5 Recommended Latest Japanese Dramas in April 2024 that You Must Watch

Kapanlagi.com - Written by: Siska Dewanti

Hello JDrama Fans! Japanese dramas have long been the center of attention for entertainment lovers with their unique stories, strong characters, and deep cultural portrayals. The presence of Japanese dramas provides a unique watching experience for their fans.

In April 2024, the Japanese entertainment industry is once again presenting a number of promising new dramas. From romantic stories to exciting dramas with political elements.

Instead of being curious, let's check out the 5 latest Japanese dramas in April 2024 that you must watch!

1. ANATA NO KOIBITO, GODATSU SHIMASU

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ANATA NO KOIBITO is a Japanese drama adapted from the novel series DOROBO NEKO HINAKO NO JIKEN BO by Emi Nagashima. This drama will air on April 14 with a total of 10 episodes and can be watched on TV Asahi.

The main cast of this drama includes Rena Takeda, Keisuke Watanabe, Miho Watanabe, Kiita Komagine, and several other actors and actresses. Set in the Office CAT background, this drama tells the story of a mysterious detective who receives requests from women needing help with their relationships.

2. TOKYO TOWER

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TOKYO TOWER is a Japanese drama adapted from the novel of the same title by Kaori Ekuni. This drama is portrayed by Ren Nagase, Yuka Itaya, Genta Matsuda, and many others.

Airing on April 20, 2024, this drama tells the love story between Toru Kojima, a 21-year-old medical student, and Shifumi Asano, a woman 20 years older than him. Previously, this drama was adapted into a Korean drama titled SECRET LOVE AFFAIR. It consists of 10 episodes and will air on TV Asahi.

3. UNMET: ARU NOGEKAI NO NIKKI

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UNMET: ARU NOGEKAI NO NIKKI is a drama adapted from the manga series UNMET by Yuzuru Kojika. This drama stars Hana Sugisaki, Ryuya Wakaba, Arata Iura, Yudai Chiba, and many others.

Also known as UNMET: DIARY OF A BRAIN SURGEON, this drama tells the story of a neurosurgeon named Miyabi Kawauchi who has an accident and cannot remember the events of the past 2 years of her life.

This Japanese drama with a total of 10 episodes will air on April 15, 2024, on FujiTV with a runtime of approximately 54 minutes per episode. Fans of medical or healthcare-themed dramas should definitely watch this.

4. BLUE MOMENT

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The Japanese drama BLUE MOMENT, also known as BURUU MOOMENTO, is a drama adapted from the manga of the same title by Kana Ozawa. It is scheduled to air on April 24, 2024, and will have a total of 10 episodes with a runtime of approximately 54 minutes per episode, airing on Fuji TV.

The main cast of this drama includes Tomohisa Yamashita, who will play Kankuro Huruhara. In addition, it will also feature Natsuki Deguchi, Koshi Mizukami, Kaho, Sawa Nimura, and many others.

BLUE MOMENT will tell the story of Kankuro Haruhara, a researcher at the Meteorological Research Institute. He also serves as the head of the Disaster Response Headquarters. His goal is to protect lives from weather disasters.

Although highly experienced and skilled in his field, Kankuro is disliked by his colleagues due to his sarcastic and sharp remarks. Because of his determination to achieve his goals, he eventually changes how his colleagues perceive him and strives to make the headquarters even better.

5. HOUSE OF THE OWL

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HOUSE OF THE OWL or also known as FUKURO TO YOBARETA OTOKO is the latest Japanese drama that will air on April 24th on Disney+ with a total of 10 episodes. This drama is starred by Min Tanaka, Mackenyu Arata, Hisako Manda, Masanobu Ando, and many others.

This drama will tell the story of the relationship between a father and a son who have different views on upholding justice. Ryutaro Ogami is known for being able to resolve many scandals by covering them up with other incidents and revealing them at a later time.

On the other hand, his son Ryu Ogami wants to achieve justice in the right way. The conflict in this drama arises when they are confronted with major crimes in the political world, which they must solve in their own ways.

So, that's the latest Japanese drama recommendation that you must watch. What do you think, KLovers, interested or not?

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