Taro the Dragon Boy

In this animated feature inspired by Japanese art, young Taro embarks on a perilous journey to a distant lake to rescue his mother, transformed into a dragon.

CHARACTERS

Taro Tatsunoko

Taro Tatsunoko: A spirited mountain village boy; always exclaims, 'Yoisho!'

Portrayed by Kato Junya

Aya

Aya, a flute-playing girl, aids Taro on his adventurous quest.

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Toei Animation

Season

Spring 1979

Start Date

1979-03-17

End Date

1979-03-17

Episodes

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