
Kyoko's, a wheelchair-bound librarian, first meeting with her hairdresser leads to more encounters as Kyoko starts to like him because he treats her normally despite her condition.
Cast: Takuya Kimura, Takako Tokiwa, Atsuro Watabe
TV-14HDCC
Season 1
11 episodes
1. Wheelchair LoveAfter getting into a traffic argument with a woman, hair stylist Shuji arrives at the same destination as her — and makes an unexpected discovery.TV-14CC54minJan 16, 2000
2. Two People's DreamsHoping to become a top stylist at Hot Lip, Shuji visits the library to think up a new hairstyle. Kyoko tries to understand her feelings towards him.TV-14CC54minJan 23, 2000
3. Night KissHaving unwittingly leaked Shuji's new haircut design to his biggest rival, Kyoko attempts to make up for it by researching popular hairstyles.TV-14CC54minJan 30, 2000
4. I Want to See YouShuji rushes to the library to tell Kyoko he has been promoted at the salon but is shocked to discover she has left on a sudden overseas trip.TV-14CC54minFeb 6, 2000
5. Cold RainShuji learns that fame comes at a price as a surge of customer bookings and interview requests begin to drive a wedge between him and Kyoko.TV-14CC54minFeb 13, 2000
6. Love RivalAfter Shuji gets injured during the live event, Kyoko feels personally responsible and grapples with anxiety about her inadequacy as his partner.TV-14CC54minFeb 20, 2000
7. Distance of the HeartKyoko invites Shuji to meet her family but an overly protective Masao is suspicious of his true intentions. Later, she sees Shuji with Satsuki.TV-14CC54minFeb 27, 2000
8. TruthUnable to trust Shuji, Kyoko visits a gallery to spy on Satsuki but suffers a painful fall. Shuji learns about the full extent of Kyoko’s illness.TV-14CC54minMar 5, 2000
9. Your LifeShuji gives Kyoko a key to his apartment, opening the door to a brighter future together — until some concerning news threatens their happiness.TV-14CC54minMar 12, 2000
10. Some Kind of WonderfulWorried about Kyoko’s upcoming re-examination, Shuji struggles to remain focused at work. Meanwhile, Sachie gives Masao some surprising news.TV-14CC54minMar 19, 2000
11. To the FutureDespite Kyoko's diagnosis and Shuji’s work dilemma, the young lovers resolve to live positively and enjoy the time they have left together.TV-14CC54minMar 26, 2000
Beautiful Life
★ 8.2/1020001 season11 episodesEnded
I always thought it was two people.
Kyoko's, a wheelchair-bound librarian, first meeting with her hairdresser leads to more encounters as Kyoko starts to like him because he treats her normally despite her condition.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Nobuhiro Doi, Jirō Shōno
- Created by
- Eriko Kitagawa
- Studio
- TBS
Maturity rating
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