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Non Non Biyori 2013

Status
Ended
First Aired
October 7, 2013
Last Aired
March 29, 2021
Format
3 seasons · 36 eps
Total Runtime
~14.4 hours (24 min/ep)
Highest Rated Episode
S1E4 "Summer Vacation Started" (★ 9/10)
Network
TV Tokyo
Where to Stream
Crunchyroll, Hidive Amazon Channel
Streaming data from JustWatch
★ TMDB users: 7.9/10 from 103 votes TV-PG AnimationComedy 3 seasons · 36 eps Ended
Community & Your Rating
★ 7.9/10
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What is Non Non Biyori?

Non Non Biyori is a television series centered on the experiences of a student named Hotaru Ichijou. The narrative begins when Hotaru moves with her parents from Tokyo to a location in the middle of the country.

Type
TV series
Year
2013
Status
Ended
Episodes
36
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Oct 7, 2013
Last aired
Mar 29, 2021
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
TV Tokyo
Genres
Animation, Comedy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.9/10 from 103 votes
Format
3 seasons · 36 episodes
Episode runtime
~24 minutes
Status
Ended
Network
TV Tokyo
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Non Non Biyori is a television series centered on the experiences of a student named Hotaru Ichijou. The narrative begins when Hotaru moves with her parents from Tokyo to a location in the middle of the country. Following this relocation, she must adapt to life in a new school environment. This educational setting is characterized by its small size, as the entire student body consists of only five individuals. These students are gathered into a single class that includes children ranging in age from elementary school to middle school. The series follows these five students as they participate in their everyday adventures while living in the countryside. The title of the series utilizes the prefix non, which is defined in various sources as a term used to indicate not, the absence of something, or the negation of a word. These sources confirm that the prefix is used to imply a lack of or a failure to perform an action.

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Should you watch it?

“A Tokyo girl adjusts to rural life with a tiny class of quirky kids.”

Reasons to watch
  • Gentle humor and heartwarming moments
  • Beautiful countryside setting and relaxed tone
Keep in mind
  • Slow pace may not suit all viewers

You enjoy calm, character-driven stories about childhood and rural life.

Suitable for most audiences; focuses on everyday school and village life.

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Mytharc (9): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (27): Character development & subplots
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Season 1 · 12 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →
Season 2 · 12 episodes Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →
Season 3 · 12 episodes Open the complete Season 3 guide & lore primer →
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Frequently asked questions

Is Non Non Biyori based on a manga?

Yes, it is based on a manga by Atto.

Where does the story take place?

The story takes place in a small, quiet village in the countryside.

How many students are in the class?

There are five students in the class.

Is it a long series?

It spans multiple seasons with a slow, episodic format.

Is it appropriate for children?

Yes, it is family-friendly and focuses on school-age characters.

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