The Yakuza's Guide to Babysitting
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Status:
Ended -
Season 1:
Ended on September 22, 2022 -
Watched: 0%
0 of 12 Episodes
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Season: 1
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Jul 07, 2022 | ||
| E2 | Jul 14, 2022 | ||
| E3 | Jul 21, 2022 | ||
| E4 | Jul 28, 2022 | ||
| E5 | Aug 04, 2022 | ||
| E6 | Aug 11, 2022 | ||
| E7 | Aug 18, 2022 | ||
| E8 | Aug 25, 2022 | ||
| E9 | Sep 01, 2022 | ||
| E10 | Sep 08, 2022 | ||
| E11 | Sep 15, 2022 | ||
| E12 | Sep 22, 2022 |
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Why Watch:
"Discover how a "Demon" of the underworld found his humanity through the simple act of walking a child home from school."Series Analysis:
The Yakuza's Guide to Babysitting established a distinct space in the "slice-of-life" landscape by merging underworld grit with the purity of childhood. A highlight of the Tokyo MX lineup, the show followed Toru Kirishima’s evolution from a ruthless enforcer to a compassionate mentor for young Yaeka. Its lasting impact stems from its rejection of simple caricature, choosing instead to explore the complexities of duty and emotional growth. By humanizing characters typically relegated to action-heavy roles, it provided a blueprint for the "soft yakuza" subgenre that resonates with audiences today. The series remains a quiet powerhouse of character development and tonal balance. Set a calendar reminder for this title; in an era of unexpected reboots, you will want to stay informed about future spin-offs or production news.Tone: Reflective, scholarly, and appreciative. Last Updated: March 2026
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Network:
Tokyo MX -
Seasons:
1 -
Years:
2022 - 2022 -
Genre:
Comedy, Animation, Anime -
Rating:
TV-14