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2004
3 Seasons
7.4 (383)

Gokusen is a Japanese television drama series that aired from April to July in 2004 on Nippon Television. The show features an ensemble cast of popular actors, led by Yukie Nakama, Katsuhisa Namase, Ken Utsui, Kenji Anan, Ken Kaneko, and Shinji Uchiyama. The show follows the story of Kumiko Yamaguchi, played by Nakama, a young teacher who is the granddaughter of a Yakuza boss. When her grandfather passes away, Kumiko decides to follow her dream of becoming a teacher and takes up a job at an all-boys high school. However, her new students are not your typical group of teenagers. They are mostly delinquents who have been expelled from other schools, and they come from different gangs and backgrounds.

Despite the challenges, Kumiko is determined to make a difference and help her students succeed. She takes on the role of their mentor, and over time she gains their trust and respect. Her students, in turn, gradually start to change and become more responsible and caring individuals.

One of Kumiko's biggest supporters is her homeroom teacher, Shinohara, played by Namase. He is a kind-hearted person who helps Kumiko navigate the realities of teaching and provides her with a constant source of encouragement. He also becomes a confidante and friend to Kumiko, and their interactions provide some of the most touching moments in the show.

The show also features several subplots involving Kumiko's family and her students, with each character facing their own unique challenges and struggles. One student, for example, is dealing with the pressure of living up to his father's expectations, while another is struggling to come to terms with his own sexuality.

The show is filled with humor, heartwarming moments, and some action sequences that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The chemistry between the cast members is excellent, and their performances are top-notch. Nakama particularly shines in her role as Kumiko, bringing both strength and vulnerability to her character.

Overall, Gokusen is a delightful series that offers a fresh take on the typical high school drama genre. While it has its fair share of cliches, the show manages to rise above them thanks to its engaging plot, memorable characters, and strong performances. It is a must-watch for fans of Japanese dramas and anyone looking for a feel-good series with heart.

Gokusen is a series that ran for 3 seasons (33 episodes) between January 6, 2004 and on Other

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11. Final Episode

June 28, 2008

Goda, a former Akado Gakuin student, still holds a grudge against the school, especially Class 3D. He ambushes the students asking them to join his gang. When they decline, Goda and his gang attack the the students, sending Ren to the hospital with serious injuries. Blinded by rage, Ren's friends forget everything Kumiko has taught them as they go after Goda.

10. Episode Ten

June 21, 2008

Yamato's relationship with his dad is the worst as he's always compared Yamato to his smart brother. After a bad encounter with his dad, Yamato gets into a fight with some thugs. When one of the thugs gets hit by a weapon, Yamato is falsely accused of assault. Now without the intervention of a guardian, Yamato has no choice but to accept his punishment.

9. Episode Nine

June 14, 2008

Class 3D sneaks into the school at night to capture Akado Gakuin's mythical legend. Instead, they catch something even bigger. As Class 3D celebrates, Murayama ruins the mood. He refuses to get along with his classmates, especially since they will all go their separate ways after graduation. However, his new friends might not be as trustworthy as he thinks.

8. Episode Eight

June 7, 2008

Kamiya runs into some Ara High students while out on a date. Unable to take their harassment, he throws the first punch, only to get completely beaten up in return. Angry about being so weak, he ignores the help of his friends and vows to prove he has become stronger by getting revenge on those Ara High students.

7. Episode Seven

May 31, 2008

Yamato and his friends get into an argument with some muggers after school. They manage to run away safely, but Yamato gets a bad feeling when he learns one of the muggers was Goda. Goda, a former Akado Gakuin student, was known as the legendary gang leader. Yamato's fear comes true when Goda targets his anger towards Yamato and Class 3D.

6. Episode Six

May 24, 2008

Everyone is excited for the upcoming mixer Kamiya has organized. Everyone, but Kuraki. Wondering why he refuses to go, Kuraki's friends secretly follow him and find him with a pretty girl at the Natsume General Hospital. Seeing how determined he is to protect the girl he loves, Kumiko cheers for both his love and her almost nonexistent one.

5. Episode Five

May 17, 2008

Honjo's father asks him to deposit an important payment to the bank. However, Honjo had secretly spent some of that money. He tries to earn back the missing amount, but making so much money so quickly is impossible. Luckily, he ran into an acquaintance who offers to loan it to him. Honjo happily agrees, forgetting there is no such thing as a free lunch.

4. Episode Four

May 10, 2008

Ren has been working part-time, but his sister tries to make him quit when she learns his school forbids part-time jobs. Ren refuses, saying he plans to move out. Shocked, she tries to talk to him about her plans, but he completely ignores her. Unfortunately for Ren, Kumiko finds out he might be working at a host club, despite being a minor.

3. Episode Three

May 3, 2008

A string of violent attacks by a gang of young men have been happening around Akado Gakuin. The obvious suspects are in Class 3D, especially after Ichimura punches a student from the prestigious Aoshiba High. Though Kumiko believes in her students' innocence, she has no way of proving it. Meanwhile, a group of masked men approach some of Class 3D's students.

2. Episode Two

April 26, 2008

Class 3D just cannot stop fighting among each other. Kumiko thinks the answer is to create friendships and a sense of solidarity within the class. Instead, things escalate into a one-to-one match between the two strongest students. When Kumiko gets wind of the fight, she rushes over to the site and does something her students never expected.

1. Episode One

April 19, 2008

Akado Gakuin High School is at its wits end, so they hire Mr. Sawatari to reform Class 3D, their den of bad students. However, he fails almost instantly, putting his job at risk. In an effort to save his job, Mr. Sawatari promises to bring a teacher who can make even the worst delinquents sit quietly in class and heads off to a sounthern island.

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