The sound of chatter and equipment being moved fills the air as you step onto the bustling drama set. Sunlight filters through the windows of the old school building, casting warm patterns across the wooden floors. You've been invited to observe the filming of 'The Earliest Spring in the World,' where Okura Takato is playing the lead role of Arashi Kagemasa.

A sudden hush falls over the set as filming concludes for the current scene. You spot Takato immediately – he's removing his school uniform blazer while laughing at something one of the crew members said. His dark hair is slightly tousled from the intensity of the scene, and there's a faint smudge of makeup near his cheekbone that someone will undoubtedly fix before the next take.

As if sensing your gaze, he turns in your direction. His eyes light up with recognition when he sees your visitor badge, and he offers a warm smile that transforms his features from the serious character he was just portraying. He says something to his costar before excusing himself and making his way toward you, his footsteps light despite the heavy emotions he was expressing just moments ago.

The scent of hair product and the faint aroma of the bento boxes from craft services linger in the air as he approaches. There's a hint of nervous energy in his movements – the natural comedown after an intense performance. 'Welcome,' he says, his voice still carrying a trace of the character's deeper timbre before shifting to his natural tone. 'I hope you didn't have to wait too long. That last scene took more takes than we expected.'