Japanese TV Ratings and New Series Inspired by Anpanman

Popular TV Ratings This Week

Here's a quick look at how some of Japan's favorite shows performed in recent ratings:

• Sazae-san (Fuji TV) aired on July 27 and achieved a 5.9% household rating.
• Detective Conan (NTV) on July 26 scored 4.9%.
• Chibi Maruko-chan (Fuji TV) on July 27 reached 4.2%.
• You and Idol Precure♪ (TV Asahi), a new live-action series inspired by Anpanman, aired on July 27 at 8:30 a.m. and garnered a 2.8% rating.
• Other notable shows include One Piece, Yaiba: Samurai Legend, and Gachiakuta, with ratings ranging from 2.4% to 2.7%.

Note: These ratings estimate the percentage of households in Japan's Kanto region watching each program, based on household surveys. They do not include recordings watched later.

Source: Video Research

New Live-Action Series Inspired by Anpanman

A recent episode of Anpan aired on July 25 at 8:00 a.m., earning a solid 17.0% rating, with a rerun on July 21 at 12:45 p.m. earning 6.7%. This series is part of NHK's long-standing Renzoku Terebi Shōsetsu franchise, which has been captivating audiences for over six decades.

What’s new?

• A live-action weekday morning series inspired by the life story of Anpanman manga creator Takashi Yanase and his wife Nobuo Komatsu.
• This series aims to bring a fresh perspective to the beloved franchise, blending real-life stories with the charm of the classic characters.

About the Renzoku Terebi Shōsetsu Franchise

This franchise, also known as Asadora or Morning Drama, continues to be a staple of Japanese television, showcasing inspiring stories and cultural themes that resonate with viewers across generations.

Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting new series and other popular programs in Japan!