Yomiuri TV has officially confirmed that Roji’s Boys Love manga Countdown to Yes will be adapted into a live-action television series, premiering in January 2026.
The adaptation brings one of the most beloved BL stories from Magazine Be-Boy to the screen, marking a major release for the 2026 BL drama lineup.
Cast and Characters Confirmed
The live-action version of Countdown to Yes features two rising idols as the leads:
- Kaname Yoshizawa (GNJB) as Minato Yokoi
- Kakeru Amemiya (GENIC) as Wataru Nakano
Both actors released their first official character visuals on social media, generating excitement across the BL community.
Broadcast Details
The series will air in YTV’s “Drama DiVE Waku” programming block on:
📅 January 12, 2026 at 25:29
(Effectively January 13 at 1:29 AM)
It will also be available for streaming on TVer and other platforms.
Production Staff
- Directors: Shinju Funabiki, Nao Homura, Masaki Kishida
- Screenwriters: Mash Morino, Natsumi Inui, Nanami Honda
This team brings extensive experience in youth dramas, romance storytelling, and manga adaptations.
Story Summary
Countdown to Yes tells the emotional story of two close friends:
- Wataru — expressive, emotional, and open
- Minato — calm, collected, and quietly devoted
Their friendship begins in high school through a shared love of photography. They grow even closer in college when they decide to live together.
After graduation, Minato relocates for work.
It is only then that Wataru realizes he has developed romantic feelings for his best friend.
Three years later, they reunite. But this time, the dynamic shifts.
Minato appears ready to take the first step toward something deeper.
The central question of the live-action series mirrors the manga’s core theme:
Will they remain friends? Or choose love?
Manga Background
- Serialized: Magazine Be-Boy (November 2022 – April 2023)
- Japanese Volume Release: July 2023
- English Release (Animate International): November 2024
Roji’s manga became popular for its heartfelt storytelling and realistic portrayal of slow-burn friendship-to-romance relationships.
Why This Adaptation Matters
The BL industry continues to grow rapidly in Japan, Thailand, and global markets.
Countdown to Yes joins a wave of Boys Love live-action adaptations backed by major broadcasters and streaming platforms.
With its strong cast, respected production team, and an established international fanbase, it is positioned to become one of the most anticipated BL releases of 2026.
BoysLove Insider will continue to follow updates on trailers, posters, OST announcements, and behind-the-scenes news.
Sources: Anime News Network, Comic Natalie, YTV
