Hokuo Kojirase Nikki (2022)

Other name: 北欧こじらせ日記

Description:

Shimako, an employee at a bustling Tokyo travel agency, lives a quiet life infused with her passion for Scandinavia. Her small apartment is a personal sanctuary, meticulously adorned with Finnish goods, food, and music, making her feel as though she’s living in Finland itself. This cherished routine is shattered when her company’s president shockingly announces bankruptcy. The sudden collapse of her professional world leaves Shimako reeling, forcing her to confront an uncertain future. Amidst this profound upheaval, her deep-seated love for Finland unexpectedly intensifies. What was once a delightful hobby now evolves into a powerful, almost spiritual connection to the country. This crisis compels her to consider her dreams more seriously, sparking a newfound resolve to truly experience the Nordic paradise she has always adored.

Producer: TV Tokyo

Director: Ishibashi Yuho [石橋夕帆]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2022

Genre:Drama; life; Miniseries; Novel