Tane Wo | Tsukeru Otoko Better

4/5 – Horrifying, essential, and uniquely Japanese. Have you watched Tane wo Tsukeru Otoko ? Do you agree that it gets better with repeat viewings, or is it simply unredeemable trash? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Viewed through a modern lens—and specifically looking at the protagonist Shun Takeda’s evolution—the argument can be made that this controversial docu-series is not only better produced than its reputation suggests, but also a superior piece of social horror-comedy compared to similar dating experiments like The Bachelor Japan or Ainori .

By: Reality TV Analysis Desk