Oshin Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1983 · NHK · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Oshin
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Oshin have?
Oshin has 1 season and 297 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on April 4, 1983 to May 7, 1983.
Is Oshin renewed, ended, or canceled?
Oshin has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Oshin?
It takes 74h 15m (4455 minutes) to watch the complete run of Oshin. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 38 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 74.3 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 38 days.
Where can you stream or watch Oshin?
Oshin is available for streaming on dAnime Amazon Channel, NHK On Demand Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Oshin?
Oshin has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Oshin?
The primary ensemble cast includes Ayako Kobayashi as Oshin (6 to 10 years old) (age 54), Yuko Tanaka as Oshin (16 to 46 years old) (age 71), Nobuko Otowa as Oshin (50 to 84 years old) (age 69 (deceased)), Shirô Namiki as Ryuzo (age 69).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Ayako Kobayashi | Oshin (6 to 10 years old) | 54 |
| Yuko Tanaka | Oshin (16 to 46 years old) | 71 |
| Nobuko Otowa | Oshin (50 to 84 years old) | 69 (deceased) |
| Shirô Namiki | Ryuzo | 69 |
| Oji Michio | Naka | – |
| Yoshioka Yuichi | Shoji | – |
| Watanabe Tomiko | Riki | – |
| Kazuko Takamori | Kiyo | 94 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Oshin are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.