Two cancers, one marriage, zero quit — this couple said 'not today' to death.
Season 1 • Episode 5
LatestA story about a married couple both diagnosed with cancer and given limited time to live. As mother of two young children, Yoshioka Shuko notices a lump in her chest one day and goes to a hospital to have it checked out. When she is diagnosed with breast cancer, her husband Kenichi is fully prepared to battle the disease with her until he finds out that he, too is ill with lung cancer. For the sake of the children, the couple determine to not let this defeat them, but to approach life cheerfully and positively in what is a stirring and unforgettable record of a family driven by the strength of love and who never forgets their sense of humor.
Acting
Munetaka Aoki's grin while breaking — devastating.
Writing
Cancer comedy that actually lands. No pity, just punchlines.
Direction
Tatsui finds light in hospital fluorescents.
Creator
Yukari Tatsui
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on real blog 'Hana-chan no Haha to Papa' by Nakanishi Tomomi, whose actual family story ended in 2009. The series softens nothing.
Konomi Watanabe (Hinata) was 6 during filming; directors used her real confusion about 'death' for scenes, blurring documentary and drama.
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