Rich Man, Poor Woman

Rich Man, Poor Woman (2012)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy, Romance

Hyuga Toru is an affluent man whose personality is on the contrary, speckled with flaws. A CEO of an IT firm who is published on Forbes as a billionaire, Toru attained his fortune through chance and pure luck. A woman who meets Toru and eventually becomes attracted to him is Sawaki Chihiro. She is a hardworking college student at Tokyo University who has prepared for her future as much as she possibly could through studies and obtaining licenses. Despite her efforts, she has yet to land a job. Upon meeting Toru, she begins to unravel a genuine pureness inside him and solitude resulting from such pureness, which eventually draws her closer to him. The two repeatedly conflict each other, but little by little learn about one another to grow and develop together.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 21:00 (54 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E11The finale. Going to where you are...Their future togetherSept. 17, 2012
S01E10I can't contain these feelings...the answer we came up with togetherSept. 10, 2012
S01E09Have faith in me! I want to break down your wallsSept. 3, 2012
S01E08After throwing everything away, together we will...journey to a new tomorrowAug. 27, 2012
S01E07The president of the company is changing...!? Goodbye my belovedAug. 20, 2012
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' premiere?

'Rich Man, Poor Woman' premiered on July 9, 2012.

Who are the main characters in 'Rich Man, Poor Woman'?

The main characters in 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' are Toru Hyuga and Sawaki Chihiro.

What is the genre of 'Rich Man, Poor Woman'?

'Rich Man, Poor Woman' is a romantic comedy drama series.

Where does the story of 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' take place?

The story of 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' takes place in Tokyo, Japan.

Who is the director of 'Rich Man, Poor Woman'?

'Rich Man, Poor Woman' was directed by Masaki Nishiura.

What is the runtime of each episode of 'Rich Man, Poor Woman'?

Each episode of 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' has a runtime of approximately 45 minutes.

What is the premise of 'Rich Man, Poor Woman'?

'Rich Man, Poor Woman' follows the story of a genius entrepreneur and a job-hunting college graduate who form an unlikely bond.

Who are the main writers of 'Rich Man, Poor Woman'?

'Rich Man, Poor Woman' was written by Naoko Adachi and Rin Eto.

Is 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' based on a novel or manga?

No, 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' is an original TV series and is not based on a novel or manga.

What is the theme song of 'Rich Man, Poor Woman'?

The theme song of 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' is "Love, Hate" by Arashi.

How many episodes does 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' have?

'Rich Man, Poor Woman' has a total of 11 episodes.

Did 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' receive any awards?

Yes, 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' won the Best Drama award at the 77th Television Drama Academy Awards.

Did 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' have a high viewership?

Yes, 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' was well-received and had a high viewership during its airing.

Are there any spin-offs or sequels to 'Rich Man, Poor Woman'?

No, there are no spin-offs or sequels to 'Rich Man, Poor Woman'.

Did 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' have a satisfying conclusion?

'Rich Man, Poor Woman' had a satisfying conclusion that wrapped up the main storylines.

Where can viewers watch 'Rich Man, Poor Woman' online?

'Rich Man, Poor Woman' can be streamed online on various platforms like Netflix and Hulu.

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Also known as

  • リッチマン、プアウーマン (Japan)
  • Ricchiman Puauman (Japan)

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