The 52nd episode of the NHK Asadora drama "Bakebake " (General TV, Monday to Saturday 8:00 AM and other times), starring Akari Takaishi , was broadcast on Getsuku, and viewers responded to Rio (Kana Kita)'s unwavering love for Heaven (Tommy Bastow).
In episode 52, Rio ambushes Heaven, pretends to meet her by chance at Shiroyama Inari Shrine, and even makes a seal with Heaven, making a strong appeal. She also confidently tells Toki, "I'm sure we'll become a great partner."
Afterwards, Rio invites Heaven to a party to celebrate her recovery. Toki learns from reporter Kajitani (Iwasaki Udai) that Rio plans to propose to Heaven there. Kajitani says he saw Rio doing a hundred-bow pilgrimage and says, "That Western-obsessed young lady is clinging to an ancient Japanese way. What could someone who has been blessed with everything be wishing for so badly...?"
Kajitani also said that he had checked with Rio's attendant Matsuura (Takizawa Osamu), revealing, "I heard that the young lady had asked him for advice about proposing to her."
Comments on social media included, "My heart pounded," "I couldn't help but want to root for her," "Lady Rio sacrifices herself by praying for success in love by doing a hundred bows. She's so serious and devoted," "She's that serious...," "I'm surprised she did a hundred bows! But she's trying so hard and it's so cute," and "Lady Rio is so adorable I'm dizzy."
