NHK's historical drama "Shining to You," set in the Heian period, sheds light on the short and tragic history of the Chūkanpaku family, while revealing the true value hidden within it. Donaga, the younger brother of Fujiwara no Michinaga, the Regent, and his son, Tokane, lost their position of Regent in just seven days, but their lives led to the creation of "Makuranososhi," a masterpiece of world literature.

In the drama, Yuriko Yoshitaka, who plays Mahiru, had to watch as her family members lost power and fell. Even Tokane, who had just become Regent, collapsed on the day of his inauguration and died after just seven days. The glory of the Chūkanpaku family lasted only twice, evoking a sense of sadness among viewers.

But under the shadow of that tragedy, "Makuranososhi," written by Shikibu Murasaki, comes to light. The drama will depict Mahiru directly writing the work. The original novel remains unfinished, but the drama raises questions about how it will be concluded.

In particular, it is expected to provide a glimpse into the difficult life of the Imperial Court through Shikibu, who lived in the Kyoto Imperial Palace and admired the Koshikibu. Her efforts to not lose her smile will paint a moving scene if depicted in the drama.

In the end, the Chūkanpaku family declined, but the irony is that the tragic history gave birth to the timeless masterpiece "Makuranososhi." Through the characters and their relationships within the work, we can rediscover the beauty and value of ancient culture. This drama, which is generating a great response both within Japan and globally, is stimulating a new perspective on history and awakening the true meaning of value.