In the 1981 film 'Jarinko Chie' directed by Takahata, inspired by Etsumi HARUKI's beloved manga, we follow the ten-year-old Chie, dubbed 'the unluckiest girl in Japan', juggling the family diner solo as her yakuza father and mother navigate their separation. Surprisingly, despite the somber premise, the movie unfolds as a delightful comedy. The vibrant backdrop of Osaka, distinct from Tokyo, adds a unique cultural flavor to the narrative. Following the movie's triumph, a television series emerged with Takahata at the helm as the chief director.