Ramen Akaneko 2024
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What is Ramen Akaneko?
Ramen Akaneko is an animated television series that premiered in 2024. The series is set in a restaurant run solely by cats, where a human character named Tamako arrives for a part-time job interview.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2024
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 12
- Runtime
- 23 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 4, 2024
- Last aired
- Sep 19, 2024
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- MBS, TBS, CBC, Tulip Television
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy
- Updated
Where to watch
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 12 episodes and an average 23-minute runtime.
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Overview
Ramen Akaneko is an animated television series that premiered in 2024. The series is set in a restaurant run solely by cats, where a human character named Tamako arrives for a part-time job interview. Her honesty about being a dog person gets her hired, and she becomes the caretaker of the cats at the restaurant. The story explores the relationships between the feline staff and customers, as well as those between the cats and Tamako. The series features a cast of characters, including manager Bunzou and employees Sabu, Hana, Sasaki, and Krishna, who work together to ensure the success of the restaurant. The series blends elements of comedy and heartwarming moments, creating a unique and endearing viewing experience.
Should you watch it?
“A human woman finds employment at a unique ramen shop staffed entirely by talking cats.”
- unique premise
- charming character dynamics
- niche appeal for cat lovers
Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted workplace comedies featuring animal protagonists.
The series is suitable for general audiences seeking a gentle and wholesome viewing experience.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 1st Serving: "A Closed-Door Hire" "The Athletic Black Cat" Jul 4, 2024
- E2 2nd Serving: "Hana-chan's Professionalism" "The Tiger in the Noodle Room" Jul 11, 2024
- E3 3rd Serving: "Nothing wrong with that" "Service First" "The Masked Engineer" Jul 18, 2024
- E4 4th Serving: "The Gentle Tiger" "Tiger Paw Noodles" "The Late Night Cat " "A Story From A Little While Back" Jul 25, 2024
- E5 5th Serving: "Brushing Makes Cat Talkative" "The Calm Superior" "Way to Go!" Aug 1, 2024
- E6 6th Serving: "Intrigue" "I Really Wanna Know!" "Fitting in" Aug 8, 2024
- E7 7th Serving: "Tough Love" "Today's Reflection" "Ambition and Animals" Aug 15, 2024
- E8 8th Serving: "All Ages Welcome" "A Highly Rated Brushing" "Crazy About Ramen" Aug 22, 2024
- E9 9th Serving: "The Case of the Missing Confit" "One's True Strength" "It's Not Really a Secret" Aug 29, 2024
- E10 10th Serving: "Love Button" "The Lovely Pipi-chan" "Work" Sep 5, 2024
- E11 11th Serving: "A Story of Warm and Fuzzy Memories" "It Depends on the Cat" "My Specialty" Sep 12, 2024
- E12 12th Serving: "Choose Your Team" "As Always, Thanks for Coming!" "Congratulations" Sep 19, 2024
Frequently asked questions
Who runs the restaurant?
The ramen shop is operated entirely by a staff of cats.
What is the protagonist's role?
Tamako is hired as a part-time employee to serve as the caretaker for the feline staff.
Does the protagonist like cats?
Tamako is honest about being a dog person during her job interview.
What is the tone of the show?
The series focuses on heartwarming and endearing interactions between humans and cats.
What kind of establishment is Ramen Akaneko?
It is a ramen restaurant that serves customers while being managed by cats.