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South Korea is hardly the only East Asian nation creating essential, inventive television, even though shows like Squid Game and All of Us Are Dead have solidified Korea's position in the streaming era in what some have dubbed The Korea Wave. We believe that live-action entertainment created for the streaming era in Japan has been quietly produced but has mostly gone unnoticed. In addition to creating innumerable iconic anime series, Japan has been regarded as a cinematic superpower for the better part of the last century. We believe that programs created for streaming services are poised for a comeback. These are our recommendations for the top Japanese TV series on Netflix, which include both the new and classic series you just must watch if you want to delve into the world of Japanese television!
J-Dramas are Japanese drama (or comedy-drama) television shows that typically consist of nine to ten episodes and are only available for one season. In essence, they resemble miniseries. This is one of the reasons I like them: they never require a significant time commitment (unlike a multi-season US program, for instance), and since they are one-and-done, there is no risk of the plot being left unfinished due to cancellation.
Best J-Dramas on Netflix:
5. Good Morning Call:
IMDb: 7.5/10
Good Morning Call, which is based on the manga series, centres on Nao, a teenage girl who moves into her ideal city apartment. The only issue is that Hisashi, a popular classmate, is also moving in. When Nao begins to feel a romantic connection to Hisashi, things become more problematic. The charming romantic comedy Good Morning Call demonstrates that opposites do attract.
4. House of Ninjas:
IMDb: 7.1/10
Given how much more action-oriented it is than the rest, this one is most likely unique for this list. The story of House of Ninjas centres on a family of ninjas who have lain dormant for a number of years following a catastrophe on their most recent mission. But now, in order to fight an impending threat, the family is being called back into duty.
3. Death Note:
IMDb: 8.9/10
Death Note is a legendary Japanese TV series and an anime masterpiece that will never be forgotten, and for good reason. The show centres on Light Yagami, a teenage boy who discovers a magical notebook that allows him to murder anyone by only writing their name in it. Death Note is a profound examination of morality and right and wrong that is both entertaining and thought-provoking, which contributes significantly to its enduring appeal.
2. Atelier:
IMDb: 7.3/10
Atelier offers a sometimes humorous and frequently endearing glimpse at Japanese workplace life. Following Mayuko, a young Japanese lady who was just hired by a luxury lingerie company, as she makes her way through the motivating but frequently challenging environment she finds herself in. An enthralling watch, the visually chic production is the ideal match for the glamorous world of high fashion.
1. Million Yen Women:
IMDb: 7.5/10
This adaptation of a classic manga story is a comedy, mystery, and drama all rolled into one. The narrative centres on a struggling writer who unexpectedly gets five enigmatic female houseguests who each give him one million yen in rent. These women were dispatched by whom? For what reason are they present? It's a humorous, bizarre, and eccentric series that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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