Embracing Love: Cherished Spring English Sub & Dub

About Embracing Love: Cherished Spring

Here is what Embracing Love: Cherished Spring (春を抱いていた) is about, retold in plain terms: a drama and romance anime (2005). The setup: The adorable and attractive main characters of Haru wo Daiteita are Kyousuke Iwaki and Youji Katou who are both in the film industry. Iwaki is accepted to star in a popular movie, having beaten Katou in the auditions.

As things develop, during their time together, Katou believes he is in love with Iwaki-San, who on the contrary refuses to believe that he is in love. It is later on that another gay actor comes back to Japan and co-stars with Katou that problems starting arising. It is from then on that the two realise where their hearts are set.

As a drama title, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Voice work is led by Kazuhiko Inoue as Nagisa Sawa and Toshiyuki Morikawa as Kyousuke Iwaki. Think of it as a pick for viewers who prefer story and feelings over flashy action. With 2 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Within the drama category, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. With a 5.8/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. Voice casting, including Kazuhiko Inoue as Nagisa Sawa, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2005, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.