Favorite Japanese Dramas Of 2017

Hello Dramatics! It’s your favorite Drama Queen with some Japanese dramas that were a hit in 2017. As this year comes to an end, I wanted to share some of these titles that you may have missed earlier this year. No matter what genre peaks your interest, this list has something for everyone. Without further adieu, lets take a look at some Japanese Dramas of 2017 that were fan favorites!

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Crisis

Genre: Detective, Investigation

Episodes: 10

Aired: April 11, 2017 – June 13, 2017

Network: Fuji TV

Starring: Shun Oguri , Hidetoshi Nishijima

Synopsis: Inami and Tamaru work at the Public Security Mobile Investigation Unit Special Investigation Teaam. This is a team made up of specialists with different expertise. Inami tackles criminals with showy maneuvers, while Tamaru corners criminals with cool calculation. Together the team tackles terrorists, new religious cults, military spies, secret narcotics organisations, and complicit politicians.

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Quartet

Genre: Drama, Friendship, Music, Mystery, Romance

Episodes: 10

Aired: Jan 17, 2017 – Mar 21, 2017

Network: TBS

Starring: Takako Matsu , Hikari Mitsushima

Synopsis: In this drama, four people’s paths cross one winter by chance. Two women and two men in their thirties all whose dreams have gone sadly unfulfilled. Instead of swelling toward the peak of their lives, their lives all seem to be headed gently downhill. Despite being total strangers, they decide to share a house together in the wooded resort area in Karuizawa.

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Reverse

Genre: Mystery, Psychological, Suspense

Aired: April 14, 2017 – June 16, 2017

Episodes: 10

Network: TBS

Starring: Tatsuya Fujiwara , Erika Toda

Synopsis: Unremarkable office worker, Fukase Kazuhisa leads a boring life. The only place he can relax is the Clover Coffee Shop. Here he meets Ochi Mihoko and they begin to date. Just as he begins to grow accustomed to a more enjoyable life, something occurs that drives a wedge between the lovers.

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I’m Your Destiny

Genre: Comedy, Romance

Aired: April 12, 2017 – June 17, 2017

Episodes: 10

Network: NTV

Starring: Kazuya Kamenashi , Fumino Kimura

Synopsis: Masaki Makoto and Kogetsu Haruko are both twenty-nine years old and single. Since they were children, they have passed each other at various places like on the beach and shrines. Yet, the two are not aware of each other at all. One day, a man appears in front of Makoto and introduces himself as God. He tells Makoto about his destined soulmate.

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Beautiful Bones: Sakurakos Investigation

Genre: Crime, Detective, Manga, Mystery, Suspense

Episodes: 10

Aired: April 23, 2017

Network: Fuji TV

Starring: Arisa Mizuki , Taisuke Fujigaya

Synopsis: When Shoutarou Tatewaki first meets Sakurako Kujo, he knows his life will never be the same. Initially believing her to be responsible for a disappearance in the neighborhood, he later learns of her true talent, analyzing bone specimens. This drama is based on the novel “Sakurako-san No Ashimoto Ni Wa Shitai Ga Umatteiru” written by Shiori Ota.

What was your favorite Japanese Drama of 2017? Have you seen any of these series? Leave a comment down below and lets discuss! Happy Holidays Dramatics! Remember To Keep Calm And Drama On! Happy Drama Watching!

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Best Korean Web Dramas Of 2017

Greetings Dramatics! It’s your favorite Drama Queen back again with some web dramas that have been fan favorites in 2017. In case you are new to K-Dramas, a web drama is a drama that is viewed on the internet, hence the name web drama. Usually these dramas are have a few episodes with the watch time being anywhere between 8-15 minutes per episode. These dramas oftentimes cast K-Pop idols which highlights their acting skills. Web dramas are great if you are in between dramas, waiting for a new drama to start, or if you want to watch something quick. Some viewers don’t enjoy web dramas as much because the plot can often feel rushed, and the drama really doesn’t give the characters and story a chance to develop fully because of the length. Web dramas are not that popular so I wanted to highlight a few that I think deserve a watch. Without further adieu, here are some of the Best Web Dramas Of 2017!

Somehow 18

Genre: Comedy, Romance, Fantasy

Episodes: 2

Aired: Aug 28, 2017 – Sep 8, 2017

Network: JTBC

Duration: 15 min.

Starring: Choi Min Ho , Lee Yoo Bi

Synopsis: A surgeon travels back in time to the place whee he was bullied and his love tragically took her own life. He can save her, but first he must face the monsters who took her away. Watch Somehow 18 Here

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Queen Of The Ring

Genre: Comedy, Romance, Supernatural

Episodes: 6

Aired: March 6,  2017 – March 24, 2017

Network: Naver TV Cast

Duration: 30 min.

Starring: Kim Seul Gi , Ahn Hyo Seop 

Synopsis: Nan Hee is smart and succeeds well in everything, but she feels she does not look as pretty as others. One day, she receives a ring which holds a family secret and uses it to get close to her crush.

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Star Of The Universe

Genre: Music, Romance, Drama, Supernatural, Tragedy

Episodes: 6

Aired: Jan 23, 2017 – Feb 10, 2017

Network: Naver TV Cast

Duration: 30 min.

Starring: SuHo , Ji Woo

Synopsis: A love story between Woo Jo, a gifted singer-songwriter and a nineteen year old student who becomes the Grim Reaper after dying in an accident.

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Wednesday 3:30 PM

Genre: Comedy, Romance

Episodes: 10

Aired: May 31, 2017 – June 14, 2017

Network: SBS Plus

Duration: 30 min.

Starring: Lee Hong Bin , Jin Ki Joo

Synopsis: This story is about a girl who was dumped by her boyfriend and tires to win him back by making him jealous. She manipulates her social media to create a fake “Lovestagram” (love + Instagram) with her childhood friend. Watch Wednesday 3:30 PM here

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My Only Love Song

Genre: Historical, Comedy, Romance, Drama,

Episodes: 20

Aired: June 9, 2017

Network: Netflix

Duration: 30 min.

Starring: Lee Jong Hyun , Kong Seung Yeon 

Synopsis: A top star who thinks people and love have statuses, time slips into the past and meets On Dal who knows nothing except money.

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Last Minute Romance

Genre: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Episodes: 2

Aired: Oct 23, 2017 – Nov 3, 2017

Network: JTBC

Duration: 15 min.

Starring: Han Seung Yeon , Lee Seo Won

Synopsis: Baek Se is diagnosed with a terminal disease and she doesn’t have much time left to live. She decides to have a contract date with Dong Joon. Watch Last Minute Romance here

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Between Friendship And Love

Genre: Comedy, Romance

Episodes: 8

Aired: Aug 18, 2017 – Oct 27, 2017

Network: Naver TV Cast

Duration: 6 min.

Starring: Bang Jae Ho , Choi Won Myung 

Synopsis: This story is about a couple in an office dating relationship. The various sides of office dating which include heart throbbing moments before the relationship blooms. Unfortunately difficulties arise within the relationship.

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Vivid Romance

Genre: Comedy, Romance, Fantasy

Episodes: 6

Aired: Feb 16, 2017 – Mar 2, 2017

Network: Naver TV Cast

Duration: 30 min.

Starring: Yoon Si Yoon , Jo Soo Hyang

Synopsis: A dorky looking guy, who has been failing an exam eight times in four years, applies for a highly paid part time job which is titled “Experiment Full Of Life” and he becomes a super hero and all the ladies fall for him.

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Ruby Ruby Love

Genre: Comedy, Romance, Fantasy

Episodes: 5

Aired: Jan 18,2017 – Jan 26, 2017

Network: Naver TV Cast

Duration: 12 min.

Starring: SeoHyun , Lee Yi Kyung 

Synopsis: Lee Ruby, a young woman who suffers from sociophobia, comes across a magical ring that helps her grow into a jewelry designer.

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Which of these web dramas have you watched? What is your favorite web drama of 2017? Leave a comment down below and lets discuss!  Remember To Keep Calm And Drama On! Happy Drama Watching!

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