Ichiban Daiko Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1985 · NHK G · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Ichiban Daiko
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Ichiban Daiko have?
Ichiban Daiko has 1 season and 150 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 7, 1985 to April 5, 1986.
Is Ichiban Daiko renewed, ended, or canceled?
Ichiban Daiko has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Ichiban Daiko?
It takes 37h 30m (2250 minutes) to watch the complete run of Ichiban Daiko. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 19 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 37.5 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 19 days.
Where can you stream or watch Ichiban Daiko?
Ichiban Daiko 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 Ichiban Daiko?
Ichiban Daiko has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Ichiban Daiko?
The primary ensemble cast includes Shinichiro Okano as 沢井銀平, Hiroko Mita as 妻・（旧姓：岸）雛子 (age 60), Gannosuke Ashiya as 養父・徳治 (age 72 (deceased)), Misako Watanabe as 養母・勢子 (age 94).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Shinichiro Okano | 沢井銀平 | – |
| Hiroko Mita | 妻・（旧姓：岸）雛子 | 60 |
| Gannosuke Ashiya | 養父・徳治 | 72 (deceased) |
| Misako Watanabe | 養母・勢子 | 94 |
| Ken Uehara | 祖父・亀造 | 82 (deceased) |
| Mariko Fuji | 藤木葉子 | 71 |
| Kyōko Mitsubayashi | 白石鶴子 | 75 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Ichiban Daiko are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on October 26, 2026.