NHK drama “Wind, Kaoru” episodes 72‑73 air with new plot twists

The 72nd episode of NHK’s morning drama “Wind, Kaoru” aired on July 7, focusing on the nurse Rin (Mie Ue) whose condition worsens after a troubling incident involving a colleague. Director‑doctor Tada (Michitaka Tsutsui) orders her to resume normal duties, but her demeanor appears off‑balance, prompting concern from her friends Naomi (Juri Uesaka) and Mitsu.

The following day, July 8, episode 73 was broadcast. Naomi rushes to Toyo’s (Yoneko Matsukin) home after receiving an SOS call from a patient, Maruyama. The episode shows Naomi’s relief at arriving in time and Toyo’s gratitude for her help, while the narrative continues to explore the challenges faced by the two nurses during the Meiji era.