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Jin is an utterly remarkable TV drama and a true masterpiece of storytelling and emotional depth. Spanning a total of 22 episodes, the series is structured with sub-stories that seamlessly intertwine, creating a cohesive and perfectly balanced narrative right up to the final episode.

I watched Jin on Netflix in December 2024 and was astounded by its exceptional cinematography and acting, particularly considering that the series originally aired in 2009. Its production values and performances remain timeless, offering a cinematic experience that feels far ahead of its time.

Set against the backdrop of historical events, Jin presents a fictional narrative rather than striving for strict historical accuracy, yet it achieves a level of authenticity reminiscent of NHK's Taiga dramas. This creative liberty may render a few characters unconventional, but it is crucial to remember that Jin is a science-fiction drama, not a historical documentary. The series masterfully blends fictional elements with well-researched historical settings, bringing 19th-century Japan to life in a manner that feels both authentic and narratively compelling. The protagonist, Dr Jin Minakata, and his companions tackle complex challenges of the past with ingenuity and humanity, making each episode both engaging and thought-provoking.

At its core, the drama explores profound questions about the essence of humanity, the evolution of medicine, and the impact of historical events on the present and future. These themes are presented with an emotional resonance that encourages viewers to reflect deeply on the human condition.

Although the drama diverges slightly from Motoka Murakami's original manga in terms of subplots and its conclusion, the television adaptation offers its own unique charm. Its more grounded and realistic portrayal of certain scenes enhances the emotional connection to the story. Fans of the manga will find the drama equally compelling, while newcomers to Jin will appreciate its standalone brilliance.

I wholeheartedly recommend Jin to anyone who has yet to experience this extraordinary drama. Its exploration of humanity, history, and the timeless quest for progress makes it a must-watch masterpiece that transcends genres and generations.

Truly a fantastic series that grabs you from the beginning, interesting from every point of view, I congratulate the director his team and all the artists who act there because they really are very good. Ryoma you make me laugh sometimes!

You learn a lot about the history of Japan from its food, from the harsh reality they lived through and how they got through it.

The most important thing for me is the message that is always there to keep moving forward, fight and be the cause to achieve what you want while maintaining a defined purpose, makeup, costumes, stage and sound, everything in place.

This TV series is truly a masterpiece,full of emotions in every episode.The plot is amazing and the actors are wonderful. It's meaningful and it brings tears to my eyes a lot of times. I strongly recommend everyone to watch this at least once.

The Jin series is truly a masterpiece! If you're a fan of time travel narratives, this one stands out as one of the finest from start to finish. The storytelling is compelling, and the performances are pretty great across the board. I could easily name so many of the cast members who brought their characters to life with great skill. However, it's the dynamic between Jin and Saki that truly captured my heart. Ryoma Sakamoto's character adds an irreplaceable personality to the series, elevating it to a whole new level. Without him, it simply wouldn't be the same. Many supporting characters add their own unique flavor, making each moment feel rich and engaging.

This is a gem. Captivating story, endearing characters, superb acting, superior production values and fantastic music. A treat not only for those with an interest in Japanese history, but for anyone looking for thoughtful, engaging drama.

Just as the title says, I recommend you ignore the low ratings. This is because I truly believe those who have rated this drama as under 7 have either a) never watched a Japanese drama or b) truly did not understand the story.

Without containing any spoilers, I will try to summarize what I believe to be the primary motives, or rather the point of the whole story. Please keep in mind that I'm also accounting for Season 2, which doesn't seem to be recognized in the actor credits here.

Jin (or Time Slip Dr. Jin in the manga) is the primary protagonist of this story but he, like every good protagonist is fundamentally flawed. He can't forgive himself for his mistakes and it plagues him throughout the story; whether it be with reference to Miki, or any other patient he attends to, this uncharacteristically good nature of his inevitably disables him as a person, especially a relatable person.

For those who have felt as if they haven't made a difference in the world, or what you do is not enough for others, HE is your character foil. But the story isn't about how flawed he is, it's about understanding one's limitations, and accepting the fate that has been handed to you -- in essence, accepting that you, like any other human on this planet, has their limits. Does that mean that fate is inescapable? Not necessarily, it simply means that we sometimes have to realize that whatever paths have been laid out for us, fate, or destiny is drawn out by those who surround us just as much as it is effected by us.

Ultimately, this story does raise questions (perhaps religious ones), but allows us as the viewers to draw conclusions for ourselves. If that isn't your "cup of tea" then I suggest you watch something less thought provoking... like a Twilight movie.. maybe that'll be better suited towards your tastes.

Very well done, kept me captivated, several scenes I watched more than once to get the full meaning. The character Ryôma ( actually played by a westerner is multi faceted Samurai one minute, the innocence of a child, very forceful but diplomatic when he has to be, possibly a spiritual guide to keep Jin on the right path. Historical at times yes SciFi yes, Love story yes and no. Many twists in the plot, some you may see coming other you won't especially the ending but it tied it all together, bring a hanky or tissue. Do wish they had dubbed it in English instead of subtitles not that fast of reader.

A touching series from start to finish, well acted, in a very Japanese style. We get lost in the political turmoil around 1860 in Japan, where war between factions was apparently the order of the day. But the surgeon Jin, who inexplicably travels back in time to this era, brings a magnificent touch of humanity, tolerance and mutual aid, where he puts all his medical and surgical knowledge at the service of all, without distinction. The two seasons focus on how he passes on his medical knowledge and know-how to a team of doctors, including the charming Saki, who is entirely devoted to learning the art of medicine from Jin. The extremely beautiful and pure relationship between them occupies a large part of the story's unfolding. Young Saki is the model of a young woman of great purity and touching idealism. A platonic relationship of respect and admiration grows deeply with Jin. In a very Asian style, the series takes the time to show the feelings between Jin and Saki, through the many adventures the two of them have in saving lives. In Jin's hospital, they reinvent penicillin and other modern techniques inconceivable at the time. The series isn't perfect. There's a lot of repetition, and the reference to Jin's sense of history 140 years before his time can be tiresome. In spite of this, the series is extremely pleasant to watch and has a timeless, universal dimension. You'll be hooked.

I think the tv show should of been about this I only watch 7 espoides but they are hinting someone also from the future is here The main character went back in time and he was a doctor I wish the 2 of them argued should penincillin be made 100 years before it was Only cause what happens now With super bug being resistant already What happened if it was invented 100 years before I think that would of been fun Or maybe it wouldn't of Who knows Maybe that does happen Who knows.

I still don't know why I have to write so much I am not getting paid but so far so good The way he has to figure out everything is pretty cool.

It's a very interesting idea which it what got me interested and kept me watching The development of characters that you genuinely grow to like and care about Acting was top notch as was the typical music in these dramas I'm afraid to say too much to give away the story of events so it's gonna be hard to get to the required character requirement That said I think it's a must watch at only 22 episodes we'll only becoz I've watched some that are 70 or 80 episodes I couldn't wait for the end and how they tied it all up and it was moving and just perfect.

Big props to the writers and whomever started the concept. Enjoy!

The character Seiyô Uchino, played by Ryôma Sakamoto was a disastrous cast. If the whole drama series without his involvement, it could be a great one. But sadly, with his constant overacting like a clown, sometimes even more like a jerk, the viewing had become almost a torture. Every scene with his presence, the exaggeration of his facial expressions, his unnatural body movements, his hands gestures, the delivery of his overblown dialog, suddenly, this supposed to be sincere and touching drama, would become a farce-like practical joke! I don't know how the director or the screen writer(s) would have allowed or even encouraged him to play such important role. Seiyô Uchino is suppose to be a very serious ronin samurai, what Ryôma Sakamoto performed only degraded him as a half-crazy unstable jerk. All the characters in this drama looked normal and acted normally. It supposed to be a quite serious time-traveling sci-fi drama, mixed with Japan's historical background and historical figures, but allowing this Ryôma Sakamoto to freely exaggerated as he liked, this drama series has become an almost unbearable viewing experience. I have to fast forward whenever this jerk-like clown appeared, even it's critically important.

I HAVE BEEN COMPLAING ALOT LATELY ABOUT THE POOR QUALITY OF WRITING COMING OUT IN RECENT TV SHOWS. THEN I STUMBLED ON "JIN" ON NETFLIX. HERE IS AN EXAMPLE OF THE TYPE OF QUALITY WRITING I AM LOOKING FOR NOW. ALSO "JIN" HAS TOP NOTCH ACTING, DIRECTION, SET DESIGN, ETC. EVEN TIME i HEARD THE THEME SONG i TEARED UP. THE ML RECENTLY STARRED AS THE GENERAL IN THE SERIES OF "KINGDOM" MOVIES. I WAS AMAZED AS HIS PHYSICAL TRANSFORMATION. HE WAS THE REASON I KEPT WATCHING "KINGDOM". THEN I SAW HIM STAR IN "JIN" WOW! PLEASE BRING BACK THE WRITERS FROM "JIN" TO WRITE MORE TV SERIES FOR US NOW! JUST WATCH IT. YOU WILL SEE!

Just binge-watched most of two seasons of Jin and intend to finish, because I like it a lot. I have a question: Seiyo Uchino as Ryoma Sakamoto uses all the same verbal mannerisms that Toshiro Mifune used as Kikuchio in The Seven Samurai. I assume Seiyo is not imitating Mifune. Are they both using a regional accent, or possibly, since Kikuchio is a peasant masquerading as a samurai, and Sakamoto is a "country samurai", not considered high class in Edo, maybe a sort of country-hick, lower-class way of speaking? In both productions, the other samurai have a much more restrained style of speaking.

This Japanese show is the best for everyone if who can understand Japanese. With English sab, there are a lot of words you can't translate exactly the nuance, feelings and meanings. Japanese language has many delicate words (meanings) there. That's why it's hard to get these deep feelings in this story with characters. If you are Japanese speaker, you would be moving your heart and can't stop to cry.

This show came from Japanese Manga. It is actually different story from it, mostly the last. But both of them are very wonderful stories I think.

There are lots of VERY delicate words that other languages have not.

Such as WABI SABI. YOROSHIKU ONEGAISHIMASU.

OTUKARESAMA DESITA and lots of else.

While watching JIN, I couldn't help but think of a 1961 Twilight Zone episode called "100 Years Over the Rim." Both stories involve time travel and the use of penicillin to save lives in a time where it didn't exist yet.

In JIN, a modern doctor goes back to the Edo period and tries to recreate penicillin to help people. In the Twilight Zone episode, a man from 1847 accidentally ends up in the future, finds penicillin, and takes it back to save his son.

Different settings, but the same powerful idea: using future knowledge to make a difference in the past. If you liked JIN, you might find that old episode surprisingly familiar - and just as meaningful.

Jin is nothing short of a masterpiece, a series that effortlessly blends historical drama, emotional depth, and impeccable storytelling into an unforgettable experience. From the very first episode, you are drawn into a world that is as visually stunning as it is emotionally gripping, leaving you captivated by its multifaceted brilliance.

At its core, Jin is a poignant exploration of the changes that led to the Meiji Restoration, a transformative period in Japanese history. The series masterfully captures the societal shifts, the tension between tradition and modernity, and the historical depiction of Japan's pre-Meiji era with remarkable authenticity. Every frame feels like a window into the past, immersing you in a world of cultural richness and historical significance.

The evolution of medical treatments from traditional practices to modern advancements is another compelling dimension of the series. Watching the protagonist navigate the challenges of introducing modern medicine into a society bound by tradition is both fascinating and deeply inspiring. The show's attention to detail in portraying medical practices is a testament to its commitment to realism and accuracy.

Emotionally, Jin is a rollercoaster that leaves no heart untouched. The tension of lost love, the beauty of human connections, and the raw honesty between characters make this series profoundly moving. The characters are exquisitely crafted-each one brimming with integrity, strength, and vulnerability. Their struggles, triumphs, and relationships are portrayed with such subtlety and authenticity that you can't help but become emotionally invested in their journeys.

The acting is nothing short of extraordinary. Every performance is nuanced and deeply touching, bringing the characters to life in a way that feels genuine and heartfelt. The beauty of the characters, both in their physical presence and inner qualities, shines through, making them unforgettable.

What truly sets Jin apart is its ability to seamlessly weave multiple dimensions together. The historical drama, the evolution of medicine, the depiction of societal norms, and the deeply personal stories all blend harmoniously, creating a narrative that is as complex as it is compelling.

In every sense, Jin is a work of art-a series that touches the soul, stimulates the mind, and leaves an indelible mark on the heart. Its beauty, integrity, and emotional depth make it a must-watch for anyone who appreciates masterful storytelling. Whether you're drawn to historical dramas, emotionally resonant narratives, or simply great television, Jin is an experience you will treasure forever.

Music was Totally inappropriate. Chosen by people with no sense, taste or respect for the historical setting Ruined the series for me. Turned the sound off, relied on the subtitles

Saving grace was the Japanese locations The characterisation was good and the script was on the mark Pity about the music

Watch Shogun, either the movie or the current series.

Totally inappropriate. Chosen by people with no sense of taste or respect for the historical setting Ruined the series.

Saving grace was the Japanese locations The characterisation was good and the script was on the mark Pity about the music

Watch Shogun, either the movie or the curren.

I found this series by accident and it's rather enjoyable. The acting isn't exactly Oscar or BAFTA winning and at times, it borders on the comical and ridiculous.

However, I love the Japanese culture, language and its deep history. My favourite character was Saki. A Sweet and innocent but also charming and lovable character.

The outright winner though has to be various kimonos worn by the female actresses! Absolutely stunning & beautiful and I know in this present day, how much they cost and it varies depending on the occasion it's to be worn for.

However, the constant loud background music during conversations by characters was really irritating and annoying. Luckily, as I don't understand Japanese, I was reading subtitles, but nonetheless - it was a real distraction and off putting.