Haru Ichiban and Densha Otoko

We have been experiencing very good weather for the past days here in Ibaraki. It was sunny the whole week and daytime temperatures were quite warm. Of course the evening is still cold but you can really sense the coming of spring.

Today has also been sunny but the afternoon brought forth very strong winds called "Haru Ichiban". These are seasonal winds which mark the coming of Spring. Pretty soon we will be enjoying the sakura viewing or Hanami by the first week of April.

Anyway since it was windy outside, I spent most of my day watching a Japanese drama called Densha Otoko (Train Man). It was based from a viral internet bulletin board in Japan wherein a self-confessed Otaku helps a beautiful lady in a train. Having no experience with the opposite sex, he asks advice from fellow members of the bulletin board for advice.

Due to the popularity of this viral web board, it evolved into a manga series, tv drama, novel and movie. I have been watching the TV drama from Crunchyroll. You need not register to watch the drama but I recommend it so that you have full access to their superb selection of tv dramas, movies and anime from Asia. The story is really touching and sweet. I really recommend this drama even for those who are not into romantic comedies. I personally enjoy the interactions and reactions of the bulletin board members - ranging from jocks, otakus, businessmen, single old men and OLs.

For those who want to see the original threads, you can check this site which posts the original thread in Japanese and English (translated). Enjoy!

Don't just take my word, go ahead and watch the 1st episode. Don't worry it has english subtitles.

Let me also post the opening theme video and some few portions of episode 1 in my multiply front page - video portion. Enjoy!


High: Finished Densha Otoko
Low: Spent the whole day inside my apartment :(