Goodbye Love

Raised by a single mother, Kanzaki Sena is a gentle-hearted, hard-working OL at an advertising agency. She lives with her fiance and co-worker, Shindou Kouki, who comes from a line of important politicians. His family, against their engagement, pushes him to marry another woman with better family connections. This strains Sena and Kouki's relationship and they begin to grow distant. Around this time, Sena meets a mysterious janitor named Moriyama Seiji and is drawn to his darkness. One fateful evening, an incident occurs that changes the destinies of all 3 characters.

Directed by —, Goodbye Love leans on a strong ensemble — Saki Aibu, Takaya Kamikawa, Kei Tanaka — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2010.