Stepmom and Daughter Blues — Season 1
After marrying a single dad, a successful businessperson steps up to the challenge of becoming a stay-at-home stepmom to a spirited 8-year-old girl.
About this season
After marrying a single dad, a successful businessperson steps up to the challenge of becoming a stay-at-home stepmom to a spirited 8-year-old girl.
Episodes (10)
1. Episode 1
Aired 10 July 2018 • 57 min
Akiko heads briskly to a local park to officially introduce herself to her stepdaughter-to-be — but the girl takes an immediate disliking toward her.
2. Episode 2
Aired 17 July 2018 • 57 min
Ryoichi, Akiko and Miyuki begin their life together as a family. But the more Akiko tries to be a good mother, the more Miyuki seems to resent her.
3. Episode 3
Aired 24 July 2018 • 57 min
Akiko takes her new position as a mother and homemaker very seriously, but even she isn't prepared for what she encounters at the PTA meeting.
4. Episode 4
Aired 31 July 2018 • 57 min
Starting to suspect that her father and Akiko are in a fake marriage, Miyuki asks them how they first met — a question neither is able to answer.
5. Episode 5
Aired 7 August 2018 • 57 min
With Ryoichi incapacitated and in the hospital, Akiko steps in for him at his job. Wanting to be of help, Miyuki makes a suggestion.
6. Episode 6
Aired 14 August 2018 • 57 min
Now a senior in high school, Miyuki must start thinking about her future. To set a good example for her, Akiko considers returning to work.
7. Episode 7
Aired 21 August 2018 • 56 min
Akiko uses all her skills and experience to bring customers into the failing bakery. Meanwhile, Miyuki struggles with her studies.
8. Episode 8
Aired 4 September 2018 • 56 min
After enjoying a temporary bump in sales, Bakery Mugita begins to struggle once more — prompting Akiko to suggest a drastic move.
9. Episode 9
Aired 11 September 2018 • 56 min
At long last, Bakery Mugita opens its doors again with a whole new approach. Meanwhile, Miyuki wonders if Mugita has feelings for her stepmother.
10. Episode 10
Aired 18 September 2018 • 56 min
With her stepmother's fierce support, Miyuki goes to take her entrance exam. Akiko ends up in the hospital, giving Miyuki a fright.