[edit]Synopsis

The basis for the drama is the novel "Kashikogi" by author Cho Chang-in, which has sold 2 million copies in Korea since its publication in 2000. It has already been adapted as a television drama and a stage play in that country. On February 4, Shogakukan is publishing the book in Japan under the title "Good Life" Sorimachi plays the part of Daichi Sawamoto, a newspaper reporter who has always prioritized his work over his family. When his wife suddenly leaves him, he finally notices the love he has been receiving from his son. Just as he decides to answer back, it is discovered that his son has leukemia. Igawa plays Sawamoto's wife, Eikura plays a pediatrics specialist, and Ihara plays a doctor. --Tokyograph

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Comments (2)

  1. 900 characters remaining Spoiler?
  • allanah Sep 2, 2011
    Yay the description is fixed! I'm on episode 7 now and the story was spoiled for me by the previous description. So sad~ But I love this drama so far. Especially the Kashikogi metaphor
  • blingkyu Jun 20, 2011
    heartbroken drama
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Good Life ~Arigatou, Papa. Sayonara~

Good Life ~Arigatou, Papa. Sayonara~

Title

  • Main Title: Good Life ~Arigatou, Papa. Sayonara~
  • Native title: グッドライフ~ありがとう、
  • Also Known as: Good Life ~Thank You Dad. Goodbye~

General Details

  • CountryJapan
    TypeDrama
    NetworkFuji TV
  • Aired: April 18, 2011 to June 28, 2011
  • Airs On: Tuesday
  • # of Episodes 11
    Average Duration 45 min. per episode
  • Genres: Family

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  • Ranked: #NA
  • Popularity: #979
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