Hidamari Sketch

2007·Show
49Episodes in4Seasons·TV-PG
66
GoodGoodWatch score

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Hidamari Sketch fingerprint

Striking style, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle4
  • Fast Pace2
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Wholesome10
  • Hopefulness10
  • Coming of Age9

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Growing up, everyday modern life, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability9
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout characters and direction

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting7

Style

Standout visual style, cinematography, and score

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

Family Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

For years, Yuno has dreamed of attending Yamabuki Arts High School, but now that she's been accepted, it means the scary prospect of moving away from her home and family for the first time! Fortunately, Yuno quickly learns that if her new neighbors at the eclectic Hidamari (Sunshine) Apartments aren't technically family, at least the majority share the bond of being fellow art students. From second year students like Hiro and Sae, who try to behave like helpful older sisters (mostly successfully) to her hyperactive new neighbor, classmate and best friend Miyako (who has the scariest apartment ever) Yuno begins to build the support network she'll need for dealing with strange characters like her oddly masculine landlady, her cosplay obsessed home room teacher, her tooth-chattering principal and all of the other odd denizens who inhabit her chosen world of art.
Slice of Life AnimeWholesome & CozyArt School LifeGentle HumorCharacter-DrivenEveryday CharmComfort WatchHopeful & OptimisticVisually Appealing

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Hidamari Sketch

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Where can I stream Hidamari Sketch legally?

Hidamari Sketch is included with a subscription to HiDive in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Hidamari Sketch worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Hidamari Sketch rated?

TV-PG

It's rated TV-PG in the United States.

How many seasons does Hidamari Sketch have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 49 episodes.

When did Hidamari Sketch air?

It ran from 2007 to 2012 and has ended.

What language is Hidamari Sketch in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Hidamari Sketch?

3CAJPUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Hidamari Sketch in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Hidamari Sketch use?

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TV Tropes lists 147 storytelling tropes for Hidamari Sketch, including Curtains Match the Window, Novelization, 12-Episode Anime.

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