Love Village
Season 1
2023 • 18 Episodes
Singles 35 and over of various backgrounds relocate to a house in the countryside for another chance at love. Will they find "the one" — or leave alone?
Episodes
1. A Mature Love Story that Begins at an Old House
May 2, 2023
A group of men and women looking for love move into a shared house in the countryside. First, they must work together to renovate and restore the house.
2. One Pill or Two?
May 2, 2023
Hollywood reveals what he looks for in a perfect partner and has someone in mind — but he possibly goes a step too far.
3. Thank You for Being Born
May 2, 2023
Tensions grow between Yukiemon and Hollywood. Totchan approaches Tabo. After a touching moment, Hollywood makes a big decision.
4. I’m 120% Sure She’ll Say She Loves Me
May 2, 2023
Yukiemon must contemplate her future. Anchovy seems overly confident. A string of surprising news shakes up the group.
5. Little and Big Hearts
May 9, 2023
With fresh faces in the mix, Tabo finally starts to get his game on. Totchan cooks her speciality dish and the reserved Sakechan starts to open up.
6. Paper Doors, Thunder and Me in Love
May 9, 2023
Okayo reveals how she's been feeling but has a change of heart. Totchan makes her move. Anchovy remains in his own world.
7. The Convenience Store Clerk and the Yoga Instructor
May 9, 2023
Okayo tries her best to win Junpei's attention. Minane struggles to fit in with the crowd. Yukorin suggests an idea to the women.
8. Flowing Noodles
May 9, 2023
Tabo reflects on his first slip up. Okayo and Junpei work together on the women's bedroom — later, she makes her boldest move yet.
9. Don’t Believe in Love
May 16, 2023
Junpei makes a final decision. Yukorin starts to show interest in a special someone. A new member joins and bonds with Minane.
10. Enter the Great Detective
May 16, 2023
Sparks continue to fly between Tabo and Yukorin. Totchan's feelings for Sakechan grow stronger. Nakasan and Minane share a surprising past.
11. A Comfortable 39°C Romance
May 16, 2023
Yukorin starts to second guess her feelings. Meanwhile, Totchan and Sakechan build a fire pit together and for a second, seem to grow closer.
12. Be My Last Man
May 16, 2023
After receiving a heartwarming gift from Yukiemon, Totchan makes her final move. Sakechan contemplates his future outside of the village.
13. An Inescapable Reality
May 23, 2023
Two new residents move in. Tabo plans a surprise for Yukorin, but tensions grow as they get to know each other on a deeper level.
14. A Star Festival Gift
May 23, 2023
Anchovy thinks he may be stuck in another love triangle. It’s Yukorin's birthday, and Tabo finally reveals what he's been making.
15. Overcoming His Wife’s Death
May 23, 2023
The next morning, Yukorin makes her decision. Anchovy confronts Yukiemon and has a revelation. Nakasan reveals his painful past.
16. A Rather Mature Love Triangle
May 30, 2023
A colorful new resident joins. Anchovy whips up a special treat for Tomochin. Minane and Numa P go fishing and find even more things in common
17. The Love Bell
May 30, 2023
Bable plans a fun summertime event. Nakasan struggles to let go of his past. Numa P musters up the courage to approach Minane.
18. The Black Swallowtail Butterfly’s Message
May 30, 2023
As Minane thinks long and hard about her future, the residents face their last day in the village. Later, the hosts receive some surprising news.