5 Recommendations for Japanese Dramas about Single Parents, Full of Sadness - Can Make Your Cheeks Wet

Kapanlagi.com - Japanese dramas are attracting more attention from Asian drama series viewers. Japanese dramas often depict interesting stories, such as the lives of single parents. Japanese dramas about single parents always manage to capture the audience's attention because they can portray the complex and challenging reality of single parenting.

Japanese dramas about single parents not only depict the daily struggles of single parents, but also highlight the parent-child relationship. What makes Japanese dramas about single parents so interesting is that they present touching and profound stories while still entertaining. The strong plot can make viewers feel connected to the characters in Japanese dramas about single parents.

Interested in watching Japanese dramas about single parents? If so, let's take a look at some recommendations below.

1. BEAUTIFUL RAIN

BEAUTIFUL RAIN (credit: imdb)

BEAUTIFUL RAIN is the opening of the list of recommended Japanese dramas about single parents. BEAUTIFUL RAIN has a touching story, it's about a father's sincere love for his child. It is told that Keisuke Kinoshita, a father who has to bear all the responsibilities in taking care of his daughter, Miu, alone. Keisuke's wife has passed away.

Keisuke works at a nearby metal factory where he and his daughter live. One day, he has an accident and is diagnosed with Early-onset Alzheimer's Disease, a rare type of Alzheimer's disease that occurs in people under the age of 65. Despite facing this incurable disease, Keisuke chooses to keep it a secret, especially from Miu who means everything to him.

2. KAZOKU BOSHU

KAZOKU BOSHU (credit: imdb)

Recommendation of a Japanese drama about a single parent, there is KAZOKU BOSHU. This drama tells the story of Akagi Shunpei, a single father struggling to raise his 5-year-old son, Haruka Sato. Akagi has to take care of his child while working at a small publishing company that handles children's books, Egg Plant.

One day, he reunites with his childhood friend, Osanai Sousuke, who works at the okonomiyaki restaurant "Nijiya". Sousuke offers a place to live together for Akagi. Realizing Akagi's difficult situation, Sousuke posts on social media with the hashtag "#LookingForFamily".

Sousuke's social media post catches the attention of two single mothers, Momota Rei, a single teacher raising her 5-year-old daughter Shizuku, and Yokose Meiku, a singer-songwriter raising her 6-year-old son Daichi. They are interested in helping Shunpei and Haruka and building a new family relationship.

3. GOOD LIFE - ARIGATOU, PAPA. SAYONARA

GOOD LIFE - ARIGATOU, PAPA. SAYONARA (credit: imdb)

GOOD LIFE - ARIGATOU, PAPA. SAYONARA is also a Japanese drama about a single parent that can make your cheeks wet with tears. GOOD LIFE - ARIGATOU, PAPA. SAYONARA tells the story of Daichi Sawamoto, a newspaper journalist who has always prioritized his work throughout his life, often neglecting his family.

One day, Daichi's wife suddenly leaves him. In that moment, Daichi finally realizes the immense love given by his son, whom he has often ignored. However, when he decides to start loving his child wholeheartedly, he must face the painful reality that his child is suffering from leukemia.

4. MARUMO NO OKITE

MARUMO NO OKITE (credit: imdb)

This Japanese drama tells the story of Takagi Mamoru, a bachelor in his 40s who works at a stationery factory. Suddenly, Takagi has to become the guardian of twin children Kaoru and Yuki after their parents, who were Takagi's close friends, pass away.

Now, the calm and cheerful Kaoru and her younger brother, Yuki, live with Takagi. However, they have a surprising family secret, which is the existence of a miniature Schnauzer named Mook who can speak human language. Mook has been acting as a mentor and protector for the twins. Sometimes, Mook is also rough towards Takagi, the twins' new guardian who often appears very doubtful.

5. SHIROI HARU

SHIROI HARU (credit: imdb)

SHIROI HARU tells the story of Haruo's life after finally being released from prison. Haruo is released with a prison tip money. However, all the money is stolen at a restaurant. Haruo, who has no place to live, sleeps at an internet cafe and looks for old friends from his days as a yakuza.

The next day, he is shocked to learn that his ex-girlfriend, Mariko, has died after living with another man. Haruo, who once committed murder to pay for Mariko's medical expenses, feels angry and surprised. To seek the truth, he tracks down the man. It is later revealed that the man now owns a bakery with his wife and daughter, Sachi.

Those are some recommendations for Japanese dramas about single parents with entertaining and inspiring stories. Enjoy watching!

(kpl/psp)