Asu no Hikari wo Tsukame

2010 – 2013Show3 seasons135 episodes

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A deeply moving, cathartic drama series about everyday modern life and growing up, with standout characters.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for scares, laughs or brutality.

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Story

"Tanpopo Farm," a facility overlooking the ocean, offers rehabilitation for troubled youth—those from reform schools, bullied individuals, and those dealing with addictions. Kitayama Shuji, who runs the farm, faces rejection from the town and even his daughter but remains committed to helping these young people heal. The story unfolds as Sakuragi Tsubasa arrives at Tanpopo Farm and meets Sawaguchi Haruka, a popular high school basketball player. Despite her bright exterior, Haruka faces betrayal from her mother, opposition from her father (a City Council member against the farm), and bullying at school. Through their bond, Tsubasa and Haruka find solace and begin to develop deeper feelings for each other.

Feels like

  • Youth Rehabilitation
  • Healing Drama
  • Teenage Struggles
  • Found Family
  • Emotional Journey
  • Societal Acceptance
  • Hopeful Narratives
  • Slice of Life
  • Melodramatic Romance
  • Character-Driven

Cast

Crew

Written by
Yûki Shimizu
Music by
Harumi Fuuki

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Facts

July 5, 2010 · August 30, 2013 · Ended

First aired
July 5, 2010
Last aired
August 30, 2013
Status
Ended
Length
3 seasons · 135 episodes
Genres
Drama
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Available in
1 country

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Asu no Hikari wo Tsukame?"

Questions about Asu no Hikari wo Tsukame

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Asu no Hikari wo Tsukame?

It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Asu no Hikari wo Tsukame okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Asu no Hikari wo Tsukame plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

Will I feel good after watching Asu no Hikari wo Tsukame?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 7 for wholesome.

Is Asu no Hikari wo Tsukame in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.