10/02/2002 - 03/26/2003 Finished
Hanada Shounen-shi (花田少年史)
Ichiro Hanada is a hyperactive little boy who lives with his parents, sister, and grandfather in a rural town. He is always up to some kind of mischief, often teasing his sister or making rude comments to others. Consequently, his mother constantly scolds him, and even the neighbours express disturbance from time to time on how rowdy he can be. One day, after pulling a terrible prank, Ichiro sprints onto the streets as his mother chases him. He steals a nearby bicycle and takes on a dangerous route, eventually being hit by a truck. Miraculously, he survives the crash, requiring nine stitches to the back of his head and balding for the surgery. However, the near-death experience gains him the ability to see ghosts—the last thing he needs in his life. Since Ichiro is the only one who can communicate with them, several ghosts of people who have recently died come to him, seeking help to fulfill their last wishes before achieving enlightenment. Each adventure with a ghost leaves the young and curious boy with a different lesson that gradually makes him wiser.
25
Total episodes
25
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 25 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Hanada Shounen-shi has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Hanada Shounen-shi doesn't have a single filler episode: all 25 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 25 episodes of Hanada Shounen-shi aired in 2002–2003 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Hanada Shounen-shi is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 25 without detours. If you came looking for which Hanada Shounen-shi episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
25 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The beginning of it all10/02/2002 | 10/02/2002 | Canon |
| 2 | The plea of Yukie's ghost10/09/2002 | 10/09/2002 | Canon |
| 3 | Hanada Jiro10/16/2002 | 10/16/2002 | Canon |
| 4 | The house of blooming sunflowers10/23/2002 | 10/23/2002 | Canon |
| 5 | Old man penis10/30/2002 | 10/30/2002 | Canon |
| 6 | Kei-chan11/06/2002 | 11/06/2002 | Canon |
| 7 | Pork chops11/13/2002 | 11/13/2002 | Canon |
| 8 | Crying at the breast11/20/2002 | 11/20/2002 | Canon |
| 9 | Madame Catherine11/27/2002 | 11/27/2002 | Canon |
| 10 | Family12/04/2002 | 12/04/2002 | Canon |
| 11 | The biggest crisis of my life12/11/2002 | 12/11/2002 | Canon |
| 12 | Something precious12/18/2002 | 12/18/2002 | Canon |
| 13 | A Partner After 13 Years12/25/2002 | 12/25/2002 | Canon |
| 14 | Amanojaku01/08/2003 | 01/08/2003 | Canon |
| 15 | Gonpachi01/15/2003 | 01/15/2003 | Canon |
| 16 | Hana-san01/22/2003 | 01/22/2003 | Canon |
| 17 | The ghost under the cherry tree01/29/2003 | 01/29/2003 | Canon |
| 18 | Promise02/05/2003 | 02/05/2003 | Canon |
| 19 | The first melon of the harvest02/12/2003 | 02/12/2003 | Canon |
| 20 | Christmas present02/19/2003 | 02/19/2003 | Canon |
| 21 | On a Snowy Night02/26/2003 | 02/26/2003 | Canon |
| 22 | Rinko03/05/2003 | 03/05/2003 | Canon |
| 23 | Evening chores03/12/2003 | 03/12/2003 | Canon |
| 24 | Mother and Child Saint Protector03/19/2003 | 03/19/2003 | Canon |
| 25 | Dogtooth violet flowers03/26/2003 | 03/26/2003 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Hanada Shounen-shi have?
Hanada Shounen-shi has a total of 1 season. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Hanada Shounen-shi have?
In total, Hanada Shounen-shi has 25 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Hanada Shounen-shi?
It is recommended to watch Hanada Shounen-shi in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Hanada Shounen-shi online?
Hanada Shounen-shi is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Hanada Shounen-shi a complete anime?
Yes, Hanada Shounen-shi is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Hanada Shounen-shi have?
No, Hanada Shounen-shi does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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