Bijo to Danshi

Bijo to Danshi (Japanese: 美女と男子, literally "Beauty and the Man") is a Japanese television drama series that aired on NHK from April 14 to August 25, 2015. The series consists of 20 episodes and explores the dynamics of the Japanese entertainment industry.

Plot

The story follows Ichiko Sawatari, played by Yukie Nakama, a career-oriented woman working in the planning department of an IT company. Her professional life shifts when she is ordered by her superior, Haruhiko Madarame, to manage a talent agency called Hinode Pro, which maintains a partnership with her firm. Although initially resistant to the transfer, she accepts the assignment with the goal of revitalizing the struggling agency to secure her return to her original position.

Upon arriving at Hinode Pro, Ichiko discovers that the agency represents only unpopular talent. To turn the company around, she begins scouting for new faces, eventually discovering Ryo Sakisaka, portrayed by Keita Machida, at a construction site. The narrative focuses on Ichiko's efforts to transform Ryo into a successful star.

Cast

The series features an extensive ensemble cast, including:

Yukie Nakama as Ichiko Sawatari
Keita Machida as Ryo Sakisaka
Masao Kusakari as Haruhiko Madarame
Eri Tokunaga as Rika Himura
Takeo Nakahara as Atsushi Himura
Reiko Tajima as Toshiko Himura

Yukie Nakama, who plays the lead role of Ichiko Sawatari.

Keita Machida, who plays the role of Ryo Sakisaka.

Production

The drama was directed by Zennosuke Matsuura with a screenplay written by Kumiko Tabuchi. It was broadcast on NHK's Tuesday 22:00 time slot.