Soko wo Nantoka (2012 TV Series)
Soko wo Nantoka (Japanese: そこをなんとか) is a Japanese legal drama series that aired on NHK from October 21 to December 16, 2012. The series consists of nine episodes and was broadcast on Sundays from 10:00 PM to 10:49 PM. It is based on the manga series of the same name by Mikoto Aso, which was first serialized in the manga magazine MELODY in June 2007.
Plot
The story follows Rakuko Kaise, a young woman from a financially disadvantaged background who pursues a career in law with the primary goal of achieving financial stability. During her time in law school, she supported herself by working at a bar. After passing the bar examination, she secures a position at a small law office. The series depicts her professional development as she takes on various legal cases, many of which are not particularly lucrative, helping her grow into a dedicated and experienced attorney.
Cast
The series features an ensemble cast led by Yuika Motokariya as the protagonist, Rakuko Kaise. Other primary cast members include:
- Yuika Motokariya as Rakuko Kaise
- Kamejiro Ichikawa as Hiroaki Shoji
- Megumi as Aki Kubota
- Shunji Igarashi as Kouki Akaboshi
- Oshiro Maeda as Subaru Kubota
- Kohei Takeda as Kouki Kaise
- Waka Inoue as Shiori Nakado
- Kohei Otomo as Kotaro Sugawara
Production
The series was directed by Keiji Kataoka and Takashi Isshiki, with screenplays written by Masako Imai and Rie Yokota. A sequel, titled Soko wo Nantoka 2, was produced and aired by NHK in 2014.
