NHK morning drama “Kaze, Kaoru” episode 80 airs on July 17

The 80th episode of NHK’s morning drama “Kaze, Kaoru” was broadcast on July 17. The story follows Rin (Mie Ue Ai) as newspaper reporter Yokozawa arrives at her school dormitory, urging her to confront societal injustices. In Tokyo, nurse Naomi (Juri Uesaka) continues caring for a sick, financially‑strapped patient, Bumi, and encourages him to seek medical help despite his reluctance.

The preceding episode (79) introduced Yokozawa and highlighted the clash between powerful landowners and reform‑seeking characters, setting the stage for the current episode’s focus on challenging entrenched authority and supporting the vulnerable.