Matrilineal Family
2005 · 1 season · 11 eps · Drama, Mystery
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A generations old family business is sent into turmoil when the sudden death of the head of the family opens the door to a fierce struggle between his three powerful and privileged daughters and the young mistress of modest means pregnant with his child.
Directed by Masahiro Sakai
Network: TBS
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Ryoko Yonekura Fumino Hamada -
Reiko Takashima Fujiyo Yajima -
Asaka Seto Chizu Yajima -
Yuu Kashii Hinako Yajima -
Ikki Sawamura Ryokichi Yajima -
Leo Morimoto Yoshizo Yajima -
Miyoko Asada Yoshiko Yajima -
Maki Tamaru Kaori Kimura -
Hiroko Isayama Kimie Kobayashi -
Katsunori Takahashi Yoshizaburo Umemura -
Isao Hashizume Uichi Ono -
Ken Kaito
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