The key visual for TV drama 「夫に不倫をお願いされました」 (Otto ni Furin wo Onegai Saremashita), based on the manga by Nakaie Yoshitaka, has been officially released. Seven additional regular cast members have also been announced, and Nakamura Yurika‘s song “Kitty” has been confirmed as the ending theme.

Story

The series centers on Hanae, a wife overwhelmed by solo childcare, and her workaholic husband Hiroki. The couple has been in a sexless marriage for five years, leaving Hanae anxious that her intimate life may be over for good. When she finally musters the courage to approach Hiroki, she is rejected — and he instead proposes that she seek physical satisfaction with someone else, with his full approval. To preserve their family’s happiness, Hanae sets out to find a partner with her husband’s blessing. A special teaser and interviews with leads Nakamura Yurika and Sano Reo are currently available on TVer.

New Regular Cast

• Hayama Masayuki as Kawauchi Ryohei — Hanae’s elementary school classmate and a local primary school teacher who has always looked out for her.
• Hashiyasume Atsuko as Moriya Erika — a drama-original character (not in the source manga); another of Hanae’s old classmates who supports her through the “approved affair” dilemma.
• Yokono Sumire as Sato Hina — a junior colleague at Hiroki’s company whose behavior invites misreading.
• Hamatsu Takayuki as Anzai — a physician who becomes a key figure for the couple.
• Kobayashi Motoki as Handa — Hiroki’s boss.
• Kiho as Haruna — Hanae and Hiroki’s only daughter.
• Yamano Umi as Hanae’s mother.

Guest cast members playing the men involved in Hanae’s approved affairs will be announced at a later date.

Cast Comments

Hayama Masayuki (Kawauchi Ryohei)

“It’s a raw story that questions what marriage really means. As someone who is married with children myself, I find a lot I can relate to. I want to portray Ryohei — who stays by Hanae’s side throughout — with genuine feeling and real passion. Please look forward to this adult human drama and see how their relationship unfolds to the very end.”

Hashiyasume Atsuko (Moriya Erika)

“Marriage takes so many different forms, and there’s probably a lot going on that we simply don’t know about. The title surprised me at first, but the more I read, the more I was drawn in. Since Erika doesn’t exist in the original manga, I have the freedom to imagine her freely. She might come across as bright and strong, but perhaps she’s more delicate than she appears — I hope viewers enjoy discovering her in this drama.”

Yokono Sumire (Sato Hina)

“The story kicks off with a shocking premise, but beyond the affair theme, it’s a human drama about marriage, family, and human connection. Hina is cheerful and charming, but with a slightly devilish edge. Please pay attention to her every move and her relationship with Hiroki.”

Hamatsu Takayuki (Anzai)

“I was genuinely surprised by what happens at the very end. It made me realize this goes beyond a difference in values between a couple — it’s a far more fundamental issue. There must be many people and families out there going through something similar without even knowing it. I hope everyone watches all the way to the finale.”

Nakamura Yurika (Ending Theme)

“I’m so happy that ‘Kitty’ was chosen as the ending theme. The song is about wanting to be loved but not being noticed, and the frustration of two people who care for each other but keep missing each other — expressed through the image of a cute, playful, tsundere cat. I hope you enjoy it alongside the drama.”

Broadcast Schedule

• TV Osaka: From 9 July 2026, every Thursday at 24:00
• TV Aichi: From 14 July 2026, every Tuesday at 25:30
• TV Tokyo: From 15 July 2026, every Wednesday at 27:20
• TVer: Streaming available immediately after the TV Osaka broadcast

Staff & Cast

• Original Manga: Nakaie Yoshitaka (Seymour Comics)
• Directors: Honda Ryuichi, Niyama Yasuyuki
• Screenplay: Yamada Yoshina, Tato Atsuo
• Ending Theme: Nakamura Yurika “Kitty” (Starry Records)
• Chief Producer: Yamamoto Hiroki (TV Osaka)
• Producers: Sasaki Miyu (TV Osaka), Yanoguchi Makoto (The icon), Ikuhara Keita (TV Osaka)
• Production: TV Osaka / The icon
• Cast: Nakamura Yurika, Sano Reo, Hayama Masayuki, Hashiyasume Atsuko, Yokono Sumire, Kobayashi Motoki, Kiho, Yamano Umi, Hamatsu Takayuki