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A Head Coachs Turnover

Kurosaki Yoriko, aged 32, finds herself without a partner, without companions, and without employment. As she embarks on living independently for the first time, she discovers a whole new world around her. Follow along as this story unfolds, showcasing the minor events that take place within a 7-minute stroll from her apartment.

Is it possible for a once-popular actor to stage a successful comeback? Atsumori Daigoro, formerly hailed as the king of two-hour suspense, faces a career slump as television networks no longer produce two-hour dramas. It has been over a year since he last landed a role. One day, Yoshida Yukari, a former talent agency manager, reappears in his life. Despite being forced out of the industry seven years prior, she is determined to help Atsumori make a comeback. With her unwavering enthusiasm, she secures job opportunities for him, despite his outdated and prejudiced views. Can Atsumori reclaim his throne as the king of suspense? This heartwarming comedy follows his journey of starting anew in life. (FujiTV)

Hikari Kobayashi is aspiring to establish herself as a successful model. Growing up under the guidance of her father, a former sumo wrestler, she was raised with a masculine approach. Despite this upbringing, she decided to break away from the world of sumo. By chance, she becomes involved with her school's struggling sumo club and steps up to lead the club as its director with the goal of revitalizing it.

Sakamichi Onoda, a student at Sohoku High School, is passionate about anime and games. He regularly rides his bicycle to Tokyo's Akihabara shopping district, which is a 90-kilometer round trip, to indulge in his hobbies. Onoda's life takes a turn when he meets the school's cycling team and decides to participate in the competitive world of bicycle racing.

Senior student Moriyama Ryota at Kyoritsu University is offered a job at a prestigious company, but his relationship with Nishino Saki ends. To graduate, his professor requires him to join the struggling sumo club and participate in a match. With only one member, Ohba Honoka, for the last two years, the club is facing extinction. Ryota must endure Honoka's rigorous training and work to attract new members in order to fulfill his graduation requirement. (Disney+)

Rewritten text: Kurate Jun, a young truck driver in the predominantly male truck logistics field, navigates her daily routine with a positive attitude. She finds solace in unwinding with drinks after work to alleviate her fatigue. (brokensubs.wordpress.com)

At 40 years old, Tachibana Yuzuki has recently started working as a guide for mountain climbing. During her initial solo expedition to Mount Myoko and Mount Hiuchi, she encounters three women in her group: Yumi and Ritsuko, who are employed at a department store, and Mitsuko, who works at a welfare facility. Despite facing various challenges and personal issues, these novice climbers attempt to conquer the mountains under the guidance of Kijima, a younger colleague who is more experienced than Yuzuki. Extracted from the book "Yamaonna Nikki" penned by Minato Kanae.

The comedic tale revolves around a group of high school boys who mistakenly believe that joining club activities will make them popular. Despite lacking genuine interest, they haphazardly decide to join a sports-focused club at their school.

Sakuradamon uses her exceptional makeup skills to conceal her true appearance, while Megurogawa has achieved a flawless face through cosmetic enhancements. Mitsue is dedicated to her work and remains reserved, whereas Chikage is a naturally beautiful woman who excels at socializing with men at drinking gatherings. This drama features a diverse cast of characters, including an elderly woman who undergoes a transformation after being influenced by a lecherous manager and her granddaughter. The story unfolds with unpredictable twists and turns as we follow these individuals' journeys.

In every populated area, there exists a community. Districts are interconnected by trains, with stations serving as meeting points for people and opportunities for love to blossom. This series consists of 10 episodes showcasing various love stories - romantic, familial, friendly, and hometown love - all centered around different train stations along the Osaka Loop line. (jdramas.wordpress)

The head of the Corporate Social Responsibility department at Kadokura Trading, 53-year-old Miyama Asako, is enthusiastic about a new project to establish schools in villages across Asia. However, she receives unexpected news from the senior managing director that she will be reassigned to the foods business as an advisor due to the company's policy of rotating managers at a certain age. Despite not having the freedom to choose her new role, Asako is fully occupied with various responsibilities and neglects her personal appearance. Through this process, she gradually recognizes the actions she needs to take to benefit society.

Mountain climbing expert Tachibana Yuzuki extends an invitation to women seeking companionship on the Yama Onna Nikki website to join her at the Mountain Festival to make new friends. Nishi Manami, attending the festival alone, strikes up a friendship with Kumada Yui and together they embark on a guided tour of Tsubakurodake, known as the Queen of the Northern Alps. A father in his sixties, his son in his thirties, and other women captivated by the guide Kijima also join the group, leading to various interpersonal dynamics for Yuzuki to observe. It is during this time that Yuzuki is surprised by an unexpected comment from Kijima.

The series centers around six teenagers in high school transitioning into adulthood. They come together to explore new experiences and imagine a world beyond their own. (DramaWiki)

Minato Akira, managing his grandfather's laundry business, encounters unforeseen obstacles in his relationship with Katsuki Shintaro after enjoying three months of happiness. At the same time, Asuka and Hiiragi experience complications in their developing romance. Get ready for the challenges that lie ahead for these two couples in this engaging sequel! (GagaOOLala) Based on the manga "Minato Shouji Coin Laundry" by Tsubaki Yuzu

"Revitalizing Our Community" is a social drama set in a small town in Osaka, Japan. The local government is facing a financial crisis, with severely limited funds. They must decide which government sectors to reduce funding for and which to prioritize in order to sustain their town.

Teppei and Takuma, who are part of the well-known Rock group Sekitoba, along with Ryuuichi, Jun (who are both in the rival band SHADOWS), and their supporter Yuusaku, all perish in a sudden incident. To be revived, they must collaborate and complete a series of challenges set forth by the shinigami.

A noodle shop owner struggling with debt and his incredibly resourceful wife are facing financial difficulties while trying to support their five children. Despite their limited funds, they rely on humor and clever problem-solving to make ends meet. (JDorama)

A comedic story revolves around unmarried middle-aged women known as "sing lui." Heung Gwong Lam is a wealthy bachelor who prides himself on being stylish, attractive, and charming. Working as a creative director at a PR firm, he harbors guilt from past experiences and sympathizes with the "sing lui" who have been left by men and are still searching for love. Determined to transform them from "Left Behind Lady" to "My Prime Lady," he sets out to change their mindset. Things take a turn when Sing Fa Lui, who had a brief encounter with Gwong Lam, shows up at the PR company claiming to be romantically involved with the boss. Using this to her advantage, she rises to a director position, posing a threat to Gwong Lam's career. Just as he's dealing with this situation, another troubled "sing lui" enters the scene, seeking help with her love life. Gwong Lam continues to assist these women in getting their lives back on track. Through twists and turns, Fa Lui realizes Gwong Lam isn't as bad as she thought, while he discovers her genuine nature beneath the facade. Despite his own insecurities, he decides to help Fa Lui become the best version of herself and promote her to others for her happiness.

Mo Siu Sze lives a typical married life with her husband Wong Kwok Leung, enduring mistreatment from her harsh mother-in-law Wong Chiu Wing Mui. One day, she comes across a flyer from "Cyndi Dance Studio," triggering memories of her high school days. Back then, she enjoyed writing and helped organize "MCLUB" with her peers Chu Lei, Law Fung Sin, Luk Yuen Chau, Chu LeI, and Leung Kam Yin. Despite their vow to stay close forever, over two decades have passed and they have drifted apart. When reality clashes with their dreams, nostalgia remains except for Fung Sin, who continues to pursue dancing. After Fung Sin is hospitalized, her friends reunite to support her and protect the "Cyndi Dance Studio" from their rival, Yung Dan Dan and her "D Fitness." As Siu Sze reconnects with her first love Yiu Chi Lun and Chu Lei confronts her past mistakes and motherhood, a mix of emotions resurface. Through these experiences, their lost vitality, courage, passion, and confidence are rekindled.

Coffee Ikaga Deshou will have a spinoff.

Kami Daisuke serves as the primary aide to influential parliamentarian Tojo Yuji. His aspiration is to enter politics and bring about change in Japan, with Tojo serving as his role model for an honest politician. Despite his busy schedule, Daisuke's wife Kumiko remains supportive of his ambitions. One day, Daisuke is shocked to discover a memo supposedly signed by him indicating acceptance of a 50 million payment from a construction firm. Tojo, believing Daisuke betrayed him by taking a bribe, distances himself from Daisuke who now faces scrutiny from both law enforcement and the media.

Following the success of its initial television run, the series Angels with Broken Wings, featuring scripts by Yoshi, garnered over 1,800 messages from viewers praising the show. Now, the series is returning for a second installment! In the latest installment of the popular Deep Love series created by Yoshi, viewers can expect four stories, including one that was not featured in the first installment and three brand new stories. This series is a must-watch for young individuals facing challenges and for their parents' generation. The four nights will feature the following stories: 1st night - Impulse (starring Satomi Ishihara), 2nd night - Confederate (starring Erika Toda), 3rd night - Time (starring Rosa Katoh), and 4th night - Merchandise (starring Karina).

The main character in this unique series is portrayed by Sorimachi Takashi, who plays the role of Ogi Shunsuke, a professional baseball player whose career is cut short by a shoulder injury. Despite his determination to make a comeback, a tragic accident results in his untimely death. However, he is given a second opportunity by a higher power, who transfers his soul into the body of a wealthy investment company executive. Adapting to this new life proves to be quite challenging for him. --Tokyograph

The series centers around Noriko Ayukawa, a teacher for a group of first-grade students. When Kento, a troubled boy from a different school, joins her class, Noriko discovers that he may actually be a gifted prodigy. Drawing from the childhood experiences of renowned inventor Thomas Edison, the story explores Noriko's journey in guiding Kento and helping him reach his potential despite his reputation as a problem child.

Derived from the manga series "Office Worker Kintaro" by Motomiya Hiroshi.

This series follows the lives of four women who are in their forties. Shifumi, an attractive woman, was known for stealing her classmate's boyfriend during high school. Despite facing criticism, she got married and had a child before eventually getting divorced. Currently, she is dating a younger man. The other three women from Shifumi's past include Makiko, a typical housewife, Neri, a doctor focused on her career, and Miwa, another housewife. Miwa is secretly involved with Keishi, Shifumi's ex-husband and the boyfriend she had stolen in the past. As the story unfolds, the hidden secrets and lies of these four women gradually come to light.

In the series, Ueno plays five different characters in five separate episodes. Each episode revolves around a different type of bag, like a guitar case or a mysterious package. The episodes are titled: 1. Guitar Case Girl 2. HOPE 3. Akira Next Door 4. While Traveling 5. One Evening, Hinata Suddenly

Narumi is a tranquil island, inspired by the real-life Hateruma Island, where the demand for medical assistance outweighs the need for law enforcement. Despite the initial reluctance of the inhabitants, Shirase Ryo, a police officer, is assigned to the island. Over time, he forms close bonds with the locals and assists them in resolving their issues and planning for the island's future. --Tokyograph

Yamato Construction Company merges with Chuo Construction Company. Yajima Kintaro comes back from Africa and puts in great effort to rescue Yamato Construction Company. However, a formidable new adversary emerges.

Married life for Onodera Mariya took an unexpected turn when her husband Tatsuya disappeared suddenly. Feeling lost, she travels to a heart-shaped island in Okinawa that Tatsuya had mentioned before. Meanwhile, Tsuruta Kameko, a midwife in Tokyo, becomes disillusioned with the attitude towards abortion and hospital births among young women. After winning a lottery, she embarks on a trip around the world but ends up in Okinawa where she discovers a need for midwives. Determined to make a difference, she decides to establish a maternity hospital on the island. The paths of these two women from different generations cross in the southern islands, where they are welcomed by the locals with open arms, embodying the Okinawan saying, "If we meet by chance, we're all brothers and sisters."

Yajima Manufacturing, a small factory located in the Ota district of Tokyo, is operated by Yajima Koichi and his son Kentaro. Unexpectedly, bobsleigh athlete Yanagida Miki visits one day and asks them to create a sleigh for her to use at the Sochi Winter Olympics. Despite Kentaro's initial hesitation due to his lack of experience with bobsleighs, he is inspired by Miki's dedication to her training and decides to take on the challenge. With limited resources and no blueprint, Kentaro struggles to build the sleigh. However, with the help of the factory workers, the project gains momentum and they work together to create the bobsleigh for Miki.

Before his wife passed away, Koichi Inoue, a 68-year-old man living alone, remains an active member of the rugby community. Koichi was a prominent player in the first national high school rugby championship held at Hanazono 50 years ago. Currently, he is involved in organizing the Tri-Osaka rugby event in collaboration with the Rugby World Cup Attraction Room at the city hall, initiated by his classmate Kato who is battling cancer. When Yuki Sakuragi, a newcomer to the event planning team with no knowledge of rugby, approaches Koichi for guidance, he dedicates himself to preparing for the event to uplift their ailing classmates. However, an unexpected obstacle arises when permission to use the grounds is denied for a mysterious reason. The future of the rugby event, imbued with Lagermans' sentiments, hangs in the balance.

The drama series is based in a laundromat located in Atsugi, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It revolves around Nagi Nagumo, a part-time worker at the laundromat, the owner of the establishment, and the various customers who frequent the place.

Tetsuro Kagiyama, a postgraduate student, resides independently in a studio flat. He strives to address issues such as dust accumulation and the upkeep of his air conditioning unit in his living space.

Takeuchi Ryoma decides to take a break from shooting and decides to spend his leisure time visiting a spice shop. He informs the owner of his desire to prepare an extra spicy curry, prompting her to suggest some of her top spice picks. They collaborate to whip up a delicious curry just as a new customer walks into the shop. (jdramas.wordpress.com)

Bakarhythm uses an apartment in Tokyo as his workspace for writing scripts and other content. While he is working alone at his desk, he is interrupted by visits from Bananaman Himura and Wakabayashi Masayasu. Actress Mizukawa Asami, who lives nearby, also joins them. This casual gathering of showbiz friends, although uneventful, takes place in the apartment.

At a gathering to bid farewell to Katsuhito Ando, a teacher of the high school basketball club, former female members came together. Three former captains, Kana Enoki, Yuko Tsuruga, and Akane Miyosawa, stood out with an air of melancholy. Each of them had recently experienced unexpected setbacks and joked about how their glory days were in high school. However, everything took a surprising turn when Kae, the teacher's wife, suggested that they all live together in a basketball dormitory. Along with the three former captains, Yuichi, the teacher's son, Tamaki, Kana's daughter, and a total of six individuals from different generations decided to share a living space. Thus, a "pseudo family" life began, with each member striving for personal growth. Will their lives take a dramatic turn as they navigate this new living arrangement?

Sugisaki Hana, a well-known actress with a hectic schedule, finds herself with unexpected free time during a break from filming. Curious creators have taken the opportunity to explore a different side of Sugisaki Hana during her downtime. One day, while on a break from shooting, Sugisaki Hana discovers that her washing machine is out of order. With no other option, she heads to the laundromat, where she realizes she only has 1,000 yen bills and no change. As she steps outside to find some change, she comes across musician Mizuki (played by Kamishiraishi Moka) performing on the street. Intrigued, Hana purchases Mizuki's CD for 1,000 yen, leaving her with no money for the laundromat. She attempts to borrow some change from Gonda, a fellow customer, but...

Jumonji Yuzo, a former child actor who once enjoyed success, now faces challenges in his acting career and takes on a part-time job at a supermarket to make ends meet. Inspired by his supervisor's advice, he begins to imagine the lives of customers based on the items in their shopping baskets. He is joined by colleagues Handa, who enjoys observing people, and Okazaki Megumi, a hardworking individual who holds Yuzo to high standards despite his lack of motivation.

Murata Motoki, a remote worker, decides to end his relationship with his controlling girlfriend who constantly bombards him with questions. In a similar situation, Eguchi Tomoka breaks up with her boyfriend who imposes strict rules on her behavior. Motoki and Tomoka meet at an offline event for an online game and find comfort in their relationship where they can freely discuss intimate topics. They develop a unique bond and begin a carefree and unrestricted relationship as Freedom Friends (FuriFure).

A touching tale unfolds as Maijo Suguru, who faces challenges in forming connections, experiences personal growth alongside the friends he encounters in the world of dance! (Japanese = fujitv

Scout Gohara Aura of the Yokohama Bay Golds is known for his sharp tongue and confident attitude as he travels across the country in search of hidden talent for the upcoming Draft King selection. Former pro player turned rookie scout Kamiki Ryosuke, along with the scout division led by the understanding Shimobe Rikuo, engage in intense discussions with Gohara to strengthen their team. Meanwhile, Gohara's rival, veteran scout Busujima Ryuji of the Osaka White Tigers, is determined to secure top players by any means necessary. As the two sides compete to find the best players, the question remains: will Gohara and his team be able to uncover a hidden gem and select the next Draft King?

Once she transitions into teenage motherhood, she has to confront the daily challenges of being a spouse and a parent while attempting to enjoy her youth.