A Japanese family weathers much hardship after their military uncle comes to live with them during WWII.
Social & External
Fusako Osone
Ichiro Osone
Taiji Osone
Yuke Osone
Takashi Osone
Issei Osone
Sachiko Osone
Akira Sanenari
Taji Heibei
Unknown Role
Yoshino
Old domestic servant
Ippei Yamaka
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