Chibi Maruko-chan (1990)
1990 · 3 seasons · Animation, Comedy
Meet Maruko, a sweet schoolgirl with a hefty dose of curiosity (and occasional laziness!). She sails through life in a cozy town alongside her loving parents, grandparents, and sister. Maruko has a band of loyal friends, including her closest pal, Tama-chan, but her playful and doting grandpa is at the heart of it all. Life is never dull in this charming series.
Starring TARAKO, Yuko Mizutani, Yusaku Yara, Teiyu Ichiryusai and Takeshi Aono.
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