Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!

Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou! (2016)

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Yukari (Nao Matsushita) works at city hall in Ofunato City, Japan. She is one of the employees in charge of a matchmaking party held on a train. Suddenly, her older sister's husband, Tatsuya (Masanobu Ando), appears. Yukari's older sister has been missing and Tatsuya begins to live with Yukari, her mother Haruko (Keiko Matsuzaka) and her cousin Nanami (Yuina Kuroshima).

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday at 22:00 (45 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E03Episode 3Mar 12, 2016
S01E02Episode 2Mar 5, 2016
S01E01Episode 1Feb 27, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' premiere?

'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' premiered on June 25, 2016.

Who are the main characters in 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!'?

The main characters in 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' include Hiroshi (played by Takumi Saito) and Rie (played by Mao Inoue).

Where is the setting of 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!'?

The setting of 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' is in Sanriku, a coastal region in Japan.

What is the premise of 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!'?

'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' revolves around a man named Hiroshi who embarks on a journey to find his missing girlfriend, Rie, in the aftermath of the Great East Japan Earthquake.

Who directed 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!'?

'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' was directed by Hiroshi Kurosaki.

How many episodes are there in 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!'?

'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' consists of 8 episodes.

What is the genre of 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!'?

'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' is a drama series.

What is the theme song of 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!'?

The theme song of 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' is "Kokoro no Sora" performed by BUMP OF CHICKEN.

Did 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' receive any awards?

Yes, 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' won the Excellence Award at the 22nd Japan Media Arts Festival in 2018.

Is 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' based on a true story?

Yes, 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' is based on a true story of a couple separated during the Great East Japan Earthquake.

How was the acting performance in 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' received by the audience?

The acting performance in 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' was highly praised by the audience for its emotional depth and authenticity.

What were some of the challenges faced during the production of 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!'?

Some of the challenges faced during the production of 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' included recreating the devastation caused by the earthquake and ensuring the story remained respectful to the real-life events.

Was 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' popular among viewers?

Yes, 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' gained a dedicated fan base and received positive feedback from viewers.

Did 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' promote any social messages?

Yes, 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' aimed to raise awareness about the impact of natural disasters and the resilience of affected communities.

Were there any notable guest appearances in 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!'?

Yes, 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' featured guest appearances by renowned actors and actresses, adding to the overall appeal of the series.

Did 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' receive positive reviews from critics?

Yes, 'Koi no Sanriku ~ Ressha-kon de Ikou!' received positive reviews from critics, praising its heartfelt storytelling and compelling performances.

Also known as

  • Let's Take A Sanriku Matchmaking-Party Train!
  • 恋の三陸 列車コンで行こう! (Japan)

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