In the 55th episode (aired June 12th) of the NHK Asadora drama series "Kaze,Kaoru " (NHK General, Monday-Saturday, 8:00 AM, etc.), Ai Mikami and Juri Kosaka , what scene captivated viewers the most? We examined the minute-by-minute changes in "attention level" (according to REVISIO, Kanto region, preliminary figures), which indicates the percentage of viewers glued to the screen, and found that the peak was 73.0% at 8:14 AM.
" Kaze,Kaoru" is based on the story of two trained nurses, Chika Ozeki and Masa Suzuki, who graduated from the same nursing school. The drama depicts how these two women struggle with how to interact with patients and doctors, clash with each other, grow as individuals, and eventually become the "ultimate buddy duo." Mikami plays Rin Ichinose, and Uesaka plays Naomi Oya.
The data used is REVISIO's proprietary "Attention Level" index (Kanto region, preliminary figures), which surveys program and commercial viewing habits in 2,000 households in the Kanto region and 600 households in the Kansai region. A dedicated device equipped with a human recognition sensor constantly measures whether people are looking at the television screen, and calculates the percentage of people in front of the television who were paying close attention to the program.
◇Attention levels surged at 8:14 AM during the ending.
In episode 55, a dinner party is held at Rin's (Mikami) house to express gratitude to Shimaken (Sano Masaya). Naomi (Uesaka) and Makimura (Hayashi Yuta) also come, and everyone enjoys a pleasant time, but suddenly Makimura takes a surprising action. Meanwhile, at the hospital, Director Tada (Tsutsui Michitaka) and Watanabe (Morita Kanro) talk with Dr. Burns (Emma Howard).
On this day, following the 54th episode the previous day, the level of attention remained somewhat low, with even the peak hours barely reaching the mid-60% range. However, at 8:14 AM, the ending of the episode, it suddenly jumped to 73.0%.
◇What will happen? The unsettling ending of the first generation members has garnered 73% of attention.
The sudden jump of approximately 10 points, reaching a record high of 73.0% at 8:14 a.m., occurred after Principal Kajiwara (Ise Shima) informed the first-year students that the Umeoka Girls' School's affiliated nursing school would be closing.
Between 8:11 AM (62.4%) and 8:13 AM (63.0%), Principal Kajiwara gathered the first-year students and announced, "Umeoka Nursing School will be closing with all of you who are currently doing your practical training." Kajiwara cited the establishment of a nursing department at Teito Medical University Hospital, which would make practical training impossible, as the reason, and bowed his head, saying, "I decided it would be irresponsible to continue to be in charge of future students without a clear outlook. It is due to my own shortcomings. I am sorry."
Principal Kajiwara explained, "You will be able to complete your practical training at Teito Medical University Hospital until the very end, so please continue your training with peace of mind. There is nothing to worry about." He then addressed the students, saying, "As the first graduating class of Umeoka Nursing School, please follow Professor Burns' instructions and complete your training with pride."
Even at this point, the shocking decision to "close the school" has been announced, but the level of attention remains largely unchanged, staying flat. Perhaps Principal Kajiwara's words, "There's nothing to worry about," have calmed viewers down a little. However, at around 8:14 AM, it becomes clear that there are actually more serious facts hidden than what Principal Kajiwara has explained.
Principal Kajiwara reveals to Mr. Burns and Matsui (Hyunri) that "the plan to have those girls work at Teito Medical University Hospital after graduation is off the table." Matsui is shocked that the post-graduation plans for the first graduating class have been reset, saying, "No way..." Burns also looks troubled and deep in thought.
Meanwhile, back in their rooms, the first-year students, prompted by the eldest, Kiyo (Akiko Kikuchi), who offered dried sweet potatoes saying, "Now is the perfect time to eat," began spreading out the sweets they had brought and started eating. The stark contrast between this peaceful scene and the truth revealed by Principal Kajiwara may have shocked viewers even more.
◇Was Makimura's proposal a "flop" in terms of attracting attention?
Incidentally, another topic of discussion in episode 55 was Makimura's sudden marriage proposal to Yasu (Hayasaka Miharu), which took place between 8:06 and 8:07 AM. While it did gain some attention, it only reached 67.0% at 8:06 AM. (Text by Hiroki Sasamoto/MANTANWEB)
