5 Recommendations for Japanese Dramas Starring Former Idols, Exciting Stories - Showcasing Impressive Acting

Kapanlagi.com - The Japanese entertainment world is enlivened by celebrities with various backgrounds. Former idols who have become actors and actresses starring in films and dramas have become a trend in the Japanese entertainment industry. For fans, Japanese dramas starring former idols are always highly anticipated entertainment.

Until now, there are many soloists, idol group members, and music group members who have ventured into the acting world. Through the dramas they starred in, these former idols have successfully explored their exceptional acting talents. In addition to their impressive acting, the exciting stories are also a draw for Japanese dramas starring former idols.

If you are looking for Japanese dramas starring former idols, here are some recommendations for you to watch.

1. HANA YORI DANGO

HANA YORI DANGO (credit: mydramalist)

Japanese drama recommendation starring the first former idol is HANA YORI DANGO. This drama stars Mao Inoue, who was formerly a member of the idol group Arashi, Jun Matsumoto. This drama is an adaptation of a popular manga and has successfully captivated many viewers with its interesting story.

Tsukushi, a poor student at Eitoku Gakuen, has to deal with F4, an elite group that dominates the school. F4, consisting of Tsukasa, Rui, Sojiro, and Akira, bullies people with red cards, which makes Tsukushi a target after she defends her friend, Sakurako, from F4's bullying. This causes Tsukushi to become the first student to receive a red card.

Despite being bullied, Tsukushi fights back against F4, gaining Tsukasa's attention, while she herself is interested in Rui, who loves her childhood friend, Shizuka. However, the problem becomes more complex when Domyoji Kaede, Tsukasa's mother, opposes their improving relationship.

2. FROM FIVE TO NINE

FROM FIVE TO NINE (credit: mydramalist)

FROM FIVE TO NINE is also one of the Japanese dramas starring a former idol. The drama features Tomohisa Yamashita, a former member of the idol group News, as the main character. This drama tells the story of a romance that develops between two people with very different lifestyles.

This Japanese drama tells the story of an English tutor who is trapped in an arranged marriage set up by her parents with a Buddhist monk. One day, she accidentally spills ash on the head of the monk named Takane Hoshikawa when she is taken to a temple. This embarrassing incident leads them to realize that they are betrothed and must marry soon.

3. LOVE RERUN

LOVE RERUN (credit: mydramalist)

Recommendation of a Japanese drama starring the third Japanese idol, LOVE RERUN. This drama stars Toma Ikuta, a former member of the idol group Johnny's Jr., who plays a man who can time travel to the past to fix his relationship.

The story of this drama revolves around Sayaka Minami, a 30-year-old designer. Sayaka Minami is shocked to see a man in front of her when she wakes up. The man is Shohei Machida who claims to be her boyfriend. He explains that Sayaka lost her memory three months ago, only remembering her first love who once rejected her.

4. YAMATO NADESHIKO SICHI HENGE (THE WALLFLOWER)

YAMATO NADESHIKO SICHI HENGE (THE WALLFLOWER) (credit: mydramalist)

YAMATO NADESHIKO SICHI HENGE (THE WALLFLOWER) features Kazuya Kamenashi, former member of the idol group KAT-TUN, as the lead actor in an entertaining romantic comedy. Kyohei Takano, a handsome college student, often faces unfair treatment from customers and sexual harassment from his manager at the store. Due to his anger, he is fired from his part-time job.

When Mine Nakahara, the owner of the dormitory where he lives, offers a deal to transform her niece, Sunako, into a polite woman, Kyohei and his friends at the dormitory are enthusiastic. However, what appears is a creepy girl with her hair covering her face, having an interest in horror things, and their lives change dramatically.

5. KIMI WA PETTO (YOU'RE MY PET)

KIMI WA PETTO (YOU'RE MY PET) (credit: mydramalist)

Another Japanese drama starring former idol, KIMI WA PETTO or also known as YOU'RE MY PET. KIMI WA PETTO features Jun Matsumoto, this time alongside Koyuki. This drama tells the unique relationship between a career woman and a man who plays the role of her 'pet'.

The story focuses on Iwaya Sumire, a successful and intelligent woman who works at a renowned newspaper. After being fired from her job for being too perfect, she returns home feeling frustrated and lonely. At home, she finds an unconscious young man in front of her door, and without hesitation, Iwaya brings him in. In Iwaya's eyes, the young man resembles her pet dog named Momo. She decides to take care of him like a pet and gives him the nickname Shim Momo.

Those are some recommendations for Japanese dramas starring former idols. Hopefully useful and enjoy watching!

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