Akiba-chan

Akiba-chan (2008)

EndedAnimation showComedy, Anime, Children

Akiba-chan is the name of the main character, a posable figurine. Her name refers to the otaku obsession with collecting anime figurines and other merchandise. She lives in an apartment house named Maison de Akiba. Four other girls share her easy-going, comic adventures. 

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E10Lilian-chan`s cooking plan!Aug 1, 2008
S01E09Let`s fight the cold with everyone!Aug 1, 2008
S01E08Mystery of the steam bath!Aug 1, 2008
S01E07Riki-chan vs the black guy!Aug 1, 2008
S01E06Otome-chan`s introduction to novel-writing!Aug 1, 2008
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Akiba-chan premiere?

Akiba-chan premiered on April 5, 2008.

Who is the main character of Akiba-chan?

The main character of Akiba-chan is Akiba-chan herself.

What is the genre of Akiba-chan?

Akiba-chan is a comedy TV show.

Where does the show take place?

The show takes place in Tokyo, Japan.

What is the premise of Akiba-chan?

The premise of Akiba-chan is that Akiba-chan is a girl who loves Akihabara and all the otaku culture it offers.

Who are some of the supporting characters in Akiba-chan?

Some of the supporting characters in Akiba-chan include Akiba-chan's best friend, Maiko, and a group of otaku guys who hang out at the local gaming arcade.

Is Akiba-chan a live-action or animated TV show?

Akiba-chan is a live-action TV show.

Who created Akiba-chan?

Akiba-chan was created by Takeshi Konuta and directed by Toshihiro Hirano.

What is the age rating for Akiba-chan?

The age rating for Akiba-chan is not specified.

How many episodes of Akiba-chan were produced?

A total of 10 episodes of Akiba-chan were produced.

What is the running time of each episode of Akiba-chan?

Each episode of Akiba-chan has a running time of approximately 23 minutes.

Was Akiba-chan popular in Japan?

It is unclear whether or not Akiba-chan was popular in Japan.

Does Akiba-chan have an English dub or subtitles?

There is no English dub or subtitles available for Akiba-chan.

Is Akiba-chan available on DVD or Blu-ray?

Yes, Akiba-chan is available on both DVD and Blu-ray.

Was Akiba-chan nominated for any awards?

There is no record of Akiba-chan being nominated for any awards.

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Also known as

  • アキバちゃん (Japan)

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