Handa-kun

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  • TV-14
  • 2016
  • 1 Season
  • 7.2  (1,056)

Handa-kun is a comedy anime series from 2016 that is based on the manga of the same name by Satsuki Yoshino. The show follows the daily high school life of Sei Handa, a talented calligrapher who is admired for his beautiful writing by his peers and teachers. Despite his abilities, Sei is incredibly socially awkward and paranoid about being disliked, leading him to misunderstand almost every interaction he has with his classmates.

The show is set in a high school in Japan where Sei Handa is an incredibly popular student due to his calligraphy skills. The series follows Sei as he deals with the daily struggles of high school life, from being constantly followed by fans and rumors spreading about him, to misunderstanding the intentions of the people around him.

One of Handa-kun's most distinct features is its unique art style. The animation is bright and colorful, with exaggerated facial expressions and character designs that make the series stand out from other anime shows. The humor in the series is often slapstick, with characters tripping or falling over in comedic fashion. The music is also upbeat and energizing, fitting the tone of the show perfectly.

The show's characters are a mix of familiar high school archetypes, such as the popular pretty girl, the delinquent, and the overzealous student council president. Each character interacts with Sei in their own unique way, with misunderstandings and hijinks constantly arising. However, as the series progresses, it becomes clear that many of Sei's classmates, despite their initial admiration, have more complex feelings towards him.

One of the most appealing aspects of Handa-kun is how relatable it is. While Sei's extreme social awkwardness and paranoia is taken to comedic extremes, many viewers will likely see parts of themselves in his struggles to fit in and be accepted. Additionally, the show's exploration of how perception can be wildly different from reality is an important lesson that viewers of all ages can appreciate.

The voice acting in Handa-kun is top-notch, with each actor perfectly capturing their character's personality and quirks. Nobunaga Shimazaki, who voices Sei Handa, does an excellent job of conveying the character's nervousness and confusion, making him an endearing protagonist. Patrick Seitz, who voices the delinquent character Kawafuji, also stands out, bringing a gruffness and snarkiness to the role that perfectly complements Sei's more soft-spoken personality. The English dub of the show, which was released shortly after the original Japanese version, is also well-done, with Erica Mendez's performance as Sei being particularly noteworthy.

Overall, Handa-kun is a must-watch for fans of comedy anime who are looking for a show that is both visually distinct and emotionally relatable. The show's unique characters, clever writing, and charming protagonist make it an enjoyable watch from beginning to end.

Handa-kun is a series that ran for 1 seasons (12 episodes) between July 8, 2016 and on

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Handa-kun and the Cultural Festival
12. Handa-kun and the Cultural Festival
September 23, 2016
High-school student Handa Sei is well-liked and highly regarded. As the school cultural festival comes to a close, Handa's world opens up before him.
Handa-kun and the Cultural Festival Preparations
11. Handa-kun and the Cultural Festival Preparations
September 16, 2016
Amidst preparations for the upcoming school cultural festival, Handa begins to gain a new perspective.
Handa-kun and the Average Guy
Handa-kun and the Bishoujo
10. Handa-kun and the Average Guy Handa-kun and the Bishoujo
September 9, 2016
Kondo's time to shine finally arrives, while Handa gets caught in a conversation with a bishoujo figure.
Handa-kun and the Frog Handa-kun and the Stalker
9. Handa-kun and the Frog Handa-kun and the Stalker
September 2, 2016
Handa's teacher plans to have his students dissect frogs, and Handa wants no part of it. But, as usual, Handa's feelings fail to come across.
Handa-kun and the School Trip
8. Handa-kun and the School Trip
August 26, 2016
The school trip becomes an unforgettable experience for Handa and the Handa Force when they encounter Ichimiya and his gang from Shiro High.
Handa-kun and the Supplementary Exam Handa-kun and the Library
7. Handa-kun and the Supplementary Exam Handa-kun and the Library
August 19, 2016
Sadly, the Handa Force has two members who need to take the supplementary exam. What they don't realize is that Handa himself is in the same boat.
Handa-kun and His Friend's Friend
Handa-kun and Dash Higashino
Handa-kun and Palmistry
6. Handa-kun and His Friend's Friend Handa-kun and Dash Higashino Handa-kun and Palmistry
August 12, 2016
Kawafuji decides to introduce Handa to his friend, but as usual, Handa's knack for misinterpretation turns the entire situation on its head.
Handa-kun and the Student Council
Handa-kun and Memory Loss
5. Handa-kun and the Student Council Handa-kun and Memory Loss
August 5, 2016
Despite his best efforts, Handa continues to get involved in the most bizarre situations. This time, his misadventures end up affecting his memory.
Handa-kun and Handa-kun?
Handa-kun and a Girl's Jealousy
Handa-kun and Sociability
4. Handa-kun and Handa-kun? Handa-kun and a Girl's Jealousy Handa-kun and Sociability
July 29, 2016
Handa-kun has proven that he has an unusual charm attracting various people to him, including those he may not want to be associated with...
Handa-kun and the Truant
Handa-kun and Cooking Class
Handa-kun and his Friend
3. Handa-kun and the Truant Handa-kun and Cooking Class Handa-kun and his Friend
July 22, 2016
Handa's daily antics inspire even more students to embrace him as a treasured friend -- unfortunately, without him realizing it.
Handa-kun and the Continuation of Episode 1 Handa-kun and the Chairperson
Handa-kun and the Model
2. Handa-kun and the Continuation of Episode 1 Handa-kun and the Chairperson Handa-kun and the Model
July 15, 2016
As likeable as Handa is, his negative outlook leads to mixed results in his encounters with various students.
Handa-kun and a Girl's Friendship
1. Handa-kun and a Girl's Friendship
July 8, 2016
High-school student Handa Sei is well-liked and highly regarded -- except in his own mind.
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Where to Watch Handa-kun
Handa-kun is available for streaming on the website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Handa-kun on demand at Amazon Prime and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    July 8, 2016
  • IMDB Rating
    7.2  (1,056)