TV / Summer 1997
Hare Tokidoki Buta (TV)
The story
Synopsis
Hare Tokidoki Buta follows a young boy and his mischievous, magical pet pig as they navigate an unpredictable life in the city. Each episode presents a new, offbeat situation that tests their patience, creativity, and bond. The series leans into physical comedy and surreal happenings rather than long form drama, making it easy to enjoy in short bursts. Over…
Characters
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Onigiriyama
Supporting | Japanese VA: Mizuta, Wasabi
Tama-chan
Main | Japanese VA: Mamiya, Kurumi
Announcer Yadama
Main | Japanese VA: Watanabe, Misa
Harebuta
Main | Japanese VA: Kanai, Mika
Kimiyo Hiraga
Supporting | Japanese VA: Baba, Sumie
Koganei Musashi
Supporting | Japanese VA: Shioya, Yoku
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Staff
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Hirata, Toshio
Director
Watanabe, Shinichi
Director, Episode Director, Storyboard
Yamada, Shirou
Original Creator
Urasawa, Yoshio
Series Composition
Takeuchi, Yoshio
Screenplay
Katsumata, Hideo
Producer