“Grandma explores the meaning of "mottainai"—a Japanese expression of regret over wastefulness—after failing to explain it to her son.”
Mottainai Grandma
もったいないばあさん
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Grandma explores the meaning of "mottainai"—a Japanese expression of regret over wastefulness—after failing to explain it to her son.
In the books, the titular Grandma seeks to explore the true meaning of the Japanese phrase "mottainai" after her son asked her what it meant and she couldn't answer. "Mottainai" is a commonly used exclamation that roughly translates to "what a waste!", expressing regret over wastefulness. The Grandma seeks to explore the meaning and importance of "mottainai" in the story. (Source: Anime News Network)
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A Ona Production
LIDENFILMS.- Format 4 × 6′ eps × min
- Total runtime 0h 24m all episodes
- Aired Jun 2020 – Jun 2020
- Source Ona media type
- Rated G All Ages
- Ref. BS-16511 catalog