Manga '35 Years Old, Is Love Impossible Now?' Gets Live-Action Series: Starring Ishiguro Hideo and Iriki Mari
Do you think love becomes impossible as you get older? The popular romantic manga '35 Years Old, Is Love Impossible Now?' (35歳、今さら恋とかありえない) by Mikan (蜜柑子) is getting a live-action drama adaptation. According to Natalie, the series will premiere on July 6 at 25:05 (July 7, 01:05) on TOKYO MX and will also be available simultaneously on DMM TV.
The series stars Ishiguro Hideo (石黒英雄) and Iriki Mari (入来茉里). Ishiguro is known for his roles in productions such as Garo and Kamen Rider, while Iriki Mari is an actress who has appeared in various Japanese dramas and films. The director and screenwriter for the series have not yet been announced, but the adaptation is expected to stay faithful to the manga.
The manga tells the story of a 35-year-old woman rediscovering love in the spring of her life. The work, drawn by Mikan, first began serialization in 2020 on Kodansha's digital platform Comic DAYS. The series quickly gained a large readership and currently spans 7 volumes. This josei manga stands out for its realistic characters and emotional depth, especially among readers in their 30s.
Live-action adaptations have become a popular format in Japan, especially for romantic josei manga. Bringing a story like '35 Years Old, Is Love Impossible Now?' to the screen is important for adult audiences to feel represented. The series is expected to successfully reflect the main themes of the manga – late love, career, and personal growth.
The series, which is expected to share more visuals and casting details in the coming days, has already generated excitement among manga fans. If you also wonder whether a second chance in a relationship is possible, mark July 6 on your calendar. The series will air on TOKYO MX and DMM TV.
