The Proper Way to Write Love

Season 1

Hiro, now a hairstylist, crosses paths with his former high school rival who doesn’t recognize him — and suddenly confesses his love. What begins as a plan for revenge slowly unfolds into a clumsy, bittersweet romance.

Where to Watch Season 1

8 Episodes

How to Reunite
E1
How to ReuniteA former school bully shows up at Hiro's salon and suddenly confesses his love. So Hiro agrees to date him—just to get revenge. But waking up to find him already in his room? That wasn't part of the plan.
How to Take Revenge
E2
How to Take RevengeHiro reluctantly agrees to go on a date with the persistent Natsuo planning to make it the “perfect” revenge date. But nothing goes as planned—until an unexpected stop at a flower park brings back old memories… and unexpected feelings.
How to Confront
E3
How to ConfrontHiro and Kiryu must face off in a test to represent their company. Confident at first, Hiro starts to feel the pressure after seeing Kiryu's detailed hair designs. Then, Kiryu shows up at Hiro's place unannounced.
How to Give a Gift
E4
How to Give a GiftAfter the contest, Hiro agrees to reward Natsuo with a date. Expecting something outrageous, he's surprised by a simple walk. But when Natsuo gets too close and Hiro pushes him away, the date takes an unexpected turn—leaving Hiro with a sudden realization.
How to Deal with a Rival in Love
E5
How to Deal with a Rival in LoveOn his birthday, Hiro grants Natsuki’s wish for a kiss. The next day, he feels uneasy when Oribe, Natsuki’s former crush, asks to be alone with him. The tension grows when Natsuki calls Oribe “fragile, unlike Hiro.”
How to Hide an Injury
E6
How to Hide an InjuryHiro learns he was Natsuo’s first love and can’t stop thinking about it. Distracted, he gets hurt, and Natsuo shows up to care for him. Living under the same roof brings them closer—until news from the hospital changes everything.
How to Face the Past
E7
How to Face the PastHiro gives Natsuo a spare key, but a reunion invite stirs painful memories. Refusing to go, Hiro leaves for work—until Natsuo, staying behind, makes a discovery that could change everything.
The Proper Way to Write Love
E8
The Proper Way to Write LoveHiro reveals to Natsuo that he had been dating him as part of a high school revenge plan, leaving Natsuo shocked. While apart, Hiro takes on cutting popular influencer RaMu’s hair—but an accident news from Aoi changes everything…