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Series · 2026 · Drama

The Vacation Principle

★4.0 2026 1 Season Akiko Higashimura TV-MA

After losing her job, a woman retreats to her late grandmother's seaside villa, where an unexpected friendship with its mysterious caretaker helps her heal and embrace a new beginning.

Seasons & episodes

1 season · 18 episodes

Episode 1

Episode 01

Episode 1

Jul 27, 2026 · 16 min

Burnt out and suddenly jobless, Midori joins her borther at their late grandmother's seaside villa, where they meet its mysterious caretaker, Nishigami.

Episode 2

Episode 02

Episode 2

Jul 29, 2026 · 18 min

Midori and Konta's friends arrive at the vacation home. The group is excited when Nishigami appears — but a tarot card gives an ominous reading.

Episode 3

Episode 03

Episode 3

Jul 31, 2026 · 20 min

A veteran actor suddenly arrives, explaining that Konta helped him escape the media after a four-way cheating scandal blew up in his face.

Episode 4

Episode 04

Episode 4

Aug 3, 2026 · 16 min

Konta's special booze throws the party into chaos. But when he comes home with a stranger the next morning, Midori and the others welcome him in.

Episode 5

Episode 05

Episode 5

Aug 5, 2026 · 17 min

Jin's wife Ryoko suddenly shows up. What seems like a showdown takes an unexpected turn, leaving Midori and her friends inspired to pursue romance.

Episode 6

Episode 06

Episode 6

Aug 7, 2026 · 17 min

Amid a rush of wedding announcements, Midori, Rinrin and Tsumugi feel the pressure. As they watch a dating show, the villa's doorbell rings.

Episode 7

Episode 07

Episode 7

Aug 10, 2026 · 16 min

The girls are thrilled when three handsome men appear, but the guys only talk about startups and seminars — until their true motive is revealed.

Episode 8

Episode 08

Episode 8

Aug 12, 2026 · 18 min

As the guys' true colors come to light and an incident occurs, Nishigami steps in, sending Midori's heart aflutter. A video of Konta draws attention.

Episode 9

Episode 09

Episode 9

Aug 14, 2026 · 18 min

Konta lands a documentary feature but initially hesitates to accept. Once filming begins, however, his overzealous enthusiasm gets the better of him.

Episode 10

Episode 10

Episode 10

Aug 17, 2026 · 19 min

As filming winds down and Midori and friends grow fed up with Konta's big-shot antics, Torihara says he has enough footage and packs up early.

Episode 11

Episode 11

Episode 11

Aug 19, 2026 · 20 min

The documentary casts Konta in a surprising light, leaving him devastated. He shuts himself away, but the broadcast sparks an unexpected miracle.

Episode 12

Episode 12

Episode 12

Aug 21, 2026 · 16 min

A priest visits the villa to change everyone's lazy ways. Following his teachings, they prepare to welcome their late grandmother back for Obon.

Episode 13

Episode 13

Episode 13

Aug 24, 2026 · 17 min

Midori thanks her late grandmother for the villa. When Nishigami warns Nobuko's ghost that her grandkids are fated to die, she fights to save them.

Episode 14

Episode 14

Episode 14

Aug 26, 2026 · 21 min

Nishigami bonds with Midori as romance blooms around the villa. As his attachment to the humans deepens, he faces pressure from the underworld.

Episode 15

Episode 15

Episode 15

Aug 28, 2026 · 24 min

When Nishigami stops visiting, Midori seeks him out but is coldly rejected, sparking a huge fight. They make up, but their troubles aren't over yet.

Episode 16

Episode 16

Episode 16

Aug 31, 2026 · 16 min

No description available.

Episode 17

Episode 17

Episode 17

Sep 2, 2026 · 18 min

No description available.

Episode 18

Episode 18

Episode 18

Sep 4, 2026 · 23 min

No description available.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 4.0 /10

based on 2 votes

Synopsis

After losing her job, a woman retreats to her late grandmother's seaside villa, where an unexpected friendship with its mysterious caretaker helps her heal and embrace a new beginning.

DramaComedy

Cast

6 principal cast

Kanna Hashimoto

Kanna Hashimoto

Midori Hoshino

Chae Jong-hyeop

Chae Jong-hyeop

Nishigami

Ryo Katsuji

Ryo Katsuji

Konta Hoshino

Mizuki Yamashita

Mizuki Yamashita

Rinrin

Aiko Kano

Aiko Kano

Tsumugi

Dori Sakurada

Dori Sakurada

Tetsuro

Where to watch The Vacation Principle

The Vacation Principle is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The drama from Akiko Higashimura has 1 season and 18 total episodes, rated 4.0/10 by 2 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does The Vacation Principle have?

The Vacation Principle has 1 season with 18 episodes in total.

Is The Vacation Principle still on the air?

The Vacation Principle has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs The Vacation Principle?

The Vacation Principle airs on ABEMA.

When did The Vacation Principle first air?

The Vacation Principle first aired on July 27, 2026.

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