New Arrivals
たべっ子どうぶつ THE MOVIE
Dream Animals biscuits, a long-selling snack beloved by Japanese since its launch in 1978 has been sold in more than 20 countries around the world and features the animal names written in English on the biscuits. The product has enjoyed an explosion in popularity in recent years as merchandise, especially among young people. Now for the first time, the product is given treatment as an animated movie called Dream Animals: The Movie. How will these animal biscuit characters behave and sound as they embark upon a thrilling adventure while tugging at your heartstrings with endearingly rich personalities.
Japan Release: 2025.5.1
La Grande Maison Tokyo SPECIAL
グランメゾン東京 スペシャル
Hayami became the first Asian female chef to earn a three-star Michelin rating within just a year of opening her restaurant. However, the spread of the new coronavirus caused a severe blow to her business. In a bid to survive, she returns to online sales of frozen dinners and recipes, which causes her dishes to focus more on appearance than taste, putting ‘Grand Maison Tokyo’ in danger of losing one of its Michelin stars. Meanwhile, the restaurant’s former top chef, Natsuki Obana, has disappeared somewhere in France. However, when Hayami visits a restaurant in Kyoto, rumored to soon be nominated as the world’s best French restaurant, she is convinced that Obana is there. Why has he mysteriously returned to Japan?!
하야미는 레스토랑 오픈 불과 1년만에 아시아인 여성 최초로 별 3개 레스토랑의 셰프가 되었지만 코로라 바이러스가 만연하여 큰 타격을 입는다.
살아남기 위해 통신판매용 냉동식품이나 레시피 사이트로 활로를 찾아보지만 보기에만 좋은 요리가 되어가고「그랑 메종 도쿄」가 미슐랭 별을 잃게 되는 위기적 상황에 처한다….
한편, 파리에 가 있어야 할 오바나는 자취를 감추고 연락이 두절되었다.
하야미와 쿠즈미는 세계 톱 레스토랑에 노미네이트된다고 소문이 난 프렌치 레스토랑을 찾아가고 그 가게에 오바나가 있을 것이라고 확신한다.
오바나가 일본으로 돌아온 목적은 무엇일까!?
雖然早見在餐廳開幕後,僅用了一年便成為米奇林三星餐廳的第一位亞洲女性主廚,但卻由於新冠疫情而大受打擊。
為了繼續生存便開始進行冷凍食品網購、食譜網站等方式試圖找出活路,但卻因只能做出外表好看的餐點,讓「Grand Maison 東京」陷入了失去米其林星評價的危機中…。
另一方面,本應前往巴黎的尾花突然斷了聯絡,不知去向。
早見與久住動身前往被提名為世界頂級餐廳的法式餐廳,他們堅信尾花就在這裡―。
尾花回到日本的目的究竟是!?
正体
The protagonist is an 18-year-old innocent death-row prisoner.
The man who was unable to trust others gradually begins to trust others and open his heart by finding true friendship and love in various places he hides out.
A human drama depicting a long runaway after escaping from a prison to reveal one's true identity.
Japan Release: 2024.11.29
忘れっぽいハムレット
This special drama is set in Obu City, Aichi Prefecture. This is a heartwarming story of a town and a family that is close to those who are suffering, including a grandfather who plays the role of Hamlet in a civic art festival while dealing with mild cognitive impairment, his granddaughter and community members who support him.
あのクズを殴ってやりたいんだ
Hokomi Sato has hit rock bottom after being left at the altar on her wedding day. However, things start looking up when she meets the kind and compassionate Kairi Kuzuya. But in fact, he turns out to be the “worst womanizing scum of the earth!” Vowing never to be hurt again, Hokomi decides to change herself and takes up boxing, setting her life on a new course. Yet, she can’t seem to keep Kairi out of her life as she begins to learn of his eventful past. Follow Hokomi on her journey to mental and physical empowerment through this no-holds-barred boxing love story!
ライオンの隠れ家
Hiroto, a kind and earnest older brother and his autistic younger brother, Michito, led an ordinary life together - until one day, a five-year-old boy appeared at their doorstep claiming to be their nephew. This boy, who refers to himself as “Lion”, says he is the son of Hiroto and Michito’s sister, who they believed was dead. However, she was actually alive only to vanish again, entrusting her young son to the brothers’ care. The trio develop a strong camaraderie as they seek to unravel a thicket of lies and a grand scheme of love, surrounding the mysterious sister.
その着せ替え人形は恋をする
Wakana Gojo is a high school boy currently training to paint hina doll faces as a hina doll craftsman.
His hobbies and interests aren’t typical for his age group, so he has trouble fitting in at school. But one day, he unexpectedly connects with Marin Kitagawa, a popular girl who’s always at the center of her friend group.
放課後カルテ
An outrageous doctor arrives at the clinic of an elementary school.
His hair disheveled and constantly looking sullen, Dr. Makino is a “physician” by profession.
“Don’t get on the bed without permission!” “As much as possible, try not to come to the clinic.” “What a hassle! Is this even my job?!”
Blunt and always complaining, Dr. Makino is a scary school physician who glares at everyone, be it the teachers or the children.
But with his exceptional observation skills, he detects anomalies in the students and saves them, as well as their families and at times, the teachers.
Set in an elementary school, this human drama features Dr. Makino, a mouthy pediatrician with a big attitude.
Follow him as he uses his observation skills to detect the children’s unspoken cries for help and offers them encouragement.
潜入兄妹 特殊詐欺特命捜査官
“Start infiltrating. Don’t get caught, no matter what.”
Genju is Japan’s largest fraud ring.
A man and his younger sister vow to go against it to seek revenge against their father’s murderer.
They hide their identity and infiltrate the crime organization in a bid to destroy it from within.
If they get caught, it’s instantly The End for them.
Brace yourselves for this brand-new suspense drama.
若草物語―恋する姉妹と恋せぬ私―
Loved the world over for more than 150 years, “Little Women” comes back to life in Japan’s Reiwa era!
“Is romance really necessary for happiness?”
A serious eldest sister, a reckless second sister, an easygoing third sister, and a stubborn fourth sister.
After overcoming various love issues, what happy ending awaits each of the four?
Join them as they chase their unique idea of happiness in this sisterhood comedy that reflects various aspects of society.
無能の鷹
Tsumeko Takano has a graceful movements and a calm voice. Despite exuding confidence, she carries herself with humility. She possesses the aura of a mid-level ace, appearing extremely capable. However, in reality, she is shockingly talentless!
On the other hand, Michito Hiwada, who joined the company at the same time as Takano, is actually competent at his job but looks like an inept and unfortunate office employee. Eventually, he gets stuck with the role of being Takano's partner, who has become the company's idle employee, thus beginning his unbelievably unlucky professional life. However, the seemingly "talented woman" and "talentless man" eventually will form an unbeatable duo and create miracles...?!
私たちが恋する理由
Aoi Morita, in her third year at an advertising company, spends her days feeling constantly nervous towards her section chief, Tomonari Kurosawa. As he rarely shows his emotions and speaks in a straightforward manner, he is feared within the company.
One day, while riding the elevator with Kurosawa, Aoi is teased by her director about her height, which she is her complex. Just as she is about to endure the situation in silence, Kurosawa unexpectedly steps in and defends her with a surprising remark. Since then, Aoi has become curious about Kurosawa and wants to know more about him. However, keeps a distance from "love", which could become a potential troublesome source of human relationships.
As people grow older, they become more hesitant to take risks in love due to overthinking. Yet, they still find themselves falling in love. This definitive edition of "pure adult romance" set in an office, featuring six men and women, unfolds a bittersweet and tantalizing love story.
民王R
Despite facing the unprecedented situation of having his mind and body swapped with his son, Taizan successfully serves as Prime Minister. Just as he is about to retire from the political world, he is approached again about becoming Prime Minister.
Just then, the extraordinary phenomenon of a body swap occurs. In this series, the target for mind and body swapping is incredibly, all the people of Japan!
We bring you a fantastical story where Taizan and someone else randomly swap minds and bodies in each episode!
彼女のいない時間
The man lost his memory after losing his beloved wife.
This is his story of finding the meaning of life while traveling in Korea and Japan on his last journey.
Korean man, Eun Tae met Japanese woman, Mai in college and they married and built a family that is filled with happiness.
However, Eun Tae lost his memory from the shock of Mai’s death from a car accident. Unte has lost the reason for living. He went on a journey after finding a photo at home to discover more about it. At the time, he encountered a woman. Who is she?
And then, he was able to discover his beloved wife’s wishes.
Ayane Suzuki's Ogata Village Development Chronicle
祝!創立60周年!鈴木絢音の大潟村開拓記
Ogata village, which was created by reclaiming a lake, celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2024. To commemorate this, a special program will feature Ayane Suzuki, an actress from Ogata village who also serves as a village ambassador, exploring the village's charms. The village's mayor personally commissioned her to travel around the area and write comments about the village's highlights and her impressions. These handwritten messages will also be published on the tourist map. She will learn about the village's history at the Polder Museum and see the process of rice being shipped around the country at the prefecture's largest country elevator. She will also introduce the anniversary lunch at Hotel Sun Rural Ogata and interact with local children at a local shop that has been loved by villagers for many years.
毒恋~毒もすぎれば恋となる~
Ryoma Shiba is a legal prodigy who, as a college student, got the highest score on the national bar exam before becoming the youngest co-partner at a major law firm. One night at a bar, he meets a genius con artist named Haruto who offers to serve as his trusty secret partner. Ryoma is impressed by Haruto’s ability to impersonate people, and the two begin living together. However, Ryoma has little experience in relationships, and gradually becomes “poisoned” by love. The two form a perfectly secret, case-solving duo despite polar opposite personalities in this groundbreaking “boy’s love” suspense comedy.
愛人転生
Chisato Mayama (29) has been married for five years.
She married her overbearing husband, Yuta Mayama (31), after dating in college.
Since he is the son of a CEO at a major corporation, she has been living with her in-laws, devoted to her work as a housewife. Yet she is no longer loved and is treated like a maid, rather than as a part of the family—and she is tired of being like this.
On Chisato's 30th birthday, she knew no one would bother celebrating it with her. And despite that, she still hurriedly began preparing for dinner and ran to the supermarket for some groceries.
And that’s when she stumbles upon something shocking: her husband walking arm in arm with his young mistress, Runa (24).
Feeling shaken, Chisato calls out to them, and Runa acts defiantly.
“When you think something’s attractive, that’s where your eyes go… When it comes to relationships, that’s obvious.”
“He thought I was attractive. It’s that simple. After all, I’m younger and cuter than you.”
Runa gets emotionally violent and throws Chisato toward the street. However, Runa’s arm gets stuck on Chisato’s necklace and causes them both to end up on the road.
At that moment, a truck comes… and they both get hit.
Chisato wakes up in a hospital room. Yuta is right in front of her eyes.
Yuta cries out, “Oh, thank God… You’re alive…!” Chisato thinks, “Yuta can still look at me with that face…”
Her mind is still hazy, but a sense of relief spreads within her.
But…
“I’m so glad Chisato’s the one who died!”
When she looks in the mirror, Chisato is in Runa’s body.
She lost her life once. She’ll take full advantage of this new life… to exact revenge on Yuta!
スメルズライクグリーンスピリット
Mishima, a student in the rural countryside, is being bullied by his classmates because “he seems gay.“
In actuality, Mishima likes men, so he doesn’t resist. His only solace is cross-dressing in secret.
One day, Mishima goes to the rooftop and sees the leader of the bullies, Kirino, holding the lipstick he had lost.
He was about to put on Mishima’s lipstick...
The Flawless Revenge by the Flawless Wife
完璧ワイフによる完璧な復讐計画
I want to de stroy your public image.
Shuto is a high earning, ambitious husband.
Narumi is a smart and beautiful wife who’s perfect at both work and housework.
They are a picture perfect couple that people yearn to be,
but Narumi wants a child, and Shuto finds her to be a nuisance.
Thus, he comes to his co worker, Mizuki, with a plan.
“I’m thinking about breaking up with
By making Mizuki and Narumi have an affair,
Shuto plans to divorce her and get a settlement of 1 million yen.
Narumi has always been Mizuki’s type, so he agrees, and they immediately take action.
However, Narumi suspects that Shuto is having an affair and finds out the entire plan.
She also confirms that his mistress is a younger co worker, Ririka
A cycle of deception between the two begins,
each with their own motive.
Narumi wants proof of his affair to hurt his public image.
Shuto wants to force a fake affair and divorce Narumi.
After the constant deception, how will their story end?
ラストマイル
On the day before the Black Friday sale, a box delivered by a global e-commerce company, explodes.
The box was sent from one of the biggest warehouses, which has the three-quarter logistic shares around Tokyo.
It leads a series of mysterious bombings that terrorize whole of Japan. Elena Funado, who was just appointed as a new director of the warehouse, is forced to control this unprecedented situation with a line manager, Ko Nashimoto.
Who planted the bombs? For what purpose?
How many bombs are left? - And where are they now?
In this modern society, distribution service becomes critical need for our lives and that cannot be stopped.
Can Elena and Ko end the serial bombings without stopping blood flowed in “blood vessel”; the global logistics system like a web?
Japan Release: 2024.8.23
All Aboard! vol.2 Yuki Tokunaga's Gono Line Journey
鉄道大好き演歌歌手 徳永ゆうき「出発進行!五能線の旅」
Gono Line, the local railway line connecting Akita and Aomori, has been popular among tourists and train enthusiasts. You can enjoy the spectacular views of Japan Sea on Gono Line trains.
An enka singer Yuki Tokunaga comes to Akita again and travels on the Gono Line to visit tourist spots along the route. He enjoys eating fresh seafood bowls and takes a stroll around the foot of the Shirakami Mountains, a World Heritage Site. He witnesses the beautiful view of lake called "mysterious blue."
どーする?ごはん
This is the first drama series co-produced by Korea's Busan MBC and TV Aichi.I produced 10 episodes (including making) at Busan MBC and 5 episodes at TV Aichi.Jinjin (ASTRO) and Yoshihara Masato (BOYS AND MEN) were used as the main characters.Filming took place in Busan for the Korean edition and in Ishikawa and Aichi for the Japanese edition.The two main characters experience different part-time jobs each time at tourist attractions and hot spots in both countries.We filmed under the common format,after finishing their work, they eat local rice.At the climax of the Japanese episode, they filmed a singing scene.It is a must-see scene where only two people who are active as artists can realize it.Please enjoy the drama full of "delicious" things to see in both countries.
青島くんはいじわる
Yukino Katsuragi, who works at the beverage company "Cat Beverage," is about to turn 35. After being dumped by her boyfriend, with whom she was considering marriage, she has put an end to her search for a spouse and is now enjoying her single life. One day, she meets Mizuki Aoshima, a 26-year-old popular young employee at her company. Despite Aoshima being surrounded by female colleagues, Yukino finds herself completely uninterested.
One evening, while Yukino is enjoying a solo drink at her favorite izakaya after work, she receives a call from a friend who is getting married next week. Yukino remembers that she had promised to attend the wedding with her ex-boyfriend and finds herself in a dilemma. Just then, she glances at the seat next to her and sees Aoshima, whom she met earlier that day. On a whim, Yukino asks Aoshima to be her one-day boyfriend and accompany her to the wedding. Surprisingly, Aoshima agrees!
What will become of their "contractual romance" that began with a small lie?
TIMESLOT : Late Night
FREQUENCY : Weekly
伝説の頭 翔
Sho Ijuin, the legendary leader of the delinquent gang "Grand Cross" that commands over 1,000 delinquents, and Tatsuhito Yamada, a perennial lackey with no presence in his class, cross paths one day. When Sho swerves his bike to avoid Tatsuhito, who had darted into the road, he crashes and sustains serious injuries. These two polar opposites, the strongest and the weakest, discover they look remarkably alike and decide to swap lives one day.
Tatsuhito, the perpetual bullied kid, finds himself living in a new world as Sho, the strongest delinquent, and taking on the role of the leader of "Grand Cross," navigating a life filled with constant fights and power struggles. Thus begins the ultimate mission impossible, where being exposed would spell the end.
Can Tatsuhito, the eternal lackey and bullied kid, manage to survive the tough daily life of a delinquent, all while keeping his true identity a secret?
TIMESLOT : Late Night
FREQUENCY : Weekly
顔に泥を塗る
Miku Yuzuhara, who works at a department store reception, lacks self-confidence and constantly considerte of others. Every day, she wears minimal makeup to meet the expectations of her elite lawyer boyfriend, Haru, who wants her to be demure. One day, she has a fateful encounter with Eve Takakura, a makeup enthusiast who lives freely and boldly with his dazzling makeup. When Eve applies the red lipstick that Miku has always admired, for the first time in her life, Miku feels beautiful.
Miku thought her boyfriend Haru would be happy with her new look, but his reaction was completely unexpected! Triggered by Miku's makeup, Haru, who had always been kind, starts revealing a terrifying side.A dramatic love story of personal empowerment and reversal, where the girl, who gains confidence and starts to look forward thanks to makeup, confronts her boyfriend who has transformed into an emotional abuser and fights to reclaim her own life!
スカイキャッスル
The protagonist, Sae Asami, is blessed with a career and appearance that everyone envies. Kyoko Nikaido, who is talented, beautiful, and modest, and Misaki Natsume, who is passionate and charming—these women, living in the upscale residential area "Sky Castle," are all extremely wealthy and seemingly happy celebrity wives with husbands who are doctors at the prestigious "Teito Hospital."
However, among these winners, there is an inevitable battle they must fight to achieve even greater happiness...!! Along with their husbands' career challenges, they are also fiercely competing with entrance exams, as mothers whose children are in the same grade, striving to reach the top.
Then, a new resident with an uncharacteristically simple nature, pure sense of justice, and an excellent husband and son, Izumi Minamisawa, appears, along with a mysterious entrance exam coordinator, Ayaka Kujo, who ensures that all her students get into their desired schools. The women's battle enters a new phase.
Moreover, each of the five women, including Sae, who hides a past that could be a fatal blow to her celebrity life, harbor unexpected secrets, darkness, and struggles…!
Amidst this, a series of mysterious accidents in Sky Castle trigger a chain of events far beyond imagination, swallowing them all into a storm of turmoil.
TIMESLOT : Prime Time
FREQUENCY : Weekly
Superstar Minami is my Boyfriend!?
南くんが恋人!?
Chiyomi is a high school girl who was born and raised in a Showa-era retro shopping district in Shonan. She is a kind-hearted girl who, despite having a slightly complicated family structure, spends her days cheerfully and is a member of the basketball club. Chiyomi has a cool older "brother" figure, Minami, who has been like a childhood friend to her, almost like a sibling since they were little. They have now officially become a couple. However, her beloved Minami suddenly appears before her, shrunk to a palm-sized 15 cm!
What kind of love story will Chiyomi and Minami weave as they face this unexpected turn of events?
The classic masterpiece "Minami's Lover," which has been adapted for Television numerous times, is now being revisualized with Minami who turns tiny!
Mr.Mitsuya's Strategic Feeding
三ツ矢先生の計画的な餌付け。
Tomoya Ishida (Taisei Sakai), a newbie editor at a women’s fashion magazine, is suddenly put in charge of food researcher Ayumu Mitsuya(Masayoshi Yamazaki)’s column as the pinch hitter when his co-worker is hospitalized. Mitsuya is a popular celebrity who is in great demand for TV and magazine appearances, and Ishida feels a lot of pressure from his boss, who tells him not to mess up. Ishida nervously visits Mitsuya’s home, where Mitsuya invites him in with his kind Kansai dialect.
Mitsuya skillfully provides food to Ishida, who had forgotten to eat lunch. The meal completely captivates his stomach and heart, as he’s usually too busy to have a proper meal. Mitsuya says, “To me, food is like a good luck charm you have three times a day. For tomorrow to be another cheery day with good health.”
Since then, whenever Ishida would come to get Mitsuya’s monthly draft, he would eat Mitsuya’s food and then engage in conversation. They go from colleagues to friends. Ishida would sometimes ask for advice and depend on Mitsuya and, at some point, begins to have feelings that go beyond simple respect. Going past gender, he becomes attracted to this person as a human. Despite his bewilderment, his feelings for Mitsuya grow stronger.
Mitsuya enjoys spending time with Ishida as well, but Ishida could well be Mitsuya’s son with this age gap. Thus, he restrains himself and decides to never accept Ishida’s feelings.
And long ago, Mitsuya once experienced a difficult heartbreak...
Will their relationship ever come to fruition?
彩香ちゃんは弘子先輩に恋してる
Office worker Ayaka likes Hiroko, a senior co-worker in the same company.
She flirts with her every day, but to no avail...
Meanwhile, Hiroko, who likes girls, feels her heart flutter all the timebecause of Ayaka’s aggressive flirting!!
Hiroko restrains herself while Ayaka’s actions cause one misunderstanding after another!
Nonstop misunderstandings!An office love full of confusion, at the brink of losing all reason!
マル秘の密子さん
It’s a confidential plan for revenge.
Total coordinator Mitsuko will style you from head to toe and give you a makeover.
She will change you mentally. Working openly or secretly, she covers up your flaws and scandals. Shrouded in mystery, she does whatever it takes to guarantee that her clients become successful. Mitsuko’s new mission is to transform Natsu, a single mother who has experienced many misfortunes. Teamed up, the two confront a huge real estate developer whose CEO recently died. Natsu happened to be the caregiver to the CEO, whose injuries from a mysterious fire also led to the cancellation of his company’s commemorative project. According to his will, all of the company’s shares are to be transferred to Natsu, much to the dissatisfaction of his family. While Mitsuko pulls strings to turn Natsu into a fabulous successor, her own secret starts to interfere.
Is this a fascinating success story or a surging suspense story?
Going Home –Cops for the Lost–
GO HOME~警視庁身元不明人相談室~
Inspired by an existing police unit in Tokyo.
“Who are you? I’ll make sure you return home...”
There are over 20,000 dead bodies that have been found all over the country but remain unidentified. Every year, that number increases. Why did they have to die as someone without even a name?
In the Metropolitan Police Department, there’s a unit tasked with identifying nameless bodies and returning them to their families and partners. Among the investigators are two female buddy cops who scramble to unveil the truths behind the deaths. Sakura, who volunteered to be assigned to this not-so-popular unit, teams up with Makoto, her serious and earnest classmate from the academy. Despite the 10-year age difference and completely opposite personalities and interests, they share the same motivation to return as many unidentified persons as possible. Each carrying personal burdens from the past, their struggles take an unexpected turn in this procedural series, forcing them to finally face the unsolved mysteries involving themselves.
くまモンマップ
Kumamon MAP! Join Kumamon, the beloved mascot of Kumamoto, as he takes you on an exciting journey through Kumamoto’s top attractions and local delicacies. Explore the stunning landscapes of Kumamoto, from its beautiful scenic views to the historical Kumamoto Castle, and much more! Kumamon will also dive into Kumamoto’s culinary delights! With Kumamon as your guide, you’ll discover the heart and soul of Kumamoto, full of fun, food, and unforgettable moments. Don’t miss the adventure on Kumamon MAP!
さっちゃん、僕は。
Kyosuke Katagiri has arrived in Tokyo from the countryside to attend college, but keeps up his long-distance relationship with Sa-chan, a girl he has been dating since middle school. Despite seeing each other for four years, the two have never made love. One day, Kyosuke visits his neighbor to deliver a lost item and ends up developing an intimate relationship with a married woman, Shino. Not fully understanding true love, Kyosuke finds himself having to choose between his hometown girlfriend and a married city woman. But can the immoral live triangle end without destroying everyone’s lives?
九十歳。何がめでたい
Aiko Sato is a 90 year-old award-winning writer, who retired from her writing job.
Since her retirement, she lived her life listlessly with her daughter and granddaughter.
One day, a geeky mid-aged editor man comes to ask Aiko to write an essay again. Aiko refuses his offer at the beginning, but the editor visits her every day with some treats...and finally, he has convinced her to agree to writing with his enthusiasm.
While the editor gets back his passion for his work again, he also faces a problem with his family. His wife wants to divorce since he works too much and keeps leaving his wife and daughter behind.
After a while, Aiko’s essay book is getting loved by many people and becomes a bestseller, although the book fills with her anger.
Aiko and the editor achieved success and became best buddies at work.
Yet, how would they cope with their own lives?
Japan Release: 2024.6.21
ビジネス婚
For one reason or another, Tsukasa Donose, a first-rate man, meets MiyabiSayamaand proposes something outrageous: a business marriage, or a marriage without love. Miyabialso has some extenuating circumstances, meaning their interests are aligned. So, they get married straight away, but on one condition: They don’t harbor romantic feelings for one another.
Despite this, in the days leading up to the wedding, it’s the ideal daily life and a cycle of constant sparks… They are supposed to get divorced if they fall in love. What will happen to their business marriage?!
As they learn about each other’s lives, families, and mysteries, romantic feelings start to bloom. However, they can’t let the other know.
Is it better to protect their marriage, even if it means keeping their feelings a secret?