Bad Boys J Episode 1 -

The first episode of the 2013 Japanese drama is generally viewed by fans as a solid start that successfully introduces the "yanki" (delinquent) subculture of Hiroshima, though it has some tonal quirks typical of its manga origins. Key Review Highlights

“Kento was just sooo cute in the last few scenes toward the end when he suddenly becomes the top of Gokuraku Chou... he looked like a baby.” LiveJournal · 13 years ago BAD BOYS J Episode 1

: The show is described as "oozing style" with excellent pacing and impressive fight scenes. While some felt it lacked the specific atmosphere of similar shows like Shiritsu Bakaleya Koukou , it was commended for its willingness to take unexpected turns. The first episode of the 2013 Japanese drama

: The "stable center" provided by Hikaru Iwamoto's character, Yoji, was highly praised for balancing the more eccentric lead. Other Johnny’s members, including Ryosuke Hashimoto, were noted for showing early acting potential that was underutilized in previous projects like Sprout . While some felt it lacked the specific atmosphere

“Though I have trouble with his character, Nakajima Kento-kun did a brilliant job of conveying the bipolar aspect of it.” WordPress.com · 13 years ago

“The show is about manly men doing manly men things. It's not afraid to wear its machismo on its designer sleeves and it's very refreshing in that regard.” WordPress.com · 10 years ago

: A major talking point is the sudden personality shift of the protagonist, Tsukasa Kiriki (Kento Nakajima). Reviewers noted that he starts as a "whiny and wide-eyed" student but undergoes a near-bipolar transformation into a fierce leader after a specific fight.