Toumei na Yurikago (2018)

Other name: 透明なゆりかご, Transparent Cradle

Description:

In the summer of 1997, seventeen-year-old Aoi begins her journey as a part-time nurse apprentice at the Yui Obstetrics and Gynecology clinic. Her life changes forever when she immediately witnesses a shocking abortion surgery, exposing her to the harsh and emotional realities of medical care. Despite her clumsy nature and poor communication skills, which deeply worry her mother Fumika, Aoi finds her footing thanks to a supportive medical team. Guided by the careful clinic head Yui, the reliable nurse Sayako, and the gentle head nurse Sakaki, Aoi learns to navigate the delicate world of maternal care. Through her unique compassion and genuine kindness, she begins to touch the hearts of the pregnant patients she serves. As she observes both the heartbreaking losses and the overwhelming beauty of newborn babies, Aoi is forced to contemplate the profound question of what life truly means. Toumei na Yurikago is a touching story of growth, empathy, and resilience.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2018

Genre:Drama; life; Medical