Kuchinai Sakura (2024)

Other name: 朽ちないサクラ, Eternal Sakura, A Cherry Tree That Never Rots

Description:

Kuchinai Sakura plunges into a gripping scandal rocking the prefectural police. The murder of a female university student, whose complaint was reportedly delayed by a negligent police officer, is exposed by a local newspaper. This scoop throws the entire police station into turmoil as they frantically search for the source of the leak. Moriguchi Izumi, working in the police's public relations department, finds herself suspecting her best friend, reporter Tsumura Chika, of breaking their trust and leaking the sensitive information. However, Tsumura Chika vehemently denies any involvement, insisting on her innocence. Just one week later, Tsumura Chika is tragically found dead. Consumed by profound remorse and guilt, believing her suspicions led to her friend's demise, Moriguchi Izumi embarks on a determined quest to uncover the truth behind Tsumura Chika's death.

Airs On: Jun 21, 2024

Director: Hara Hiroto [原廣利]

Country: Japanese

Status: Upcoming

Released: 2024

Genre:Investigation; Mystery; Novel