: Actors such as Takuya Kimura (who maintains a 100% ratio in highly rated dramas) and screenwriters like Yasushi Fukuda are significant indicators of commercial success.
The appeal of J-dramas across Asia and globally is often attributed to , where audiences resonate with shared modern experiences. : Actors such as Takuya Kimura (who maintains
: Machine learning models suggest that poster information, specifically facial features and cast arrangement, can predict ratings with over 71% accuracy. 3. Sociological Reception and Cultural Proximity specifically facial features and cast arrangement
This paper examines the evolution of Japanese television dramas (J-dramas) from the "trendy drama" era of the late 1980s to the current global streaming landscape. It analyzes how audience reception—historically centered on domestic ratings—has shifted toward online reviews and digital fan communities. By integrating structural industry data with sociological theories of "cultural proximity" and "Asian modernity," this study illustrates how digital platforms have transformed the consumption and critical evaluation of Japanese popular entertainment. 1. Introduction: From Traditional Theatre to Trendy Dramas : Actors such as Takuya Kimura (who maintains