Mother-in-Law VS. Daughter-in-Law: Season 1
Naoko, a career woman from Tokyo, marries Sosuke, the son of the madam of a distinguished Japanese inn located in Kanazawa. The inn's madam rejects Naoko, viewing her as an outsider. Troubles compound when Sosuke suddenly vanishes, leaving behind a large debt, and Naoko's own company goes out of business. In an effort to pay off Sosuke's debts, Naoko informs the madam that she wants to work at the inn. This sets the
Season 1 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Naoko is a career woman from Tokyo.
- Sosuke is the son of the madam of a distinguished Japanese inn located in Kanazawa.
- The inn's madam rejects Naoko because she considers her an outsider.
- Sosuke vanishes and leaves behind a large debt, while Naoko's company goes out of business.
Season overview
Naoko, a career woman from Tokyo, marries Sosuke, the son of the madam of a distinguished Japanese inn located in Kanazawa. The inn's madam rejects Naoko, viewing her as an outsider. Troubles compound when Sosuke suddenly vanishes, leaving behind a large debt, and Naoko's own company goes out of business. In an effort to pay off Sosuke's debts, Naoko informs the madam that she wants to work at the inn. This sets the stage for a home drama centered on the clash between the former career woman and the madam of the distinguished Japanese inn.