Rilakkuma is a soft toy bear who showed up one day to live with an office worker named Kaoru. He spends his days lounging around the apartment. Although there's a zipper on his back, what's inside is a mystery. He loves pancakes, rice omelets, custard pudding and "dango" rice dumplings. His friends are Kaoru's pet bird Kiiroitori and a small white bear cub named Korilakkuma who also showed up out of the blue.
Rilakkuma and Kaoru has finished airing and it has 13 Episodes. It is also Known as: リラックマとカオルさん, Rilakkuma to Kaoru-san
Genres: Slice of Life , Kids , Anthropomorphism , Fantasy , Contemporary Fantasy
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Top 9 Anime Like Rilakkuma and Kaoru (Rilakkuma to Kaoru-san) [2024 List]
- 9. Shirokuma Cafe
- 8. Domo TV
- 7. Cheburashka
- 6. Zenryoku Usagi
- 5. Nekojiru Gekijou Jirujiru Original
- 4. Pokémon Concierge
- 3. 3-gatsu no Lion
- 2. Only Yesterday
- 1. Aggretsuko
9. Shirokuma Cafe
Situated near the local zoo and owned by the charismatic polar bear Shirokuma, Shirokuma Cafe is a popular spot for animals and humans alike, allowing them to sit back and relax after a hard day of work. Whether it's a cold beverage or the latest item on his menu, Shirokuma finds joy in being able to serve his customers, often striking up conversations about various subjects.
Together with the sarcastic Penguin and the clumsy Panda, they form an odd trio who get themselves caught up in all sorts of misadventures with their other friends such as Grizzly, a bar owner, and Sasako, a human who works at the cafe. From dealing with unrequited love, outdoor camping trips, karaoke sessions, and even the secret to brewing delicious coffee, there's always something bound to be happening in Shirokuma Cafe!
Polar Bear's Café has finished airing and it has 50 Episodes. It is also Known as: しろくまカフェ, Polar Bear Cafe, Shirokuma Café, Polar Bear Café
8. Domo TV
A co-production between Nickelodeon and NHK featuring the stop-motion character Domo-kun, aired both in the US and Japan.
Domo TV has finished airing and it has 26 Episodes. It is also Known as: どーもくん, Domo-kun TV
7. Cheburashka
The stop-motion animated film based on Russia's Cheburashka character.
Cheburashka has finished airing and it has 1 Episodes. It is also Known as: チェブラーシカ, Cheburashka
6. Zenryoku Usagi
Zenryoku Usagi are hardworking construction builders — who happen to be rabbits — with a simple motto: "Zenryoku+Dai-ichi" ("Give everything you've got and be #1.") The animated shorts were aired in Japan within the Chibi Ani Gekijō (Tiny Anime Theater) program on Friday or Saturday mornings, depending on the station. Ikeda and Media Factory have created two books and numerous spinoff goods featuring the characters.
Zenryoku Usagi has finished airing and it has 52 Episodes. It is also Known as: 全力ウサギ, Constructor Rabbit
5. Nekojiru Gekijou Jirujiru Original
Based on the comics by the late Nekojiru. Contains 23 animated shorts aired TV Asahi Network's show "Bokusho Mondai Boss Chara Ou." and 4 unbroadcast episodes.
Nekojiru Gekijou Jirujiru Original has finished airing and it has 27 Episodes. It is also Known as: ねこぢる劇場 ぢるぢるORIGINAL, Cat Soup Theater
4. Pokémon Concierge
Follow Haru, a worker at the Pokémon Resort, and Psyduck as they meet Pokémon and Trainers on vacation!
Pokémon Concierge has finished airing and it has 4 Episodes. It is also Known as: ポケモンコンシェルジュ, Pokémon Concierge
3. 3-gatsu no Lion
Rei Kiriyama is a 17-year-old boy who recently started living alone, financed by his salary as a professional Shogi player. Despite his independence, however, he's yet to mature emotionally, and his problems continue to haunt him in his daily life. His relationship with his adoptive family is strained, and he has difficulties interacting with his fellow high school students. Meanwhile, his professional career has entered a slump. Burdened with the heavy expectations placed on him as the fifth to become pro in middle school, his wins and losses are fluctuating as his record and progression into the ranks begin to stagnate.
Acquainted with Rei are the three Kawamoto sisters: Akari, Hinata, and Momo. Unlike Rei, they live happily in their modest home, which they warmly welcome Rei into as if he were one of their own. Despite his reservations about becoming too close to the family, he frequently visits, interacting with them and receiving the kind of care and affection he never quite had while under his foster home.
This is the story of Rei's triumphs and failures, relationships new and old, and his growth as a person.
March comes in like a lion has finished airing and it has 22 Episodes. It is also Known as: 3月のライオン, Sangatsu no Lion
2. Only Yesterday
Taeko Okajima is a typical "office lady" in a big company in a big city. When she takes a sabbatical to the countryside in Yamagata Prefecture, the hometown of her brother-in-law, the journey recalls her memory of her 5th-grade year. During her stay in Yamagata, she works hard and happily as a farmer and is surrounded by friendly relatives and villagers, bringing up more memories. Their hospitality makes her reconsider her choice of life.
Only Yesterday has finished airing and it has 1 Episodes. It is also Known as: Omoide Poroporo, おもひでぽろぽろ, Omohide Poro Poro, Omoide Poro-poro, Memories Like Falling Rain Drops, Memories Like Falling Teardrops, Memories of Teardrops, Memories of Yesterday
1. Aggretsuko
The series follows Retsuko, a red panda office worker who unleashes her frustrations with life via death metal karaoke.
Aggretsuko has finished airing and it has 10 Episodes. It is also Known as: Aggressive Retsuko (ONA), アグレッシブ烈子, Aggressive Retsuko (ONA)
