"Ousama ni Sasagu Kusuriyubi" is a charming and easy-to-watch romantic comedy. Based on a josei manga, this drama is not particularly special in terms of its story or plot - especially right now with "fake marriages" being such a popular trope. However, what really makes this drama are its leads, the rich tsundere Tougo (Yamada Ryosuke) and the poor beautiful girl Ayaka (Hashimoto Kanna). The actors absolutely nail their characters, especially when the story finally takes us below the surface and allows us to better understand some of their trauma and why they are the way they are. Again, the plot itself leaves a bit to be desired, but we get lots of cutesy moments along the way that just kind of make up for it - along with the beloved family dog, Negi! I did want to see more explored with some of the side stories, particularly with Tougo's mother Shizuka (played by the brilliant Matsushima Nanako, who could've brought SO MUCH more depth to her character given the opportunity). Alas, the drama plays to its simple romantic comedy tendencies and leans towards the easier fluffy stuff. Nothing is unexpected, even the ending. Yamada has always been a fantastic actor, but really gets to turn on his idol charm and charisma for this role, which makes him so much fun to watch. It's silly, it's simple, it's cute, and those things are what this drama is built to be, and I recommend it for that. :)