The most popular Korean drama that was very successful in Japan is probably “Winter Sonata” starring Bae Yong Joon.
Even if you haven’t seen Winter Sonata, the phrase “I like you” in the film is probably a phrase you’ve heard once.
In this article, I will introduce the successful Winter Sonata in Japan.
What is Winter Sonata?
Winter Sonata is a love triangle between a woman who married her childhood friend and a man who fell in love with her but died in a car accident.
It became a big boom among Japanese housewives, and Bae Yong Joon, who played one of the leading roles, became popular in Japan. This boom was also called the Winter Sonata phenomenon. This boom is an important work that has made Korean dramas recognized in Japan.
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