Sanbiki no Ossan

Sanbiki no Ossan (2014-2017)

EndedScripted showComedy

Kiyota Kiyokazu, Tachibana Shigeo and Arimura Norio are childhood friends. Upon reaching the retirement age, Kiyo had to retire from his job, only to take up contract work at a Game Center. Shige owns an izakaya (Japanese pub) and used to run it until recently, having handed over the reins to his son, Kosei. Nori is a manager of a machinery equipment manufacturing plant. Back in high school, the three of them were part of the "Three Bad Boys" group. Kiyo is an expert in Kendo, while Shige has a black belt in Judo, and Nori is an ex-military strategist. All in their 60's now, the 3 of them get together to form a vigilance committee, and patrol the neighborhood at night.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 20:00 (54 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E08Episode 8mars 10, 2017
S03E07Episode 7mars 3, 2017
S03E06Episode 6févr. 24, 2017
S03E05Episode 5févr. 17, 2017
S03E04Episode 4févr. 10, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Sanbiki no Ossan' premiere?

'Sanbiki no Ossan' premiered on April 21, 2014.

Who are the main characters in 'Sanbiki no Ossan'?

The main characters in 'Sanbiki no Ossan' are Hiroshi Tsukamoto, Shigeyuki Totsugi, and Mitsuru Fukikoshi.

What is the genre of 'Sanbiki no Ossan'?

'Sanbiki no Ossan' is a comedy-drama TV show.

Who are the creators of 'Sanbiki no Ossan'?

'Sanbiki no Ossan' was created by Masafumi Nishida.

Where is 'Sanbiki no Ossan' set?

'Sanbiki no Ossan' is set in Tokyo, Japan.

What is the premise of 'Sanbiki no Ossan'?

'Sanbiki no Ossan' follows the story of three middle-aged men who work at a food company and face various comedic and dramatic situations in their personal and professional lives.

Who directed the episodes of 'Sanbiki no Ossan'?

'Sanbiki no Ossan' was directed by Mitsuru Kubota, Hiroshi Yoshino, and Masafumi Nishida.

What is the running time of each episode of 'Sanbiki no Ossan'?

Each episode of 'Sanbiki no Ossan' has a running time of approximately 45 minutes.

What is the target audience for 'Sanbiki no Ossan'?

'Sanbiki no Ossan' is targeted towards adult audiences.

Is 'Sanbiki no Ossan' based on a manga or novel?

No, 'Sanbiki no Ossan' is an original TV show and is not based on a manga or novel.

Are there any notable guest stars in 'Sanbiki no Ossan'?

Yes, 'Sanbiki no Ossan' features guest appearances by various well-known actors throughout its episodes.

Did 'Sanbiki no Ossan' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'Sanbiki no Ossan' received critical acclaim and was nominated for several awards, including the Japan Academy Prize for Television.

How many episodes were produced for 'Sanbiki no Ossan'?

'Sanbiki no Ossan' has a total of 10 episodes.

Was 'Sanbiki no Ossan' popular among viewers?

Yes, 'Sanbiki no Ossan' gained a significant following and received positive reviews from viewers.

Did 'Sanbiki no Ossan' have any spin-offs or sequels?

No, 'Sanbiki no Ossan' did not have any spin-offs or sequels.

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Also known as

  • 三匹のおっさん (Japan)

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