Is the TV show Chibi Maruko-chan available on Netflix, Disney+, Prime or Apple TV+?

At Stream Tracker, I’m here to help you find where Maruko’s small-town adventures are streaming. Chibi Maruko-chan (1990) follows the sweet, sometimes lazy elementary schoolgirl Maruko as she navigates homework hiccups, lunchbox gossip, classroom mischief and cozy days with her doting grandpa and best mate Tama-chan. This gentle slice-of-life classic — full of family moments, neighborhood misadventures and schoolyard laughs — has been widely acclaimed in Japan and has earned several awards. In the article below, I’ll check whether Maruko’s nostalgic episodes are available on Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video or Apple TV+.

Synopsis

Maruko is an inquisitive schoolgirl—sometimes a little lazy, always kind—who lives in a warm, close-knit town with her loving parents, doting grandparents, and spirited sister. Surrounded by a loyal group of friends, including her best companion Tama-chan, she turns everyday moments into gentle adventures, with her mischievous, affectionate grandfather at the heart of the family. Everyday life sparkles with humor and heart in this charming series.

Release date

1990

Seasons / Episodes

2s / 1629ep

Total duration

678h 45min

Rating

Country

Japon

Genre(s)

Animation, Comédie, Famille

Cast

Kei Tomiyama Nobuo Tobita Junko Iwao Yuko Sasaki Masami Kikuchi Takeshi Aono Keiko Yamamoto