Ushijima the Loan Shark 2010
What is Ushijima the Loan Shark?
Ushijima the Loan Shark is a television series that follows the operations of an unconventional financial institution. The show centers on Kaoru Ushijima and his company Kaukau Finance, which serves as a lending service for individuals who have exhausted all other financial options.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2010
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 27
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 12, 2010
- Last aired
- Sep 12, 2016
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- MBS, TBS
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Ushijima the Loan Shark is a television series that follows the operations of an unconventional financial institution. The show centers on Kaoru Ushijima and his company Kaukau Finance, which serves as a lending service for individuals who have exhausted all other financial options. The series examines the harsh realities of debt collection through the lens of its protagonist, who operates with unwavering determination. Ushijima's methods are portrayed as relentless and uncompromising, reflecting the desperate circumstances of both lender and borrower. The program explores themes of financial desperation and the moral complexities inherent in predatory lending practices. Each episode likely delves into different cases handled by the finance company, showcasing the various ways people become trapped in cycles of debt. The series presents a stark portrayal of underground finance and its impact on vulnerable populations. Through its central character, the show examines how economic desperation can lead to extreme measures on both sides of the lending equation.
Should you watch it?
“A ruthless loan shark navigates the dark underbelly of society.”
- raw portrayal of societal desperation
- strong central performance
- unflinching look at underground finance
- not for sensitive viewers
- slow pacing in early episodes
You're drawn to morally complex characters and gritty social realism.
Contains mature themes and depictions of poverty and exploitation.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 9 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Oct 12, 2010
- E2 Episode 2 Oct 19, 2010
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 26, 2010
- E4 Episode 4 Nov 2, 2010
- E5 Episode 5 Nov 9, 2010
- E6 Episode 6 Nov 16, 2010
- E7 Episode 7 Nov 30, 2010
- E8 Episode 8 Dec 7, 2010
- E9 Episode 9 Dec 14, 2010
Season 2 · 9 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jan 17, 2014
- E2 Episode 2 Jan 24, 2014
- E3 Episode 3 Jan 31, 2014
- E4 Episode 4 Feb 7, 2014
- E5 Episode 5 Feb 14, 2014
- E6 Episode 6 Feb 21, 2014
- E7 Episode 7 Feb 28, 2014
- E8 Episode 8 Mar 7, 2014
- E9 Episode 9 Mar 14, 2014
Season 3 · 9 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jul 18, 2016
- E2 Episode 2 Jul 25, 2016
- E3 Episode 3 Aug 1, 2016
- E4 Episode 4 Aug 8, 2016
- E5 Episode 5 Aug 15, 2016
- E6 Episode 6 Aug 22, 2016
- E7 Episode 7 Aug 29, 2016
- E8 Episode 8 Sep 5, 2016
- E9 Episode 9 Sep 12, 2016
Frequently asked questions
Is it based on a true story?
No, it's adapted from a fictional manga series.
What is the main character's profession?
He runs a black-market lending business.
Does it have subtitles or dubs?
Availability depends on the streaming platform and region.
How many seasons are there?
Multiple seasons were produced over several years.
Is it suitable for children?
No, it's intended for mature audiences due to its themes and content.