Granny Gabai(2006)
Gabai Granny is based on the bestseller Saga No Gabai Baachan (Gabai Granny from Saga), which is penned by comedian Shimada Yoshichi as he recounts his childhood memories of growing up under the care of his grandmother.
Movie: Granny Gabai
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Ba-chan
Akihiro as adult
Mother
Tofu shop owner
Owner of sports shop
Aunt Masako
Teacher Nakano
Teacher
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Gabai Granny is based on the bestseller Saga No Gabai Baachan (Gabai Granny from Saga), which is penned by comedian Shimada Yoshichi as he recounts his childhood memories of growing up under the care of his grandmother.
Release Date
2006-06-02
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