Bitter Sugar (2011)

Other name: ビターシュガー, Bitaashugaa, Горький сахар

Description:

Bitter Sugar is a compelling drama that delves deep into the complexities of lifelong relationships and adult life. The story follows three women around the age of 40 whose long-standing friendship is suddenly put to the ultimate test. When an unexpected incident severely damages their bond, the foundation of their connection begins to crumble. This crisis forces them into a raw and emotional confrontation, leaving them with no choice but to lay all their cards on the table. For the first time, these three women must tell each other how they truly feel, exposing long-buried secrets, hidden resentments, and painful truths that they have kept hidden for years. This poignant narrative captures the bittersweet reality of aging, sisterhood, and the struggle to maintain connections as life evolves. Can their bond survive the harsh honesty of their confessions, or is the damage irreversible? Bitter Sugar offers a realistic and touching look at what happens when the sweetness of friendship turns bitter.

Episodes: 10

Duration: 29 min.

Producer: NHK

Director: Nishitani Shinichi [西谷真一] and Doi Shohei [土井祥平]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2011

Genre:Drama; Miniseries