The Boyfriend

By train, bus, ship and plane, a group of men heads to a snowy cottage, where new love, friendship, unexpected reunions and an unforgettable winter await.

Romance blooms on the ski slopes as Jobu makes a move and a frozen relationship thaws. Bomi takes the first coffee truck shift and must choose a partner.

William's natural charm creates uneasy tension with two other guys. Hiroya boldly makes his feelings known. One member's view on cheating creates a stir.

Despite his confidence slipping, Kazuyuki steps up for his first shift. A dinnertime arrival causes a stir. Tired of letdowns, Jobu decides to speak up.

The boys finally get a chance to pair off for solo dates — but only if the spark goes both ways. Later, Jobu faces a searing moment of truth in the sauna.

It's off to Niseko! The boys compete in an arm wrestling showdown to go on dates with crushes, rivals and friends. William opens up about his guardedness.

Bomi gives a gift to his crush and bares his heart. Hiroya makes up his mind about what he must do. A tender moment unfolds at foggy Lake Mashu.

A familiar face returns to the Green Room for another shot at love, stirring dormant feelings in one guy. Meanwhile, Huwei prepares a heartfelt surprise.

Jobu's next shift turns frosty. Tomoaki struggles with group living. William and his crush spend a night alone to resolve uncertainty about their future.

Hiroya returns and immediately sets his sights on a new member. While Kazuyuki reflects on his past, Izaya makes a firm decision about the future.

Huwei opens up about a recent heartache. Kazuyuki rocks the house with an announcement. Over oden, the boys share their feelings about coming out.

A couple of lucky members take the coffee truck to Sapporo for a special shift. Back at the Green Room, two guys clash over a misunderstanding.

Two boys want the same guy for an overnight date, leaving him with a tough choice. Jobu, eager for a genuine connection, cooks dinner for his crush.

With five days left, the boys work their final coffee truck shift before heading to Sapporo. As some grow closer, tension divides a budding couple.

The boys share a final dinner of reflections and reunions. As they say goodbye on the last day, will hope, courage and new love follow them home?

The boys move into an oceanside cottage, sharing their first impressions. As sparks fly and a new face heats things up, an unforgettable summer begins.

The coffee truck opens for business, and the boys must choose their shift partners. Shun begins to feel uneasy over an unexpected discovery.

A new member stirs things up. As the sun sets, Shun reveals his true feelings. A lucky few may get to go on a date — only if their feelings are mutual.

Usak reveals his anxieties. As food prices escalate, so does the chicken crisis. Kazuto's popularity provoke some of the boys to make bold moves.

Two members go on an overnight date and bond over dinner. Shun clarifies his feelings. After a heartwarming shift, Usak makes a big announcement.

Inspired by Usak words, Gensei takes a step forward. A new face joins the group. The boys go on an eventful picnic with their new housemate.

With a chance to get a wish granted, the boys compete to be the fastest go-kart racer. Dai has a difficult conversation. Ikuo goes on the offensive.

Over drinks, the group shares their different coming out experiences. With one last chance for a romantic date, the boys must make their choice count.

Dai confides in a few members for advice. Ikuo's good intentions backfire. As things cool down, a surprise announcement leaves the boys in tears.

A surprise event strengthens the boys' bonds. On the final day, they face confessions and shocks. What future will they choose for themselves?