Terrace House: Tokyo 2019-2020

It has been a while since I last watched the series, but from what I recall, it was exceptionally well done. The cast featured intriguing individuals, entertaining characters, and plenty of drama. However, the abrupt ending left me shocked. Upon further investigation, I discovered that one of the cast members had tragically committed suicide due to online harassment.

This was deeply disturbing, especially as she was one of my favorite participants. I was heartbroken when I learned what had transpired, and what's more frustrating is that Netflix remained silent, abruptly ending the series without addressing the situation. They should have honored her memory, giving her the recognition and respect she deserved, rather than sweeping this tragedy, a consequence of relentless bullying, under the rug. Rest in peace, dear Hana Kimura. ♥

A welcome break from reality shows where people are purposely pitted against each other for the enhanced drama that sells so well in the West. Here, ultra-polite Japanese kids try to find a way to live with each other, obeying the many gentle social norms so common in Japan and so bizarre in the West. Since there is no script, you're left to focus on the little intricacies of everyday living and a look, a word, a sigh acquires much deeper meaning. They are all, in a way, trying to find love, or at least a little bit of TV limelight. The dating connections are so painfully sloooooow, but that's that makes them interesting to watch. Also, there is a panel of the funniest hosts who comment on the going ons once or twice every episode. They bring in a needed break from the meditative pace cracking the craziest jokes, directly lambasting the unfavourited participants. All in all, a brilliant way to get acquainted a bit more with Japanese culture and what makes it so fascinating.

I remembered watching 1st episode of the older season almost 2 years ago & it didn't grab me. This current season pop up on my recommendation & probably due to my age & different settings in my life, different cast etc, this season does grab my attention. Just like any reality show, I think it really helps if the showcased individuals has charms & real personalities instead of fake persona. The producer does a good job so far for this current series. As the camera is not turned on 24/7 & the whole week is edited in 30 minutes, commentator helps bridge the gap on things that are not aired, activities on tweeter etc.

While waiting for the next episode to arrive I actually ending up binging the previous seasons (as I wrote the netflix in the country where I lived aired until eps12 while in factual it's already at eps15) & googling about all the other seasons (there are 4 on Netflix), the good, the bad & the ugly. I managed to just read enough without spoiling it.

Yes, it can be boring, yes it can be cheesy, feel scripted at some points, not intellectually challenging but it's entertaining without overly exaggerating. I'm entertained... so Netflix thank you for sponsoring this show.

Far better than any western reality show. Watched all seasons thoroughly entertained.

The Cadillac of reality TV. The interior is classy, cool, sleek, and there's lots of models.