The final episode of the TBS Sunday Theatre drama " Mikami Sensei " (Sunday 9pm) starring actor Tori Matsuzaka 's Class 3-2 have been facing and "thinking" about various issues together with Mikami ( Yuka Kageyama). In the run up to the final episode, we will be introducing the "graduation messages" of all the students in order of their attendance numbers. The third installment will feature the six students with attendance numbers 13 to 18: Kurayoshi Yume (Riko Nagase Yuka), Sakurai Michiru (Sakura Kiryu), Shiiba Haruno (Juri Kosaka), Shinonome Atsushi (Ryota Aoyama), Takanashi Shintaro (Aoyama Ryodai), and Chigira Haruka (Akari Takaishi).
The drama is an original "great reversal story of education revival" in which Takashi Mikami (played by Matsuzaka), a bureaucrat in the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, who wants to change Japan's education system, takes to the podium at a private high school and stands up to authority while guiding 18-year-old high school students living in the Reiwa era.
◇ Yume Kurayoshi (Kurayoshi Yume) / Yuka Kageyama
There are so many things to see, such as how the students will think for themselves and take action, and the cruel truth that Mikami Sensei will reveal! I hope you will continue to pay attention to each individual and their relationships as they take flight, and see how the students' expressions will be. The students' uniforms have changed little by little, but they are finally wearing clothes that make you feel like they are graduating, so please check that out too. When we were shooting the school festival preparation scene late into the night, it was so much fun to work together as one, as if we were returning to being real students. Kurayoshi's story in episodes 3 and 4 was accepted by my classmates and everyone watching more than I was, and I am filled with gratitude from the bottom of my heart. I wanted to be confident in that scene, but my hands were shaking and I couldn't speak well... I hope that Kurayoshi's weakness and strength will become someone's tomorrow.
Mikami Sensei always supported the filming site by putting the students and the work first. I learned a lot from his attitude towards acting and facing each actor. I think both Mikami Sensei and Matsuzaka-san had the determination and pressure to carry it all on their own, but I will also strive to become a person who can discipline myself and face people in the same way. Thank you so much!
◇ Michiru Sakurai / Riko Nagase
In the final episode, the bureaucrat Takashi Mikami plays the role of "Mikami Sensei" and faces the students who are about to graduate until the very end. There were many moments when I was taken aback by the teacher's soulful message through my role. In particular, in episode 6, where the teacher's past is discussed, the temperature on the entire set became higher than usual, which was impressive.
I also learned a lot from Matsuzaka-san, who played Mikami Sensei. The most impressive thing was how he was on set. As the leader of the group, he always looked at the set with an impartial attitude, and I think that only Matsuzaka-san could convey the words of Mikami Takashi, whose emotions are hard to read, and the warmth glimpsed in his eyes so delicately. I will always treasure the time I spent as a student under Mikami Sensei. Thank you so much!
◇Haruno Shiiba (played by Sakura Kiryu)
In the final episode, the students realize the importance of thinking through their encounter with Mikami Sensei, and begin to act of their own volition. Each one worries and searches for answers, but finds their own answer. You will be able to feel their great growth. And then there is the important scene with their best friend, Chigira. The moment I heard the performance, I couldn't stop crying without knowing why. It is such a moving scene. Please watch until the end as they waver, but decide to take a step forward into the future on their own two feet.
The scene that made the biggest impression on me was "The Vulture and the Girl." Kanzaki's lines in that scene exuded his sense of justice, and the strength of his convictions was apparent in every word. I remember getting goosebumps when I really felt that it was not just logic, but a cry from the heart. The moment I was touched by his honest feelings, I was deeply moved and thought how cool he was. It's a scene that I definitely want you to watch again carefully.
We were saved many times by Mikami Sensei's warmth and careful consideration. In particular, the words he said in the scene where he was talking about his brother, "He was someone who prioritized his own speed," remain in my heart even now. I feel that Mikami Sensei himself never rushed the steps of each of us students, but always watched over us calmly. His tolerance saved us many times. His generosity in carrying what is important with us, and his kindness in watching over us while gently standing close to us. I saw the ideal person in such a teacher. I will work hard to become an adult like Mikami Sensei someday. I was truly happy to have been able to work with the teacher through this production. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the learning and love.
◇Tazune Shinonome / Juri Juri Kosaka
"Personal is Political" "Butterfly Effect"
I would like you to watch how this word, which appeared at the beginning, connects to the story as the students of Class 3-2 grow. I would like you to review all the episodes, but I would also like you to rewatch the first lesson of Episode 1. Meeting Mikami Sensei allowed me to face myself squarely. I never forget that there are people around me. The days I spent with Mikami Sensei and Mr. Koreeda in Class 3-2 are treasures. Thank you very much.
Atsushi Shinonome (Juri Kosaka)
◇Shintaro Takanashi (Takanashi Shintaro) / Ryota Aoyama
The words of Mikami Sensei in episode 10 left a deep impression on me, but an equally memorable scene was in episode 6, when the teacher talks about his older brother (Kota). I felt the weight of his words and the subtle changes in his facial expressions so much that I would have liked to see footage only looking in the direction of Mikami Sensei, played by Matsuzaka-san, if I could. Takanashi, who I play, sits in the center seat at the very front, so it was a huge shock. Thanks to Matsuzaka-san's warm watching over me, it was a time when I was able to recapture my youth, whether the cameras were rolling or not. I will treasure the presents I received from all the students on the last day for the rest of my life. Thank you!
◇Haruka Chigira (Haruka Chigira) / Akari Takaishi
At the end of episode 9, it was revealed that Chigira had entered through the back door. Perhaps there is no choice that will make everyone happy. However, I believe that the time she has spent with Mikami Sensei and the students up until that point will surely support her in her choice. I have also been watching class 3-2 closely, and I have learned that while it is easy to say "think," it takes a lot of courage to face the problem without turning away from it. The students who continued to face it are really cool. Mikami Sensei. I will keep thinking.
Chigira
*The "taka" in Akari Takaishi.
