Quick Info
Status: Returning Series
Network: NHK
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.0/10
An Invisible Cradle
Overview
17-year-old Aoi came to Yui Obstetrics and Gynecology clinic as a part-time nurse apprentice in Summer 1997. Right after her entry, she is shocked after witnessing an abortion surgery. However, she also met staff members like Yui, the head of the clinic who is careful about everything, Sayako, a reliable and experienced nurse, and Sakaki, the gentle head nurse, who face each pregnant patient and support them after surgeries. Fumika, Aoi's mother, is worried about her clumsy nature and poor communication skills, but Aoi's unique compassion and kindness draws patients' hearts. "I wonder what's life..." Aoi matures while looking at the newborn babies' overwhelming life and asking herself that question.
This production, originally released in 2018, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.0 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama.
- • Produced in Japan.
- • Original Language: Japanese.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Mieko Harada
Mie Sakaki
Kaya Kiyohara
Aoi
Koji Seto
Tomohiro Yui
Wakana Sakai
Fumika Aota
Asami Mizukawa
Sayako Mochizuki
Maiko
Machiko Machida
Shono Hayama
Yosuke Machida
Seasons
Specials
1 Episodes • Aired 2018-07-16
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 1
10 Episodes • Aired 2018-07-20
Summer in 1997, Aoi (Kaya Kiyohara) is a 17-year-old girl. She begins to work at a maternity hospital as an apprentice nurse. She witnesses an abortion with her own eyes and becomes shocked. The hospital staff, including Director Tomohiro Yui (Koji Seto), nurse Sayako Mochizuki (Asami Mizukawa) and chief nurse Mie Sakaki (Mieko Harada), all support each other. Aoi’s mother Fumika (Wakana Sakai) is worried about Aoi’s poor communication skills, but Aoi approaches pregnant women with tenderness and her own unique sensitivity.
