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Its an interesting series and not at all what we anticipated when we first started viewing. We thought it was going to be a adult medical drama, and it is with some very keen, realistic medical drama but its actually a "fish out of water" storyline of a young doctor exiled to the local primary school due to a social misunderstanding in a medical situation while an intern at the local hospital. Made comic by the fact he possesses no interpersonal skills whatsoever even with adults, let alone children.

It is difficult to determine who the show is targeted at. I think many adults will find the main setting and focus of the drama being a primary school (Gr 1-6) a bit tedious at times. The acting is good and in fact the child actors are superb and phenomenally convincing in their roles. But we could not see young people watching this series on their own: too adult for children and too juvenile for teens. We landed on it by happenstance & misunderstanding of its focal point but that's not really the way to market a series!

All through the series we were afraid the writers would go the dreaded route of putting the 2 main characters into a "relationship" and thankfully that was never touched.

Is it worth watching? Yes, and it has good entertainment value as well as interesting medical drama. You will need to be in the mood for a different flavor of serial drama and have an open mind but we enjoyed it.

I hate everyone besides the docter. THe dude is a genuis put to work in a school. We find out a slightly dark past that is revealed later on as to why he was specifically designated to a school instead of the hospital. He diagnoses people fast, but then the teacher complains to him about how unfriendly he is and the staff don't like him for being 'scary' when he just says the facts. I agree with his thnking of just telling them how it is, that would be way more useful plus the children in elementary are still stupid but also represented as smart knowledgeable humans who still have the childish rumor spreading and dumb ideas time to time but also as people who have their own wants.

I just hate how many adults are against the docter who does nothing but be great at his job slowly become more out of safe zone to meet what people want him to be.

The "After-School Doctor" series gently renders average days in a modern Japanese elementary school. But if we remember our childhood experiences, "average" means "unpredictable." Due to a nurse on maternity leave, a reluctantly assigned male pediatrician grumbles in an assembly: "Stay away from the infirmary. " This makes the children laugh-they expect female nurses-while the teachers shake at his negative demeanor. Of course, he means "stay healthy," so the infirmary becomes center stage. (AsianWiki nails the storyline.) Although the episodes occur in Japan, most schools worldwide experience similar themes, making us aware of how "acting out" children often hide a grave issue, whether physical or mental, deep inside. Lessons are learned, such as when the students take a first aid class, and one girl who hates the doctor (watch the series to know why) must perform emergency CPR. She and the doctor respect each other after saving a stranger's life. There is also comedic relief when the children beam as they gather around their grumpy, no-nonsense "after-school doctor." The entire cast works well together. As Dr. Makino Takashi, popular singer and visual artist Kôhei Matsushita smoothly transforms from a stiff professional to an empathetic soul, although he still attempts to hide this. He hints at kindness when he tends to his plants outside his office. His sense of urgency, when he realizes a crisis may erupt, is most compelling - as when he kneels, begging a girl to allow him to help her from self-harm.

Praise the child actors for their performances (the "MyDramaList" site credits most of them). They are all moving when they react to sad circumstances, whether having a defective heart, a fear of dying, recovering from an infectious disease. Or becoming a "cutter." The young actress who performs CPR is remarkable when she expresses fear until the doctor guides her through the process. Those playing characters who appear mean or indifferent reveal a façade when they hunger for understanding. A tall girl with curly hair is impressive just by her presence. Another excellent Japanese series, "Light of My Lion," focuses on child abuse, but there are moments of joy, and the little protagonist, who has so much fun acting and improvising, will steal your heart.

Morikawa Aoi leads the ensemble of teachers and administrators. Her frustration with Dr. Makino Takashi is evident, and she may appear overly emotional, but this contrasts with his altruism. Hokago Karte, as the school nurse, lets us know that the children will be fine when she returns. The other actors, also in supporting roles, clearly define their characters we should recognize in our life experiences.

The series strongly emphasizes children's health, highlighting how small steps signify great strides in improvement. It beautifully illustrates activities like drawing, writing, singing, and group games, which can bring joy and foster creativity in the young and adults. This focus on health and happiness is informative and inspiring, showing the potential for positive change.