Hidamari Sketch

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  • TV-PG
  • 2007
  • 1 Season
  • 7.0  (171)

Hidamari Sketch is a slice-of-life anime series that revolves around the daily lives of a group of high school girls who live in Hidamari Apartments. The show is based on the 4-panel manga series of the same name by Ume Aoki and was first aired in Japan in 2007. The show focuses on the lives of four main characters - Yuno, Hiro, Sae, and Miyako - who are all students at the Yamabuki Art High School. Yuno is an aspiring artist who is always looking for inspiration and is often seen drawing in her sketchbook. Hiro is Yuno's best friend and roommate who is kind, caring, and always looking out for her friends. Sae is another student who is known for her writing skills and is often seen working on her novels in her room. Miyako is the final member of the group and is known for her carefree and somewhat lazy personality.

Throughout the show, the girls go about their daily lives at school and at home, often engaging in humorous conversations and situations. They are supported by a cast of side characters, including the apartment building's owner, the school's principal, and a group of younger students who look up to them.

One of the unique aspects of Hidamari Sketch is its bright and colorful art style, which features pastel colors and whimsical designs. This art style helps to create a light-hearted and playful tone throughout the show, even during more serious moments.

The show's pacing is also distinctly leisurely. Rather than building towards a climactic conclusion, each episode is more like a snapshot of the girls' lives. This allows the audience to get to know the characters slowly and steadily over the course of the series.

Despite its slow pace, Hidamari Sketch manages to maintain its charm and appeal throughout its 12-episode run. By the end of the show, viewers will have become deeply invested in the lives of the main characters and will likely find themselves wishing for more episodes.

Overall, Hidamari Sketch is a charming and enjoyable anime series that is perfect for viewers looking for a lighthearted slice-of-life experience. The show's colorful art style, quirky characters, and relaxed pacing make it a true standout in the genre.

Hidamari Sketch is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (18 episodes). The series first aired on January 11, 2007.

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x365: June 6, Red String
16. x365: June 6, Red String
October 14, 2010
When Yuno accidentally rips Miyako's uniform, Yuno tries to repair it. Yoshinoya invites them to her office, which she has converted into a tailor's workshop. Later, Yuno discovers she has lost her new sketchbook, and everyone helps her look for it.
Bonus 2: November 27th, Is It Love?
14. Bonus 2: November 27th, Is It Love?
August 18, 2010
To Yuno, Miyako, and Sae's surprise, Hiro receives a love letter from a 3rd grade classmate. After hearing the news, Hiro's friends can hardly concentrate on the class as they are very curious about the love letter.
Bonus 2 November 27th Is It Love
14. Bonus 2 November 27th Is It Love
August 19, 2010
To Yuno, Miyako, and Sae's surprise, Hiro receives a love letter from a 3rd grade classmate. After hearing the news, Hiro's friends can hardly concentrate on the class as they are very curious about the love letter.
Bonus 1: August 11: Put Her Back Where She Was
13. Bonus 1: August 11: Put Her Back Where She Was
August 11, 2010
On a hot summer day, Yuno and her friends visit a local swimming pool, where Yuno's inability to swim and fear of water is revealed. Meanwhile, Yoshinoya, the Hidamari landlady, and the Principal spend time together in a school swimming pool.
December 25th, Good-bye Ume-sensei
12. December 25th, Good-bye Ume-sensei
August 4, 2010
On Christmas Eve, Sae's younger sister Chika comes to visit. Sae, Yuno, Miyako, and Hiro show Chika around Yuno's school.
December 25th Good bye Ume sensei
12. December 25th Good bye Ume sensei
August 5, 2010
On Christmas Eve, Sae's younger sister Chika comes to visit. Sae, Yuno, Miyako, and Hiro show Chika around Yuno's school.
April 28th: a Round Cabbage
11. April 28th: a Round Cabbage
July 28, 2010
The day's art lesson leads the class to the zoo.
Her Highness Yuno
10. Her Highness Yuno
July 21, 2010
Yuno's unfinished painting is entered in to the cultural festival by Miyako.
September 4th, the Wolf of the Shinjuku Backstreets
9. September 4th, the Wolf of the Shinjuku Backstreets
July 14, 2010
Yuno notices when a man drops something, and she returns it to him. In appreciation for this, he gives Yuno four lottery tickets.
March 13th, 3% of Hope
8. March 13th, 3% of Hope
July 7, 2010
The deadline for Sae's next book is fast approaching, so she is hiding from her editor.
October 12, Stormy Drying Agent
7. October 12, Stormy Drying Agent
June 30, 2010
A typhoon is responsible for the cancelled sports festival.
Cool and Comfy
6. Cool and Comfy
June 23, 2010
Miyako sets up an inflatable pool for Yuno and all their friends. Later, they go to the beach.
Heart and Body
5. Heart and Body
June 16, 2010
Yuno misses school due to an illness. While she rests, she has strange dreams.
The Singing Shortcake
4. The Singing Shortcake
June 9, 2010
During class, the assignment is to sketch something from outside. Later, Yuno and her friends go to a karaoke bar.
...or an Indian
3. ...or an Indian
June 2, 2010
Today's class assignment is to sketch a bust of Brutus.
xHoshimittsu: April 6th: Yes, No
2. xHoshimittsu: April 6th: Yes, No
September 28, 2011
On April 6, the girls hold a welcome party for Nazuna and Nori. Miyako brings a 'question dice' in order to find out things about the freshmen.
Japan's Summer
2. Japan's Summer
January 18, 2007
Yuno's class has been given the assignment of designing the new sign for the Hidamari Apartments. Sae discovers Miyako pays less rent than she does and sets out to find out why.
Winter Collage
1. Winter Collage
January 11, 2007
Once school lets out for the day, Yuno and Miyako go to Hiro's apartment because Yuno wants to thank her for lunch.
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  • Premiere Date
    January 11, 2007
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (171)