Unexpectedly Naughty Fukami Review (Yatara Yarashii Fukami-kun)
The Binge Team- June 15, 2026
Our favorite smug boy gets his walls completely broken down.
If you enjoy a workplace romance that is full of chaos, strong visual chemistry, and a heavy dose of mature erotic tension, then this live-action adaptation is exactly the kind of wild obsession you should not miss.
Grab a seat because we're about to get loud about Yatara Yarashii Fukami-kun (Unexpectedly Naughty Fukami). This Japanese BL premiered on April 7, 2026, on Tokyo MX and quickly had fans buzzing. I went into this with high expectations because Ayaka Matsumoto's manga is fantastic, and I'm happy to say this adaptation delivers a wonderfully messy, awkward, and entertaining adult romance.
Starring rising actors Kashio Atsuki (Kaji Akihiro) and 2.5D star Nanox (Fukami Yu), their on-screen chemistry is impossible to ignore. The story follows the seemingly perfect and incredibly smug Fukami, who finally meets someone capable of breaking through his carefully built walls. Watching him slowly lose control of his usually polished image is part of the fun.
This is exactly the kind of chemistry I want from a Friday night watch, and these two make every scene feel alive. From the opening scene to the closing credits, this production is packed with energy, charm, and more fun than a cornucopia overflowing with candy.
Pure Chemistry and Office Vibes
The workplace setting is incredibly entertaining and filled with just the right amount of tension. We watch our seemingly perfect lead go completely off his rocker over an awkward but incredibly direct coworker, making every interaction feel like it is about to spark.
The first few episodes focus heavily on the contrast between public professionalism and private chaos. Watching a polished corporate golden boy fall apart over something as simple as an office joke or a casual comment is absolutely hilarious.
My Thoughts on Episodes 1–10
The show does not hold back from the very beginning. In Episode 1, we are introduced to Yū Fukami (Miyazaki Yuu), our immaculate corporate prince. Beneath his polished exterior, however, he is surprisingly awkward and shy. Everything changes when he crosses paths with Akihiro Kaji (Kashio Atsuki), a bold and confident man who moves through life like he has already won the game. From that moment on, Fukami's carefully ordered world begins to unravel.
The "dead-fish" kisses and heavily censored intimate scenes were honestly awkward to watch. At times, it felt like the actors spent more time hiding under the bedsheets than actually selling the romance, making some of those moments feel forced rather than natural.
Kaji is incredibly self-absorbed at the start. He literally saves Fukami's contact as "Loser" and casually rates his coworkers based on their appearance. It is not until Episodes 6 or 7 that he finally starts showing real growth and develops into a much more thoughtful character.
I'm completely hooked on Kaji's constant inner monologues, and there is something incredibly sweet and expressive about Fukami's reactions. That is why I am so disappointed by parts of the execution. My biggest gripe is that, for a series based on a fairly explicit manga, the live-action intimacy often feels awkward and clunky.
The episodes run between 10 and 13 minutes, and the pacing can feel all over the place. The characters struggle to understand each other, argue, make up, and then seem to end up right back where they started. Despite feeling like a trashy, heavily censored romance with a shaky first half, I have to admit that I enjoyed it all the way through Episode 10.
✦ Watch This If You Loved
For fans who enjoy workplace romances, plenty of domestic fluff, and a smug lead slowly getting his walls torn down by a sunshine-like love interest. The dynamic may appeal to viewers who enjoyed Cherry Magic or Takara-kun to Amagi-kun.
Drama Info
Title Unexpectedly Naughty Fukami (2026)
Total Episodes10 (Complete)
Review10 Episodes
GenreRomance · Comedy · BL
Release DateApril 7th to June 9th · 2026
Stream
🎬GagaOOLala
Main Cast
MAB Score
6.9/10
Overall Rating
Story
Acting
Chemistry
Rewatch Value — 5/10
I enjoyed it, but it's more of a one-time watch.