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Synonyms: Usagi Drop
Japanese: γγγγγγγ
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Episodes:
11
Status:
Finished Airing
Aired:
Jul 8, 2011 to Sep 16, 2011
Broadcast:
Fridays at 00:45 (JST)
Duration:
22 min. per ep.
Rating:
PG-13 - Teens 13 or older
Statistics
Score:
8.321 (scored by 255241255,241 users)
Ranked:
#309 2
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Popularity:
#484
Members:
524,599
Favorites:
6,034
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Ranked #309Popularity #484Members 524,599 Daikichi Kawachi is a 30-year-old bachelor working a respectable job but otherwise wandering aimlessly through life. When his grandfather suddenly passes away, he returns to the family home to pay his respects. Upon arriving at the house, he meets a mysterious young girl named Rin who, to Daikichiβs astonishment, is his grandfather's illegitimate daughter!
The shy and unapproachable girl is deemed an embarrassment to the family, and finds herself ostracized by her father's relatives, all of them refusing to take care of her in the wake of his death. Daikichi, angered by their coldness toward Rin, announces that he will take her inβdespite the fact that he is a young, single man with no prior childcare experience.
Usagi Drop is the story of Daikichi's journey through fatherhood as he raises Rin with his gentle and affectionate nature, as well as an exploration of the warmth and interdependence that are at the heart of a happy, close-knit family.
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Mar 1, 2026
Usagi Drop might just be one of the best slice-of-life anime ever released. Through its lovable cast, it delivers a display of everything being a parent entails; from the sacrifices you have to make and the dilemmas you face to the happy moments you share with your children. This is the type of anime that will leave an impression on anyone who watches it; it is a must-watch for anime fans just finding out about it or those remembering its existence.
The narrative revolves around Daikichi, a 30-year-old man who decides to take care of his deceased grandfatherβs six-year-old child, Rin. It explores the challenges he
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faces, the sacrifices he makes, and the lessons he learns in order to become a father practically overnight. It doesn't try to lure you in with a complex story, but instead uses this semi-realistic scenario to produce countless heartwarming moments. It shows both the harsh reality of being a parent and the payoff that you ultimately receive. Being a slice-of-life, not much happens plot-wise; instead, the anime focuses on growing the relationships between Daikichi, Rin, and other characters, exploring central themes through them. However, the progression depicted is properly paced and develops in a natural way. Furthermore, each episode is exceptionally paced. I cannot think of a single moment where this show felt "boring," and all episodes held an equally high standard.
Where this anime shines is in its characters. The main duo, Rin and Daikichi, are both fantastically written. Rin acts exactly as you'd expect a child to act, yet still has a distinct and believable personality. It is also clear how her backstory, being raised by a grandpa who died, has impacted her actions and thoughts. Daikichi also acts in a way you'd expect an adult in his position to act. He worries about reasonable things, his actions seem well-thought-out, and his relationship with Rin develops realistically. All in all, these two make a compelling main cast. The side cast is fleshed out with characters who provide different perspectives on parenthood. Masako, Yukari, Hanako, Gotou, and many others all show different challenges and different ways to deal with them. Even though most of these characters received relatively little screen time, their motives, actions, and backstories felt naturally introduced without feeling rushed or incomplete. The character writing in this anime is exceptional and matched only by the very best.
The art is suitable, unique, and frankly beautiful. The anime has a hand-drawn, pencil-esque feel to it, adding to the comfortable and heartwarming atmosphere. The character design is naturally a part of this, where characters often have a rugged, asymmetrical, and imperfect look that adds to their realism. Rin's facial expressions are a huge part of her charm and are executed perfectly. The animation, like the rest of the production, maintains a high standard and looks fluid throughout the season.
Moving over to sound, it is good. This might be the only part of the anime as a whole that didn't blow me away, but it was still high-quality and deserves praise. First of all, the ambient noises and sounds really stood out in the first episode. It almost felt like I was there, though they didn't quite maintain that same exceptional standard as the show went on. The OST was not particularly memorable, but it did a great job of lifting the spirits of the series and added to the overall atmosphere in a meaningful way. The voice acting was frankly great. The way they make Rin and her friend Kouki sound like actual children baffles me. Like nobody could tell that isn't a child speaking! The rest of the voice actors did a great job of illustrating their respective characters as well.
I personally really enjoyed watching this. I went into it thinking it was going to be on the heavier side, but I was surprised by how cute and heartwarming it was. It was never a bore; I was constantly captivated by the sweet moments shared by the characters, the beautiful art, and the cheerful soundtrack. Honestly, I couldn't wait to watch more.
All in all, Usagi Drop is a show that will both make you really want to have kids and make it feel like the scariest thing in the world. Its honest and raw depiction of parenthood, coupled with exceptional character writing and fantastic art, makes it a must-watch for anime fans. As far as who I'd recommend it to: literally anyone. This is the type of show most people will enjoy, even non-anime viewers. I don't know if the entire manga was adapted, but it's been 15 years since the anime's original airing at the time of writing, so I doubt there'll be a second season. I might check out the manga, or Iβll just leave this story well-regarded as it is in my mind. In any case, Usagi Drop is going to stay with me for a long while.
Reviewerβs Rating: 9
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Feb 10, 2026
Usagi Drop is, and will always be one of my favorite animes. It explores the difficulties of being a single father, rushed into a situation that you have no prior knowledge of. Despite it all, Daichi chose that life. He chose to make the sacrifices. It made me think about the relationship I have with my own father, and how he may have struggled.
The anime is wholesome, and is perfect for when you're feeling down, or abandoned. Not everyone knows what it's like to be loved, and even fewer know what it's like to be chosen to be loved. Sometimes you simply forget, and need
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to be reminded that there are such people in your life already.
Do not read the manga beyond where the anime ends, because it ruins its own narrative in favor of the Mangaka's strange fantasies.
Reviewerβs Rating: 10
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Dec 12, 2025
Watch the anime and forget about something called manga -- or forget that this have any source material to begin with, think this is an anime original anime. And even studio wants their viewer believe that(I guess).
The anime is good, and it's recommended to watch
The above review text is enough(and with addition to the given summary in MAL), the below is a normal summary I gave which just a basic summary(or I can say it's just because MAL saying or pushing me that the above review text isn't enough and says to write more about the anime, So......)
Story begins when Daikichi Kawachi, a 30-year-old single
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bachelor, attends the funeral of his grandfather. It is there that he is unexpectedly introduced to a quiet, six-year-old girl named Rin Kaga, who is revealed to be his grandfather's illegitimate daughter from an unknown mother. And because of that the rest of the family views Rin as an embarrassment and debates sending her to an institution.
The anime is a charming, realistic(enough I guess), and often funny exploration of Daikichi's life as he transitions from a carefree bachelor to an unconventional single parent or a single father with responsibilities. It focuses on the day-to-day challenges of raising a young child, such as finding a balance between work and life, learning the true meaning of family, etc.
Reviewerβs Rating: 7
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