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JIN 2 (2011)

Country | Japan |
Season Year | Spring 2011 |
Air Dates | Apr 17, 2011 – Jun 12, 2011 |
Episodes | 11 |
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Official Site | |
Licensed | No |
Synopsis
JIN: The Beloved Drama Returns with an Epic Sequel
The highly acclaimed Sunday drama JIN: The Man Who Saved Lives, which aired in October 2009, is making a long-awaited return with a sequel premiering on April 17, 2011. This groundbreaking series follows modern-day neurosurgeon Minakata Jin (Osawa Takao), who is transported back in time to the late Edo period after a mysterious incident. Struggling with limited medical tools, Jin saves lives while forging deep connections with historical figures like the legendary Ryoma Sakamoto (Uchino Masahiro). Alongside allies like the resilient Tachibana Saki (Ayase Haruka) and courtesan Naho (Nakatani Miki), Jin becomes entangled in the turmoil of the Bakumatsu era in this sweeping human drama.
Praised for exploring the essence of life, compassion, and human perseverance, JIN captivated audiences and achieved record-breaking success. The series peaked at a 29.8% viewership rating, with an average of 25.3% for its finale, earning the highest ratings for a 2009 drama. Its impact extended globally, winning prestigious awards such as the Tokyo International Drama Award, the Galaxy Award, and international accolades like the Seoul Drama Awards and Cannes MIPCOM Buyers’ Award, amassing an impressive 33 awards to date.
What to Expect from the Sequel
Due to overwhelming demand from fans, JIN returns to continue its story with its original cast and thrilling new additions. Takao Osawa reprises his role, joined by new cast members including Takahiro Fujimoto as Saigo Takamori, Tomoka Kurokawa as Princess Kazunomiya, and Ryuta Sato as an original character, Shusuke Azuma, a samurai from Choshu. These additions bring even more historical depth as Jin navigates the complex interplay between history and destiny.
The sequel promises to unravel every mystery left by the original, bringing viewers closure while exploring Jin’s profound relationships with Japan’s iconic historical figures. Don’t miss this epic continuation of JIN, a series that redefined historical dramas and captured hearts worldwide.
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