Bakuman 2010
What is Bakuman?
The television series Bakuman is an animated production that combines elements of comedy and drama. It premiered in 2010 and has been classified as TV-PG.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2010
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 75
- Runtime
- 25 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 2, 2010
- Last aired
- Mar 30, 2013
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- NHK Educational TV
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy, Drama
- Updated
Where to watch
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The television series Bakuman is an animated production that combines elements of comedy and drama. It premiered in 2010 and has been classified as TV-PG. The story revolves around the relationship between two individuals, Moritaka Mashiro and Akito Takagi, who have different strengths and abilities. Mashiro is portrayed as an average student with artistic talent, while Takagi is depicted as an advanced student with writing aspirations. The two characters have distinct goals, with Takagi aiming to become a successful mangaka and Mashiro hoping to marry the girl of his dreams, Azuki Miho. The series explores their journey and partnership as they strive to achieve their objectives. Bakuman is listed on The Movie Database, a platform that provides information on movies, TV shows, and people in the entertainment industry.
Should you watch it?
“Two ninth grade students partner to achieve their shared dream of becoming Japan's greatest manga creators.”
- focuses on the creative process
- features a clear goal
- showcases character partnership
- high stakes can be intense
- focused on a niche industry
Watch it if you enjoy stories about artistic collaboration and pursuing ambitious career goals.
The series depicts the professional and personal challenges faced by aspiring manga artists.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 25 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Dreams and Reality Oct 2, 2010
- E2 Dumb and Smart Oct 9, 2010
- E3 Parent and Child Oct 16, 2010
- E4 Time and Keys Oct 23, 2010
- E5 Summer and Names Oct 30, 2010
- E6 Carrot and Stick Nov 6, 2010
- E7 Tears and Tears Nov 13, 2010
- E8 Uncertainties and Expectations Nov 20, 2010
- E9 Regrets and Understandings Nov 27, 2010
- E10 10 and 2 Dec 4, 2010
- E11 Chocolate and NEXT! Dec 11, 2010
- E12 Feast And Graduation Dec 18, 2010
- E13 Early Results and the Real Deal Dec 25, 2010
- E14 Battles and Copying Jan 8, 2011
- E15 Debut and Hectic Jan 15, 2011
- E16 Wall and Kiss Jan 22, 2011
- E17 Braggart and Kindness Jan 29, 2011
- E18 Jealousy and Love Feb 5, 2011
- E19 Two and One Feb 12, 2011
- E20 Cooperation and Conditions Feb 19, 2011
- E21 Literature and Music Feb 26, 2011
- E22 Solidarity and Breakdown Mar 5, 2011
- E23 Tuesday and Friday Mar 19, 2011
- E24 Call and Eve Mar 26, 2011
- E25 Yes and No Apr 2, 2011
Season 2 · 25 episodes
- E1 Silence and Party Oct 1, 2011
- E2 Anthology and Photobook Oct 8, 2011
- E3 Window and Snow Oct 15, 2011
- E4 Support and Patience Oct 22, 2011
- E5 Comedy and News Oct 29, 2011
- E6 Disease and Drive Nov 5, 2011
- E7 Life-and-Death and Standstill Nov 12, 2011
- E8 Recall and Call Nov 19, 2011
- E9 Resumption and Low Rank Nov 26, 2011
- E10 Gags and Serious Dec 3, 2011
- E11 Manga and Youth Dec 10, 2011
- E12 Experience and Data Dec 17, 2011
- E13 Alliance and Classmates Dec 24, 2011
- E14 Unfaithfulness and Trust Jan 7, 2012
- E15 Monkeys and Marriage Jan 14, 2012
- E16 King and Savior Jan 21, 2012
- E17 Special Relationship and Hometown Jan 28, 2012
- E18 Complaint and Roar Feb 4, 2012
- E19 Fate and Star Feb 11, 2012
- E20 Love and Rejection Feb 18, 2012
- E21 Selfishness and Advice Feb 25, 2012
- E22 Hint and Best Mar 3, 2012
- E23 Winning and Losing Mar 10, 2012
- E24 Imagination and Presentation Mar 17, 2012
- E25 Votes and Charts Mar 24, 2012
Season 3 · 25 episodes
- E1 Tenacity and Determination Oct 6, 2012
- E2 Every Night and Unite Oct 13, 2012
- E3 Last and Cipher Oct 20, 2012
- E4 Margin and Pitfall Oct 27, 2012
- E5 Step and Watch Nov 3, 2012
- E6 Punch and Independence Nov 10, 2012
- E7 Commemorative Photo Shoot and Classroom Nov 17, 2012
- E8 Aims and Evaluation Nov 24, 2012
- E9 Confidence and Resolve Dec 1, 2012
- E10 Examination and Provocation Dec 8, 2012
- E11 Impatience and Comeback Dec 15, 2012
- E12 Zeal and Utter Defeat Dec 22, 2012
- E13 Imitation and Unconsciousness Dec 29, 2012
- E14 Continuity and Obstruction Jan 5, 2013
- E15 Cover and Center Jan 12, 2013
- E16 Last Chapter and Comments Jan 19, 2013
- E17 Zombies and Demons Jan 26, 2013
- E18 Weekly and Monthly Feb 2, 2013
- E19 Drawn Out and All at Once Feb 9, 2013
- E20 Breather and Party Feb 16, 2013
- E21 Hot Spring and Confirmation Feb 23, 2013
- E22 Correction and Declaration Mar 2, 2013
- E23 Mic and Script Mar 9, 2013
- E24 How It Should Be and How It Ends Mar 16, 2013
- E25 Dreams and Reality Mar 30, 2013
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of the show?
Two ninth graders, an artist and a writer, team up to become successful mangakas.
Who are the main characters?
The story centers on Moritaka Mashiro, a talented artist, and Akito Takagi, an aspiring writer.
When did the series air?
The television series ran from 2010 to 2013.
Is this based on a manga?
Yes, it is based on a manga series written by Tsugumi Ohba and illustrated by Takeshi Obata.
What motivates the main characters?
They aim to become the greatest mangakas in Japan, with Mashiro also motivated by a personal goal involving Azuki Miho.