How to Enjoy Fanfiction and Fantasizing More: A Guide to Deepening Your Enjoyment of Fanfiction, Daydreams, and Fan Activities

Q. What are some ways to enjoy being a "dream girl" (a fan of fictional characters)?

A. The ways in which female fans enjoy fanfiction can be broadly divided into four categories: "reading," "writing," "daydreaming," and "combining it with activities related to their favorite idol." Beyond simply reading fanfiction, the possibilities are endless, from creating your own scenarios to interacting with other fans who share the same favorite idol.

What is a "Yumejoshi"? A brief explanation of the basics.

A "Yume Joshi" is a woman who enjoys fantasizing about herself as the protagonist, experiencing romance and interactions with her favorite characters or idols. This trend is spreading, primarily through fan fiction (dream novels in which the protagonist appears), combined with posting fantasies on social media and engaging in other fan-related activities.

How to Enjoy Being a Dream Girl | 4 Styles

1. Read: Read tons of fan fiction and dream novels.

The easiest entry point: Read fanfiction featuring your favorite character as the protagonist and fully enjoy imagining yourself as the heroine.

This is suitable for people like this

Writing it myself is a high hurdle.
I just want to consume scenarios involving my favorite character.
I want to enjoy it quickly during my free time.

Recommended ways to search

Search using "[Your favorite character's name] + fan fiction"
Narrow down your search by "Favorite Character Name + Situation (Nursing, Childhood Friend, Only Girl)"
Utilize fanfiction services such as FanPlus

2. Write: Post your own fan fiction.

This is a common next step for female fans who say, "While reading, I wanted to write my own." There's the joy of bringing your own unique scenarios to life.

Easy-to-write fanfiction themes for female fans

theme	Features
Childhood friends reunion series	It is easy to deepen relationships.
The only woman in a reverse harem	A classic K-POP fan fiction
Nursing care and showing vulnerability	Easy to empathize with
obsession/adoration	Popular genres that easily attract readers
Workplace/Adult-related	Popular among adult female fans of fantasy/fantasy stories.

✒️Try writing a fanfiction on Fanplus

夢女子の楽しみ方まとめ｜夢小説・妄想・推し活をもっと深く楽しむ方法

3. Fantasize: Expand your world with your favorite character in your daily life.

You don't necessarily have to "write" it down. Just developing a scenario in your head is a perfectly valid way for a fangirl to enjoy herself.

Common fantasies of female fans who dream about their love lives

While listening to the song, I mentally replayed the scenario, "What if I met my favorite idol in this music video's setting?"
While watching the drama, I've translated it into "What if my favorite actor was in this scene?"
Imagine a version of your favorite idol saying something to you.

4. Interact: Connect with other female fans of the same character, regardless of whether they share the same favorite character or reject it.

It's a style of enjoying fanfiction together, where you can discuss your thoughts on fanfiction, share your favorite scenarios, and more.

Recommended as a place for interaction

FanPlus's fanfiction discussion room (where you can share your thoughts on each work)
X (formerly Twitter) tag for female fans of dreams
Idol-specific communities and message boards

FAQ | Frequently Asked Questions about How to Enjoy Being a Dream Girl

Q1. It's hard to tell people around me that I'm a "dream girl"...

A. There are more female fans of fanfiction than you might think. By using social media and fanfiction websites, you can naturally connect with others who share the same interests.

Q2. I want to write fan fiction, but where do I start?

A. First, I recommend choosing one favorite scenario and a favorite character, and then trying to write a short story of about 1,000 characters. FanPlus has a low barrier to entry, making it easy to get started.

Q3. Can female fans enjoy fantasies regardless of age?

A. It's irrelevant. People of all ages, from students to working adults, enjoy fan fiction. Workplace and adult-themed scenarios aimed at working adults are also well-established popular genres.

There are four ways for female fans to enjoy their favorite characters: reading, writing, daydreaming, and interacting with others. There's no right or wrong way to start, so try expanding your world with your favorite character in a style that suits you.

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