In this month of June still rainy with nevertheless, a few days of good weather we resume the latest drama novelties. And we attack with the J-Drama which, as you had noticed, were absent last month, however, this was not an oversight on our part.
The month of May had only one Japanese drama so we added it here. In our selection you will find a varied choice of series in number of six. Happy reading to all!
New J-drama of June 2018
Iron Grandma 2
アイアングランマ２
Fetters: BS Premium – NHK
Episodes: 3 ongoing
Release period: June 3, 2018 to ??
Synopsis
In the past, Reiko Shionoya and Naomi Sato were excellent special agents. They worked together as partners under the code name Salt and Sugar. After retiring, they meet again and solve different cases.
With: Shinobu OTAKE (Gomen, Aishiteru), Shigeru MUROI (It's All About The Looks), Akira EMOTO, Haruhiko KATO…
For this first Japanese drama, we start strong with action, detective and suspense. However, we are not immune to possible gags and arguments! Note that this is the direct continuation of the first season broadcast in 2015 by the channel. In other words, no big change of the casting level, the plot is aimed at an audience already knowing.
Bakabon no Papa yori Bakana Papa
バカボンのパパよりバカなパパ
Original work: novel by Rieko AKATSUKA
Fetters: BS Premium – NHK
Episodes: 5
Release period: June 30 to July 28, 2018
Synopsis
The story follows the life of Fujio Akatsuka mangaka artist and his family.
With: Tetsuji TAMAYAMA (Ajin: Demi-Human), Manami HIGA, Kyoko HASEGAWA, Aoi MORIKAWA…
We move on to something else with now, the autobiographical adaptation of a famous man directed by the son of the latter. We follow as usual the daily life of an author producing manga gags which promises to be quite nice and funny. But, surely much less for his family. The drama is aimed more at a Japanese audience that knows the artist.
Genkai Danchi
限界団地
Fetters: Fuji TV – Tokai TV
Episodes: 3 ongoing
Release period: June 2, 2018 to ??
Synopsis
A year ago, Seiji Terauchi lost his son and daughter-in-law in a fire. He then had to raise his granddaughter Honoka. While also taking care of his father Hitoshi. All three move into the apartment complex where they lived as children. The complex dates back to the seventies and has far fewer residents than before. For his granddaughter, Seiji tries to bring the resort back to its heyday.Is man the savior or the devil?
With: Shiro SANO (Sick's Spec Saga), Uta WATANABE(Aibou: Season 16), Rika ADACHI (Uwasa no Onna), Shigenori YAMAZAKI (Totto-chan!) …
The story focuses on the daily life of this family, who want to revive their memories to the new generation. However, it also seems that a secret or mystery is hidden in this drama, which arouses our curiosity. Only the course of events can tell us more. We recommend it!
Trailer by Genkai Danchi
https://youtu.be/_N7ZUYpv31k
Double Fantasy
ダブル・ファンタジー
Original work: novel by Yuka MURAYAMA
Channel: WOWOW
Episodes: 5
Release period: June 16 to July 14, 2018
Synopsis
Natsu Takato is a popular thirty-five-year-old screenwriter. She lives with her husband Shogo in the suburbs of Saitama, Japan.Shogo used to work as a television station executive, but now he supports her. Natsu is not to be complained, but has a strong sexual desire that she cannot suppress. She spends her nights with theater director Shizawa. However, her husband interferes with her script and tries to control her. She then left him and began living in Tokyo.
With: Asami MIZUKAWA (Boku-tachi ga Yarimashita), Kei TANAKA (Ossan's Love), Hidekazu MASHIMA (PTA Grandpa 2), Hiroaki MURAKAMI (Yae no Sakura)…
The plot of this series is not to be put in all hands since the relationship of couple will be the engine. We will therefore have very explicit scenes involving in particular the sexual appetite and adultery of the heroine. If the drama is well shot in terms of female psychology and the daring scenes scattered in small doses, it could be interesting. At the writing we want to get started and you?
Gohan Taisakushitsu
誤判対策室
Original work: novel by Tomotake ISHIKAWA
Channel: WOWOW
Episodes: 5
Release period: May 6 to June 3, 2018
Synopsis
Eiji Arima, is a sixty-year-old veteran detective, about to retire. Shoichi Sera is a young lawyer and finally, Misuzu Haruna is a woman prosecutor. These three people belong to the "Gohan Taisakushitsu" the office of counter-judgment of errors. Their job is to review death row sentences and check whether someone has been falsely convicted.
With: Hiroshi TACHI (Machi Koba no Onna), Mari HOSHINO (Beppin-san), Yuki FURUKAWA (Ishi no Mayu)…
We are approaching the end of our selection, this new drama addresses the judicial field represented by three characters. The subject already speaks to us when we follow the news or the media, this kind of case is not uncommon. In addition, the cast is varied with the age difference of the protagonists. All you have to do is get started!
Fuhatsudan: Burakku Mane wo Ayatsuru Otoko
不発弾 ～ブラックマネーを操る男～
Original work: novel by Hideo AIBA
Channel: WOWOW
Episodes : 6
Release period: June 10 to July 15, 2018
Synopsis
A press conference is held by a major electricity manufacturer on the incorrect accounting of one hundred and fifty billion yen. Financial advisor Ryo Koga manipulates the CEO. Yumiko Kobori of Investigation Unit Number Two, suspects fraud. She believes that the company could have avoided the listing on the stock exchange. At that moment, the head of the management audit department committed suicide. Soon after, Ryo secretly meets Shozo Higashida. While, Yumiko doubts that the man committed suicide.
With: Kippei SHIINA (Izakaya Fuji), Meisa KUROKI (Otona Koukou), Shin TAKUMA (Sick's Spec Saga), Tomoyo HARADA (Half Blue), Eiji OKUDA.
We end with a plot mixing finance, investigation and surely corruption. Enough to make our mouths water when we adhere to these genres. In any case, given the high-flying cast and the story, it promises a good drama as the channel does so well. Finally, the format seems well chosen and should find its audience!
We hope dear dramavores that you have enjoyed discovering all these Japanese drama releases with us and have found the one or those you want to follow. For now, we are already leaving you but, we will come back soon for Korean dramas!
