Million Yen Women Season 1 Episode 1 The Mysterious Million Yen Women
- April 13, 2017
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7.7 (138)
In the first episode of Million Yen Women, titled "The Mysterious Million Yen Women," we are introduced to five mysterious women who suddenly move into the home of struggling novelist Shin Michima. Each woman has been promised one million yen per month to live with Shin and follow a strict set of rules, including no outside contact and no questions about their past.
Shin, who is desperate for inspiration for his next book, initially welcomes the women to his home but soon finds himself frustrated by their strange behavior and unwillingness to answer his questions. He becomes even more suspicious when he notices that each woman seems to have a hidden skill or talent, from cooking to martial arts.
As the episode unfolds, we see the women interact with each other and with Shin, revealing glimpses of their mysterious pasts and the reasons why they've chosen to live with him. It's clear that each woman has her own agenda, but it's not yet clear what it is or how it will affect Shin.
Meanwhile, Shin's friend Yuki, a fellow writer who is also struggling with bloc, becomes intrigued by the women and begins to investigate their background and motives. He discovers that they all have criminal records and wonders if their involvement with Shin is part of some larger scheme.
As the episode comes to a close, tensions mount between Shin and the women, as well as between the women themselves. We are left with more questions than answers as the true motives behind the million yen women's arrival in Shin's home remain a mystery.
Overall, "The Mysterious Million Yen Women" sets up an intriguing premise and introduces us to an intriguing cast of characters. The episode raises many questions about the women's past, their motivations, and their connection to Shin, leaving us eager to learn more about what will happen next.