After marrying a single dad, a successful businessperson steps up to the challenge of becoming a stay-at-home stepmom to a spirited 8-year-old girl.
Episode 1
Episode 1
Jul 10, 2018
Akiko heads briskly to a local park to officially introduce herself to her stepdaughter-to-be — but the girl takes an immediate disliking toward her.
Episode 2
Episode 2
Jul 17, 2018
Ryoichi, Akiko and Miyuki begin their life together as a family. But the more Akiko tries to be a good mother, the more Miyuki seems to resent her.
Episode 3
Episode 3
Jul 24, 2018
Akiko takes her new position as a mother and homemaker very seriously, but even she isn't prepared for what she encounters at the PTA meeting.
Episode 4
Episode 4
Jul 31, 2018
Starting to suspect that her father and Akiko are in a fake marriage, Miyuki asks them how they first met — a question neither is able to answer.
Episode 5
Episode 5
Aug 7, 2018
With Ryoichi incapacitated and in the hospital, Akiko steps in for him at his job. Wanting to be of help, Miyuki makes a suggestion.
Episode 6
Episode 6
Aug 14, 2018
Now a senior in high school, Miyuki must start thinking about her future. To set a good example for her, Akiko considers returning to work.
Episode 7
Episode 7
Aug 21, 2018
Akiko uses all her skills and experience to bring customers into the failing bakery. Meanwhile, Miyuki struggles with her studies.
Episode 8
Episode 8
Sep 4, 2018
After enjoying a temporary bump in sales, Bakery Mugita begins to struggle once more — prompting Akiko to suggest a drastic move.
Episode 9
Episode 9
Sep 11, 2018
At long last, Bakery Mugita opens its doors again with a whole new approach. Meanwhile, Miyuki wonders if Mugita has feelings for her stepmother.
Episode 10
Episode 10
Sep 18, 2018
With her stepmother's fierce support, Miyuki goes to take her entrance exam. Akiko ends up in the hospital, giving Miyuki a fright.