Haruniwa Ie no 3 Nin-me

春庭家の3人目 / Haruba-Ke no Sanninme / Haruniwa Ie no Sanninme / The Third Child of Haruba Family / The Third Person of the Haruba House
Haruniwa Ie no 3 Nin-me
Genres: Comedy, Slice of Life, Supernatural
Studios: Toei Animation
Producers: TV Asahi
Rank: #18917
Popularity: #18391
Users Listed: 436
Users Scored: 54
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 01/31/2017
Aired: January 23, 1998 – March 26, 1998 (Winter)
Type: tv
Source: manga
Age Rating: G
Episodes: 45

Synopsis:

Set against a backdrop of familiar, old Japan, the series gently explores the everyday life of the Haruba family – a seemingly ordinary household comprised of three children. At the heart of this narrative is the youngest son, a character harboring a secret; he is a spirit navigating the world alongside his human siblings. The story unfolds with a quiet focus on familial bonds and the subtle ways in which the supernatural intertwines with the mundane. It’s a contemplative portrayal of childhood, memory, and belonging, emphasizing the delicate balance between the visible and the unseen. The anime presents a wistful atmosphere, inviting viewers to consider the meaning of family and identity within a world subtly touched by otherworldly presence.

Characters:

  • Gon (Main) - Voice Actors: Takeuchi, Junko
  • Kimchi (Main) - Voice Actors: Nagano, Ai
  • Risako (Main) - Voice Actors: Takada, Yumi
  • Daimaou (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Utsumi, Kenji
  • Mama (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Kawashima, Chiyoko
  • Maro (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Sakaguchi, Daisuke
  • Papa (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Yara, Yuusaku
  • Poron (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Nishihara, Kumiko
  • Sally (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Yamamoto, Yuriko
  • Sumire (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Honda, Chieko
  • Yoshiko (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Ichiryuusai, Teiyuu

Staff:

  • Honma, Osamu (Production Manager)
  • Nishizawa, Nobutaka (Planning)
  • Oonishi, Youichi (Animation Director, Character Design)
  • Oshima, Michiru (Music)