Love Lasts Forever (Koi wa Tsuzuku yo Doko Made mo)- Drama Review
DramaZen's Opinion
"An Incurable Case of Love" – A Fairy Tale Romance that Steals Your Heart
The best fairy tales aren’t just about the prince falling in love with his Cinderella—they're about the audience falling for her too. And that’s exactly how I felt about Sakura Nanase. From the very first episode, you can’t help but root for her with all your heart. You cheer for her victories, tear up when life knocks her down, and feel your heart race right along with hers during those romantic moments. When she stumbles, you want to fight her battles for her, and when she makes a wrong choice, you’re screaming, “Nooo!” like it’s your own love story unraveling. Sakura’s joy, kindness, and unwavering belief in others light up the entire series. Her spirit is unstoppable, and Mone Kamishiraishi’s performance brings her to life in the most charming way—two snaps and a standing ovation for an actress who made Sakura truly unforgettable.
This love story hits all the right fairy tale beats. (1) Fate steps in early when high school Sakura crosses paths with Dr. Kairi Tendo in a fleeting, life-changing moment that sparks her dream of becoming a nurse. (2) Sakura is an ordinary girl from a working-class family, while Dr. Tendo comes from privilege—a brilliant surgeon with a cold, prickly demeanor. (3) Determined to meet him again, Sakura works hard to become a nurse, only to find herself placed in the same hospital—and the same department—under his stern supervision. But things don't start smoothly. Clumsy and inexperienced, Sakura’s early days on the job are filled with missteps, and Dr. Tendo isn’t one to tolerate mistakes. Their rocky start seems like a disaster waiting to happen... or maybe the beginning of something beautiful.
What truly elevates "An Incurable Case of Love" is the slow unthawing of Dr. Tendo’s frozen heart. Watching this stoic, guarded man begin to crack under the warmth of Sakura’s presence makes for some of the most touching moments in the drama. Every romantic gesture feels like a grand reveal—completely out of character and irresistibly sweet. From his heartfelt promises in the ambulance to the kisses he sneaks during their budding romance, each move is filled with surprising tenderness.
Who could forget the emotional back-hug when Sakura runs from him, and he whispers, “I thought you said you’d never leave me”? Or the playful moment when she tries to seduce him, leaving us giggling with secondhand butterflies? And when Sakura falls unconscious, his unwavering vigil at her bedside shows just how deeply he cares. One of the most swoon-worthy moments of all is when he unexpectedly introduces her to his parents, declaring with quiet pride, “This is Sakura, the woman I love and will marry.” And let’s not forget the heartfelt proposal at the airport, followed by their small, intimate wedding surrounded by friends.
But what makes this drama truly unforgettable is Sakura’s constant, radiant smile—a beacon of hope and joy that never fades, no matter how tough things get. "An Incurable Case of Love" is a romance that sneaks up on you, capturing your heart with every scene. It’s a story about two imperfect people finding each other and creating something magical—proof that love, in all its unexpected ways, can be the most beautiful cure of all.
A heart-fluttering, feel-good 10/10.