Synopsis
A young widow raising two children alone is tracked down by the mother who once abandoned her.
What makes Woman worth watching
From the writer of Mother.
Woman represents a strong example of japan drama from the 2013 production cycle. Japanese studios have spent the past decade refining the kind of long-form storytelling on display here — careful character work, restrained pacing in the early episodes, and a willingness to let emotional beats land without overstatement. The blend of Drama and Family elements gives the show its tonal signature, sitting somewhere between mainstream comfort viewing and prestige drama.
The cast is led by Mitsushima Hikari, Tanaka Yuko, Mikami Koh. It originally aired on NTV, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch Woman online
You can currently stream Woman on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- Viki — see all Viki Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
Streaming rights for Asian dramas shift constantly. We update each title page when a new platform picks up a series or a contract expires. If a service is geo-locked in your region, see our guide to legitimate options for international drama viewers.
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