Don’t Know Anyone Else To Share In Your Terrace House Feelings? Not A Problem!
One absolutely fabulous feature of Terrace House that it shares with many other Japanese TV staples is that it includes a panel of other folks who are watching the show and commenting on what’s going on in between segments. Basically, instead of a commercial break, viewers are treated to a comedic debriefing from six regular panelists who are tuning into the show with you!
The panel also consists of three men and three women of varying ages and media backgrounds. From models and actors to comedians, the six panelists help to keep the show interesting by picking up on minute behaviors and laughing at the very real interpersonal dynamics.
This format is part of what I think makes Terrace House feel a little bit like lightning in a bottle for folks who’ve never experienced these kinds of panels. The show and the watercooler-chat-esque reactions are all bundled up into one neat package to keep viewers feeling engaged and interested!
Romance Fans Will Enjoy The Dating Aspect of Terrace House
The reasons for going on Terrace House may vary, but generally speaking, there are only a few main objective for participants. Generally, roommates on the show are there to do any of the following:
*Grow their profile as a model/actor/musician (a common theme with reality contestants on shows like The Bachelor)
*Take a break from their usual personal routine to jumpstart personal, professional and academic goals
*Find looooooove
The objective for each contestant isn’t always clean-cut, so you’ll sometimes get someone who is working on finishing their degree while also trying to date. This means there’s plenty of potential to watch roommates flirt casually, go on planned dates, or just maintain a friendly vibe. Sometimes the dates are swoon-worthy. Other times, like the ill-fated bad beach incident with Guy on Aloha State, they’re cringe-worthy.
Though this aspect of Terrace House often functions in a way that maintains heteronormativity, I still think it’s a fun part of the reality show that works perfectly for romance fans.
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