Fuji TV's new drama 'Last Note' starring 50‑year‑old Uchida Yuki launches with mixed reviews

The first episode of Fuji Television’s Thursday night series "Last Note" aired on July 9. The adult‑romance drama pairs 50‑year‑old actress Uchida Yuki with 31‑year‑old actor Teraishi Takuto, portraying an unlikely age‑gap romance that evolves into a passionate relationship. Uchida, returning to a Fuji TV lead role after a 30‑year hiatus, has been praised on social media for her youthful appearance, while Teraishi’s performance has attracted both praise for his intensity and criticism for seeming forced.

The episode recorded a 5.0 % average household rating in the Kanto region, a modest start for the series. Produced by the team behind previous Fuji TV dramas that tackled taboo subjects, "Last Note" is available for catch‑up streaming on TVer and FOD.