The Great Passage
舟を編む
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About
The publication of a new dictionary titled The Great Passage progresses. Mitsuya Majime, originally from publisher Genbu Shobo's sales department, has been recruited by Kouhei Araki, a veteran editor of the dictionary department who is looking to retire soon. The dictionary department is known internally as the "money-eating insect," but Mitsuya uses his perseverance and attachment to the words in order to become a great editor. Mitsuya, who has poor social skills, finds himself working with another man named Masashi Nishioka, who is able to express himself better.
Cast
Yoko Hikasa
as Kishibe Midori (voice)
Hiroshi Kamiya
as Nishioka Masashi (voice)
Yoshiko Sakakibara
as Sasaki Kaoru (voice)
Tetsuo Kanao
as Araki Kohei (voice)
Maaya Sakamoto
as Hayashi Kaguya (voice)
Takahiro Sakurai
as Majime Mitsuya (voice)
Mugihito
as Matsumoto Tomosuke (voice)
Chiwa Saito
as Miyoshi Remi (voice)
Seasons
Episodes
Season 1
Vastness
Nishioka is in a book store when he spots a salesman named Majime from Genbu Books doing a poor job. Meanwhile, the veteran dictionary editor Araki is searching for a successor as he prepares for retirement. Nishioka mentions his encounter with Majime. Araki heads to the sales department to meet this Majime.Upon meeting him, Araki sees Majime's potential and recruits him on the spot.
Encounter
After Majime transfers to the dictionary editorial department, he learns of Araki and the supervisor Matsumoto-sensei's passion for dictionaries, and tell him of Daitokai, the dictionary they are working on. Majime is consumed with worry about living up to their expectations. His landlady, Take, tells him to simply depend on each other. That night, Majime encounters a beautiful girl on the balcony.
Love
It's discovered that Majime has fallen for Take's granddaughter Kaguya. The editorial team decides to visit the restaurant where she is learning to become a chef. Majime is enamored with Kaguya as she answers Nishioka's questions. Majime admires Nishioka and his ability to engage people. Nishioka finds Majime's awkwardness entertaining. Nishioka hears a rumor about Daitokai being canceled.
Steady Progress
To stop the rumored cancellation of Daitokai, the editorial team unites to implement Nishioka's plan. Nishioka has never felt more alive while successfully executing his plan. A few months later, Majime has a day off and Take pushes him to go out with Kaguya. The two of them make their way around Tokyo. Kaugya passionately talks of cooking. Majime is moved. That night, Majime begins to write a letter to express his feelings to Kaguya.
Waver
The director informs Nishioka the conditions for the Daitokai's continuation, which are the revision of another dictionary and Nishioka's transfer to the marketing department. Nishioka's shocked, but seeing the team's joy with the sample copies of Daitokai, he vows to do all he can before his transfer. Later, Majime works up the courage to hand Kaguya his letter.
Resonance
The morning after handing her the love letter, Majime panics and runs when he sees Kaguya. That afternoon, Nishioka reveals his transfer to the shocked team. Majime worries over losing Nishioka. That night, spurred by Nishioka, Majime presses Kaguya for a reply. She's overwhelmed and retreats to her room. Majime thinks it's over, mildly depressed, but after rereading the letter she comes back and tells him she likes him too.
Trust
Spotting issues with a professor's manuscript, Nishoka and Majime propose amendments. Majime reaffirms that they need Nishioka. But Nishioka reassures Majime that he will always be there for him. A few days later, the professor is livid with the changes, and Nishioka goes to apologize. The professor is upset, but Nishioka manages to win him over. Nishioka and Majime go down their separate paths.
Compile
Thirteen years pass and a new employee Kishibe arrives. With a fashion magazine background, she wonders why she has been transferred here. The team throw her a welcome party. Majime tells her he thinks she's someone who values words. But she runs out of the restaurant saying she's not cut out for the job. Nishioka runs into her and assures her she is.The next day, Kishibe turns up ready to work.
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About The Great Passage
The publication of a new dictionary titled The Great Passage progresses. Mitsuya Majime, originally from publisher Genbu Shobo's sales department, has been recruited by Kouhei Araki, a veteran editor of the dictionary department who is looking to retire soon. The dictionary department is known internally as the "money-eating insect," but Mitsuya uses his perseverance and attachment to the words in order to become a great editor. Mitsuya, who has poor social skills, finds himself working with another man named Masashi Nishioka, who is able to express himself better. Across 1 season and 11 episodes, originally airing on Fuji TV.
The Great Passage Cast and Characters
The cast features Yoko Hikasa (as Kishibe Midori (voice)), Hiroshi Kamiya (as Nishioka Masashi (voice)), Yoshiko Sakakibara (as Sasaki Kaoru (voice)), Tetsuo Kanao (as Araki Kohei (voice)), and Maaya Sakamoto (as Hayashi Kaguya (voice)). Their performances are a major reason The Great Passage has built such a passionate audience.
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The Great Passage flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How many episodes does The Great Passage have?
The Great Passage has 11 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The Great Passage good? What's the rating?
The Great Passage holds a 7.1/10 rating based on 31 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Great Passage?
The main cast includes Yoko Hikasa, Hiroshi Kamiya, Yoshiko Sakakibara, and Tetsuo Kanao, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Great Passage available in Japanese?
Yes — The Great Passage was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Great Passage released?
The Great Passage first aired in 2016.
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How many seasons and episodes does The Great Passage have?
The Great Passage currently has 1 season and a total of 11 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is The Great Passage about?
The publication of a new dictionary titled The Great Passage progresses. Mitsuya Majime, originally from publisher Genbu Shobo's sales department, has been recruited by Kouhei Araki, a veteran editor of the dictionary department who is looking to retire soon. The dictionary department is known internally as the "mon… It belongs to the Animation, Drama genres.
In which language is The Great Passage originally available?
The Great Passage was originally produced in JA. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original JA audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was The Great Passage first released?
The Great Passage first premiered on October 14, 2016 (2016). The series has since concluded its run.
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