The Moon Has Risen
DramaRomanceComedy
Mokichi Asai is a widowed father living in Nara with three daughters—Chizuru, Ayako, and Setsuko. The youngest, Setsuko, plays matchmaker for her older sisters, leading to humorous and awkward romantic entanglements.
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A tender, beautifully observed drama about family ties and blossoming romance amidst the quiet beauty of post-war Japan. It feels like a warm, gentle embrace, full of quiet moments and heartfelt connection.
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