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NHK Names Nozomi Morita Lead of 2027 Spring Asadora ‘Meguru Swan,’ Written by Bakalizm

The series centers on a community safety officer in a town modeled on Lake Suwa who finds purpose in safeguarding quiet days.

Overview

  • NHK announced the first-half 2027 morning drama, officially titled Meguru Swan, at a press event on November 21.
  • Nozomi Morita, 29, will headline the series, with comedian-writer Bakalizm penning the script in a comedy-tinged approach.
  • The setting is a fictional Sawa City inspired by the Lake Suwa area of Nagano Prefecture.
  • The protagonist, assigned to the community safety division after aspiring to be a detective, grows into a trusted presence focused on preventing incidents.
  • NHK has not yet released the full cast or exact broadcast dates, and the creative team emphasized a light tone to help viewers start their mornings.