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Arakawa Under the Bridge 2010

★ 6.5/10 · 42 votes TV-14 AnimationComedy 2 seasons · 26 eps Ended
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What is Arakawa Under the Bridge?

Arakawa Under the Bridge is a television series first released in 2010. Catalogued under Animation, Comedy.

Type
TV series
Year
2010
Status
Ended
Episodes
26
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Apr 5, 2010
Last aired
Dec 26, 2010
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
TV Tokyo
Genres
Animation, Comedy
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Arakawa Under the Bridge is a television series first released in 2010. Catalogued under Animation, Comedy. Status: Ended. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.

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Should you watch it?

“A debt‑bound student meets a quirky river dweller and vows to help her find love.”

Reasons to watch
  • eccentric cast of characters
  • whimsical premise about love and debt
  • lighthearted animation comedy
Keep in mind
  • unconventional humor may not suit all viewers

Watch it if you enjoy off‑beat animated comedies with eccentric characters and whimsical romance.

Rated TV‑14, the series contains mature jokes and quirky situations suited for teens and older.

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Season 1 · 13 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 13 episodes Open the complete Season 2 guide →

Frequently asked questions

What is the basic premise?

Ko Ichinomiya, who avoids debts, loses his pants, falls into the Arakawa River and becomes indebted to Nino, a quirky girl living under the bridge.

Who are the main characters?

Ko Ichinomiya, his savior Nino, and other bridge residents such as a hot‑blooded kappa, a drag‑performing sister, and a literal rock star.

What genre does the show belong to?

It is an animated comedy series.

What is the show’s rating?

The series is rated TV‑14.

Is the series suitable for younger audiences?

Its TV‑14 rating indicates it is intended for teens and older due to mature humor.