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The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary (2024) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Kishibe Midori (Ikeda Elaiza), an editor for a popular fashion magazine, finds herself transferring to the lexicography division following the magazine's discontinuation. The place is filled with a group of quirky characters, led by Majime Mitsuya (Noda Yojiro), a boss with a shaggy hair who is extremely serious. While being tossed about by them, Midori is influenced by their patience and passion for making a dictionary which takes over a decade, and she gradually immerses herself in the work. This drama depicts their struggles in… Sign up for the full guide

TV-PG • 2024 • 1 season

Age
8+

The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary is a thoughtful, character-driven Japanese drama focused on the meticulous, long-term professional effort of compiling a dictionary. It contains no notable violence, sexual content, or substance abuse, making it broadly accessible to viewers of all ages. Its primary focus is on workplace dynamics, personal growth, and the quiet dedication required for artistic and intellectual pursuits. While… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Elaiza Ikeda
Elaiza Ikeda
Yojiro Noda
Yojiro Noda
Osamu Mukai
Osamu Mukai
Kyôhei Shibata
Kyôhei Shibata
Yuma Yamoto
Yuma Yamoto
Rie Mimura
Rie Mimura
Makiko Watanabe
Makiko Watanabe
Oshirō Maeda
Oshirō Maeda
Ryo Iwamatsu
Ryo Iwamatsu
Shinichi Tsutsumi
Shinichi Tsutsumi
Nobuyuki Suzuki
Nobuyuki Suzuki
Machiko Washio
Machiko Washio
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Is The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary appropriate for kids?

The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary is a thoughtful, character-driven Japanese drama focused on the meticulous, long-term professional effort of compiling a dictionary. It contains no notable violence, sexual content, or substance abuse, making it broadly accessible to… Read more — free account

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Substances Mild 2/10
Language None 0/10
Sex/Nudity None 0/10
Violence/Gore None 0/10
Mature Themes Moderate 4/10

Sex and nudity in The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary

Sexual content is absent. There are no suggestive scenes, immodest dress, or romantic displays beyond chaste, socially conventional interactions between colleagues.

Violence and gore in The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary

Violence is absent. The series contains no physical altercations or threatening situations, as the conflict is strictly centered on professional challenges and interpersonal communication.

Language in The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary

Language is entirely absent from this season. Characters maintain professional decorum at all times, with no profanity or offensive speech used throughout the workplace.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary

Occasional scenes feature characters drinking beer or sake at social gatherings or bars after work.

Mature themes in The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary

The series focuses on the challenges of career transition, lifelong dedication, and the nuances of human communication and introversion.

Scary moments in The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Is The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary is best for ages 8+. It's rated TV-PG. The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary is a thoughtful, character-driven Japanese drama focused on the meticulous, long-term professional effort of compiling a dictionary. It contains no notable violence, sexual…

What age rating does The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary have?

The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.

What is The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary about?

The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary is a thoughtful, character-driven Japanese drama focused on the meticulous, long-term professional effort of compiling a dictionary. It contains no notable violence, sexual content, or substance abuse, making it broadly accessible to viewers of all ages. Its primary focus is…

How many seasons does The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary have?

The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary.

How violent is The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary?

Violence isn't a standout concern across The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary per our reviewers.

Is the language in The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary.

What mature themes appear in The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of The Great Passage: I'll Make a Dictionary.

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