TV-Series
Description
Sosuke Ajino rose as a promising pianist in Japan, anticipated for international fame. He owned a unique custom grand piano with exceptionally heavy keys only he mastered, capable of producing extraordinary sound. His career halted abruptly after a severe car accident injured his left arm and claimed his fiancée's life. This tragedy prompted him to sell his piano to a night club in Morinohata's red-light district. Unable to completely abandon music, he initially taught at a music university but resigned a decade later, unable to find students whose interpretations resonated with him. He traveled to locate his piano, discovering it damaged and silent in the Morinohata forest. He remained in the area, eventually becoming an elementary school music teacher.
Three years into teaching, he encountered Ichinose Kai, a young boy claiming he could play the forest piano. Ajino verified Kai's ability and became his mentor. He employed unconventional training methods, such as making Kai swim to internalize melodies or practice specific keys for hours. Ajino guided Kai's technical development while preserving the boy's innate musicality, preparing him for the International Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw.
Years later, after Kai won the competition, he used his prize money to arrange surgery for Ajino's injured left hand. Ajino hesitated initially, content with Kai's success, but accepted upon learning Kai viewed him as a lifelong rival and desired to perform alongside him. The surgery partially restored function, though his left hand remained weaker than his right. Kai then assisted Ajino's rehabilitation, reteaching him piano technique. This culminated in a joint recital where they performed as equals, attended by former students, colleagues, and Kai's mother.
Physically, Ajino possesses shoulder-length black hair, brown eyes, and a reserved demeanor. His students nicknamed him "Funeral Ajino" or "Ajino the Deathbringer" due to his solemn presence. He typically wears formal attire: a white shirt, black jacket, green trousers, and a green tie. His relationship with Kai evolved from mentor-mentee to one of mutual respect and partnership, reflecting his emotional healing alongside physical recovery.
Three years into teaching, he encountered Ichinose Kai, a young boy claiming he could play the forest piano. Ajino verified Kai's ability and became his mentor. He employed unconventional training methods, such as making Kai swim to internalize melodies or practice specific keys for hours. Ajino guided Kai's technical development while preserving the boy's innate musicality, preparing him for the International Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw.
Years later, after Kai won the competition, he used his prize money to arrange surgery for Ajino's injured left hand. Ajino hesitated initially, content with Kai's success, but accepted upon learning Kai viewed him as a lifelong rival and desired to perform alongside him. The surgery partially restored function, though his left hand remained weaker than his right. Kai then assisted Ajino's rehabilitation, reteaching him piano technique. This culminated in a joint recital where they performed as equals, attended by former students, colleagues, and Kai's mother.
Physically, Ajino possesses shoulder-length black hair, brown eyes, and a reserved demeanor. His students nicknamed him "Funeral Ajino" or "Ajino the Deathbringer" due to his solemn presence. He typically wears formal attire: a white shirt, black jacket, green trousers, and a green tie. His relationship with Kai evolved from mentor-mentee to one of mutual respect and partnership, reflecting his emotional healing alongside physical recovery.