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Massan
2014·2 Seasons·152 Episodes·★ 8.3
Japanese original
Massan is based on the lives of Masataka Taketsuru and his wife Jessie Roberta "Rita" Cowan, a Scotswoman Taketsuru met while studying abroad.
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Does this fit your time and taste?
A character-led series where relationships, personal stakes, and the gradual build of a story are central to the experience.
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Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who prefer character investment over a purely episodic watch.
Commitment
Long-form commitment · 2 seasons
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Seasons
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Season 1
150 episodes
2014
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Specials
2 episodes
Cast
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