“Tiger and Her Wings” to Receive Omnibus Broadcast Ahead of Spin-off Series
Fans of the popular Japanese television drama “The Tiger and Her Wings” (Tora ni Tsubasa) will have a chance to revisit the acclaimed series with a special omnibus broadcast on March 15th, prior to the premiere of its spin-off, “Todoroki Yamada Law Office,” on March 20th.
About “The Tiger and Her Wings”
“The Tiger and Her Wings” is the 110th Asadora series produced by NHK, following “Boogie Woogie.”1 The drama is inspired by the life of Yoshiko Mibuchi, one of Japan’s first female lawyers, though it is presented as a fictionalized account.1
The story centers on Tomoko Inotsume, a woman striving to become a lawyer in 1930s Japan, facing significant societal and legal obstacles due to her gender. The series depicts her journey and the challenges faced by early female legal professionals, as well as their efforts to support vulnerable individuals.1
Broadcast Schedule for the Omnibus
The omnibus broadcast on March 15th will feature the following segments:
- Highlights (1): 11:30 PM – 12:15 AM (next day)
- Summary (2): 12:15 AM – 1:00 AM
- Omnibus (3): 1:00 AM – 1:45 AM
- Summary (4): 1:45 AM – 2:30 AM
The omnibus will similarly be available on NHK ONE through simultaneous and on-demand viewing options.
Key Production Details
“The Tiger and Her Wings” features a prominent cast including Sairi Ito, Masaki Okada, Yuriko Ishida, and Kenichi Matsuyama.1 The series was written by Erika Yoshida, with music composed by Yūta Mori, and features the theme song “Sayonara, Mata Itsuka!” by Kenshi Yonezu. Machiko Ono provides narration.1
The original series aired from April 1st to September 27th, 2024, consisting of 130 episodes, each approximately 15 minutes in length.1
Spin-off Series: “Todoroki Yamada Law Office”
The upcoming spin-off, “Todoroki Yamada Law Office,” will continue the legal drama narrative, building upon the foundation established by “The Tiger and Her Wings.” The series is scheduled to premiere on March 20th.