Mother 2010
What is Mother?
The television series "Mother" is a drama that revolves around the life of Nao Suzuhara, an elementary school teacher. Nao's maternal instincts are triggered when she becomes aware of a female student who is being abused by her mother.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2010
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 11
- Runtime
- 54 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 14, 2010
- Last aired
- Jun 23, 2010
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Nippon TV
- Genres
- Drama, Family
- Updated
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The television series "Mother" is a drama that revolves around the life of Nao Suzuhara, an elementary school teacher. Nao's maternal instincts are triggered when she becomes aware of a female student who is being abused by her mother. This realization prompts Nao to take action, and she decides to bring the girl into her own care. As a substitute mother, Nao embarks on a journey with the child, traveling from Hokkaido to Tokyo. Along the way, the two experience various events that shape their relationship. The series explores the complexities of Nao's decision and the impact it has on both her and the child.
Should you watch it?
“A teacher becomes a surrogate mother and journeys across Japan with a troubled student.”
- Yasuko Matsuyuki leads as Nao Suzuhara
- Explores maternal instincts and compassion
- Scenic travel from Hokkaido to Tokyo
- Heavy emotional drama may not suit viewers seeking light entertainment
Watch it if you appreciate character-driven stories about unexpected motherhood and travel.
The series addresses child abuse and emotional hardship, making it more appropriate for mature audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 11 episodes
- E1 Escape from child abuse, the two who became the birds of passage Apr 14, 2010
- E2 The two without a place to go Apr 21, 2010
- E3 The warmth of a mother’s hand Apr 28, 2010
- E4 I want to let her attend school May 5, 2010
- E5 The “mother” of the two May 12, 2010
- E6 Goodbye mother May 19, 2010
- E7 Return her to me! May 26, 2010
- E8 The bond that can’t be broken Jun 2, 2010
- E9 The two torn apart Jun 9, 2010
- E10 I want to see you just once Jun 16, 2010
- E11 I will always love you Jun 23, 2010
Frequently asked questions
What is the central storyline?
An elementary school teacher named Nao Suzuhara takes a student suffering abuse into her care and travels with her from Hokkaido to Tokyo.
Who portrays Nao Suzuhara?
Yasuko Matsuyuki plays the role of Nao Suzuhara.
What prompts Nao to take the child with her?
She discovers the student is being abused by her mother, triggering her maternal instincts.
What type of journey do the characters undertake?
They embark on a road trip across Japan, moving from Hokkaido toward Tokyo.
What genres describe the series?
It is classified as drama and family.