TV series
In a moment of despair, Ryu Narutaki finds himself saved by Korean boxer Johan Hwang. As their wounded souls draw closer, their fates cruelly intertwine.
Availability
Soul Mate premiered May 14, 2026. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
In a moment of despair, Ryu Narutaki finds himself saved by Korean boxer Johan Hwang. As their wounded souls draw closer, their fates cruelly intertwine.
Choose an episode, then use the watch options above for the show.
Episode 1
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.
Guest stars Koshi Mizukami, Ken Yasuda, Yutaro Furutachi
Episode 2
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.
Where to watch Soul Mate
Episode 3
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.
Guest stars Koshi Mizukami, Ken Yasuda, Yutaro Furutachi, Cent Chihiro Chittiii, Kwak Min-ho, Tomokazu Miura, Kaho Minami
Episode 4
After a peaceful time in Nasu, Johan heads back to Korea for military service. Arata finally wakes up. Ryu introduces Sumiko to Seiichi, who falls hard.
Guest stars Koshi Mizukami, Yutaro Furutachi, Kwak Min-ho, Tomokazu Miura, Kaho Minami
Episode 5
Mr. Shim's retaliation sends Johan into hiding. Unable to reach him, Ryu travels to Seoul and tries to track him down with Sua's help.
Guest stars Yutaro Furutachi, Kwak Min-ho
Episode 6
Tragedy befalls the tight-knit group at their happiest moment. When Sumiko falls apart, Ryu and Johan whisk her away to Nasu. They make a bold suggestion.
Guest stars Cent Chihiro Chittiii, Tomokazu Miura, Kaho Minami
Episode 7
The three friends settle into their new life together, but everyone struggles to balance family and work. Johan gets his numbness checked out.
Guest stars Cent Chihiro Chittiii
Episode 8
Years later, Ryu unearths a sketchbook left behind in his uncle's studio. Meanwhile, Johan reflects on his tough life and how Ryu changed everything.
Guest stars Cent Chihiro Chittiii, Tomokazu Miura, Kaho Minami
Episode information updated Jul 25, 2026
Available now in United States
These shows are available now and closely match Soul Mate.
Hayato IsomuraRyu Narutaki
Ok Taec-yeonJohan Hwang
Ai HashimotoShinonome Sumiko
Lee Jae-yiHwang Su-a
Koshi MizukamiOikawa Arata
Ken YasudaHayakawa Kenichi
Yutaro FurutachiAizawa Seiichi
Netflix
Robot CommunicationsJapan
NetflixJapan
GTistSouth Korea
