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Love and Lies
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
Season 1
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
First Love
2017-07-04 · 23mYukari 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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E02
Episode 2
A Small Lie
2017-07-11 · 23mNeji 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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E03
Episode 3
Overlooked Love
2017-07-18 · 23mRirina 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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E04
Episode 4
The Science of Love
2017-07-25 · 23mLove 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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E05
Episode 5
Risky Love
2017-08-01 · 23mThe camping trip seems to be going well until all four them are forced to confront certain truths about their relationship.
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E06
Episode 6
A Prison to Compel Love
2017-08-08 · 23mNeji 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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E07
Episode 7
A Silent Lie
2017-08-15 · 23mRirina 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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E08
Episode 8
Feelings Without Lies
2017-08-22 · 23mNeji delves deeper into this friendship with Nisaki, and learns Misaki’s true feelings about his relationship with Ririna.
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E09
Episode 9
So Bright It Doesn't Seem Real
2017-08-29 · 23mWith 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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E10
Episode 10
A Love to Give Everything For
2017-09-05 · 23mShuu 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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E11
Episode 11
I Don’t Care If It’s A Lie
2017-09-12 · 23mFeelings 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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E12
Episode 12
Love And Lies
2017-09-19 · 23mNaji 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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Kana Hanazawa
Misaki Takazaki
Yui Makino
Lilina Sanada
Ryota Osaka
Yukari Nejima
Shinnosuke Tachibana
Yusuke Nisaka