Mr. Okajima is a stern and often angry man, throughout the movie he has a curt and direct attitude towards the family. Many of the times, he has an emotionless and angry appearance, but is reserved and calm throughout the movie. Although he cares deeply for his family by being stern, he is very enigmatic and often comes across as cruel towards others.

(Source: Ghibli Wiki)

Taeko Okajima is a typical "office lady" in a big company in a big city. When she takes a sabbatical to the countryside in Yamagata Prefecture, the hometown of her brother-in-law, the journey recalled her memory of her 5th grade year. During her stay in Yamagata, she works hard and happily as a farmer and is surrounded by friendly relatives and villagers, bringing up more memories. Their hospitality makes her to reconsider her choice of life.
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(Source: Anime News Network)

Taeko no Chichi