Maternity Leave Detective

Name: Maternity Leave Detective
Genre: Drama, Mystery
Released: 2023-04-18
Rating: 7
Cast: Daichi Kaneko, Atsuko Maeda, Kie Kitano, Rena Takeda, Kizuki

7.0First aired 2023-04-18Last aired 2023-06-20Status: Ended

DramaMystery

Seasons: 1
Episodes: 10
Networks: NHK G, NHK BS Premium

Overview

Akizuki Haruto, a police detective on childcare leave, finds himself solving cases using the hints he notices while raising his infant son, Ren, in this light mystery. Along with his wife Saki, Haruto is navigating the challenges of parenthood when he is unexpectedly taken hostage during a robbery. Despite the tense situation, Haruto uses his keen observation skills to gather clues and secretly calls his own police division for assistance. However, as he deals with the unfolding events, he must also attend to Ren's needs, including diaper changes and feeding times, adding a unique twist to his crime-solving endeavors.