Series synopsis
Soul Mate, also known as ソウルメイト is a Japanese soap drama comedy mystery television series that premiered on Netflix on May 14, 2026. It ended on May 14, 2026. It was created by Walcyr Carrasco. It stars Hayato Isomura, Ok Taec-yeon, Ai Hashimoto and Lee Jae-yi.
A young woman is fated to relive the love of an earlier life. Separated by time, young Serena and botanist Rafael surmount all obstacles as they live a love that is stronger than fate itself. These challenges include the lovely but ambitious Cristina, who is obsessed by the rich botanist and driven nearly mad by her attempts to shatter their great love. A romantic comedy set in the 1940s, Soul Mate underscores the importance of love, family values and the ties of affection with a light touch and ...
Premise
A young woman is fated to relive the love of an earlier life. Separated by time, young Serena and botanist Rafael surmount all obstacles as they live a love that is stronger than fate itself. These challenges include the lovely but ambitious Cristina, who is obsessed by the rich botanist and driven nearly mad by her attempts to shatter their great love. A romantic comedy set in the 1940s, Soul Mate underscores the importance of love, family values and the ties of affection with a light touch and plenty of humor.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Hayato Isomura as Ryu Narutaki
- Ok Taec-yeon as Johan Hwang
- Ai Hashimoto as Shinonome Sumiko
- Lee Jae-yi as Hwang Su-a
- Koshi Mizukami as Oikawa Arata
- Ken Yasuda as Hayakawa Kenichi
- Yutaro Furutachi as Aizawa Seiichi
- Cent Chihiro Chittiii as Kakutani Madoka
Supporting cast
- Kwak Min-ho as Min-woo
- Tomokazu Miura as Narutaki Tadashi
- Kaho Minami as Narutaki Nanami
Guest cast
- Koshi Mizukami as Oikawa Arata
- Ken Yasuda as Hayakawa Kenichi
- Yutaro Furutachi as Aizawa Seiichi
- Cent Chihiro Chittiii as Kakutani Madoka
- Kwak Min-ho as Min-woo
- Tomokazu Miura as Narutaki Tadashi
- Kaho Minami as Narutaki Nanami
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 8 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | May 14, 2026 | May 14, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Gravity of Fate Thousands of miles away in Berlin, Ryu can't forget the moment everything changed. Later, he makes a tearful confession in a church as someone listens. |
May 14, 2026 |
| 2 |
Can We Save Our Souls? Promoter Shim's threats haunt Johan in the ring. Later, Sua introduces him to her new friends Sumiko — and Ryu, who he spends two unforgettable days with. |
May 14, 2026 |
| 3 |
Deep in the Heart's Mirror Back in Tokyo and Seoul, Ryu and Johan stay in touch, keeping each other updated on their lives and future plans. Johan springs a surprise visit. |
May 14, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | May 14, 2026 |
| Last aired | May 14, 2026 |
| Status | ended |