Synopsis

Fuji Television’s freshly launched Dramatic Sunday programming block presents an inspiring new school drama starring acclaimed actor Eguchi Yosuke this January. The series tells the moving story of a blue-collar construction worker who unexpectedly finds himself appointed as principal of a failing elementary school slated for closure. With no formal educational background but plenty of heart, this unconventional leader must confront numerous challenges – from battling a rigid system obsessed with test scores to reconnecting with disillusioned students and their disengaged parents.

This poignant human drama explores the transformative power of genuine dedication as Eguchi’s character wages an impassioned campaign to revive both the school’s fortunes and the community’s faith in education. Teachers who have lost their idealism, parents who have given up on the system, and children who no longer see value in school all become part of this emotional journey toward renewal.