

Barakamon
After punching a famous curator in the face for criticizing his work as "textbook and lifeless," Handa Seishuu is sent to Gotō Island to calm his nerves and find new inspiration for his calligraphy. Growing up in the city all his life, though, Handa must adapt to country life while meeting an assortment of quirky people during his tenure.
Where to watch Barakamon in United States
Click a service to open Barakamon there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Barakamon streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store |
| India | Crunchyroll, Sony Liv, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | — |
| United Kingdom | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | — |
| Canada | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | — |
| Germany | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | — |
| France | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | — |
| Spain | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | — |
| Brazil | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | — |
| Japan | Hulu, U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel, dAnime Amazon Channel | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
About Barakamon
Barakamon is a 2014 Japanese-language animation and comedy series. The cast is led by Daisuke Ono, Suzuko Hara. It spans 1 season and 12 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 8.0/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel.
Barakamon was produced by Nippon Television Network Corporation, Kinema Citrus, and VAP and made in Japan. It was first aired on July 5, 2014, and carries a TV-PG certification.
- First aired
- July 5, 2014
- Last aired
- September 27, 2014
- Original language
- Japanese
- Age rating
- TV-PG
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 (12 episodes)
- Network
- Nippon TV
- Country
- Japan
- Production
- Nippon Television Network Corporation, Kinema Citrus, VAP
Barakamon cast & crew
The cast features Daisuke Ono as Sei 'Seishu' Handa (voice) and Suzuko Hara as Naru Kotoishi (voice).
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Kenji Kawai, cinematography is by Yu Wakabayashi, and it was produced by Mutsumi Fukushi and Manabu Tamura.
Is Barakamon worth watching?
Barakamon holds an audience score of 8.0/10 from 148 ratings, ranking it among the most acclaimed animation series.
With 1 season and 12 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.
If you enjoy animation and comedy, Barakamon is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Barakamon
In United States, you can stream Barakamon on Crunchyroll and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, or rent and buy it on Apple TV Store. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Barakamon

Daisuke Ono
Sei 'Seishu' Handa (voice)

Suzuko Hara
Naru Kotoishi (voice)
Barakamon — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Barakamon in United States?
Barakamon is streaming on Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel in United States.
▸Is Barakamon on Crunchyroll?
Yes — Barakamon is currently available on Crunchyroll in United States.
▸What language is Barakamon in?
Barakamon is originally in Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Barakamon are there?
Barakamon has 1 season with 12 episodes in total.
▸What is Barakamon rated?
Barakamon is rated TV-PG. It holds a 8.0/10 audience score from 148 ratings.











