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Mischievous Kiss: Love in Tokyo 2013

★ 7.6/10 · 46 votes ComedyDrama 2 seasons · 32 eps Ended
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What is Mischievous Kiss: Love in Tokyo?

Mischievous Kiss: Love in Tokyo is a 2013 Japanese television drama based on the manga Itazura na Kiss by Kaoru Tada. The series stars Honoka Yahagi and Yuki Furukawa in the lead roles and aired on Fuji Television.

Type
TV series
Year
2013
Status
Ended
Episodes
32
Runtime
50 minutes
First aired
Mar 29, 2013
Last aired
Mar 23, 2015
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
Fuji TV
Genres
Comedy, Drama
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Overview

Mischievous Kiss: Love in Tokyo is a 2013 Japanese television drama based on the manga Itazura na Kiss by Kaoru Tada. The series stars Honoka Yahagi and Yuki Furukawa in the lead roles and aired on Fuji Television. The story follows Kotoko Aihara, a high school student who is not particularly academically gifted, and her developing relationship with the intelligent and popular Naoki Irie. After being rejected by Naoki, Kotoko's life takes an unexpected turn when her home is damaged by an earthquake, forcing her to relocate temporarily with her father to a new residence. This move brings her into closer contact with Naoki again, setting the stage for further interactions between them. The series explores themes of young love, personal growth, and overcoming social barriers within a school setting. It consists of 16 episodes and received a parental guidance rating of PG-13. The show's title references both the playful nature of youthful romance and the lighthearted troubles that arise from it.

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“A high school student faces an unexpected living arrangement after confessing her feelings to a classmate.”

Reasons to watch
  • classic school romance premise
  • engaging character dynamics
Keep in mind
  • protagonist faces harsh rejection
  • unforeseen living situation

Watch it if you enjoy stories about high school crushes and accidental cohabitation.

The series features themes of school life, romantic rejection, and family dynamics.

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Season 2 · 16 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

A student named Kotoko Aihara falls for a classmate named Naoki Irie and eventually ends up living in his home.

Does Naoki return Kotoko's feelings?

Initially, Naoki rejects Kotoko because he does not like women he considers to be unintelligent.

Why does Kotoko move into a new house?

Her original home was severely damaged by an earthquake.

Who does Kotoko live with?

She moves in with her father's friend, who happens to be the parent of Naoki Irie.

What is the tone of the series?

The story focuses on the romantic and personal developments between two high school students in a changing environment.