A Very fresh story with a much seen plot! Indeed a MUST WATCH !!
To start with, This drama is different from the Normal and very cliche Arranged Marriage Dramas ..It really is more than what you read in the summary..It’s Fun and also I very lovely drama. I teaches you how communication is required in a Relation and how LOVE can even happen After Marriage and Bloom....## The Couple is really very cute ..You will really have fun watching this drama and will definitely fall in love with the couple ..excessively cute!!
I really really loved watching this drama and had a great time ..plus it’s not time-taking ..just 7 eps with 25 min duration..so It’s also a Greeen Signal for watching this drama!
I’m sure you will not regret and love this drama ..go ahead and watch it!!
HIGHLYRECOMMEND!!!
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Fluffball ✨
This drama was everything that i needed. With a simple and sweet storyline, it was able to enter into my favourites. The drama was a delight to watch. I thought i might get heartattack due to the cuteness that is filled in the drama. Kawaiii *´∀`*The leads were pretty amazing and their chemistry was so good. There is no complexity in the drama which makes it more enjoyable.
With only 7 episodes, this drama is short and sweet and i would definitely recommend this one.
Absolutely loved it.
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Much different that the old J-drama's I used to watch
Let me just start this off by saying the "contract marriage" concept is not new however the way they presented this trope is very refreshing.I haven't watched a J-drama since 2009 so I was surprised how much the culture has changed since then. There is no unnecessary drama or waiting 10 eps before a character confesses or kisses. It's a very sweet story of two people who accidentally fall in love while already married and the cute miscommunications that almost every couple experiences. I really loved this series and gave so many butterflies and good feelings. ALSO THE OPENING SONG IS SO CUTE!
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Unconventional, but fluffy marriage drama
This drama basically sums up the joys and predicaments of early marriage life in 7 episodes.It's a short one that won't hurt you if you'd like to give this a try 'coz the story is quite interesting. Maybe that's also the reason why the turn of events are so fast-paced, and I appreciate this drama for being so straightforward! Y'all won't waste time dealing with the MC's emotional hullabaloos and dragging plots we normally see in lengthy dramas.
I love it! There may be some scenes that seem shallow and nonsense, but bearable as the drama in itself has been offbeat on the onset. Also, I never expected it to be such a positive drama, like there were neither toxic nor shady characters and the romance developed swiftly but stable until the end. Another plus would be the skinships! I think all episodes have bed scenes in them except for the 1st one. But that's just a plus factor, the drama is overall cute tho (why am I explaining argh HAHAHAHAHAHAHA)
If you want a breath of fresh air from watching lengthy dramas, then go for this! Each episode is roughly 30 mins so it feels like you just watched a 3-hour movie as a whole.
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Short and sweet!
*Story*The Story was sweet and cute. If you like really fluffy Romance Drama with no Conflict or anything. Than Shanai Marriage Honey is a perfect drama. There are only 7 episodes (25min.) So I would say it's worth it to check it out.
I liked the living together story and also that they got married, while not even knowing eachother was quite interesting.
But I would've enjoyed it more if it had more conflict. There is a second male lead, but he never really does anything. And the way that The Main male lead just suddenly revealed his reasons for getting married so soon was kinda rushed and I thought there were deeper reasons behind it. Also I thought there were more things going on with his mom.
Since it's a short drama. There romantic Relationship already began on the 2 episode.
I think if it had more conflict it would definitely be more interesting. But it was sweet and fluffy.
*Acting*
The Main Male lead had nice eyes (^w^) and overall the acting was quite good. The Main Female lead also fit the role great and overall I enjoyed it.
*Music*
I liked the theme song and the music fit the theme very well.
*Rewatch Value*
I think watching it once was enough.
*edit*
Now that I rethink about this drama I'll give it a 6/10. It just didn't have much of a plot. Most marriage dramas at least have a love triangle or something, but this didn't have much. But then again if you like a lot of fast paced romance than it's perfect for you.
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Full of fluff and laughter
I do not know why this was rated so low. I thought it was due to either poor characters, writing, but no, it's perfectly fine. As in, it's a very optimistic view - well more far fetched but I'm here to get out of touch of reality - of marrying a stranger. Especially from a dating app. As you know, there can be creeps but thankfully this doesn't even touch that. Not even the slightest. It's fluff pure on fluff which I love especially of a what if scenario that while may very foolish to some, it has a chance to work and it did. I laughed and smiled watching this. That's all I could ask for since I don't want to see misunderstandings turn to tears. I'm in my 30s, I don't need to see the hard parts of life anymore. I get it and I've went through them even. I just want a piece of happiness and boy did this deliver.Let's get to the nitty gritty.
Story: It's very rare to find a couple whom works in the same company and in different departments. However, the reasons they do marry are real: he doesn't want his mom to worry about him living alone and for her, she wants to marry after a break up due to a cheating fool. I don't give cheaters second chances and she thankfully tells him off when the shows for a little bit at the start and then thankfully disappears after that. Praise be! The couple then finds themselves at crossroads of the simplest and big things for a couple. I won't say what, but trust me when I say this: if you want to see a nice short series of people willing to talk out things, then watch this. It's a breath of fresh air that is so refreshing.
Don't watch for the drama, it has a sprinkle of it and that's it since it doesn't drag on and on. All speed bumps are solved in a very realistic manner which I appreciate and thankful for. That isn't to say it's done quickly, it's done *right*.
Acting/Cast: The two leads have incredible chemistry to where I could get numerous cavities and the steamy scenes (they show no nudity) are very well done. The kisses sometimes are awkward but not to the point where they're tense. Rest of the cast are real and the acting was great, though I did want some more reactions of when the leads eventually told their coworkers about being married.
Music: It was so good that it didn't distract me and that says a lot for me. It fit the mood where it needed to, couldn't get better than that.
Rewatch Value: Heckin yes I will rewatch this later on the road whenever I need a sweet fluff love story pick-me-up.
Tl;dr: Watch for the fluff, don't expect much drama. Fantastic chemistry between the leads and a lovely - even if far fetched - plot. Sometimes we need a feel good short series.
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Binge for a lazy afternoon
If you're looking for a drama with any conflict or relationship angst, this is not for you. This drama is about a couple getting to know each other and doesn't do much else. The cast have good chemistry and that's about it. The story itself is simple, and whenever conflict arises, it fizzles out quickly to compensate for its 20 minute running time.Sadly the heroine does suffer from the typical self-doubt that most heroines suffer in Jdrama rom-coms but it's not over the top so it can be forgiven. Overall, I binged it on a public holiday and it filled some time. Nothing bad, but not brilliant. 8 stars because it's a fluff piece and if you hate conflict then this would be ideal for you.
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It is sort of instalove, but they're a really cute couple with a lot of chemistry and there are lots of kissing/bedroom scenes. From the beginning, she's trying to get his attention and try to make him like her, whereas he's always teasing her and their relationship seemed very natural. Each episode touches on different things in their married life as they get used to each other and grow in their relationship and it's a drama that's very easy to watch and doesn't require any deep thinking since there's not really a plot.
Despite it being a fluffy drama, there's also substance and I like that they grow as people and in understanding each other. The struggles that they face seem realistic to a new couple as well, especially since they were strangers.
The only thing I found kind of weird was how quickly the FL lead said I love you, but I think that maybe it was a mistranslation. I don't speak any Japanese but found it a bit strange so I googled and she said Suki da 好きだ, which can mean I like you / I love you depending on context. I also had to wait a bit for the last few episodes since the eng subs weren't out yet, but the episodes are all subbed now!
There's also a random masseuse in the show that doesn't add much to the plot, but he is very good looking.
7.5-8
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S2 PLEASE!
I love J Dramas and this J Drama is IT! The acting, the actors, the music, the characters, the story! I love it all! This J Drama is completely refreshing, it's not taking itself too serious and the chemistry between the two leads is cohesive and undeniable, I LOVE Shanai Marriage Honey! It so deserves a S2! Make it an anime too! It's so good, I love that it's not so complex, the build up isn't dragged out, the intimate scenes are tastefully done yet erotic, I am truly enjoying this series! Thank you Irozuku for subbing in ENG as I continue to learn the language, I am super grateful to everyone that takes time out of their day to sub episodes for those of us, whose first language is English, it means a lot! I see they added another episode and extended the completion date, so a total of 8 episodes is what we will be getting, but I wouldn't mind if it was 12! :)Was this review helpful to you?
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Short drama but enjoyable jdrama
WHAT I LIKED:- The two leads: I liked Miura Manatsu who has the look of an Alpha male but he is also a kind and caring person. Haruta Ami is a girl desperate and insecure but she gets lucky and makes the best of the situation.
- The chemistry between the two leads: There is a great game of seduction between them. Made of funny situations, nice dialogues, little misunderstandings, cunning plans, sexy situations... It showed a real alchemy between them.
- The setting of their situation and the reasons they have to be together are usual tropes of drama. But the development of their situation is different from what I have seen so far. There is no "I don't like you but I am going to fall for you because we live under the same roof".
- Skin ship and intimate scenes: A lot of them. These two obviously have a good harmony on this aspect. They really found each other well.
- The Fast paced and episodes are short.
- The Cute small twist in the end.
WHAT I DID NOT LIKE:
- Nothing that I really disliked and worth mentioning.
OST:
- It was ok.
REWATCH:
- It is a short drama and the fast pace, nice plotline, cute fluffy atmosphere and some kinky moments make it enjoyable and a good drama to rewatch.
OVERALL: 9.0 /10. A good and short drama to enjoy if your watch list is empty or you are stuck between two dramas.
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