After her true identity was revealed in Episode 9, Maki turned herself in to the police, causing the quartet to fall apart temporarily.
The series finale, which aired in March 2017, resolves the tension following the major revelation about the lead violinist, (Takako Matsu). Quartet EP10 END 720p HDTV x264 AAC-DoA.mkv
The finale avoids grand resolutions. Instead, it reflects real life, showing that one must "keep soldiering on despite the knocks". After her true identity was revealed in Episode
Episode 10 picks up one year later . Beppu (Ryuhei Matsuda), Suzume (Hikari Mitsushima), and Iemori (Issey Takahashi) have struggled to maintain their musical careers without her. Instead, it reflects real life, showing that one
Despite their reputations being tarnished by Maki’s scandal, the group eventually reunites with her. They decide to hold a final concert in a large hall in Karuizawa, fulfilling their original dream.
The performance is bittersweet. They anticipate the audience attending only out of curiosity for their "criminal" past. Even though half the audience leaves after the first song and some throw cans, the four continue playing, finding joy and harmony in their shared imperfections. Themes and Critical Reception
The series is famous for its quirky, precise dialogue—most notably the "karaage scene" in the first episode—which explores social etiquette and deep emotional truths.