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  • NHK G

The Piano Forest

  • 2018 – 2019
  • Ended
  • Animation · Drama
  • ~24m / ep
  • 2 seasons
  • 6.5/10

A tranquil tale about two boys from very different upbringings. On one hand you have Kai, born as the son of a prostitute, who's been playing the abandoned piano in the forest near his home ever since he was young. And on the other you have Syuhei, practically breast-fed by the piano as the son of a family of prestigious pianists. Yet it is their common bond with the piano that eventually intertwines their paths in life.

Latest: Season 2 · 2019

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  1. E1. Chopin's Journey

    Jan 27, 2019 · 25m

    The names of those advancing to the second round of the Chopin competition are announced, and Shuhei is shocked when Adamski fails to make the cut.

  2. E2. Fixation

    Feb 3, 2019 · 25m

    Following Sophie Ormesson, Wei Pang takes the stage. Though deeply influenced by Ajino, he demonstrates a depth and pain not found in Ajino's playing.

  3. E3. Awakening

    Feb 10, 2019 · 25m

    Out of the remaining 30 pianists, only 12 will advance to the final round. Shuhei takes the stage with just one goal in mind for his performance.

  4. E4. Promise

    Feb 17, 2019 · 25m

    Lech Szymanowski performs with his sister, Emilia in his heart. Despite the hometown preference for a Polish contestant, Kai's playing wows the crowd.

  5. E5. The Dance of Deliberation

    Feb 24, 2019 · 25m

    Once Kai's finishes his performance, it's all up to the judges. But one judge argues against allowing Kai to advance and requests a complete recount.

  6. E6. Requiem

    Mar 3, 2019 · 25m

    After the results are announced, Kai catches Shuhei at a bad time. The next day, they have a painful conversation in a park.

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