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4 Episodes

LIDENFILMS

Finished

Last updated January 2026

Mottainai Baasan

もったいないばあさん

Finished4 Episodes

Slice of Life

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. (Source: Anime News Network)