Honestly I can't believe we're still getting BL series this bad in 2026. This mini series runs about 7 to 8 episodes with a total runtime of just about an hour and it is so boring that I genuinely struggle to find the words. The actors are awkward, the story is as basic as it gets and there is almost nothing about this show worth saving. The makers do try to stir up some drama here and there but even that falls completely flat. Ho Won is a 23 year old university student who spots a man sitting alone at a gay bar and gets attracted to him. The man is Min U, a 33 year old who brushes Ho Won off immediately saying he's too young. Ho Won lies about his age and since he's made a bet with the bartender that he'll get this man home before the night is over, he switches tactics and eventually the two end up at Min U's place and sleep together. Despite being complete opposites in every way there's some kind of pull between them and they go on a couple of dates. But t...
The story is simple. Isumi is a 20 year old student who has joined the school's cooking club with his friends, since he loves cooking. One day, he is quite drunk as he is walking home. He encounters Amasawa, a 30-year-old police officer. A concerned Amasawa asks to see Isumi's ID to verify his age and then walks him home to ensure safety. Next day when Amasawa goes to convenience store to get his lunch, he finds Isumi working there and asks for his suggestion for lunch. Amasawa keeps his friendly cheerful demeanor and asks Isumi for suggestions. Although initially annoyed, Isumi gives in because he notices that that Amasawa has tendency to pick unhealthy options. One day Isumi decides to cook for him at his home as a thank you and a beginning f new friendship starts. This happens a few times till one day Izumi's apartment is flooded and Amasawa offers him to stay in his house. Before they both know it, they get very used to each other's company. Them both having lived alone on thier own, this is a welcome change for both. Isumi has feelings for Amasawa but latter's feelings are not very clear. It's when Isumi moves back home, he confesses his feelings to Amasawa who asks for sometime to give back his reply. It seems Amasawa is bothered by their age difference, but he also starts to realize how much he loves and cares for Isumi.
The main characters are sweethearts who showcase their precious personalities in various scenes. They ar not over the tp like some really funny Japanese shows rather they are endearing. Their kind gestures and oddly endearing quirks, make you smile and wanna root for their compatibility and love. You can see the genuine care and warmth in them. Sadly somewhere in the middle of the show, the pace becomes slow. Isumi clearly has feelings but their relationship doesnt grow much. There's a long wait before this romance escalates. You start questioning whether the relationship is platonic, friendship or more and the show keeps you guessing till the second last episode. And in this whole process you also get to witness some real good food too. As actors both the leads do a good job. Isumi brings a good range based on his character from comedic moments to dramatic exchanges. In contrast Amasawa is a more one-dimensional mr goody two shoes kinda person. And I am not sure why he takes his time to make up his decision on his feelings for Isumi. It was interesting that neither of the characters considered themselves gay but it's more about getting attracted to the personality (despite gender) which makes the show endearing. Sadly, although the story ends happily, it has stretched the relationship drama for too long and somewhere in the middle it becomes a drab; but still overall I would give it a decent impression and would recommend it for its simplicity. (7/10)
PS: I am not sure why this title of the show. Any ideas?
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