Hisamatsu Eito's 'Girlfriend' Manga is Now Streaming on DMM Short as a Short Drama Adaptation
As of today, June 16, 2025, the notable manga "Girlfriend" by Hisamatsu Eito has met its fans in short drama format. The production, which was released simultaneously on the Japanese digital platform DMM Short, consists of a total of 30 short episodes. The lead role is played by actress Hongō Yuzuha, who has previously appeared in various TV dramas and theater plays. Her character is described as "a woman deeply devoted to love, passionate."
Hisamatsu Eito is a manga artist known especially for emotional intensity and character depth. The "Girlfriend" series originally stands out as an adult drama dealing with a woman's obsessive side fed by love, her fragility, and desires. The manga caused a stir among josei (young women) readers at the time of its release, drawing a realistic and shocking portrait of a relationship, like Hisamatsu's earlier works. This short drama adaptation aims to carry the story to a new dimension by visualizing the most critical moments and inner monologues from the manga.
DMM Short is a platform that focuses on "short and impactful" content, which has become popular in the Japanese publishing industry in recent years. The "Girlfriend" adaptation also takes advantage of this format: each episode lasts about a few minutes and focuses on the story's triggering moments. Although who sits in the director's chair has not yet been detailed, it is stated that the adaptation stays tightly faithful to the manga. Additionally, it is observed that in the visual language of the series, Hisamatsu's distinctive panels and compositions are reinterpreted through live action.
This adaptation becomes a notable example among productions transitioning from manga to live action. The fact that Hisamatsu Eito's works have not previously been adapted into anime or series makes "Girlfriend" special. Thanks to this short series, which stays faithful to the author's characters and dialogues, fans have the chance to experience the story with fresh eyes. For now, the production is only accessible on DMM Short, and it is a matter of curiosity whether it will later open to international platforms. If successful, it would not be surprising if Hisamatsu's other mangas are adapted to the screen with a similar approach.
