Asian Drama Challenge- Day 2

Day 2: Your First Japanese drama?

Let see, my first Japanese drama was definitely one that I can't forget at all. It is still one of my all time favorite Japanese drama

1 Litre of Tears! Yes. This was actually my first Japanese drama, and I picked the most tearjerker among tearjerkers. This drama was so amazing that it sets such a high standard for me when I look for a Japanese drama to watch. First of all, the title is a little weird because it's spelled 1 Litre not 1 Liter. This drama is about a young high schooler that diagnosed with an incurable diease called spinocerebellar degeneration, which later lead to bedridden, unable to walk, talk, or eat. 1 Liter of Tears is base off a real story that told a journey of a brave young female that fought this disease and how her family and friends helped her with it. 

This drama so much emotions of youth, friendship, family. It slowly sucks you in with this enriched emotions and never let you out. Erika Sawajiri becomes extremely famous after this show and this becomes such an iconic role for her. It's a double edge sword that made her never get out of that Aya role-- she was offered another role as an incurable patient that has extreme allergic reaction from UV rays (Taiyo no Uta or Midnight Sun)-- much similar to the role in the drama 1 Liter of Tears. Nishikido Ryo was also extremely popular after this role. As a member of Johnny's Entertainment, many were shocked of his portrayals of the love interest of Aya, many of his crying scenes were emotionally touching and real!

This drama will make you shed literally 1 Liter of tears! Not Kidding! The impact that it creates is phenomenal. The real Aya who wrote in her diaries change the life of many, including herself. It makes you realized the beauty of being alive, and the appreciation for your family and friends. It makes you thankful for what you have today. 

Apparently, they're creating a remake for this drama, which is going to starred with Park Bo Young. This is such a great news because Park Bo Young has the innocent looks of a high schooler and her the acting skills that will delivers the sadness and the deep meaning behind this story. I'm Excited!!