I first put this drama on my watchlist, because of the interesting story but also because of the year that it aired. I really wanted to watch how Japan was portrayed. I watched the clothes they wore, the places they went to, their lives without cell phones with nostalgia. It was a little like a time capsule!
Now, what I really liked at first about the drama was male lead's character. He was a shy, honest and generous person. I also liked the female lead, because she was happy and easygoing. They both were nice people, which is not a given. In addition, there wasn't any malicious character, which I really liked. The story wasn't something new and it unfolded somewhat slowly, so I really encourage you to stick to it. The drama had a realistic approach on life and depicted many common situations in life, for example, the worries the society causes to an unmarried woman over 30, how people waver between choices and the attitude you should have when you want someone who doesn't want you. The characters all acted with dignity.
I really recommend this drama to everyone who wants something calm, realistic and slowpaced!