Good Life: Thank You, Papa, Goodbye (2011)
The basis for the drama is the novel “Kashikogi” by author Cho Chang-in, which has sold 2 million copies in Korea since its publication in 2000. It has already been adapted as a television drama and a stage play in that country. On February 4, Shogakukan is publishing the book in Japan under the title “Good Life.” Sorimachi plays the part of Daichi Sawamoto, a newspaper reporter who has always prioritized his work over his family. When his wife suddenly leaves him, he finally notices the love he has been receiving from his son. Just as he decides to answer back, it is discovered that his son has leukemia.
- First Air Date: 2011-04-19
- Last Air Date: 2011-06-28
- Total Seasons: 1
- Total Episodes: 11
- Episode Runtime: 54 min.
- Network: Kansai TV, Fuji TV
- Directors: Yoshishige Miyake, Keiichiro Shiraki.
- Writer: Satomi Oshima
- Creator: Cho Chang In
