The 61st NHK Asadora Drama is Asuka. Set in Kyoto in the home of a traditional Japanese candy-maker, Asuka is the story of one young girl's dream to one day walk in her father's shoes and become a top candy-maker in the male-dominated world of wagashi (Japanese confectionery). Asuka grows to be a healthy, adventurous young girl with a deep curiosity and, a desire to become a candy-maker like her father. This NHK drama is one of the best in years with an excellent cast, a well-developed story based on extensive research into the traditional worlds of candy making and the tea ceremony in Kyoto, and beautiful scenery and settings in Kyoto and the surrounding areas.
- Status
- Ended
- Original Title
- あすか
- Original Language
- Japanese
- Production
- NHK
- Network
- NHK G
- Last Episode
- S1 E149 · Apr 1, 2000
Cast
Media
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Asuka online for free?
You can stream Asuka (1999) right here on FlixWow — every episode, in HD, completely free. No subscription, no signup, nothing to install.
What is Asuka about?
The 61st NHK Asadora Drama is Asuka. Set in Kyoto in the home of a traditional Japanese candy-maker, Asuka is the story of one young girl's dream to one day walk in her father's shoes and become a top candy-maker in the male-dominated world of wagashi (Japanese confectionery). Asuka grows to be a healthy, adventurous y…
How many episodes does Asuka have?
Asuka has 149 episodes — all available to watch free on FlixWow.
Who stars in Asuka?
The series stars Yuko Takeuchi, Tomio Umezawa, Naohito Fujiki, Hitomi Sato, Yūko Natori and more.
When was Asuka released?
Asuka was released in 1999 and is streaming free on FlixWow.
Is Asuka worth watching?
Asuka holds a rating of 8.0/10 from viewer votes (1 ratings). Watch it free on FlixWow and judge for yourself.