The Secret

A shocking work that depicts the extreme love-hate between a man and a woman with a strong touch of suspense on the theme of marriage.

1993•7.0/10

Drama

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7.0/10(1)

Chikako Kaku and Shiro Sano of "I've Always Liked You" (1992) co-star again in a shocking film that depicts the extreme love-hate between a man and a woman with a strong touch of suspense on the theme of marriage. Mario's eccentricities played by Sano attracted even more attention, with the highest viewership of 33.7%. The main character, Kanako (Chikako Kaku), marries her beloved and starts a happy life. Next to it, his former lover, Mario, who abandoned himself, moves in and says that he wants to try again ... The strange love and relationships that begin here, and the "terrifying reverse tama man" Mario extends the devil's hand not only to Kanako but also to her husband. However, Mario was also unaware of his wife's gaze that burned with jealousy of him ... The secret hidden in a love marriage that "cannot be told to anyone" is gradually revealed. The theme song was written by Yumi Matsutoya for the first time in 17 years and became a big hit "A Midsummer Night's Dream".

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Production

TBS

Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

July 9, 1993

Last Aired

September 24, 1993

Networks

TBS

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

The Man Who Raped Me

Air date: 1993-07-09

Kanako (Chikako Kaku), who works at a department store, befriends a customer, Mario (Shiro Sano). Mario hints at marriage, but when he learns that Kanako is pregnant, his attitude changes completely.

The Devil Next Door

Air date: 1993-07-16

The sudden reunion with Mario (Shiro Sano) had confused Kanako (Chikako Kaku). One night, at the Kuribayashi family where the couple were invited, Kanako sat with Mr. and Mrs. Yamada.

A Husband Who Falls Into a Trap

Air date: 1993-07-23

Mario (Shiro Sano) invited Shingo (Yuichi Haba) to Yamada Shobo as a candidate for executive. Shingo is happy, but Kanako (Chikako Kaku), who does not trust Mario, does not agree.

The Serpent That Calls Misfortune

Air date: 1993-07-30

An incident occurs in Kanako (Chikako Kaku)'s apartment where a fire extinguisher is lost, and it is rumored that the culprit is Shingo (Yuichi Haba). Kanako, who is in distress, is rescued by Mario (Shiro Sano).

Embarrassing Photos

Air date: 1993-08-06

A note is found in the apartment that says "Shingo (Yuichi Haba) is a murderer", and Kanako (Chikako Kaku) is harassed again. Shingo tells Kanako, who is angry, about a certain past.

August's Wet Hug

Air date: 1993-08-13

Shingo (Yuichi Haba) discovers a photo of Kanako (Chikako Kaku) wearing sheets. Kanako sees the photo and is convinced that the mysterious incident is the work of Mario (Shiro Sano).

Midnight Oshioki

Air date: 1993-08-20

Miyuki (Chisato Yamasaki) is fiercely jealous of Mario (Shiro Sano) and Kanako (Chikako Kaku).

I Like My Mother-in-Law

Air date: 1993-08-27

Kanako (Chikako Kaku) has completed fertility treatment, but Shingo (Yuichi Haba) is found to have male infertility. Meanwhile, Aiko (Yoko Nobi), who learns of the relationship between Mario (Shiro Sano) and Kanako.

The Man Who Raped Her Husband

Air date: 1993-09-03

Mario (Shiro Sano) is appointed president when Miyuki (Chisato Yamazaki) becomes pregnant. Mario, who greeted him at the president's inauguration party, became agitated as soon as he saw Kanako (Chikako Kaku).

E10

The Serpent Falls into Hell

Air date: 1993-09-10

Mario (Shiro Sano), who became the president, played a blunder thinking only about Kanako (Chikako Kaku). Aiko (Yoko Nobi) even reveals Shingo's (Yuichi Haba) past to Kanako.

E11

Kanako's Counterattack

Air date: 1993-09-17

Kanako (Chikako Kaku) and Mario (Shiro Sano) learn that Miyuki's (Chisato Yamasaki) pregnancy was a kyogen. That night, Kanako confesses her relationship with Mario to Shingo (Yuichi Haba).

E12

Tears and shocking facts revealed at the end!

Air date: 1993-09-24

Shingo (Yuichi Haba) decides to start over with Kanako (Chikako Kaku). One night when it was decided to move, Kanako entered the study of Mario (Shiro Sano), which was left burnt out.