It Started With a Kiss(2005)

It Started With a Kiss is a live-action adaptation of the beloved Japanese manga Itazura na Kiss. The series follows Kotoko, an energetic and clumsy high school girl who falls for Naoki, a brilliant but cold-hearted classmate. When her home is destroyed in an earthquake, Kotoko moves in with Naoki's family, forcing the two into close quarters. What begins as one-sided affection gradually transforms as Naoki's icy exterior cracks, revealing unexpected depths beneath his aloof demeanor. The show balances romantic tension with comedy and heartfelt moments, capturing the charm of the original manga while bringing its characters to vivid life. Perfect for fans of opposites-attract romance and coming-of-age stories with genuine emotional stakes.