Tensai Bakabon

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📖 SYNOPSIS

"Tensai Bakabon" centers on the adventures of Bakabon, a child prodigy, and his father, a man with his own unique, "philosophical" approach to life. Papa Bakabon is on a constant quest for answers, leaving no stone unturned in his pursuit of knowledge. Surprisingly, despite his knack for causing trouble, Papa Bakabon is considered "The Great Philosopher" and is often sought out for his wisdom. However, his advice invariably leads to disastrous outcomes. Bakabon joins his father in these philosophical endeavors, resulting in a series of chaotic events that drive the people in their town to the brink of insanity. The anime explores themes of unconventional wisdom and the consequences of pursuing knowledge in a humorous and unpredictable manner.

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🎭 CHARACTERS

Bakabon no Papa

Bakabon's bumbling, yet iconic, father, known for his catchphrase "Kore de ii no da" and octopus-loving antics.

Portrayed by Furuta Arata, Amenomori Masashi, Tomita Kousei

Rerere no Ojisan

Bald, noseless neighbor always sweeping, known for saying 'Rerere!' in confusion.

Portrayed by Chiba Shigeru, Ishida Akira, Saikachi Ryuuji

Bakabon no Mama

Bakabon's mother; a Kuroyuri graduate, she's a patient wife and mother despite her family's antics.

Portrayed by Masuyama Eiko, Noriko Hidaka

Bakabon

Mischievous yet kind boy, Bakabon shines shoes to buy his mom a gift, often forgoing pants under his kimono.

Portrayed by Yamamoto Keiko, Irino Miyu, Megumi Hayashibara, Kamei Yoshiko

Hajime-chan

Hajime-chan, Bakabon's child prodigy brother, grasps complex theories from birth.

Portrayed by Sakamoto Chika, Nonaka Ai, Suzuki Akiko, Sasuga Takako

Studio

N/A

Season

Fall 1971

Start Date

1971-09-24

End Date

1972-06-23

Episodes

40

Type

TV

Tensai Bakabon

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