Series

Mottainai Grandma

★ 8.0(1)20205m1 season

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🇯🇵 JP

Good to know

Release date: 2020-06-05
Runtime: 5m
Language: Japanese
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 4
Network: YouTube
Status: Ended
Country: Japan
Studio: editz

About Mottainai Grandma

Mottainai Grandma is a 2020 web series in the Animation genre, starring Keiko Toda. It spans 1 season and 4 episodes, and originally aired on YouTube. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Mottainai Grandma in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Seasons (1)

Season 14 eps · 2020

Cast

Keiko Toda

Grandma (voice)

Themes & keywords

slice of lifeeducationalanime

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Mottainai Grandma in Canada?+

Mottainai Grandma is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Mottainai Grandma on Netflix?+

Mottainai Grandma is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How many seasons of Mottainai Grandma are there?+

Mottainai Grandma has 1 season and 4 episodes in total.

Who stars in Mottainai Grandma?+

Mottainai Grandma stars Keiko Toda.

When did Mottainai Grandma come out?+

Mottainai Grandma is a 2020 web series.

What genre is Mottainai Grandma?+

Mottainai Grandma is Animation series.