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Ten Count to the Future 2022

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What is Ten Count to the Future?

Ten Count to the Future is a Japanese television drama series that originally premiered on April 14, 2022. The program, which aired on TV Asahi, features a cast including Takuya Kimura, Hikari Mitsushima, Ken Yasuda, and Yuki Uchida.

Type
TV series
Year
2022
Status
Ended
Episodes
9
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Apr 14, 2022
Last aired
Jun 9, 2022
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
tv asahi
Genres
Drama
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Ten Count to the Future is a Japanese television drama series that originally premiered on April 14, 2022. The program, which aired on TV Asahi, features a cast including Takuya Kimura, Hikari Mitsushima, Ken Yasuda, and Yuki Uchida. The story follows Kirisawa Shogo, a man who was once a brilliant amateur boxer during his high school years, having achieved four championship victories. Following his university studies, Kirisawa quit the sport. His life later fell into disarray due to a series of personal hardships, including the death of his wife, injuries, and other misfortune, leaving him without hope or a desire for the future. He eventually takes on part-time work to survive. His circumstances change when a friend requests that he return to his former high school to coach the boxing team. Kirisawa accepts the position, leading him to engage with the students. The series is also known by its native Japanese title, Mirai e no 10 Kaunto.

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“A former boxing prodigy finds a new path after accepting a high school coaching position.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling character arc
  • focus on sports mentorship
Keep in mind
  • heavy themes of grief

Watch it if you enjoy stories about personal transformation through sports and mentorship.

The narrative deals with themes of loss and depression following the death of a spouse.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the protagonist?

The protagonist is Kirisawa Shogo, a former amateur boxer.

What was Kirisawa Shogo's past in boxing?

He was a brilliant amateur boxer who won four tournaments.

Why did he quit boxing?

He stopped participating in the sport during his university years.

What is his current life situation?

Following the death of his wife, he works part-time jobs and lacks a desire to live.

What prompts his return to boxing?

A friend asks him to coach the boxing team at his former high school.