Director Kim Seong-geun reunited with 'young Seong-geun' in his hometown of Kyoto, which he visited after more than 70 years.

On the 9th episode of the Tving original (directed by Jang Si-won and Choi Tae-kyu), which was released on the 7th, Director Kim spent a romantic day visiting the fish market where he has memories of his youth, as well as a bamboo grove that is imbued with his baseball life and his alma mater. The sight of Director Kim Seong-geun, lost in memories while meeting 'young Seong-geun,' has sparked emotional reactions in the community, with comments like, 'I cried seeing the director's gaze,' 'Finally, a cure for my Monday blues,' and 'I feel like I’ve never seen the director smile so brightly.'

Director Kim Seong-geun guided Park Jae-wook and Lim Sang-woo, telling them about various spots in downtown Kyoto and taking them to Yasaka Shrine, which is also famous for its cherry blossoms in spring. Thanks to Kim Seong-geun's enthusiasm as a photographer, meticulously directing poses while bending down for his students’ life shots, the life shot tour came to a successful conclusion, stirring emotions among viewers.

Moreover, Director Kim Seong-geun's golden connections shone during the selection of the restaurant for dinner. Thanks to leveraging connections in Kyoto, the group enjoyed a dinner that was nothing short of amazing. Jeong Geun-woo, who finished dinner in a warm atmosphere while taking care of the production team, expressed his joy, saying, 'It’s not just that the food is delicious, but this situation is just so good.'

On the morning of the third day of the Kyoto trip, they decided to have breakfast at the fish cake shop in the fish market where Director Kim Seong-geun had worked part-time during his youth. However, the fish market they found had changed significantly over time. Consequently, Director Kim headed to the area full of memories from his childhood and successfully arranged breakfast for Kyoto-ites and the production team by scouting a restaurant. After successfully completing the unexpected mission, Director Kim explored the area around the restaurant with Lim Sang-woo, showing a relaxed demeanor while recommending other popular eateries.

Additionally, Director Kim Seong-geun shared various memories, including episodes of being a young fisherman catching fish and bringing tap water makgeolli as a favor to his father. While strolling through the bamboo grove, which he used to frequently train his strength as a child, he advised Kyoto-ites, 'People should live straight like bamboo.' The intimate conversations between mentor and students, combined with beautiful scenery, provided a warm healing time.

In particular, Director Kim Seong-geun had a meaningful time visiting his alma mater, Kyoto Prefectural Katsura High School, for the first time in over 70 years, where he confronted the 'young Seong-geun' of his school days. While Director Kim was exploring the school grounds, Jeong Geun-woo earnestly requested the principal for Kim Seong-geun's report card, even kneeling down. However, he was abruptly met with Kim Seong-geun's blunt response, 'There’s no report card.'

Next, Director Kim Seong-geun headed to the schoolyard of his alma mater, which has remained unchanged for 68 years. Although the baseball club's juniors were sweating it out on the field, they could not participate together due to regulations from the Japan High School Baseball Federation, which was disappointing. Director Kim, feeling regretful, watched his juniors from a distance despite the cold weather, and the Kyoto-ites urged him to turn back, concerned about his health.

On the last day of the Kyoto trip, a process to find the house where Director Kim Seong-geun lived as a child, following the memories of 'young Seong-geun,' is planned. Everyone's focus is on whether Director Kim will be able to successfully locate his hometown house, which now exists only in vague memories.

The final episode of the Tving original , which will conclude the 'young Seong-geun' tour, will be released on April 14 (Mon) at 12 p.m.

[Photo] Provided

[OSEN]