Million Yen Women

Million Yen Women (2017)

EndedScripted showDrama, Mystery

Michima Shin is a struggling novelist. He has been happily living under the same roof with five mysterious beauties who range from their teens to 30s since six months ago. They give him a huge sum of 1 million yen a month as rent and living expenses for this rather bizarre living arrangement. There are several cohabitation rules and he is forbidden from asking them any questions. Then one day, an incident happens to Shin that causes everything to break down

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Scheduleevery Friday at 01:00 (25 min)

Last Episode

Emotions
Season 1Episode 1225 min

Emotions

A concerned Hitomi tracks down a severely broken Shin, who is still unable to recover from the horrific events that sidelined his ability to write.
Jun 30, 2017

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E12EmotionsJun 30, 2017
S01E11ConfrontationJun 23, 2017
S01E10DisbandedJun 16, 2017
S01E09ReadyJun 9, 2017
S01E08ReasonJun 2, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Million Yen Women' premiere?

'Million Yen Women' premiered on April 7, 2017.

Who directed the TV show?

'Million Yen Women' was directed by multiple directors, including Michihito Fujii and Yuki Kobayashi.

What genre does the show belong to?

'Million Yen Women' is a mystery drama TV show.

Where is the TV show set?

The setting of 'Million Yen Women' is in Tokyo, Japan.

Who are the main characters in 'Million Yen Women'?

The main characters in 'Million Yen Women' are Shin Michima, the protagonist, and the five mysterious women who rent rooms in his house.

What is the premise of the show?

The premise of 'Million Yen Women' revolves around a struggling novelist, Shin Michima, who allows five women to live in his house in exchange for a million yen each month.

What are the challenges faced by the main character?

Shin Michima faces the challenges of unraveling the mysteries surrounding the women living in his house, balancing his relationships with them, and dealing with the consequences of their presence in his life.

What is the overall tone of the show?

The overall tone of 'Million Yen Women' is dark, suspenseful, and filled with intrigue.

Are there any romantic storylines in the show?

Yes, there are romantic storylines in 'Million Yen Women' that develop between Shin Michima and some of the women living in his house.

Is the show based on a novel?

Yes, 'Million Yen Women' is based on a manga series written by Shunju Aono.

How many episodes are there in the first season?

The first season of 'Million Yen Women' consists of 12 episodes.

Does the show explore social and psychological themes?

Yes, 'Million Yen Women' delves into various social and psychological themes, including identity, trust, and secrets.

Did the show receive positive reviews from critics?

'Million Yen Women' received generally positive reviews from critics, praising its unique storyline and compelling characters.

Is the show available for streaming on any platforms?

Yes, 'Million Yen Women' is available for streaming on Netflix.

Was the show popular among viewers?

'Million Yen Women' gained a dedicated fanbase and received positive feedback from viewers for its intriguing plot and strong performances.

Did the show win any awards?

While 'Million Yen Women' did not win any major awards, it was recognized for its exceptional storytelling and performances.

Cast

Rila Fukushima

Rila Fukushima

plays Shirakawa Minami
Matsui Rena

Matsui Rena

plays Tsukamoto Hitomi
Rena Takeda

Rena Takeda

plays Suzumura Midori
Yuko Araki

Yuko Araki

plays Seki Nanaka
Noda Yojiro

Noda Yojiro

plays Michima Shin
Wagatsuma Miwako

Wagatsuma Miwako

plays Kobayashi Yuki
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Characters

Shirakawa Minami

Shirakawa Minami

played by Rila Fukushima
Tsukamoto Hitomi

Tsukamoto Hitomi

played by Matsui Rena
Suzumura Midori

Suzumura Midori

played by Rena Takeda
Seki Nanaka

Seki Nanaka

played by Yuko Araki
Michima Shin

Michima Shin

played by Noda Yojiro
Kobayashi Yuki

Kobayashi Yuki

played by Wagatsuma Miwako
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Also known as

  • 100万円の女たち (Japan)
  • 100-manen no Onna-tachi (Japan)
  • 1,000,000 Yen no Onnatachi (Japan)
  • 100 man En no Onna tach (Japan)
  • 100-man En no Onna-tachi (Japan)
  • 100-man En no Onnatachi (Japan)

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