Tari Tari 2012
What is Tari Tari?
Tari Tari is a 2012 Japanese anime television series produced by P.A. Works.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2012
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 13
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 1, 2012
- Last aired
- Sep 23, 2012
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- tvk
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Tari Tari is a 2012 Japanese anime television series produced by P.A. Works. The show was written and directed by Masakazu Hashimoto and aired in Japan between July 1 and September 23, 2012, on TV Kanagawa. It was also made available for simulcast through Crunchyroll. The story follows five high school students who are on the cusp of graduation and are brought together by music while facing uncertainty regarding their futures. Key characters include Wakana Sakai, who gave up music, Konatsu Miyamoto, who has a deep love for singing, and Sawa Okita, who is dedicated to her closest friends. Throughout the series, the characters navigate ordinary life, including moments of laughter, conflict, and worry. As they form an ensemble, the students learn to move forward by relying on one another. Through the music they create together, the group weaves a story centered on the power of their shared experiences and their belief that they can succeed with the support of their friends.
Should you watch it?
“A heartfelt anime about friendship and music following three girls in their daily lives.”
- Genuine portrayal of female friendships and personal growth
- Beautiful musical performances that enhance emotional moments
- Relatable characters dealing with real-life challenges
- Pacing may feel slow to viewers seeking more dramatic plot developments
- Limited focus on individual backstories beyond core group
You enjoy character studies centered on friendship and personal development through music.
Suitable for teens and adults who appreciate gentle storytelling with emotional depth.
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Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Running and Inviting Mytharc Jul 1, 2012
- E2 Gathering and Struggling Core Jul 8, 2012
- E3 Swinging and Meeting Core Jul 15, 2012
- E4 Getting Angry and Dancing Core Jul 22, 2012
- E5 Throwing Away and Holding On Core Jul 29, 2012
- E6 Laughing and Remembering Core Aug 5, 2012
- E7 Spinning in Circles and Losing Sight Core Aug 12, 2012
- E8 Worrying and Racing Ahead Core Aug 19, 2012
- E9 Turning White and Turning Red Core Aug 26, 2012
- E10 Crushing and Burning Core Sep 2, 2012
- E11 Waxing and Waning Core Sep 9, 2012
- E12 Piling Up and Rippling Mytharc Sep 16, 2012
- E13 Sunny Days and Crying and Sometimes Singing Mytharc Sep 23, 2012
Frequently asked questions
Is this series appropriate for younger viewers?
The series deals with mild emotional themes and is generally suitable for teens and up.
Does the show focus heavily on music performance?
Music is central to the story but balanced with everyday life experiences and friendships.
Are there romantic storylines in this series?
The focus remains primarily on friendships and personal growth rather than romance.
How many episodes does this series have?
The series consists of a standard anime season length of episodes.
Is this based on a manga or light novel?
This is an original anime series created specifically for television release.
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