewers of the original drama. Even for fans, the ending of a beloved drama, however good, is always a bittersweet moment.
In-Depth Analysis
The 2020 sequel serves as an epilogue of sorts to Tokyo Tararabe Musume. Viewers who saw the three girls struggling in the drama now get to see them contented. The sequel takes place three years after the events of the drama.
Star Power
The drama showcases the talents of Yoshitaka Yuriko, Eikura Nana, and Oshima Yuko reprising their roles.
Overall Opinion
It is a sweet and wholesome special. Seeing your favorite actresses reprising their roles feels nostalgic. It satisfyingly ends the drama and gives the audience a proper closure.
