ABEMA Original Drama "Law of Vacation" Starring Kanna Hashimoto and Korean Actor Choe Hyeon-seop to Feature an Unforgettable "Detox Romance" of One Summer; 3 Image Shots Released

The new future TV "ABEMA" will begin free distribution of its original drama "Law of Vacation" (15 minutes per episode, 3 times a week) on Monday, July 27, 2026, at 8 PM. The drama stars Kanna Hashimoto, with Korean actor Choe Hyeon-seop as co-star, and manga artist Akiko Higashimura serving as original creator, scriptwriter, and director for her first-ever serialized drama. Three image shots from the production have now been released. Furthermore, worldwide distribution on Netflix will commence on Friday, July 31.

The drama depicts a "detox romance" of one summer, where the protagonist, Midori Hoshino, exhausted by her busy daily life, meets a mysterious caretaker, Nishigami, during a "vacation out of the ordinary" at a seaside villa, falls in love, and regains precious time in her life. The story, which will make viewers laugh and cry, gently untangles the hearts of modern people rushing through life every day, reminding them that "life needs rest," will be delivered in a new viewing style with 15-minute episodes released three times a week (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays), making it easy to enjoy.

Kanna Hashimoto, who has established herself as a national actress of both fame and substance, plays Midori Hoshino, the protagonist. She portrays a diligent woman who is hesitant in love, and who decides to go on a "life vacation" to the villa left by her grandmother after suddenly becoming unemployed from her job as a receptionist at a beauty clinic. Playing Nishigami, the mysterious caretaker with an otherworldly aura whom Midori meets at the villa, is Choe Hyeon-seop, a popular Korean actor who has created a massive boom in Japan.

Today, three new image shots reflecting the world of "Law of Vacation" have been released. They feature the protagonist Midori Hoshino (Kanna Hashimoto) and the mysterious villa caretaker Nishigami (Choe Hyeon-seop). The shots capture their innocent gazes on the villa's terrace, the moment Nishigami hands Midori a "summer orange" amidst a tangerine grove bathed in the beautiful pale pink sky of dusk, and an emotional cut of the two gazing at each other in the garden at night, enveloped in fantastical light. The visuals are accompanied by striking taglines that hint at the drama's enjoyable yet poignant story: "It was a summer I'll never forget," and "A detox romance of one summer, spending limited time." The images express the purifying, beautiful time of the two as they gradually close the distance during their "vacation" at the boundary between the ordinary and the extraordinary.

In addition, it has been decided that the drama will be distributed worldwide on Netflix, one of the world's largest video distribution services specializing in entertainment, starting Friday, July 31, 2026. We will deliver a "detox romance" of one summer that will untangle the hearts of busy modern people, both enjoyable and somewhat poignant, not only in Japan but to the world. Please look forward to future updates.

<Character Introductions>

Midori Hoshino (Hoshino Midori): Kanna Hashimoto

A bright and diligent girl, but hesitant in love.

Worked as a receptionist at a beauty clinic, but suddenly became unemployed due to the clinic's bankruptcy.

She will go on a "life vacation" with her brother at her grandmother's villa, for which she holds the key.

Nishigami: Choe Hyeon-seop

A mysterious caretaker who manages the villa area in the Shiokaze district of Tatsumi Town.

He was also acquainted with Midori's grandmother, Nobuko, and helps with tending the garden plants and splitting firewood.

However, his true identity is......

Overview of ABEMA Original Drama "Law of Vacation"

Free distribution every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting July 27, 2026 (15 minutes per episode / 18 episodes total)

Work Top Page URL: https://abema.tv/video/title/90-2062

Teaser Trailer URL: https://abema.tv/video/episode/90-2062_s1_p740

<Episode 1>

Broadcast Date & Time: Monday, July 27, 2026, 8:00 PM~

Broadcast Channel: "ABEMA SPECIAL" Channel

Broadcast URL: https://abema.tv/channels/abema-special/slots/B9ybP6JUfcWGhV

<Episode 2>

Broadcast Date & Time: Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 8:00 PM~

Broadcast Channel: "ABEMA SPECIAL" Channel

Broadcast URL: https://abema.tv/channels/abema-special/slots/B9ybMGdxoYZvAK

<Episode 3>

Broadcast Date & Time: Friday, July 31, 2026, 8:00 PM~

Broadcast Channel: "ABEMA SPECIAL" Channel

Broadcast URL: https://abema.tv/channels/abema-special/slots/B9ybMaFJQuQiyM

"Law of Vacation" Story

Midori Hoshino (Kanna Hashimoto), the protagonist, exhausted by her busy days working at a beauty clinic, suddenly finds herself unemployed due to the clinic's bankruptcy. Her brother, Kouta, suggests a "life vacation" at their late grandmother's villa.

Upon arriving at the villa, Midori is greeted by a beautiful sea, summer oranges ripening abundantly in the garden, and an encounter with Nishigami (Choe Hyeon-seop), a mysterious caretaker with an otherworldly aura.

While Nishigami helps her, Midori enjoys fulfilling vacation days, but occasionally, a sad shadow crosses Nishigami's eyes.

-- What is the "true reason" he continues to protect this villa?

As the end of summer approaches, a storm that will greatly shake the destinies of Midori and Nishigami is drawing near...

Cast

Kanna Hashimoto, Choe Hyeon-seop, and others

Staff

Original Creator, Scriptwriter, Director: Akiko Higashimura

Executive Producer: Tatsuhiko Taniguchi (ABEMA)

Producers: Kosuke Nakamura (ABEMA), Namomi Wada (ABEMA), Naoto Monma (and pictures), Shinichi Kawahara (and pictures)

Production Production: Tyken / and pictures

Production Cooperation: Triams

Production and Copyright: ABEMA

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About "ABEMA"

"ABEMA" is a video distribution service that aims to innovate television, operating as "new future TV" and celebrating its 10th anniversary on April 11, 2026. Since its launch, it has been an internet television service that can be enjoyed basically for free and without registration, offering approximately 25 channels of diverse genres 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including a news-only channel and original dramas, romance reality shows, variety shows, anime, and sports, all pursuing "highest quality or uniqueness."

In addition to boasting the No. 1 original episode count in Japan among domestic video services (*as of March 2026, self-researched), it offers a rich lineup of new hit movies, popular domestic and international dramas, and trending anime, as well as sports broadcasts and online live events. Users can enjoy content anytime, unbound by time, whether on TV or on-demand. Through a viewing experience that is not restricted by location on smartphones, PCs, tablets, and TV devices, we continue to provide content that caters to diverse lifestyles.

Furthermore, "ABEMA Premium" offers exclusive features and content for ¥1,180 (tax included) per month, and "ABEMA Premium with Ads" offers "ABEMA Premium" exclusive content with ads for ¥680 (tax included) per month.

(*As of March 2026, self-researched)

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