From romance, fantasy to thriller, here are our top picks of the best Japanese dramas to watch on Netflix
Japanese dramas may be little bit overshadowed by the more popular Korean dramas, but that doesn't mean there aren't a number of noteworthy ones that you should give a try. In fact, Japanese cinema has always been a powerhouse from the early days of Akira Kurosawa, the prime of Japanese horror, to the visually stunning animated works of Hayao Miyazaki. And this greatness extends to its drama series. Lucky for us, Netflix has a lot to offer.
While most of them tend to be adapted from manga (Japanese comics) series, that doesn't mean they aren't worth your time. In fact, because they're adapted from popular material, it's only right for them to be adapted into a series. With the recently released Alice in Borderland topping Netflix Hong Kong's charts, Japanese dramas are here to stay. From romance, thrillers to fantasy, we rounded up our top picks.
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1. Alice in Borderland
Alice in Borderland is the latest Netflix series to drop, and is already proving to be popular, claiming the number one spot in Hong Kong. The drama, based on a manga series is set in a dystopian Tokyo and follows directionless gamer, Ryohei Arisu (Kento Yamazaki) who finds the once bustling city now abandoned after meeting with friends in Shibuya station. A voice directs him to a game they're required to play but it's not just any other game, it's a game they have to play in order to survive.
Despite its grim, survival set-up, the drama is also full of thrills and excitement and perhaps that's something we all need while in quarantine.