Moominmamma

The kind and dependable mother who supports the lively family

Moomintroll's mother, who always showers deep affection on her family and friends without discrimination, serving as the spiritual pillar of the bustling large family living in Moomin Valley. Her trademark is a red and white striped wrap-around apron and a black handbag.

Quotes

  • The Moomin family home is always a warm place that welcomes everyone.
  • My handbag is stuffed full of my precious things.
  • I pour love on my family without discrimination, and I believe it's important for us all to support each other.
  • When in trouble, I heal both heart and body with cooking.
  • I want to create a place where everyone can feel safe.

Trivia

  • Moominmamma's red and white striped apron is her trademark.
  • The black handbag she always carries contains all sorts of things but she never lets it go.
  • She can brew potions and keeps her grandmother's secret recipes.
  • Knitting is her hobby, and she never fails to knit even during the Moomin family's travels.
  • She has a dedicated potion room in the basement of the house.
  • She is relied upon by the family as their emotional pillar.

Alternate names

Moominmamma Moominmamma-san Mama muminmamma

Tags

Moomin Moomintroll Moominmamma Nordic Fairy Moomin Valley Family Mother Kind Knitting

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Profile

Species
Moomintroll (a type of troll)
Gender
Female

Appearance

Overall appearance
She has a rounded figure, always wearing a red and white striped wrap-around apron and carrying a handbag resembling a black Kelly bag. She has a calm and composed atmosphere.
Weight
Said to be heavier than Moominpappa (exact value unknown)
Eye color
Blue
Distinguishing features
  • Red and white striped wrap-around apron
  • Black handbag
  • Gentle expression
Iconic items
  • Handbag resembling a black Kelly bag
  • Red and white striped apron

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind
Detailed personality
A reliable presence who is family-oriented, gentle, and包容力ful, but occasionally shows a tomboyish side. She excels in cooking and housework, has extensive knowledge, and has a strong sense of responsibility as a mother. She also has a sense of humor at times and is loved by the residents of Moomin Valley.
Keywords
  • Kind
  • Dependable
  • Family-oriented
  • Tolerant
  • Calm
  • Good at cooking
  • Mother role
  • Loves knitting
  • Gardening
  • Composed
Talents
  • Home cooking skills
  • Knowledge of potion brewing
  • Expert in all household chores
  • Identifying wild vegetables and mushrooms
  • Gardening
  • Knitting
Skills
  • Potion brewing
  • Cooking instruction
  • Herbal knowledge
  • Household management
  • Crisis management
Motivation
To protect and support the family, and envelop everyone in Moomin Valley in a warm environment
Habits
She cherishes the black handbag she always carries as "the next most important thing after her life," and if she loses it, the whole family searches for it.
Favorite foods
Homemade jam, Cooking in general, Wild vegetables, Mushrooms
Hobbies
Knitting, Gardening, Housework
Favorite colors
Red, White
Disliked situations
Family discord, Chaos

History

Backstory
Moomintroll's mother, who was once rescued by Moominpappa when she was drowning at sea. Since then, she married Moominpappa, gave birth to Moomintroll, and lives in Moomin Valley as a kind mother supporting the large family. She is depicted in multiple works and media, serving as the emotional support for her family and friends.
Debut date
1945
Work title
Moomin
Media type
Manga

Central mother role in the Moomin house

Significant event
Central mother role in the Moomin house
Description
She takes the helm in the family's private matters and friendships, supporting the foundation of the family's daily life and adventures.

Ruby King incident

Significant event
Ruby King incident
Description
She protected the family's precious handbag and items stolen by the Groke and the Hobgoblin, as well as the peace of the valley.

Adventures in 'The Moomin Family Fun'

Significant event
Adventures in 'The Moomin Family Fun'
Description
As the family's leader, she overcomes various incidents and is portrayed as a mentally strong mother.

Relationships

Moominpappa

Spouse

A loving couple who together support the Moomin Valley family as an important presence.

Moomintroll

Child

Her only son, whom she raises with deep affection as a gentle mother.

Snork Maiden (Florence)

Mentor

She teaches cooking and takes care of housework, forming a mutually trusting friendship.

Myy

Relative

They occasionally clash, but she treats her warmly as a family member.

Moominpappa's friends

Ally

Friends who support the Moomin family and overcome adventures together.

Moomin Family

Moomin Family: leader

Media appearances

Moomin

Manga / Protagonist

1945 onwards

Moomin (1969 version)

Anime / Supporting

1969-1970

Fun with the Moomin Family

Anime / Supporting

1990-1991

Moomins on the South Seas Vacation

Movie / Supporting

2015

Moominvalley Friends

Anime / Supporting

2019

Voice cast and creators

Akiko Takamura

Voice actor
Akiko Takamura
Language
Japanese
Version or series
1969 Moomin, Fun with the Moomin Family, etc.
Notes
original, main

Kaoru Kataura

Voice actor
Kaoru Kataura
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Fun with the Moomin Family
Notes
later

Kikuko Inoue

Voice actor
Kikuko Inoue
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Moominvalley Friends
Notes
recent

Tove Jansson

Creator name
Tove Jansson
Role
Original author

Tove Jansson

Creator name
Tove Jansson
Role
Illustrator

Tove Jansson

Creator name
Tove Jansson
Role
Writer

Lars Jansson

Creator name
Lars Jansson
Role
Character designer

Mushi Production

Creator name
Mushi Production
Role
Animation studio

Kodansha

Creator name
Kodansha
Role
Publisher

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Moominmamma Plush

Item name
Moominmamma Plush
Category
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Availability
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Category
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Availability
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Moominmamma Pattern Handbag-Style Pouch

Item name
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Category
Accessory
Availability
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Item name
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