Barbapapa Around the World 1999
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- July 5, 1999
- Last Aired
- October 1, 1999
- Format
- 1 season · 50 eps
- Network
- NHK Educational TV
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Video, Canal+, Canal VOD
What is Barbapapa Around the World?
Barbapapa Around the World is a television series first released in 1999. Catalogued under Animation, Family, Kids.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 50
- First aired
- Jul 5, 1999
- Last aired
- Oct 1, 1999
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- NHK Educational TV
- Genres
- Animation, Family, Kids
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 8 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 50 episodes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- NHK Educational TV
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Barbapapa Around the World is a television series first released in 1999. Catalogued under Animation, Family, Kids. Produced and broadcast by NHK Educational TV. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 50 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“A shape‑shifting family explores the globe with curiosity and kindness.”
- Family‑friendly animation
- Features a shape‑shifting family
- Shows travel to many places
- Primarily aimed at young children, older viewers may find it less engaging
Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted, globe‑trotting adventures for young children.
The series is upbeat, non‑violent and suitable for all ages.
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Season 1 · 50 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Home Town - Farm Mytharc Jul 5, 1999
- E2 Home Town - Forest Core Jul 6, 1999
- E3 Home Town - Departure Core Jul 7, 1999
- E4 New Guinea - Birds of Paradise Core Jul 8, 1999
- E5 New Guinea - Turtles Core Jul 9, 1999
- E6 High Andes - Cactus Core Jul 12, 1999
- E7 High Andes - Llama Core Jul 13, 1999
- E8 High Andes - Black Bear Core Jul 14, 1999
- E9 Sumatra - Rhino Core Jul 15, 1999
- E10 Sumatra - Orangutan Core Jul 16, 1999
- E11 Australia - Kangaroo Core Jul 19, 1999
- E12 Australia - Koala Core Jul 20, 1999
- E13 Australia - Forest Fire Core Jul 5, 1999
- E14 Himalayas - Glacier Core Jul 5, 1999
- E15 Himalayas - Avalanche Core Jul 5, 1999
- E16 Borneo - Proboscis Core Jul 5, 1999
- E17 Borneo - Mangrove Core Jul 5, 1999
- E18 Borneo - Python Core Jul 5, 1999
- E19 India - Tiger Core Jul 5, 1999
- E20 India - Monsoon Core Jul 5, 1999
- E21 Amazon - Jaguar Core Jul 5, 1999
- E22 Amazon - Spider Core Jul 5, 1999
- E23 Amazon - Amazon River Core Jul 5, 1999
- E24 China - Panda Core Jul 5, 1999
- E25 China - Golden Fleece Core Jul 5, 1999
- E26 Taiga - Moose Core Jul 5, 1999
- E27 Taiga - Beavers Core Jul 5, 1999
- E28 Taiga - Halloween Core Jul 5, 1999
- E29 North Pole - Polar Bear Core Jul 5, 1999
- E30 North Pole - Walrus Core Jul 5, 1999
- E31 Savana - Lion and Zebra Core Jul 5, 1999
- E32 Savana - Gnu Core Jul 5, 1999
- E33 Savana - Giraffe Core Jul 5, 1999
- E34 North America - Tornado Core Jul 5, 1999
- E35 North America - Bison Core Jul 5, 1999
- E36 Go West - Pioneer Core Jul 5, 1999
- E37 Go West - Grizzly Core Jul 5, 1999
- E38 Go West - Sea Otter Core Jul 5, 1999
- E39 Red Sea - Coral Reef Core Jul 5, 1999
- E40 Red Sea - Scorpion Fish Core Jul 5, 1999
- E41 Africans Waters - Elephant Core Jul 5, 1999
- E42 Africans Waters - Hippo Core Jul 5, 1999
- E43 Africans Waters - Mosquito Core Jul 5, 1999
- E44 Madagascar - Baobab Core Jul 5, 1999
- E45 Madagascar - Aye Aye Core Jul 5, 1999
- E46 Galapagos - Dragon Core Jul 5, 1999
- E47 Galapagos - Whales Core Jul 5, 1999
- E48 Galapagos - Giant Turtle Core Jul 5, 1999
- E49 Antarctic - Penguins Mytharc Jul 5, 1999
- E50 Antarctic - Giant Squid Mytharc Oct 1, 1999
Frequently asked questions
Who are the main characters?
Barbapapa, Barbamama, their seven children, and their pet dog Lolita.
What is the premise of the series?
The family travels around the world, having adventures in each location.
What genre does the show belong to?
It is an animated series aimed at families and kids.
When was the series first released?
Barbapapa Around the World premiered in 1999.
Is the content appropriate for preschoolers?
Yes, the show’s tone is gentle and suitable for very young viewers.
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