Nobunaga Concerto (2014)

Yuko Araki and Nakagawa Taishi confirmed as leads in the upcoming drama

News - May 21, 2021

Yuko Araki is comes back with a romantic action drama after 2 years!

WCCS: Fantasy or Alternate Past Titles from Japan

Editorials - May 16, 2021

Japanese Titles OAL has watched that fit these categories on MDL's 2021 Watch Challenge.

Back to the Past: Dissecting Historical Dramas

Editorials - Dec 18, 2020

Kairi's realizations and reflections while watching Historical dramas.

Starter Kit: Japan

Editorials - Nov 2, 2020

A Starter Kit to get you kick-started on your Jdrama Journey. To begin a whole new country drama database can be daunting, so here I am. I have made a starter kit just for you, to help you get started.

Why You Should Try: Japanese Dramas!

Editorials - Jul 19, 2020

This is the 2nd part of my "Why you should try" series, where I'll be introducing all MDL countries with some help. ;)

Changing Preference: My TOP Actors When I Reach My 30's

Editorials - Jan 25, 2020

Do you frequently change your favourite actors? Read on to find out what TheWanderer_Beansprout thinks of her continually changing favourite actors.

Second Leads who Deserve a Second Chance

Editorials - Oct 2, 2019

When the second leads get robbed.

SPOTLIGHT: Kitamura Takumi

Editorials - Jun 26, 2019

Dive in and learn more about rising star Kitamura Takumi, one of Japan's best young talents in the entertainment industry.

MDL Choice: Heisei Dramas and Movies

Editorials - May 10, 2019

The end of Heisei era was on 30th April and the beginning of Reiwa era just started, so here is a look back into the Heisei in terms of movies and dramas according to MDL.

A Stalker's Guide to Yamada Takayuki

Editorials - Sep 27, 2018

Everything you wanted to know about Yamada Takayuki.

Ask MDL And Now For Something Different: Historical (September)

Editorials - Sep 26, 2018

I'd love to see a political romantic palace historical drama from various countries (often stick to Japan) with gorgeous settings.

A Stalker's Guide to Mamiya Shotaro

Editorials - Jul 5, 2018

Probably one of the most charming actors in recent years, Mamiya Shotaro is one of Japan's latest rising stars poised to steal the spotlight. Learn more about this handsome young up-and-coming actor who is about to take Japan by storm.