The Brave 'Yoshihiko' 2011
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- July 8, 2011
- Last Aired
- December 23, 2016
- Format
- 3 seasons · 35 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~17.5 hours (30 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E1 "In Which the Sword Falls Out of the Stone" (★ 10/10)
- Created By
- Yuichi Fukuda
- Network
- TV Tokyo
- Where to Stream
- Disney Plus, Hulu, U-NEXT
What is The Brave 'Yoshihiko'?
The Brave 'Yoshihiko' is a television series first released in 2011. Catalogued under Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Comedy.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2011
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 35
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 8, 2011
- Last aired
- Dec 23, 2016
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- TV Tokyo
- Genres
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.6/10 from 25 votes
- Format
- 3 seasons · 35 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~30 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- TV Tokyo
Where to watch in Japan
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 35 episodes and an average 30-minute runtime.
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Overview
The Brave 'Yoshihiko' is a television series first released in 2011. Catalogued under Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by TV Tokyo. Current status: Ended. Spans 3 seasons and 35 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“A young hero embarks on a quest to cure a deadly plague and find his missing father.”
- Ancient forest setting creates a unique backdrop
- Blend of sci‑fi, fantasy, and comedy
- Personal hero’s journey adds emotional stakes
- Comedy tone may not satisfy viewers seeking serious drama
Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted fantasy adventures with a heroic quest.
The series is PG‑rated, delivering family‑friendly comedy and fantasy without graphic violence.
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Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 In Which the Sword Falls Out of the Stone Mytharc Jul 8, 2011
- E2 In Which Hideous is Used Too Much Core Jul 15, 2011
- E3 In Which Hisa Gains a Boyfriend Core Jul 22, 2011
- E4 In Which Yoshihiko Basically Dies Twice Core Jul 29, 2011
- E5 In Which Tumblr's Gifset Makes Sense Core Aug 5, 2011
- E6 In Which the Poop Looks Like Chocolate Cream Core Aug 12, 2011
- E7 In Which Merebu-san is Only Worth 5 Gold Core Aug 19, 2011
- E8 In Which Teen Idolship is Threatened Core Aug 26, 2011
- E9 In Which Merebu-san Learns Crickle Core Sep 2, 2011
- E10 In Which Murasaki Secretly Proclaims Her Love Core Sep 9, 2011
- E11 In Which You Should Never Fall in Love with a Maid Mytharc Sep 16, 2011
- E12 In Which It Ends Mytharc Sep 23, 2011
Season 2 · 11 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →- E1 In Which There Were Only Two Save Points Mytharc Oct 12, 2012
- E2 In Which the Mirror is Useless Core Oct 19, 2012
- E3 In Which Only the Young One Looks Passable Core Oct 26, 2012
- E4 In Which Shiroiko is Super Cute Core Nov 2, 2012
- E5 In Which Yoshihiko is Attracted to Wells Core Nov 9, 2012
- E6 In Which Master Roshi Makes an Appearance Core Nov 16, 2012
- E7 In Which Monsters Make Better Heroes Core Nov 23, 2012
- E8 Episode 8 Core Nov 30, 2012
- E9 Episode 9 Core Dec 7, 2012
- E10 Episode 10 Mytharc Dec 14, 2012
- E11 Episode 11 Mytharc Dec 21, 2012
Season 3 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 3 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Oct 7, 2016
- E2 Episode 2 Core Oct 14, 2016
- E3 Episode 3 Core Oct 21, 2016
- E4 Episode 4 Core Oct 28, 2016
- E5 Episode 5 Core Nov 4, 2016
- E6 Episode 6 Core Nov 11, 2016
- E7 Episode 7 Core Nov 18, 2016
- E8 Episode 8 Core Nov 25, 2016
- E9 Episode 9 Core Dec 2, 2016
- E10 Episode 10 Core Dec 9, 2016
- E11 Episode 11 Mytharc Dec 16, 2016
- E12 Episode 12 Mytharc Dec 23, 2016
Frequently asked questions
What is the central goal of Yoshihiko?
He aims to retrieve a legendary plant that can cure the plague and rescue his missing father.
What time period does the story take place in?
It is set in an ancient era when the entire country is covered in dense forests.
Which genres describe the series?
The show combines sci‑fi, fantasy, and comedy elements.
Is the series appropriate for younger audiences?
Yes, it carries a PG rating and contains no graphic content.
What triggers the hero’s journey?
A mysterious plague causing widespread deaths prompts Yoshihiko to become the chosen hero.
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