Ōgon no Hibi (1978) 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 Matsumoto Hakuō II, Komaki Kurihara, and Jinpachi Nezu, 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.
Ōgon no Hibi (1978)
Also known as: 黄金岁月, おうごんのひび
First aired: January 8, 1978
Runtime: 45 min
Networks: NHK
Cast: Matsumoto Hakuō II, Komaki Kurihara, Jinpachi Nezu, Koji Tsuruta, Tetsuro Tamba, Ryūzō Hayashi
Luzon Sukezaemon is a merchant who imports vases from the Philippines. The vases are highly valued as tea utensils and he makes a huge profit. This was the first taiga drama to concentrate on the lives of commoners and the reviled merchant class of the Tokugawa period. It documents the rise and fall of the merchant city of Sakai, as seen by its most famous resident, the semilegendary Luzon.
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