The 115th episode of the NHK Asadora drama series "Bakebake ," starring Akari Takaishi , aired on March 13th (NHK General, Monday-Saturday 8:00 AM, etc.), and the "departure" of Nishikiori ( Ryo Yoshizawa) has caused widespread feelings of loss among viewers.
In this episode, Heaven (Tommy Bastow) wakes up in Matsue for the first time in a long time. However, he feels nothing when he hears the sounds that used to move him or sees the scenery that used to move him. Disturbed by his own change, Heaven is confronted with "reality" by Nishikori, who says, "You can no longer feel anything in this country. You can't write anything either," and "As a writer, you're as good as dead."
Heaven retorted, "Don't make fun of me, I can definitely write it," and rushed into the Hanada Inn, writing with single-minded focus. Toki (Takaishi) watched from outside the room when Nishikori came in and muttered, "I hope he can write it now... I egged him on. It's his last job as a literary assistant. That guy... he's such a handful."
In the final stages, Heaven, having returned to Kumamoto from Matsue, finally completes his new book. A copy of Heaven's finished work, "From the Eastern Country," arrives at Nishikori's home in Matsue. Turning the pages, he finds a note in English that reads, "To cherish memories of the Izumo era. To Yuichi Nishikori," and Nishikori smiles with delight.
The 115th episode concluded with a narration by the comedy duo Snake and Frog (Asagaya Sisters) revealing that Nishikiori had passed away a few months later.
On social media, comments included: "Missing Nishikori," "I can't believe we won't see Nishikori anymore," "It was sad but beautiful," "I was surprised that Nishikori died off-screen, but it was the best exit. It really sparks the imagination and I'll be immersed in this Nishikori loss for a long time," "I loved how Nishikori was at the mercy of Ryo Yoshizawa sensei," "He was like another heroine," "Applause for Yoshizawa Ryo," and "Thank you, Ryo Yoshizawa, for living Nishikori's life to the fullest."
