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Love Begins in the World of If japanese drama review
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Love Begins in the World of If
14 people found this review helpful
by NLE
Nov 23, 2025
6 of 6 episodes seen
Completed
Overall 9.0
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 10.0
Music 9.5
Rewatch Value 9.0

A Captivating Parallel World Romance

Another great officer romance from Japan, but this one hits on a completely different level. The darker cinematography instantly sets it apart from the usual light Japanese BLs, giving the story a moodier, more mature tone that I absolutely loved. I am obsessed with height-difference dynamics and Ogami and Kano being noticeably taller than average had me hooked from the very beginning.

The story is intriguing, emotional, and layered in a way that pulls you in effortlessly. Both actors deliver incredible performances, capturing that mix of vulnerability, admiration, and unresolved tension perfectly. Their chemistry simmers quietly beneath every interaction, and I cannot wait to see how their feelings slowly transform into something deeper and undeniable. I am fully hooked already and what a fantastic series.
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