Synopsis
A jilted runaway bride moves into a quiet pianist's Tokyo apartment for the summer.
What makes Long Vacation worth watching
The trendy drama that defined a generation.
Long Vacation represents a strong example of japan romance from the 1996 production cycle. Japanese studios have spent the past decade refining the kind of long-form storytelling on display here — careful character work, restrained pacing in the early episodes, and a willingness to let emotional beats land without overstatement. The blend of Romance and Drama elements gives the show its tonal signature, sitting somewhere between mainstream comfort viewing and prestige drama.
The cast is led by Kimura Takuya, Yamaguchi Tomoko, Matsu Takako. It originally aired on Fuji TV, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch Long Vacation online
You can currently stream Long Vacation on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- Viki — see all Viki Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
Streaming rights for Asian dramas shift constantly. We update each title page when a new platform picks up a series or a contract expires. If a service is geo-locked in your region, see our guide to legitimate options for international drama viewers.
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