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9 / 10vash_donutangel · 2004
Indeed, Oda Yuji is well over 30....BUT WHY IS HE SO DAMN CUTE? :D I nearly flipped over the first time I saw it...I think he's adorable :3
Yusuke Santamaria does a good job too~. ^_^
Rocket boy
ロケット・ボーイ
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| Network | Fuji TV |
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| Broadcast | 10 Jan 2001 |
| Episodes | 7 Episodes |
| Viewership | — |
| Fan score | 6.7 from 3 reviews |
Synopsis
The main character, Kobayashi (Yuji Oda), works at a travel agency, and has the preconceived notion that in 2001 he will be able to go on a trip to outer space. Now 30, his girlfriend has left him, and a year has passed since he promised to take over the Japanese style bed and breakfast that his father runs.
While trying to avoid his father who has brought a potential bride for him to Tokyo, Kobayashi ends up in a baseball stadium, where he meets two other guys. The two that Kobayashi meets are Suzuki (Yusuke Santamaria), a salesman for a food service company, and Tanaka (Somegoro Ichikawa). Suzuki is troubled over his proposed marriage to the daughter of one of his customers who runs a "ramen shop". Tanaka, works at an advertising agency and is the second male child in his family. Although appearing to be on the right track at work, Tanaka actually has lots of problems of his own.
After the intriguing meeting with the other two, Kobayashi is able to sympathize with them and he...
Synopsis: Fuji TV
Cast & characters
Theme song
- “Sora no mukou made” — Oda Yuji
Fan reviews
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Can give this a miss!
4 / 10piglet44 · 2002
A bit nonsensical. I think Oda Yuji is a bit too old to act cute.
Full of Hope
7 / 10tetsukei · 2001
The drama started on a distressing note. Kobayashi is 31, and has no achievements in life worth mentioning. He and his acquaintances Suzuki and Tanaka are all in the same boat. Despite their "ripe-old" ages, they are all confused, directionless men with low self-esteem.
As the drama progresses, we see the 3 men become best of friends, giving one another encouragement and drive. Kobayashi soon picks up courage to apply for NASDA selection. Suzuki realises that happiness can alse be found in a little ramen shop. Tanaka makes up with his family, while holding his own up against the brilliant achievements of his father and brother.
The drama ends on a hopeful note, and I felt really happy. It's one of the dramas with less star appeal, but has a believable plot and constructive end, including lots of humour.
Recommended for viewers who want a change from the usual love dramas. Not much of a soundtrack to boast of, but has a really upbeat little tune that brings a smile to the viewer's face.