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.
Seasons and episodes
1 season · 149 episodes
Starring
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch Asuka?
- Asuka is not currently listed on a streaming service in the US. Use the country picker on the page to check other markets.
- How many seasons of Asuka are there?
- Asuka has 1 season and 149 episodes. Status: Ended.
- Will there be a new season of Asuka?
- Asuka has ended; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on April 1, 2000.
- Who stars in Asuka?
- Asuka stars Yuko Takeuchi, Tomio Umezawa, Naohito Fujiki, Hitomi Sato, Yūko Natori.
