Chiaki, an arrogant young businessman raised by his grandfather is sent to the country in Hokkaido to learn humility and hard work. The man he's staying with, Soichiro, had been told his bride was coming, and he has to ward off nosy townspeople who warn Chiaki that Soichiro is gay and had to flee his former life because of it. Having been bullied himself, Chiaki becomes protective of Soichiro and lies that they're actually together. Through his time on the farm, he matures into a good worker and calmer person, but as he's beginning to realize his growing feelings for Soichiro, a friend plays a cruel joke.
Tokyo Boy Meets Country