📖 SYNOPSIS
"Chibi Maruko-chan" centers on Momoko Sakura, an elementary school student known as "Chibi Maruko-chan" due to her small stature. She enjoys manga and idol Momoe Yamaguchi. The anime is set in a small town where Maruko lives with her parents, grandparents, and older sister. At school, she spends her days studying and playing with her classmates. Her close friends include Tama-chan, the student committee members Maruo-kun and Migiwa-san, and the B-class trio: Hanawa-kun, Hamaji-Bu Taro, and Sekiguchi-kun. The series portrays the simple joys and everyday experiences of childhood, emphasizing the fun and enjoyable aspects of life.
🎬 EPISODE GUIDE
🎭 CHARACTERS
Momoko Sakura
A mischievous yet kind-hearted third-grader, often lazy but well-meaning.
Portrayed by Kikuchi Kokoro
Tamae Honami
Tama-chan, Maruko's intelligent best friend, often independent.
Portrayed by Watanabe Naoko
Chibi Maruko-chan Series
Movie · 1990 · Nippon Animation
Chibi Maruko-chan Movie
The sweetly obnoxious 9-year-old Maruko navigates the pressures of school, allowance dilemmas, and the antics of her classmates as the athletic meet draws near.
Movie · 1992 · Ajia-do
Chibi Maruko-chan: Watashi no Suki na Uta
Third-grader Momoko, inspired by her favorite song, befriends a university student artist while traveling to Shizuoka, finding mutual inspiration for their art contest entries.
TV · 1995 · Nippon Animation
Little Miss Maruko
A heartwarming anime series following the everyday life of a mischievous elementary school girl, Maruko Sakura, and her friends and family in 1960s Japan, filled with lighthearted predicaments and ingenuity.
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OVA · 1996
10-shuunen da yo! Chibi Maruko-chan
A special anime celebrating the 10th anniversary of the popular Chibi Maruko-chan series.
Movie · 2015 · Nippon Animation
Chibi Maruko-chan Movie: Italia kara Kita Shounen
"Chibi Maruko-chan" follows the everyday adventures of a young elementary school student and her friends, celebrating the simple joys of life in a heartwarming and enjoyable way.
Movie · 2019
Planetarium Chibi Maruko-chan: Soredemo Chikyuu wa Mawatteiru
A Planetarium Chibi Maruko-chan movie where the familiar characters embark on a cosmic adventure.
OVA
Yuukai Tsuresari ni Awanai
Aimed at young children, this OVA series teaches crucial safety measures to protect against kidnapping attempts.
OVA
Chibi Maruko-chan: Hi no Youjin
After a nearby house fire, the ever-curious Chibi Maruko-chan investigates fire safety and precautions in this educational disaster prevention animation.
OVA
Chibi Maruko-chan: Jishin wo Kangaeru
This educational OVA episode of Chibi Maruko-chan focuses on teaching earthquake safety techniques and preparedness, featuring Maruko and her friends.
OVA
Jibun de Jibun wo Mamoru
This OVA, "Jibun de Jibun wo Mamoru," teaches higher elementary school children essential self-defense skills to protect themselves from potential kidnappers.
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