Lesbian drama produced by Japanese femcare brand starts streaming

Femcare brand MAPUTI run by lojus, Inc. (Tokyo, Shibuya Ward) produces a drama series “Yurei no kanojo to watashi no koi,” meaning falling in love with a ghost. The streaming started on its official Youtube and TikTok accounts for free from Friday, September 2. What distinguishes this series is that the story is about a romance between two women, which is still a rare plot in Japanese mainstream media.

Story about a complicated yet heartwarming romance between two women

Makoto Tanaka stars as Rie Aizawa, a newbie novel writer who had spent her life as an ordinary office worker. However, she is afraid to express herself through writing because her boss never approves her proposals despite her countless attempts.

In the meantime, Rie helps a restless spirit, Kei Hasui (Saaya Mima), who was once a talented painter but passed away from an unfortunate accident. Kei reincarnates as a ghost and decides to move into Rie’s apartment to help her write a novel in return. It does not take long for them to fall in love, although their relationship is supernatural and complicated. The story is expected to attract many viewers because of its nail-biting plot development on how their romance, work and dreams turn out as the story goes on.

MAPUTI’s passion to be considerate of women’s needs

Femcare brand MAPUTI was born in 2016 to offer solutions to women with various needs regarding their bodies. MAPUTI is committed to developing products such as body cream, vaginal soap and fragrance oil with organic ingredients and low pH. With praise for its quality, the products are available in 13 countries as of August 2022, and its total sales have reached two million units.

The powerful message behind the drama is no other than the encouragement of women, just like their body care products. MAPUTI has LGBTQ members who have been through a tough time for having loved ones who are of the same gender. They believe the drama will relieve stress and offer a haven for people, especially sexual minorities.

The drama series is seven minutes long and can be streamed on Youtube and TikTok so that it is available at any time, such as during commutes and relaxing times in the evening. The short drama not only makes sexual minorities proud of themselves for being the way they are but also welcomes the future generation embracing diversity.