Lilac no Hanasaku Kemonomichi

Set in the vast wilderness of Hokkaido, this awkward yet endearing coming-of-age story follows a girl who used to be socially withdrawn as she strives to become a veterinarian while facing the reality of life and death. (Source: NHK World Premium) ~~ Adapted from the novel "Lilas no Hanasaku Kemonomichi" (リラの花咲くけものみち) by Fujioka Yoko (藤岡陽子).