Tokyo, Japan – A new “love suspense” television drama, Because It’s All For You (ぜんぶあなたのためだから), has officially been greenlit. The series will star Ryusei Fujii of the popular group WEST. and Ryuya Shimekake of Travis Japan. Significantly, this project marks the first on-screen collaboration between the two rising actors. The drama is set to premiere on 10th January 2026 as part of TV Asahi’s coveted “Oshidora Saturday” programming block.
Based on the acclaimed novel of the same name by author Eiji Natsubara, the series promises high-stakes drama. In fact, producers are touting it as “the highest-impact” suspense story ever featured in its time slot.
Plot Summary: A Wedding Day Mystery
The story kicks off at a joyous wedding reception. However, the celebration shatters when an unknown assailant poisons the bride, Sayaka. According to the wedding photographer, Sota Sakuraba (played by Mimikake), evidence suggests the poison was mixed into a glass of champagne. Consequently, a terrifying realization dawns: the culprit must be one of the wedding guests.
Devastated by the attack, the groom, Kazuomi Hayashida (played by Fujii), joins forces with Sakuraba. Together, they launch a desperate investigation to uncover the truth. As they dig deeper, however, they encounter a web of deception. The bride’s closest friends and family begin to reveal their hidden hypocrisies. Meanwhile, troubling secrets from Sayaka’s own past start to surface. Ultimately, every guest becomes a suspect, and every suspect has a motive.
Behind the Scenes: Cast and Character Details
The drama brings together two distinct talents from Japan’s entertainment industry.
- Ryusei Fujii as Kazuomi Hayashida: Fujii portrays a cheerful and sincere city hall employee. His world collapses when his new wife is poisoned. Driven by love and a strong sense of justice, he takes the investigation into his own hands.
- Ryuya Shimekake as Sota Sakuraba: Mimikake plays a cynical yet observant wedding photographer. After discovering a crucial clue in his photos, he is reluctantly drawn into Hayashida’s quest for the truth.
Interestingly, this is not the first time the actors’ paths have crossed. Both Fujii and Mimikake have previously played the role of “Harold” in separate stagings of the classic reading play Harold and Maude, starring legendary actress Tetsuko Kuroyanagi.
What the Cast and Creator Say
Author Eiji Natsubara expressed his honor at the adaptation, stating the story explores the complex nature of human kindness and hidden motives. He urged audiences to look forward to the intense “ego-mystery” brought to life by the stellar cast.
In his comments, Ryusei Fujii shared his excitement about tackling the love-suspense genre. He described his character as fundamentally straightforward and deeply in love. On a lighter note, Fujii joked with his new co-star, Mimikake, about his habit of getting food on his face and asked for gentle reminders on set.
Meanwhile, Ryuya Shimekake revealed he is a personal fan of mystery stories and found the original novel captivating. To prepare for his role as the cool and analytical Sakuraba, he even dyed his hair black. He also humorously admitted that, much like his character might, he expects to rely heavily on Fujii’s guidance during their partnership.
How and When to Watch
Because It’s All For You premieres on January 10, 2026. Audiences can watch the broadcast on TV Asahi every Saturday at 11:00 PM JST. For those who miss the live airing, episodes will be available for streaming shortly after on TVer.
This gripping tale of love, betrayal, and suspense is poised to be a major winter 2026 highlight. Stay tuned to official channels for trailers, behind-the-scenes content, and more updates as the premiere date approaches.
