Is Ochoyan coming back?

Ochoyan ended on May 14, 2021, after its final episode aired on NHK.

Ochoyan was a drama series that aired from November 30, 2020, to May 14, 2021. It told the story of Takei Chiyo, who was born into a poor family in Osaka during the Meiji era. After her mother passed away, Chiyo lived with her father and younger brother. Despite not being able to attend elementary school, she possessed a gift for gab and quick wit. At age 9, she began working as a servant in Dotonbori, where she discovered her passion for theatre and acting. Her desire to become an actress grew stronger, leading her to run away to Kyoto to pursue her dreams of acting in the theatre world.

The show was a family-oriented drama that explored themes of perseverance and ambition set against historical Japan. It was a period piece that depicted Chiyo's journey from childhood to her pursuit of a stage career, highlighting her struggles and aspirations throughout the Meiji era.