The final ratings data are now in for the NHK taiga drama "Atsuhime." The popular show, starring Aoi Miyazaki,
ended its run on Sunday with its 50th episode, which averaged 28.7% in
the Kanto area. The show started out at only 20.3% in January, but ratings
gradually rose throughout the year. For the final episode, ratings
peaked at 34.9%.
Next year's taiga drama, "Tenchijin" starring Satoshi Tsumabuki, premieres on January 4.

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