Takara no Vidro (2024)

A Promising Start: Its Potential and Pitfalls

The series presents a heartwarming tale of friendship and personal growth. The series follows Taishin, a simple-minded student who develops feelings for Takara, a more complex and guarded individual. While the series showcases Taishin's character development effectively, Takara's character remains somewhat one-dimensional.

The pacing of the series can be uneven. With every episode we witness the character development of Taishin from being simple and easily swayed, to one with a bit of confidence through the support of Takara. Takara on the other hand, is a complex character. He fears his controlling nature thereby distancing himself from relationships albeit being the most popular student who learns to love someone through Taishin’s encouragement.

The series however, fails to capture the potential of Takara’s character. We keep hearing him complain about his ‘getting what he wants’ nature but never see that in action. Instead, we see Taishin stumbling daily around his feelings towards Takara. It gets old and tiresome pretty soon. The series would have benefited greatly in showing Takara manipulating Taishin to love him, only to grow through out the series and genuinely love Taishin. Also, the lack of chemistry between the lead characters is a notable drawback, hindering the emotional connection with the story.

In conclusion, despite these shortcomings, Takara no Vidro offers moments of tenderness and heartwarming interactions. Taishin's unwavering dedication and loyalty to Takara are admirable, and the series provides a glimpse into the challenges of navigating a complex relationship.

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Takara no Vidro é um bl curtinho e muito bom de assistir. Não me incomodei com muitas coisas nesse bl, acho que o desenvolvimento do casal foi leve e levou um tempo bom pra acontecer. Os atores principais ficam muito lindos juntos e tem uma boa química.
A única coisa que eu senti falta é de algo mais emocionante acontecendo entre eles dois, mas isso vai de gosto pra gosto, pra quem gosta de um bl mais pacífico, Takara no Vidro é perfeito. Outra coisa que me incomodou um pouco mas também pode ser considerado um ponto positivo em outros olhos foi o fato do Taishin ter uma personalidade muito inocente pra um quase adulto que entrou na faculdade. Fora esses detalhes, eu gostei de acompanhar o lançamento e cada ep me deu um certo conforto, o foco do bl ficou apenas nos protagonistas e seu relacionamento, o bl não tem muita mudança no cenário ou na história, mas você consegue se entreter e você não fica tanto entediado porque eles souberam bem adicionar alguns detalhes pra preencher esse vazio.

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A Hidden Gem

This series not only started emotionally deep, it also ended up being deeply substantial. I honestly felt like we really got to know these two unlikeliest of inamoratos. Do not misinterpret what I just stated, however. Although this is not an intensely romantic story, it is nonetheless a profoundly solemn love story. This is one of the most distinguishable love stories I have ever seen and certainly one of the more insightful Japanese ones. While Japanese BLs sometimes go deep, dark, and pensive and paint life generally in broad strokes as somber, this series projects intimacy between two guys in a non-intimate way but still affirms a sense of profound communion. Overall, however, this is an exceptional and deeply introspective BL from Japan that concentrates on the two protagonists that makes you feel as if you are watching the cultivation of a relationship that is a world onto their own.

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A cute sweet love story

I would say this drama is worth a watch! It’s just a cute sweet love story, although the plot threw me off a little. I was expecting Takara to be a bit meaner and colder at the beginning towards Taishin but actually I didn’t think he was… only a little. It’s a story between two people who are a little unsure and learning how to love each other. Taishin is definitely very innocent even at the end and I would also say Takara is slightly too, they are both learning how to love each other.

I also liked how there was no interruptions from any annoying characters, it was mainly focused on Takara and Taishin’s story, except from the creepy old man.

I actually would have preferred it if there was more episodes, maybe 12 or even 16. I felt like their relationship was beginning to develop but then it ended with 10 episodes. I saw there may be a spin off episode or two, so I’ll definitely be watching that!

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A Story of Innocent Love & Longing

There’s something incredibly beautiful about finding the person who sees beyond the mask you wear to the needy heart beneath.

Adapted from the manga Takara no Vidro by Suzumaru Minta, the Japanese BL Takara’s Treasure tells the story of an innocent boy named Nakano Taishin (Konishi Eito), who follows a young man, Shiga Takara (Iwase Yoji), to university after Takara once helped him deal with the grief of losing his pet.

All while Taishin innocently and naively finds a way into Takara’s heart.

All in all, there is little action in the series outside of the emotional journey both of these characters take. They are a perfect balance of innocence and jadedness.

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https://the-bl-xpress.com/2024/09/10/takaras-treasure-series-review-ep-3-to-10-spinoff/

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A treasure in its own way!

Why is it called Takara’s Treasure? I have my guesses.

Takara has fond memories of his grandfather taking him out for a Ramune soda and getting to keep the marble after he finishes his drink. But to Takara’s mother who vies for riches and expensive jewellery, marbles are not valuable even though they can be sparkly.

Takara enjoys holding a marble up to the light and seeing the universe within a glass circle. It’s his way of seeking beauty and hope in the simplest of things. The point that this show makes is that the notion of ‘treasure’ is highly subjective and personal. The very same marble is both treasure and garbage.

When Takara looks into Taishin’s eyes, he sees himself reflected in his eyes – as glassy, shiny and pretty as marbles.

Ultimately, it’s down to Takara to prove that he sees Taishin as his kind of treasure. Just like the marble in the Ramune soda bottle.

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Mediocre japanese romance series, sweet but too predictable

The series takes place in a college setting. After watching a number of similar Japanese series in recent years, I can still say that it is getting a bit boring and repetitive with the same theme over and over again. Soon it becomes difficult to tell them apart.

Many japanese BL series with almost the same plot: A very shy and nerdy guy, grown up but who behaves as if he were 12 years old, falls in love with a very handsome guy a few years older who takes care of him. A series of misunderstandings that make them almost drift apart, but they end up together anyway. If you have a few hours to spare and want to watch something easy to digest, you can binge watch it. But if you miss it, it doesn't matter, there will probably be many similar series again.

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Repetitive

At first I though the first 4 episodes were cute but I got bored after that. Since it's Like only 10 episodes, they could've shown much more significant things rather than eating curry, the mom having an accident, the several walking lol, etc.

They could have delved deeper with Takara's past with his mom, like having a conclusion, something like that. The final episode had a lot of random scenes. They could have utilized those minutes for other more impactful scenes.

As for the characters, Japanese shows tend to have characters that are so timid and ignorant it's getting irritating. The actors were great though .

Overall, it's rewatchable if you're bored or you missed Iwase Yoji's visual.

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Masterful acting

I think it's wonderful that Yamamoto Kaito, who plays Takara Hiroshi, is doing a fabulous job at portraying a character with such complexity. This type of role requires a delicate balance of awe and vulnerability, and he is executing it beautifully so far. The way Kaito brings out the nuanced layers of Hiroshi's personality is truly captivating. His performance is not just about delivering lines but embodying the essence of Hiroshi's struggles and triumphs.

From the very first episode, Kaito’s portrayal draws you in. He has a unique ability to convey a wide range of emotions through subtle expressions and body language, making Hiroshi a very relatable and engaging character. Whether it's a moment of quiet introspection or awe at his new surroundings, Kaito delivers each scene with authenticity and heart.

"Takara no Vidro" is blending of deep exploration of human relationships and the pursuit of dreams. Iwase Yoji as Shiga Takara also deserves praise for their strong performance, which complements Kaito’s role perfectly and enhances the overall narrative.

The cinematography and set design add another layer of beauty to the show. The visual elements are stunning, with meticulous attention to detail that immerses viewers in Takara’s world. The show's score is another highlight, providing an evocative backdrop that enhances the emotional impact of each scene.

Overall, "Takara no Vidro" is shaping up to be a standout series this season. Yamamoto Kaito’s portrayal of Takara Hiroshi is a key reason for the show’s success in my personal view, and I look forward to seeing how both characters evolve as the story unfolds. This series is definitely one to watch for anyone who appreciates a well-crafted BL's, narrative, and stellar acting performances.

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