Japanese drama, or , refers to television miniseries produced in Japan that typically air in three-month "seasons" (winter, spring, summer, and autumn). Popular Modern J-Dramas Recent global hits and highly-rated series include:
: A popular "contract marriage" romantic comedy. Iconic Classics Unique Features of Drama Series by Japanese Broadcasters
: A high-stakes corporate drama about an idealistic banker fighting corruption.
: A late-night anthology series centered on a chef and his customers' life stories.
: A sweeping romance inspired by Hikaru Utada’s songs, following two teenagers who find each other again as adults.
: A thriller where people are trapped in a deserted Tokyo and must compete in deadly games to survive.
