Fired by the company she works at, and desperate for a new job, accountant Yoshimura Kaoru finds herself taking a job at Paradise Gym - a boxing gym. Through a series of events, she ends up becoming the trainer of an old boxer, Sawada Ryohei, who is trying to make something of himself after quitting his well-paying job. Although she hates the sport, she finds herself attached to this rude, obnoxious man, and they journey forth together to find where they both belong. (Source: JDorama.com) Edit Translation
- English
- magyar / magyar nyelv
- dansk
- Norsk
- Native Title: 殴る女
- Also Known As: 殴る女
- Screenwriter: Tabuchi Kumiko
- Director: Ogura Hisao, Takamaru Masataka
- Genres: Romance, Sports
Cast & Credits
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![Wakui Emi in Naguru Onna Japanese Drama]( "Wakui Emi in Naguru Onna Japanese Drama")
Wakui EmiYoshimura KaoruMain Role -
![Fukikoshi Mitsuru in Naguru Onna Japanese Drama]( "Fukikoshi Mitsuru in Naguru Onna Japanese Drama")
Fukikoshi MitsuruSawada RyoheiMain Role -
![Amami Yuki in Naguru Onna Japanese Drama]( "Amami Yuki in Naguru Onna Japanese Drama")
Amami YukiTachibana YokoSupport Role -
![Ishiguro Ken in Naguru Onna Japanese Drama]( "Ishiguro Ken in Naguru Onna Japanese Drama")
Ishiguro KenHayasaka KeisukeSupport Role -
![Azuma Mikihisa in Naguru Onna Japanese Drama]( "Azuma Mikihisa in Naguru Onna Japanese Drama")
Azuma MikihisaMotoki ToruSupport Role -
![Umemiya Masako in Naguru Onna Japanese Drama]( "Umemiya Masako in Naguru Onna Japanese Drama")
Umemiya MasakoShiraishi RumikoSupport Role
Reviews
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Fighting for a Place to Belong
Who knew a boxing drama from 1998 would sneak its way into my favorites list? Naguru Onna isn’t just about punches and sweat; it’s about finding your place in the world—and sometimes that place just happens to be a boxing ring. What surprised me most was how the story, despite leaning on familiar sports tropes, felt fresh and emotionally grounded. At its core, it’s about two people—an ex-office worker chasing a dream and an unlikely trainer—who find purpose and connection through boxing. The chemistry between Wakui Emi and Fukikoshi Mitsuru is the real hook here—effortless, heartfelt, and genuinely fun to watch.What really threw me (in a good way) was how the story focused more on the female lead than the boxer himself. Wakui Emi was fantastic as the reluctant trainer, and watching her grow was honestly more satisfying than the punches thrown. Fukikoshi Mitsuru was also great—he really sold the boxer role, making every match feel real, not staged. And can we talk about the second leads? Especially the second female lead—she was written with so much depth, I started wondering if she was secretly the main character.
Another thing I loved was that every character—yes, everyone—had their moment to shine. Courage, growth, and emotional punches weren’t just reserved for the leads. This drama deserves way more attention. A total hidden gem that hits all the right notes—and yes, it knocks you out in the feels. If you’re looking for something sincere, well-acted, and quietly powerful, give this one a shot.
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