Ceremonial Officiator

The protagonist, Ryuhei Oyamada, is a successful manager at a housing company. After a major project, he is unexpectedly transferred to lead the "Ceremonial Services Department," a role he initially sees as a demotion. He struggles to adapt to his new duties, which involve organizing weddings and funerals for company employees. Through various conflicts and challenges, he gradually begins to appreciate the profound human connections and emotional depth of his work. The drama follows his journey as he learns to accept his unconventional job and recognizes its true value.

Directed by —, Ceremonial Officiator leans on a strong ensemble — Kenichi Hagiwara, Miyoko Asada, Yasunori Danta — 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 1996.