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Love and Lies

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In a futuristic society, Japan has implemented a complex system referred to as "The Red Threads of Science" to encourage successful marriages and combat increasingly low birthrates. Based on a compatibility calculation, young people at the age of 16 are assigned marriage partners by the government, with severe repercussions awaiting those who disobey the arrangement. For Yukari Nejima, a teen that considers himself average in every way, this system might be his best shot at living a fulfilling life. However, spurred by his infatuation for his classmate and long-time crush, Misaki Takasaki, Yukari defies the system and confesses his love. After some initial reluctance, Misaki reciprocates his feelings in a moment of passion. Unfortunately, before the two can further their relationship, Yukari receives his marriage notice. He is then thrown into a confusing web of love and lies when his less-than-thrilled assigned partner, Ririna Sanada, becomes fascinated with his illicit romance.

Cast:
Kana Hanazawa, Yui Makino, Ryota Osaka, Shinnosuke Tachibana
Language:
Japanese
Country:
Japan
Network:
TOKYO MX, Sun TV, BS11, tvk

Episode guide

Seasons

2 available

Season 1

Episodes

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Episode 1

First Love

2017-07-04 · 23m

Yukari Nejima has been in love with Misaki Tazaki since grade school. He finally builds the confidence to confess his feelings, but nothing goes as planned.

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Episode 2

A Small Lie

2017-07-11 · 23m

Neji has now been appointed a wife by the government. When he meets his future wife Ririna, he’s surprised by her reaction when he reveals his secret.

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Episode 3

Overlooked Love

2017-07-18 · 23m

Ririna invites Neji over to her house only to find Misaki already there. It’s apparent that Ririna has other plans for her assigned husband.

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Episode 4

The Science of Love

2017-07-25 · 23m

Love is complicated when you’re inside the Yukari system. Neji and Ririna must navigate the ministry together if they want their lie to come out intact.

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Episode 5

Risky Love

2017-08-01 · 23m

The camping trip seems to be going well until all four them are forced to confront certain truths about their relationship.

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Episode 6

A Prison to Compel Love

2017-08-08 · 23m

Neji and Ririna have been assigned a special lecture, things take an awkward turn when they realize the nature of the lecture.

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Episode 7

A Silent Lie

2017-08-15 · 23m

Ririna is confused about her feelings for Neji, especially after the special lecture. Meanwhile, Misaki questions her role in Neji and Ririna’s life.

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Episode 8

Feelings Without Lies

2017-08-22 · 23m

Neji delves deeper into this friendship with Nisaki, and learns Misaki’s true feelings about his relationship with Ririna.

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Episode 9

So Bright It Doesn't Seem Real

2017-08-29 · 23m

With the Romeo and Juliet play about to begin, Neji has a heart to heart with Nisaka about his feelings for the girls.

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Episode 10

A Love to Give Everything For

2017-09-05 · 23m

Shuu tries to shed light on Misaki’s situation to Ririna and Neji, she also reveals more about the notices and its origins.

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Episode 11

I Don’t Care If It’s A Lie

2017-09-12 · 23m

Feelings start to be questioned when the gang ends up at a wedding, and Misaki can’t help but wish for a lie of her own.

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Episode 12

Love And Lies

2017-09-19 · 23m

Naji is forced to face his growing feelings for Ririna head on. With so much on the line, what will happen when these emotions finally start clashing?

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Cast

Kana Hanazawa

Kana Hanazawa

Misaki Takazaki

Yui Makino

Yui Makino

Lilina Sanada

Ryota Osaka

Ryota Osaka

Yukari Nejima

Shinnosuke Tachibana

Shinnosuke Tachibana

Yusuke Nisaka

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