Agri (1997) is a Drama series that keeps its premise clear and easy to follow from the start. The pacing is measured, relying on a few strong moments rather than constant escalation. The cast, featuring Misato Tanaka, Mansai Nomura, and Kōtarō Satomi, helps keep the story grounded. Ratings sit around 10.0/10, and it will likely land best with viewers who already enjoy the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date, check this page for the latest availability.
Agri (1997)
Also known as: Aguri
First aired: April 7, 1997
Runtime: 15 min
Networks: NHK
The 56th NHK Asadora Renzoku Drama is Agri. Story's settings include Okayama and Tokyo (Ichigaya). This renzoku chronicles the life of a Showa period hairdresser, and is based on a true life story of Moshizuki Agri. Agri has worked for over 70 years as a beautician. She is a successful business woman who survived the war by becoming a farmer. During the war, going to the beauty salon was considered a frivolity, so many such businesses went bankrupt as Japan suffered from the energy spent as all the yen was fueled into the war effort.
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