Channeru wa sono mama!

I'm glad I decided to watch this through the end, despite mixed feelings about the first episode. But the lead actress is so charismatic and fun to watch, that kept me going. After lots of light comedy, the last episode turned out to be surprisingly moving, making the whole series a very positive experience.

Stay Tuned is a laughter riot from the get go. It's a show about the travails of Hanako Yukimaru, an eccentric, clumsy woman who applies to a channel for the role of a screenwriter, only to find herself accidentally interviews for (and somehow, selected for) a job in the reporting department! The rest of the show follows how Yukimaru's behavior forces everyone to be on their toes at all times, often having to cover up for her mistakes, while also at times showcasing her eccentricity, coming up with ideas that others wouldn't have even thought of.

I did not have much of an expectation before I began watching the show, but let me tell you, I was pleasantly surprised. This show's a home run. Combined with great acting, a good plot, and a short episode run of just 5 episodes, its definitely something everyone must watch! 10/10

I think it should have been 10 episodes or a second season because it really is great show. Nothing original but the lead actress is so right for her part. I don't see anyone else doing so perfect. My first ever Japanese show and I really loved it.

So far the best Japanese show I saw on Netflix! Midnight diner would be close second. The actors did a great job, especially the main actress, and the news director. Very goofy and funny and at the end of series turned out be quite moving too. Re watched it 3 times already(mainly because Im learning Japanese but re watching was not a chore at all, I keep noticing new details each time). I hope they're going to release a second season!

Japanese tv is basically the last remaining bastion of tv shows that are not obsessed with romance or political correctness Yukimaru is someone that anyone can relate to but also someone who sports exceptional optimism and teamwork. At the same time she is a huge bungler doing many things wrong. But because she is so honest and hard working, she always seems to win the day. Only the Japanese could make a comedy show about the running on a news TV station really interesting and it is because of a feeling generated that makes you care for all the characters especially Yukimaru. It is quite evocative of "Sunset on third street" despite being set in a very different time and place. I laughed out loud a lot with some utterly hilarious moments. The subs are quite good and give non Japanese speakers the chance to understand the jokes well. Overall I loved this show