The 88th episode of the NHK morning drama "Bakeke" (General TV, Monday to Saturday 8:00 AM and others), starring Takaishi Akari, was broadcast on February 4th, and viewers' attention was drawn to Shoda (Hama Masago), who had an unexpected reunion with Sawa (Marui Wan).
After Kajitani's (Iwasaki Udai) article was published, Toki (Takaishi) was mistaken for Heaven's (Tommy Bastow) Rashamen by the people of Matsue. He began to receive cold stares from the public, and continued to be harassed, with garbage being thrown onto his property.
Worried about Toki, Sawa (Marui Wan), Yanami (Sato Honami) and others rush to his side. Encouraged by the two, Toki's smile returns to his former self.
When Heaven returns home with students Nishikori (Yoshizawa Ryo), Shoda, Masaki (Hidaka Yukito), and others, not only Sawa and Nami, but also the members of the Shiratori Club and the children from the tenement house rush over and everyone laughs together.
Shoda noticed Sawa and became confused, asking, "Why... why is Sawa here?" Shoda awkwardly greeted her with, "It's been a while..." and Sawa bowed her head and said, "It's been a while... sorry..."
Shoda was tutoring Sawa, who was aiming to become a regular teacher. Encouraged by Toki and Heaven, Shoda finally made up his mind to propose to Sawa (Marui Wan) in episode 85 (broadcast on January 30th), but his wish was not fulfilled.
Regarding Shoda and Sawa's reunion, comments on social media included, "I'm excited about Sawa and Shoda's reunion," "He's still hung up on them lol," "It looks like he has no eyes for anyone other than Osawa," "I hope they can go back to studying together and eating soba noodles," "I hope there'll be a sequel to their romance," "It'll be fine, Shoda, there's still a chance," "I see this as a development that suggests there's more to come for Osawa and Shoda," "They care about each other so I hope something works out," "Can we still hope there's a chance?" and "I really want Osawa and Shoda to get together."
