Usagi Drop

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  • 2011
  • 1 Season

Usagi Drop is a heartwarming slice-of-life anime television show broadcasted on Fuji TV. The story follows the life of a 30-year-old bachelor named Daikichi Kawachi. Daikichi is working in an office job and is content with his life until he returns home to find out that his grandfather has passed away. While attending the funeral, Daikichi discovers that his grandfather had a secret daughter named Rin, who is just six years old. No one in the family is willing to take care of Rin, and she is left all alone. Daikichi is shocked at how his family can abandon a little child and decides to take responsibility for her. What follows is a beautiful journey of two completely opposite people who are brought together by fate and slowly learn to love each other.

Usagi Drop is a show that aims to showcase the bond between a parent and a child. The relationship between Daikichi and Rin is the backbone of the show. At first, Daikichi doesn't know anything about raising a child, and Rin is withdrawn and unresponsive. But as time passes, they grow to become each other's family. Daikichi's character development is evident throughout the show, and it is beautiful to watch him gradually turn into a devoted father. He takes care of Rin in the best possible ways, from buying her clothes to making her bento. He learns to put her needs before his own and is constantly thinking about her welfare. Rin, on the other hand, is a shy and introverted child who has been hurt by abandonment. She is scared to trust anyone, but under Daikichi's care, she begins to open up and enjoy her childhood. The tender moments shared between the two are pure and heartwarming. The show is a reminder that family is not just about blood, but it is about love, care, and companionship.

Apart from the heartwarming relationship between Daikichi and Rin, the show also tackles various aspects of parenting. The writers have done an exceptional job at portraying the challenges of raising a child, from potty training to enrolling her in school. Rin's growth and development are shown in a realistic and relatable way. The show also touches upon the topic of single parenthood and the discrimination that comes along with it. The society that the show is set in is not very forgiving of single parents, and Daikichi has to learn to navigate through the stigma of being a single man raising a child. Nevertheless, he is determined to do what's best for Rin, and that's what makes the show so beautiful.

The animation style of Usagi Drop is simple yet elegant. The animation is clean and crisp, and the backgrounds are subdued, which brings the focus to the characters. The show is directed by Kanta Kamei, who does an excellent job of capturing the emotions of the characters. The sound design is exceptional, and the music is subtle and beautiful. The opening and closing themes are both catchy and go perfectly with the show's theme.

Overall, Usagi Drop is an exceptional show that will tug at your heartstrings. It is a reminder that family is not about blood but about love and care. The show is emotional, heartwarming, and beautiful, and is bound to put a smile on your face. It is a must-watch for anyone who wants to experience the joy of parenthood, or for anyone who loves slice-of-life shows. The show is a masterpiece and should not be missed.

Usagi Drop is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (11 episodes). The series first aired on July 7, 2011.

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Seasons
E 11
11. E 11
September 15, 2011
It's the first anniversary of Grandpa's death, which means Rin and Daikichi have been living together for about a year now. Daikichi mulls over what he's lost and what he's gained since Rin came into his life?
E 10
10. E 10
September 8, 2011
Daikichi feels helpless when Rin is laid up with stomach flu, so Kouki's mother steps in to give them both a hand.
E 9
9. E 9
September 1, 2011
At school, Rin is concerned that the disobedient Kouki is getting off track and getting a bad reputation. Meanwhile, when a typhoon hits, Kouki and his mom take shelter with Daikichi and Rin at their house.
E 8
8. E 8
August 25, 2011
During Rin's summer vacation, Daikichi and Rin visit Souichi's grave, where they find an ink bottle and bellflowers. Daikichi runs after Masako, Rin's mother, who had just been there, and when he catches up, offers her an unusual proposal.
E 7
7. E 7
August 18, 2011
Daikichi's cousin, Haruko, runs away from home to DaikichiĀ's house with her daughter Reina in tow. Daikichi can hardly fathom Haruko's determination, but when he does learn her reasons, he's not a little surprised by how strong Haruko has become as a mother. It gets him thinking again about what marriage and family mean.
E 6
6. E 6
August 11, 2011
When Rin enters elementary school, Daikichi proposes planting a tree to commemorate the occasion. Rin plants a loquat seed in the yard, but there's no telling whether it will actually put forth buds. Thinking that perhaps Souichi planted something to mark Rin's birth, Daikichi has another visit with Masako...
E 5
5. E 5
August 4, 2011
Daikichi finally meets Rin?fs mother, Masako, and he?fs shocked by her frankness. When they part, Masako asks Daikichi for a favor, and it?fs an issue that Daikichi can?ft avoid, as long as he?fs going to raise Rin. Daikichi tries to resolve it by having a heart-to-heart conversation with Rin, but he gets an unexpected answer...
E 4
4. E 4
July 28, 2011
Rin befriends Kouki, a boy she met at the local nursery school, while Daikichi?'s pulse races a bit when he meets Kouki?'s beautiful single mother. Later, the modem Daikichi discovered at Souichi?'s house leads him to his grandfather?'s last words. And from there, he receives a contact number for Rin?'s mother, Masako...
E 3
3. E 3
July 21, 2011
Daikichi goes back to his parents? house with Rin in tow in order to search for clues about her mother. At first, his parents were opposed to him taking custody of the girl, but now they?re not entirely dissatisfied about having what amounts to a grandchild. And at Souichi?s house, Daikichi discovers a mystery modem. This leads him to think about his life with Rin and he makes an important decision.
E 2
2. E 2
July 14, 2011
What kind of clothes to buy her? What to feed her? What to do about nursery school? Daikichi's new life raising a 6-year-old girl is an uninterrupted stream of bewilderment. Rin looks anxious on her first day of nursery school, so Daikichi does a "pinky swear" with her, promising to pick her up as soon as he can. And Daikichi, who has no confidence he can live with Rin for long, starts thinking about meeting Rin's mother...
E 1
1. E 1
July 7, 2011
30-year-old bachelor businessman Kawachi Daikichi encounters Rin, a girl he's never seen before, at his grandfather's funeral. Surprisingly, the 6-year-old girl turns out to be his grandfather's love child. Daikichi doesn't like children, but the cold attitude of his relatives towards Rin makes him uncomfortable. And then, the relatives' meeting to decide who will have custody of Rin begins at last...
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Where to Watch Usagi Drop
Usagi Drop is available for streaming on the Fuji TV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Usagi Drop on demand at Amazon Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    July 7, 2011