[WOWOW] Vertical Short Drama "Beyond Time, I Love You" Premieres March 31st (Tuesday) at 4 PM, Starring Suzuka Ishikawa from "Love Like the World" x Hito Ishikawa, Frequent Lead in Vertical Dramas x Former NMB48 Member Sumire Yokono in a Time-Leap Romance

WOWOW Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hitoshi Yamamoto; hereinafter referred to as "WOWOW") has partnered with "TopShort," a short drama distribution platform with a global presence centered in China, to co-produce the vertical short drama "Beyond Time, I Love You" (40 episodes). The drama will begin streaming on March 31, 2026 (Tuesday) at 4 PM across three distribution platforms: TopShort, DramaBox, GoodShort, and ReelShort.

This work is a romance that unfolds in a Taisho Roman world, featuring a time-leap and hidden identity plot that reshapes destiny.

■ Synopsis | Can the heroine, murdered at the end of an unfortunate fate, change the future?

The newlywed Kikuno Wakamiya is forced into a life of misery after marrying the scummy heir Eiji Shinohara, and is abused by her in-laws. One day, she is stabbed by her younger sister, Hanako, who cries, "My sister made me unhappy," and dies.

However, the next moment, she finds herself back three years earlier—on the day of the bride selection ceremony. Having returned to the past, Kikuno resolves to change her fate this time.

At the revisited bride selection, she chooses a young man in "servant attire" who happened to be there, believing in his character rather than his appearance. However, his true identity is Ryunosuke Katsuragi, the heir of the prestigious Katsuragi family.

"I will seize my own happiness and change my destiny."

Kikuno makes new choices to avoid repeating the same mistakes. Intersecting relationships, encroaching conspiracies, and love that transcends time.

This is a story of love and rebirth set in the world of Taisho Roman.

■ Highlights

1. Time-Leap Romance Rewriting Destiny x Taisho Roman Worldview

The heroine, who has returned to the past, changes the future through her own choices. In addition to the Taisho Roman historical backdrop, her encounter with a "young man in disguise" adds dramatic depth to the story, questioning the nature of true love. The unusual historical setting for a domestically produced short drama is also a highlight.

2. Delicate Human Drama that Resonates with Emotions and Immersive Storytelling Despite Short Length

Betrayal, jealousy, and true love. WOWOW's expertise in original drama production is used to meticulously portray the emotional fluctuations of each character.

Furthermore, thanks to TopShort's signature fast-paced narrative structure, honed through the production of numerous hit short dramas, the story is highly addictive and leaves viewers wanting more.

3. Dual Leads: Suzuka Ishikawa from "Love Like the World" and Hito Ishikawa, a Frequent Lead in Vertical Short Dramas

The drama stars Suzuka Ishikawa, who gained immense popularity among Gen Z after appearing in the dating reality show "Love Like the World" and frequently appears on shows popular with Gen Z like NTV's "Super Invincible Class." Alongside her is the talented Hito Ishikawa, who has starred in numerous short drama productions. The two leads deliver overwhelming presence, supported by a cast of unique actors, including former NMB48 member Sumire Yokono, who is active as an actress and talent.

■ Cast

Rura Asahina | Role: Eiji Shinohara

Mayumi Fujima | Role: Sonoko Katsuragi

Masahiro Shinbari | Role: Goro Sasaki

Eimi Ao | Role: Tomie Hoshino

Futaba Araki | Role: Mayu Saionji

Aoi Izumi | Role: Akiko

Wakana Majima | Role: Mitsuko

Aya Shiota | Role: Kazuko

Maho Kai | Role: Shizu Wakamiya

Kou Yoshida | Role: Gonzo Wakamiya

■ Work Overview

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WOWOW Company Overview

Location: 21F, Akasaka Park Building, 5-2-20 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-6121

Company URL: https://corporate.wowow.co.jp/

Established: December 25, 1984

Representative: Hitoshi Yamamoto, Representative Director, President and CEO

As Japan's first private satellite broadcaster, WOWOW began its pay-broadcasting service on April 1, 1991. Currently, through its three channels "WOWOW Prime," "WOWOW Live," and "WOWOW Cinema," as well as its video distribution service "WOWOW On Demand," it offers entertainment including domestic and international films, music live performances, foreign dramas, top global sports, stage productions, anime, and original dramas.