Harapeko Oyako to Motokare Yanushi

Synopsis:

Takaharu, a 36-year-old artist, lives a quiet and solitary life devoted to painting. Since graduating from art college, he has spent his days pursuing his passion while keeping the world at a distance. His peaceful routine is unexpectedly disrupted when Kyou — the girlfriend he broke up with 17 years ago — suddenly reappears at his doorstep. Accompanied by her young daughter, Minori, she asks if they can stay with him for a while. Unable to turn them away, Takaharu agrees, and the three begin an unexpected cohabitation. Just like during their college years, Kyou finds comfort in his warm personality and delicious home-cooked meals. As they share daily life under one roof, old memories resurface and new emotions begin to form. This heartfelt slice-of-life romance explores second chances, rekindled love, single parenthood, and the quiet beauty of everyday family life.