Springs Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hiroyuki Tadokoro), a comprehensive education company, has launched a short drama titled 'Agekome NOTE' starring Aki Taniguchi of Sakurazaka46, as part of its 'SPRIX Exam Support Project' that encourages students with 'fun.' The series began streaming today, June 29 (Mon), on the official SNS accounts of the 'SPRIX Exam Support Project.' This marks Aki Taniguchi's first leading role. Directed by Kozo Nagayama, known for numerous acclaimed dramas, and co-starring Sorato Ookura (Gen'in wa Jibun ni Aru.) and Reia Yonekura, the drama delivers a heartwarming story that gently encourages students preparing for exams. To commemorate the launch, a social media campaign offering prizes including original goods signed by Aki Taniguchi begins today. ■ Highlights of the Short Drama 'Agekome NOTE' Five episodes depicting the real-life daily struggles of exam-takers 'Agekome NOTE' presents five episodes centered around the 'unmotivated daily life' of students and the uplifting words of encouragement—'Agekome'—they receive from others. Watch as the protagonist, Ageha, played by Aki Taniguchi, gradually grows throughout the series, and observe the evolving relationships among the characters. The cover design, decorations, and episode titles of the key prop 'Agekome NOTE' featured in the drama were all hand-drawn by Aki Taniguchi herself, adding meticulous, heartfelt details throughout. Synopsis —Today, too, everyone cheers me up. High school senior Ageha Taniguchi (Aki Taniguchi) feels down again today! She constantly faces small yet deeply troubling dilemmas of youth— —In love, in club activities, and in studies. Yet, these worries are often unexpectedly resolved by a simple remark from a classmate. ■ Cast and Supervision Lead: Aki Taniguchi (Sakurazaka46) [Comment] I'm Aki Taniguchi, who played the role of Ageha Taniguchi. I realized that even on days when I feel down for no particular reason, the presence of