We Without Wings: Hiyoko Tamaizumi

 Hiyoko is an aspiring novelist who often writes under pseudonyms and works at a bar called Alexander. 

Maison Ikkoku: Mrs. Nanao

 Mrs. Nanao is the mother of  Kozue Nanao.  While she and her husband are both protective of their daughter they seem to actually like Yusaku.  

Maison Ikkoku: Yusaku's Mother

 Mrs. Godai is the hardworking and strict mother of  Yusaku.  She is dedicated to her restaurant and sends her son a care package every month.