beautiful, beautiful, beautiful opening score for ‘midnight diner’
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i discovered this show last year and was instantly taken in
each episode like a small movie in itself
a tiny diner
simple meals and wisdom
served up by
a quiet, wise, and mysterious owner
short stories with twists
resolutions that play themselves out
as they were meant to
filled with eccentric characters
many on the fringe of society
connected in unexpected ways
all are welcome
the stories are filled with humanity
unfolding slowly
as a sense of zen and calm
come over you when watching it
not to be missed.
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in japanese with english subtitles
reviews and comments about this show frequently include the words:
calming, hopeful, soothing, wise, warming, comfort, saved me, comfortable, human
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show credits: netflix, midnight diner music credits: Omoide 思ひで by Tsunekichi Suzuki
Intrigued by the concept. I will need to find this and watch. Thanks for sharing, Beth!
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I found this lovely cover version of ‘Omoide’ song for you Beth … with the beautiful lyrics in a English subtitle
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thank you, isn’t it a beautiful song?
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Yes indeed, simply exquisite
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it’s the only show that I always watch the opening due to the music
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You’ve convinced me to watch it.
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each episode is short, give it a try with a few of them and let me know what you think. it’s touching, funny at times, and so very human
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Okay, will do. Thanks
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Well, you already know I love the show–my husband does, too.
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yes, and your response to my food at midnight post made me focus on the show –
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😊
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Thanks for the tip. I had never heard of this TV show.
Best wishes, Pete.
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it’s a beauty of a show. very different from much of what I’ve seen before
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we’ve been watching the first season of ‘Cheers’; this sounds just up our alley; thanks Beth, will have to check it out 🙂
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I think you’ll like it, when you watch a few episodes you’ll get into the pace of it
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thanks Beth; will talk to my friend
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I have a recording of waves of water under a pier .. or somewhere. it is very calming. We do need to take time to rest our minds. Clear our thoughts. It won’t happen unless we search for it.
Nice.
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Yes, absolutely
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Relatable. And I don’t even have to leave my house 🙂
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Interesting Beth…
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OK. That’s twice it’s mentioned. Officially on my next watch! Thank you 🙂
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Fascinating concept. I’ll have to watch.
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It’s so different and hard to describe, but something about it….
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I get that totally.
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Sounds like something we need right now. Calm. Peace…
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Absolutely
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Thanks!
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My pleasure
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With adjectives like that, I need to watch.
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Let me know if you like it –
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Thank you for sharing
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My pleasure
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I just discovered this and told my wife, who I took to Tokyo for the first time 5 years ago, that we must watch! Thanks for the extra push with this great writeup!
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Great!
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I love this show so much, I made my grandsons watch it with me when they came to visit. And they loved it, too. It’s just beautifully done.
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It really is.it’s so hard to explain it other than it is something special
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Very interesting. I haven’t heard of that series before. But maybe I should consider watching Japanese movies with subtitles. At least, you inspired me to do so. Thank you, Beth.
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Great,I hope you enjoy them
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😊
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I just watched the first episode. Claustrophobic. Tiny place, but interesting show.
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Yes, it’s tiny and the lessons are large
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I am going to check it out! Thank you for the recommendation!
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I hope you enjoy it –
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I didn’t know about this show but now want to try it!
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enjoy –
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A new one for me. I’ll have to check it out.
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it’s really got a great feel to it
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Oh, I’m intrigued. This looks like a show I would love. Will check it out soon.
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Great
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I like watching things that are different from the norm and this sounds right up my street!
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I think you might really enjoy it then –
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Hmmm, thanks for the nudge, Beth.
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Check it out if you get a chance )
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I love this show! Of course, it helps that I’ve been to and already love Japan.
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how lucky!
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