Asuka
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1
Seasons
1999
First Aired
2
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Overview
The 61st NHK Asadora Drama is Asuka. Set in Kyoto in the home of a traditional Japanese candy-maker, Asuka is the story of one young girl's dream to one day walk in her father's shoes and become a top candy-maker in the male-dominated world of wagashi (Japanese confectionery). Asuka grows to be a healthy, adventurous young girl with a deep curiosity and, a desire to become a candy-maker like her father. This NHK drama is one of the best in years with an excellent cast, a well-developed story based on extensive research into the traditional worlds of candy making and the tea ceremony in Kyoto, and beautiful scenery and settings in Kyoto and the surrounding areas.
Status
Ended
Original Name
あすか
First Air Date
1999-10-04
Last Air Date
2000-04-01
Languages
Japanese
Episodes
149
Seasons
1
Episode Runtime
15 min
Networks
NHK G
