Barakamon

Barakamon (2014)

EndedAnimation showComedy, Adventure, Anime

As a punishment for punching a famous Calligrapher, young handsome Calligrapher Handa Seishu is exiled on a small island. As someone who has never lived outside of a city, Handa has to adapt to his new wacky neighbors, like people traveling on a tractor, unwanted visitors who never use the front door, annoying kids using his home as a playground, etc. Can this city guy handle all the crazy hardships? Find out in this wacky island comedy full of innocence and laughter!

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 02:20 (25 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E12Glad You're BackSept. 28, 2014
S01E11I Am in TokyoSept. 21, 2014
S01E10Let's All Go TogetherSept. 14, 2014
S01E09Was Almost Seriously InjuredSept. 7, 2014
S01E08Buddhist Prayer DanceAug. 24, 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Barakamon premiere?

Barakamon premiered on July 5, 2014.

Who are the main characters of Barakamon?

The main characters of Barakamon are Seishu Handa, an up-and-coming calligrapher, and Naru Kotoishi, a young girl who lives on the island.

Where is Barakamon set?

Barakamon is set on the remote island of Goto, which is located in Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan.

What inspired the creators of Barakamon to set the show on a remote island in Japan?

The creators of Barakamon were inspired by their own experiences of living and working in rural areas of Japan, and wanted to convey the charm and unique culture of such places to a wider audience.

What genre does Barakamon fall under?

Barakamon falls under the genres of comedy, drama and slice-of-life.

Who originally wrote the manga that Barakamon is based on?

Barakamon is based on a manga series of the same name, which was written and illustrated by Satsuki Yoshino.

How many volumes of the Barakamon manga were published?

The Barakamon manga ran for 18 volumes, which were published from 2009 to 2018.

Who directed the anime adaptation of Barakamon?

The anime adaptation of Barakamon was directed by Masaki Tachibana.

What studio produced the anime adaptation of Barakamon?

The anime adaptation of Barakamon was produced by Kinema Citrus.

How many episodes are in the anime adaptation of Barakamon?

The anime adaptation of Barakamon consists of 12 episodes.

What is the story of Barakamon about?

Barakamon follows Seishu Handa, a young and talented calligrapher who moves to a remote island in Japan in search of inspiration. There, he begins to bond with the locals and learns to appreciate the beauty of life on the island.

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