Ranman 2023
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- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- April 3, 2023
- Last Aired
- September 29, 2023
- Format
- 1 season · 130 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~32.5 hours (15 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E1 "Episode 1" (★ 10/10)
- Network
- NHK
- Where to Stream
- NHK On Demand Amazon Channel, U-NEXT
What is Ranman?
Ranman is a Japanese television drama series that premiered on April 3, 2023, and concluded on September 29, 2023. As the 108th Asadora series produced by NHK, the show consists of 130 episodes, each with a duration of 15 minutes.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2023
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 130
- Runtime
- 15 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 3, 2023
- Last aired
- Sep 29, 2023
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- NHK
- Genres
- Drama, Family
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.8/10 from 4 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 130 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~15 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- NHK
Where to watch in Japan
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 130 episodes and an average 15-minute runtime.
Trailer
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Ranman is a Japanese television drama series that premiered on April 3, 2023, and concluded on September 29, 2023. As the 108th Asadora series produced by NHK, the show consists of 130 episodes, each with a duration of 15 minutes. The narrative follows the life of a passionate botanist named Makino Mantaro, who is portrayed by actors Kamiki Ryunosuke and Yurito Mori. Born as the heir to the Tosa sake brewery Mineya, Mantaro is a character who loves plants and flowers. The story depicts his life as he traverses the Meiji era, overcoming various hardships with the support of his devoted wife. While the drama is modeled after the life of the real-life Japanese botanist Tomitaro Makino, the production is an original work of fiction. The series is classified under the historical, life, and drama genres and aired on weekdays from Monday through Friday. It serves as the successor to the series Maiagare! in the long-running Asadora programming block.
Should you watch it?
“A dedicated botanist pursues his lifelong passion for plants throughout the changing eras of Japanese history.”
- features a compelling historical narrative
- showcases a lifelong pursuit of scientific passion
- long episode count may require significant time commitment
Watch it if you enjoy biographical dramas focused on historical figures and scientific discovery.
The series is a historical drama suitable for general audiences.
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Episode guide
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Season 1 · 130 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Apr 3, 2023
- E2 Episode 2 Core Apr 4, 2023
- E3 Episode 3 Core Apr 5, 2023
- E4 Episode 4 Core Apr 6, 2023
- E5 Episode 5 Core Apr 7, 2023
- E6 Episode 6 Core Apr 10, 2023
- E7 Episode 7 Core Apr 11, 2023
- E8 Episode 8 Core Apr 12, 2023
- E9 Episode 9 Core Apr 13, 2023
- E10 Episode 10 Core Apr 14, 2023
- E11 Episode 11 Core Apr 17, 2023
- E12 Episode 12 Core Apr 18, 2023
- E13 Episode 13 Core Apr 19, 2023
- E14 Episode 14 Core Apr 20, 2023
- E15 Episode 15 Core Apr 21, 2023
- E16 Episode 16 Core Apr 24, 2023
- E17 Episode 17 Core Apr 25, 2023
- E18 Episode 18 Core Apr 26, 2023
- E19 Episode 19 Core Apr 27, 2023
- E20 Episode 20 Core Apr 28, 2023
- E21 Episode 21 Core May 1, 2023
- E22 Episode 22 Core May 2, 2023
- E23 Episode 23 Core May 3, 2023
- E24 Episode 24 Core May 4, 2023
- E25 Episode 25 Core May 5, 2023
- E26 Episode 26 Core May 8, 2023
- E27 Episode 27 Core May 9, 2023
- E28 Episode 28 Core May 10, 2023
- E29 Episode 29 Core May 11, 2023
- E30 Episode 30 Core May 12, 2023
- E31 Episode 31 Core May 15, 2023
- E32 Episode 32 Core May 16, 2023
- E33 Episode 33 Core May 17, 2023
- E34 Episode 34 Core May 18, 2023
- E35 Episode 35 Core May 19, 2023
- E36 Episode 36 Core May 22, 2023
- E37 Episode 37 Core May 23, 2023
- E38 Episode 38 Core May 24, 2023
- E39 Episode 39 Core May 25, 2023
- E40 Episode 40 Core May 26, 2023
- E41 Episode 41 Core May 29, 2023
- E42 Episode 42 Core May 30, 2023
- E43 Episode 43 Core May 31, 2023
- E44 Episode 44 Core Jun 1, 2023
- E45 Episode 45 Core Jun 2, 2023
- E46 Episode 46 Core Jun 5, 2023
- E47 Episode 47 Core Jun 6, 2023
- E48 Episode 48 Core Jun 7, 2023
- E49 Episode 49 Core Jun 8, 2023
- E50 Episode 50 Core Jun 9, 2023
- E51 Episode 51 Core Jun 12, 2023
- E52 Episode 52 Core Jun 13, 2023
- E53 Episode 53 Core Jun 14, 2023
- E54 Episode 54 Core Jun 15, 2023
- E55 Episode 55 Core Jun 16, 2023
- E56 Episode 56 Core Jun 19, 2023
- E57 Episode 57 Core Jun 20, 2023
- E58 Episode 58 Core Jun 21, 2023
- E59 Episode 59 Core Jun 22, 2023
- E60 Episode 60 Core Jun 23, 2023
- E61 Episode 61 Core Jun 26, 2023
- E62 Episode 62 Core Jun 27, 2023
- E63 Episode 63 Core Jun 28, 2023
- E64 Episode 64 Core Jun 29, 2023
- E65 Episode 65 Core Jun 30, 2023
- E66 Episode 66 Core Jul 3, 2023
- E67 Episode 67 Core Jul 4, 2023
- E68 Episode 68 Core Jul 5, 2023
- E69 Episode 69 Core Jul 6, 2023
- E70 Episode 70 Core Jul 7, 2023
- E71 Episode 71 Core Jul 10, 2023
- E72 Episode 72 Core Jul 11, 2023
- E73 Episode 73 Core Jul 12, 2023
- E74 Episode 74 Core Jul 13, 2023
- E75 Episode 75 Core Jul 14, 2023
- E76 Episode 76 Core Jul 17, 2023
- E77 Episode 77 Core Jul 18, 2023
- E78 Episode 78 Core Jul 19, 2023
- E79 Episode 79 Core Jul 20, 2023
- E80 Episode 80 Core Jul 21, 2023
- E81 Episode 81 Core Jul 24, 2023
- E82 Episode 82 Core Jul 25, 2023
- E83 Episode 83 Core Jul 26, 2023
- E84 Episode 84 Core Jul 27, 2023
- E85 Episode 85 Core Jul 28, 2023
- E86 Episode 86 Core Jul 31, 2023
- E87 Episode 87 Core Aug 1, 2023
- E88 Episode 88 Core Aug 2, 2023
- E89 Episode 89 Core Aug 3, 2023
- E90 Episode 90 Core Aug 4, 2023
- E91 Episode 91 Core Aug 7, 2023
- E92 Episode 92 Core Aug 8, 2023
- E93 Episode 93 Core Aug 9, 2023
- E94 Episode 94 Core Aug 10, 2023
- E95 Episode 95 Core Aug 11, 2023
- E96 Episode 96 Core Aug 14, 2023
- E97 Episode 97 Core Aug 15, 2023
- E98 Episode 98 Core Aug 16, 2023
- E99 Episode 99 Core Aug 17, 2023
- E100 Episode 100 Core Aug 18, 2023
- E101 Episode 101 Core Aug 21, 2023
- E102 Episode 102 Core Aug 22, 2023
- E103 Episode 103 Core Aug 23, 2023
- E104 Episode 104 Core Aug 24, 2023
- E105 Episode 105 Core Aug 25, 2023
- E106 Episode 106 Core Aug 28, 2023
- E107 Episode 107 Core Aug 29, 2023
- E108 Episode 108 Core Aug 30, 2023
- E109 Episode 109 Core Aug 31, 2023
- E110 Episode 110 Core Sep 1, 2023
- E111 Episode 111 Core Sep 4, 2023
- E112 Episode 112 Core Sep 5, 2023
- E113 Episode 113 Core Sep 6, 2023
- E114 Episode 114 Core Sep 7, 2023
- E115 Episode 115 Core Sep 8, 2023
- E116 Episode 116 Core Sep 11, 2023
- E117 Episode 117 Core Sep 12, 2023
- E118 Episode 118 Core Sep 13, 2023
- E119 Episode 119 Core Sep 14, 2023
- E120 Episode 120 Core Sep 15, 2023
- E121 Episode 121 Core Sep 18, 2023
- E122 Episode 122 Core Sep 19, 2023
- E123 Episode 123 Core Sep 20, 2023
- E124 Episode 124 Core Sep 21, 2023
- E125 Episode 125 Core Sep 22, 2023
- E126 Episode 126 Core Sep 25, 2023
- E127 Episode 127 Core Sep 26, 2023
- E128 Episode 128 Core Sep 27, 2023
- E129 Episode 129 Mytharc Sep 28, 2023
- E130 Episode 130 Mytharc Sep 29, 2023
Frequently asked questions
What is the series about?
The story follows the life of a botanist named Makino Mantaro as he overcomes hardships across different eras.
When did the series air?
The series aired from April 3, 2023, to September 29, 2023.
How many episodes are there?
The series consists of 130 episodes.
Is this based on a real person?
Yes, the drama is modeled after the life of a Japanese botanist.
What is the origin of the series?
Ranman is a Japanese television drama series and the 108th Asadora series.
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