Gokusen

"Gokusen" is a Japanese manga and TV series about Kumiko Yamaguchi, a young woman who is both a dedicated teacher and the heir to a Yakuza family. She teaches at a high school where many students are from troubled backgrounds. Despite her tough exterior and secret gangster heritage, she genuinely cares for her students and works to help them succeed, balancing her dual identities. The story blends comedy, drama, and themes of loyalty, responsibility, and perseverance, highlighting the challenges of mentoring in a difficult environment while staying true to one's principles.