Scarred by bluntness, yet cherry blossoms still bloom today.
Sakura grew up on a remote island. She has a dream, which is to build a bridge on her island. In the spring of 2009, Sakura joins a big construction company. She does not hesitate to tell her colleagues about her dream to build a bridge. Sakura's determination to accomplish her dream affects the colleagues at her company.
WriterKazuhiko Yukawa
A 10-Year Journal with One Entry Per Year, Reflecting On Her First Friends—Can A Woman Who Won’t Bend Her Dreams Survive in the Corporate World?
Oct 9, 2019
Sakura starts her career at a construction company, leaving a strong impression on her four coworkers with her blunt personality and her dream of building a bridge to her hometown.
Can a Woman Who Won't Compromise on Her Dreams and Fights the Trials of Her Second Year at The Company Save Her Colleague from an Abusive Boss?
Oct 16, 2019
Kikuo visits Sakura, still unconscious in her hospital bed, and reflects on a pivotal moment during their second year at the company when she challenged authority after being tasked with reducing unnecessary overtime.
During the 3rd Year at the Company, a Disaster Occurs and The Colleague Who Gave Her a Serious Reprimand Flees Through a Marriage Departure - The Soul’s Cry Is, "Hag, Hag, Hag!"
Oct 23, 2019
Yuri recalls a time when Sakura's bluntness upset a client, causing office tensions. The following day's earthquake exacerbated Yuri's personal struggles, leading her to plan to marry someone she didn’t truly love.
Those Who Can't Handle a Fourth-Year Setback Should Resign and Stay Indoors for Life
Oct 30, 2019
Rentarou visits Sakura’s hospital room and recalls an event from their fourth year. Struggling with stress after failing an important exam, Rentarou overhears colleagues mocking him, and in a fit of anger he accidentally injures Sakura.
In The Fifth Year, a Connection is Revealed! A Fierce Slap in Return for the Thoughtless First Kiss!
Nov 13, 2019
Aoi visits Sakura in the hospital and remembers their 5th year at work when he won an award but felt pressured to rely on his father. Struggling with feelings of inadequacy, he confides in Sakura who encourages him to confront his father.
Year Six, and She Finally Yields!? Can a Woman Not Live True to Herself?
Nov 20, 2019
Sumire visits Sakura and recalls 2014 when she struggled with work and raising her daughter after a divorce. Balancing a demanding seminar project and family pressures, Sumire eventually breaks down under the strain.
Year Seven, Her Dream is Unfulfilled and the Death of Her Beloved Strikes! The True Ordeal and Despair
Nov 27, 2019
Kurokawa visits comatose Sakura, feeling guilty. Flashback to 2015: Sakura, excited about the bridge, learns of safety concerns and is asked to reassure locals. As she prepares for the meeting, her colleagues face personal challenges.
Year Eight, Five Faxes Sent By A Friend
Dec 11, 2019
In December 2019, Sakura’s colleagues are asked to decide on her transfer as she remains in a coma. In 2016, after losing her grandfather and her dream, Sakura withdraws from life. By 2018, her friends try to help, but she remains broken.
The Woman Who Doesn’t Compromise Has Returned!
Dec 18, 2019
Sakura wakes from coma, only to learn she's been fired. Supported by her friends, she resolves to pursue her dream of building a facility to help others. As she faces setbacks in her job search, she contemplates returning to her hometown.
Farewell, Friends... No Tears Needed!
Dec 25, 2019
Sakura's old colleagues reflect on their past as she returns to Hanamura. Rehired as a project leader, Sakura faces conflicts between her role and her friendships, grappling with whether to pursue power or remain loyal to her friends.
