Ai yori aoku Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1972 · NHK G · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Ai yori aoku
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Ai yori aoku have?
Ai yori aoku has 1 season and 309 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on April 3, 1972 to March 31, 1973.
Is Ai yori aoku renewed, ended, or canceled?
Ai yori aoku has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Ai yori aoku?
It takes 77h 15m (4635 minutes) to watch the complete run of Ai yori aoku. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 39 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 77.3 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 39 days.
Where can you stream or watch Ai yori aoku?
Ai yori aoku is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Ai yori aoku?
Ai yori aoku has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Ai yori aoku?
The primary ensemble cast includes Hiroko Maki as 田宮（村上）真紀 (age 51 (deceased)), Shin'ya Ohwada as 村上周一（真紀の夫 (age 78), Hideo Takamatsu as 田宮行義 校長（真紀の父） (age 77 (deceased)), Asao Sano as 村上周造（周一の父） (age 96 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Hiroko Maki | 田宮（村上）真紀 | 51 (deceased) |
| Shin'ya Ohwada | 村上周一（真紀の夫 | 78 |
| Hideo Takamatsu | 田宮行義 校長（真紀の父） | 77 (deceased) |
| Asao Sano | 村上周造（周一の父） | 96 (deceased) |
| Harue Akagi | 村上キク（周一の母） | 94 (deceased) |
| Isao Bitō | 村上周太郎（周一の弟） | 82 |
| Reiko Niimura | 波（お手伝い） | 83 (deceased) |
| Kazuya Kosaka | 岩井（コック） | 62 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Ai yori aoku are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.