Popular entertainer makes surprise appearance as medical social worker The 19th medical record"

The second episode of the TBS Sunday Theatre drama " The 19th medical record " (Sundays at 9pm), starring Jun Matsumoto , aired on July 27th. Entertainer Fujii Takashi made a surprise appearance as a medical social worker, drawing praise on social media for the "great casting."

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The drama is based on the manga " The 19th medical record Tokushige's Medical Interview" by Katsuhito Fujiya, and depicts a general practitioner who lends a helping hand to his patients' lives. This is Matsumoto's first time playing a doctor, and the cast also includes Fuka Koshiba and Mackenyu. The script is written by Aya Tsubota, who has also written the "Kounodori" series (same channel).

Kariya is a medical social worker who provides advice to patients and their families who are troubled or anxious, and mediates to resolve their problems. He has strong communication skills and is a character who can instantly brighten up the people around him.

Kariya heard from Tokushige (Matsumoto) about Okazaki Taku (Sugita Rairin), who had been looking after his younger brother in place of their parents. "OK, I'll take action! I'm a social worker for times like these!" he replied with a smile.

On social media, comments such as "Fujii Takashi is a great choice for the role of social worker! I hope there will be an episode where the social worker plays an important role," "Fujii Takashi is perfect for the role," and "I wish our facility had a social worker like Fujii Takashi" were posted, attracting attention.