Eliot_Rulez

Japanese BLs are always good for a surprise and this one is no exception. This series is about representation, not just gay people but also aromantic people which is not seen in any series as far I can remember.

The show starts with the couple Fumihara and Higashi already together and flashbacks explain how they got together. How they struggled with their feelings and especially how someone from a little town struggles to open up after being over 20 years in the closet. On the other hand we have a young Higashi who behaves indifferent to anyone till he met the "one". Also when Higashi is sure of himself and his feelings, he takes the lead and pulls Fumihara with him. The substantial age-gap is not really a point of friction. Of course there must be drama, because someone from Fumiharas past comes back in his life, trying to win him back. And of course there conversations and problem solving are happening in a mature way even when you can see the jelousy, both understand each other very well.

I can only say, when you have a chance to watch this, you should! It's not a stereotypical BL, it's more a coming of age story with two very different characters. This series is also educational, you may learn a thing or two about people who do not fall in the stereotypical categories. The story is told in a very sensible way. And of course the final episode is so heartwarming, you may need tissues like I did :))) Mom is the best (in this case). GagaOOLala picks up every crap, but did not pick up this important series, which is really disappointing. This series matters and is highly recommended!