Orange Days
Kai Yuuki (Satoshi Tsumabuki) is in his senior year at university studying social welfare psychology. At present, he is in the middle of job-hunting season. He is finding it difficult with no job offers so far. One day, he meets a girl who is playing violin in the campus. She is Sae Hagio (Kou Shibasaki). In marked contrast to her beautiful tone and attractive looks, her personality is somewhat impertinent. And to top it off, she communicates through very vulgar sign language. Four years ago, she lost the most important thing for a violinist - her hearing. As a result Sae closed off her inner self from the outside world. Kai finds himself on a date with Sae, in place of his best friend. Unexpectedly, he comes into contact with Sae's private side. Love, job-hunting, friendship... Setting a campus in spring as a dorama's backdrop, it's the start of a glittering youth drama.
- 2004-2004
- 1 season
- Netflix
- Drama
Kai Yuuki (Satoshi Tsumabuki) is in his senior year at university studying social welfare psychology. At present, he is in the middle of job-hunting season. He is finding it difficult with no job offers so far. One day, he meets a girl who is playing violin in the campus. She is Sae Hagio (Kou Shibasaki). In marked contrast to her beautiful tone and attractive looks, her personality is somewhat impertinent. And to top it off, she communicates through very vulgar sign language. Four years ago, she lost the most important thing for a violinist - her hearing. As a result Sae closed off her inner self from the outside world. Kai finds himself on a date with Sae, in place of his best friend. Unexpectedly, he comes into contact with Sae's private side. Love, job-hunting, friendship... Setting a campus in spring as a dorama's backdrop, it's the start of a glittering youth drama.
Season 1 Episode Guide
11 Episodes 2004
Episode 1
The Madonna Who Lost Her Voice
Kai Yuki, a college senior studying social welfare psychology, struggles to get any job offers. One day, he sees a girl playing the violin on campus.
Episode 2
The Beginning of Love
Tasked with assisting Sae, Maho asks Kai for help. After hearing about Sae's past from her friend Akane, Kai tries to recover the violin she sold.
Episode 3
Your Tears
Kai arranges for a semi-pro student orchestra to hold an audition for Sae. She is overjoyed when she passes, but a complication soon arises.
Episode 4
My Broken Heart
At Keita's suggestion, Kai and his friends start keeping a shared diary. Later, Maho stuns Kai by telling him they should take some time apart.
Episode 5
An Evening of Secrets
In celebration of Akane's job offer, Keita invites the Orange Group members on a camping trip. Kai runs into Maho at a café, but Sano soon shows up.
Episode 6
Her Love
When Sae struggles to find a job that piques her interest, Kai suggests that she play piano. She asks her mom for lessons after seeing a job listing.
Episode 7
I Love You
An old friend from when Sae studied abroad in America asks her out on a date. Despite his jealous feelings, Kai helps her calm her nerves.
Episode 8
The Couple That Is Bound Together
Sae's fear of getting hurt causes her to act coldly toward Kai and anger him. Akane invites the Orange Group to the beach to help them make up.
Episode 9
A Sad Fate
When her mother gets invited to join a German orchestra, Sae must decide if she'll move with her or stay in Japan. Later, she runs into an old friend.
Episode 10
You Are Not Here
After Sae's hearing worsens, her mother suggests surgery for the first time. The Orange Group hangs out one last time before Shohei leaves for Tibet.
Episode 11
Your Voice
Life goes on for the remaining Orange Group members. After Shohei returns for graduation, Kai admits over drinks that he still has feelings for Sae.