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Black Kite

TV·2013–2013·1 season, 10 episodes·TBS·Drama, Family·46m·Created by Kiyoshi Shigematsu

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Yasu's mother passed away when he was very young and his father abandoned him. Yasu's wife, Misako, also lost both her parents when she was young. The two spend their days in happiness, watching their young son, Akira, grow up. Unfortunately, a freakish accident occurs that results in Misako sacrificing her life to protect her son. Yasu loses himself in grief and remorse, but recovers as he vows to raise his 3 year-old son as best as possible.

Castfull cast & details

Seiyo UchinoSeiyo UchinoYasuo IchikawaTakeru SatohTakeru SatohAkira IchikawaKazue FukiishiKazue FukiishiYumi SakamotoTakako TokiwaTakako TokiwaIchikawa MisakoBengalBengalPresident BitoKenta UchinoKenta UchinoRokukawa ShinnosukeTsubasa HondaTsubasa HondaMatsumoto KyoTakako KatouTakako KatouSachie

Episodes by season

Season0110Episodes2013Aired—Season avg
  1. S01E01A hopeless man that hopelessly loved his wife and son for over 30 years... Dedicated to all fathersJanuary 13, 2013—
  2. S01E02The determination of loveJanuary 20, 2013—
  3. S01E03Father & Son's rebellious periodJanuary 27, 2013—
  4. S01E04My real motherFebruary 3, 2013—
  5. S01E05Farewell, my dearFebruary 10, 2013—
  6. S01E06Father and son's final momentsFebruary 17, 2013—
  7. S01E07IndependenceFebruary 24, 2013—
  8. S01E08Last will and testamentMarch 3, 2013—
  9. S01E09An abrupt end...March 10, 2013—
  10. S01E10The End ~ The miraculous gift of 30 years of life and love from father to sonMarch 17, 2013—

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