Mother-kichi is the mother of the protagonist Mameko and appears as a supporting character in the series. She is a mature woman who provides a familial presence in Mameko's daily life. Her background is that of a parent living with or otherwise remaining connected to her adult daughter who is a NEET. Personality-wise, Mother-kichi is characterized by a calm and somewhat resigned demeanor, often serving as a grounding figure in contrast to Mameko's procrastination and whimsical excuses. She tends to observe her daughter's antics with a mix of mild exasperation and quiet acceptance. Her primary motivation appears to be a desire for Mameko to become more responsible and self-sufficient, though she rarely enforces strict discipline, instead offering subtle guidance or commentary on Mameko's behavior. In terms of role in the story, Mother-kichi functions as a familial foil to Mameko, highlighting the gap between parental expectations and Mameko's NEET lifestyle. She is present in everyday household scenes, reacting with understated humor to Mameko's repeated failures to keep promises. Her key relationships include her daughter Mameko, and through the extended household, she interacts with the pets such as the dog Komachi and the cats Tabi, Simba, and Melo. She may also have ties to other family members like Aneyoshi and Poniki. The character shows little development over the course of the series, remaining a consistent background presence who gently nudges Mameko toward adulthood without ever forcing the issue. Her notable abilities include a keen awareness of her daughter's patterns and a talent for delivering dry observations that underscore the absurdity of the situations Mameko creates. She does not possess any extraordinary skills or talents, operating instead as a realistic parental figure within the comedic framework of the show.