Yawara!

A high school girl yearning for a normal life is forced into the world of competitive Judo by her overbearing grandfather, who dreams of her Olympic glory.

CHARACTERS

Yawara Inokuma

Judo prodigy Yawara dreams of a normal life, balancing her grandfather's training with romantic aspirations.

Portrayed by Minaguchi Yuko

Jigorou Inokuma

Jigorou Inokuma: Judo master, 5-time champion, Yawara's demanding yet loving grandfather, and skilled bone setter.

Portrayed by Nagai Ichiro

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Madhouse

Season

Fall 1989

Start Date

1989-10-16

End Date

1992-09-21

Episodes

124

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