Barakamon

TV-PGUnited States rating201423 min episodesAnimation, Comedy
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TV-PG US
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A city-dwelling calligraphy artist moves to a rural island to find new inspiration after a heated confrontation with a critic. He learns to adapt to country life while getting to know the local residents. It is a gentle story about finding one's path and connecting with others.

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What's in it

Scary
None
Violence
Mild
Language
None
Rude humour
Mild
Sad themes
None
Pace
Gentle
The slice of life genre and iyashikei style result in a gentle and unhurried atmosphere with plenty of room to breathe. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.SomeThe protagonist punches a curator in the face during a confrontation.

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  1. 1How did the main character change after moving to the countryside?
  2. 2What did you think about the different people he met on the island?
  3. 3Why is it important to keep trying even when things are difficult?

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