Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi

Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi (2016)

EndedScripted showDrama, Thriller

They were high school classmates, spent their youth together in the school choir and certainly had similar dreams. But one rainy night 20 years later, Furusawa Mizue suddenly shows up at the home of popular scriptwriter Makabe Suzune, with her young son. She has lost her job, money and even the home she lived in. Claiming that Suzune is the only one she can turn to, Mizue beseeches Suzune to let her stay for one night. However, this quickly becomes a promise to stay until she gets employment. Unable to cruelly thrust mother and child away, Suzune's daily life and work get disrupted. Then, a series of strange incidents start to happen to Suzune's surroundings. Through this reunion of two classmates who have led completely different lives, all sorts of dormant feelings erupt and memories that they were starting to be forgotten are resurrected.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 23:15 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08Episode 8Feb 23, 2016
S01E07Episode 7Feb 16, 2016
S01E06Episode 6Feb 9, 2016
S01E05Episode 5Feb 2, 2016
S01E04Episode 4Jan 26, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi premiere?

Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi premiered on April 14, 2016.

Who played the lead role in Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi?

The lead role of Aki Ohata was played by Hikari Mitsushima.

What is the genre of Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi?

Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi is a comedy-drama.

What is the show about?

Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi is about Aki Ohata, a makeup artist, and her friendships and romances.

Who created Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi?

Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi was created by Shinsuke Sato.

How many episodes are in Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi's first season?

Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi's first season has 10 episodes.

In what country was Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi produced?

Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi was produced in Japan.

How long is each episode of Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi?

Each episode of Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi is approximately 54 minutes long.

What network aired Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi?

Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi was aired on NTV (Nippon Television).

Who played the role of Yui Higashiyama in Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi?

The role of Yui Higashiyama was played by Asami Mizukawa.

Did Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi win any awards?

Yes, Haburashi / Onna Tomodachi won the Best Actress Award for Hikari Mitsushima at the 51st Golden Arrow Awards.

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Also known as

  • はぶらし/女友だち (Japan)
  • Toothbrush / Female Friends (United Kingdom)

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