NHK Announces Broadcast Schedule for Akuma no Temari-uta
The two-part drama adaptation of Akuma no Temari-uta is set to air on NHK BS starting November 28, 2026.
NHK has confirmed the broadcast schedule for the drama Akuma no Temari-uta, with the first part scheduled to air on November 28, 2026, at 9:00 PM, followed by the second part on December 5, 2026, at 9:00 PM.
According to cinematoday.jp, the network has also released a series of scene photos from the production to accompany the announcement. The drama features Hidetaka Yoshioka as Kosuke Kindaichi and Rie Miyazawa as Rika Aoike. Other cast members include Daiken Okudaira, Natsuki Deguchi, Mizuki Yoshida, Takashi Sasano, and Toshihiro Wada. The production is directed by Teruyuki Yoshida with a screenplay by Yasuko Kobayashi, based on the work of original author Seishi Yokomizo.
This project follows Hidetaka Yoshioka’s previous portrayals of Kosuke Kindaichi in NHK’s Akuma ga Kitarite Fue wo Fuku (2018), Yatsuhaka-mura (2019), and Inugami-ke no Ichizoku (2023). The drama was previously broadcast in advance on BS Premium 4K in March 2026.
Quick answers
When does Akuma no Temari-uta air?
The first part airs on November 28, 2026, at 9:00 PM, and the second part airs on December 5, 2026, at 9:00 PM on NHK BS.
Who plays the lead role in the drama?
Hidetaka Yoshioka plays the role of Kosuke Kindaichi.