Long Vacation

Long Vacation (1996)

EndedScripted showDrama, Romance

Sena is a college graduate who dreams of becoming a world class pianist. He teaches piano at a local piano school. Minami is an out of work model. On her wedding day, she gets dumped by her fiance and loses all of her savings, which she gave to her fiance. Her fiance turns out to be Senna's former roommate. She rushes to Sena's apartment and finds out that her fiance has skipped town. With no money and no where to go, she moves in with Sena.

Network
Scheduleevery Monday at 21:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

God's Chosen Fate
Season 1Episode 1170 min

God's Chosen Fate

After performing well in the preliminary competition, Sena is offered to sign with a music label. However, if he agrees to sign, he can't join the competition anymore. The people around him aren't optimistic that he'll win the competition and advise him to withdraw. Meanwhile, Minami and Sena sleep together, but they are unsure about the status of their relationship and what the future holds for both of them.
Jun 24, 1996

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E11God's Chosen FateJun 24, 1996
S01E10Last LoveJun 17, 1996
S01E09Sena's TearsJun 10, 1996
S01E08Morning BreakupJun 3, 1996
S01E07Sleepless NightMay 27, 1996
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Long Vacation' premiere?

'Long Vacation' premiered on April 15, 1996.

Who were the main actors in 'Long Vacation'?

The main actors in 'Long Vacation' were Takuya Kimura, Tomoko Yamaguchi, and Takako Matsu.

What is the genre of 'Long Vacation'?

'Long Vacation' is a Japanese romantic drama television series.

Where is 'Long Vacation' set?

'Long Vacation' is set in Tokyo, Japan.

Who is the creator of 'Long Vacation'?

'Long Vacation' was created by Shogo Kashida.

How many episodes does 'Long Vacation' have?

'Long Vacation' consists of 11 episodes.

What is the storyline of 'Long Vacation'?

'Long Vacation' follows the story of a failed musician who becomes a housekeeper and falls in love with a woman who is in a complicated relationship.

What is the theme song of 'Long Vacation'?

The theme song of 'Long Vacation' is called "La La La Love Song" performed by Toshinobu Kubota.

Who directed 'Long Vacation'?

'Long Vacation' was directed by Shunji Iwai.

Was 'Long Vacation' a popular show?

Yes, 'Long Vacation' was well-received by audiences and gained a significant following.

Did 'Long Vacation' win any awards?

Yes, 'Long Vacation' won several awards, including Best Drama at the 6th Television Drama Academy Awards.

What was the viewership rating of 'Long Vacation'?

'Long Vacation' achieved high viewership ratings throughout its run, making it one of the most-watched dramas during its airing.

Are there any notable guest appearances in 'Long Vacation'?

Yes, 'Long Vacation' featured guest appearances by popular actors such as Eri Fukatsu and Tsuyoshi Domoto.

Was 'Long Vacation' adapted from a novel?

No, 'Long Vacation' was an original television series and not based on a novel.

Did 'Long Vacation' have a significant impact on Japanese pop culture?

Yes, 'Long Vacation' is considered a classic television series and had a significant impact on Japanese pop culture, influencing future dramas and romantic storylines.

Cast

Takuya Kimura

Takuya Kimura

plays Sena Hidetoshi
Kosuke Toyohara

Kosuke Toyohara

plays Sugisaki Tetsuya
Yutaka Takenouchi

Yutaka Takenouchi

plays Shinji Hayama
Takako Matsu

Takako Matsu

plays Ryoko Okusawa
Tomoko Yamaguchi

Tomoko Yamaguchi

plays Minami Hayama
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Characters

Sena Hidetoshi

Sena Hidetoshi

played by Takuya Kimura
Sugisaki Tetsuya

Sugisaki Tetsuya

played by Kosuke Toyohara
Shinji Hayama

Shinji Hayama

played by Yutaka Takenouchi
Ryoko Okusawa

Ryoko Okusawa

played by Takako Matsu
Minami Hayama

Minami Hayama

played by Tomoko Yamaguchi
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Also known as

  • ロングバケーション (Japan)

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