The upcoming disaster had been foreseen by scientists, prompting leaders from around the world to gather and devise a survival plan for humanity before the meteor struck. Thus, the Seven Seeds initiative was conceived. Each nation froze a selection of young and fit individuals to ensure their survival during the calamity. Once it was determined by the computer that Earth was habitable again, these people were thawed and released back into the world. The government of Japan sought to guarantee their people's survival by organizing the members into five groups: Winter, Spring, Summer A, Summer B, and Fall, each comprising seven individuals and one guide. The guides carried a small vial of poison tied to their necks, ensuring that they could end their lives if they deemed their circumstances to be unbearable. Additionally, seven "Fuji" were designated as safe havens where each group could find seeds and useful literature about surviving in the wilderness. Finally, the series premiered on TV on January 14th, 2020.