[Anime] For toddlers! A roundup of anime works to enjoy with your kids
There are plenty of wonderful anime that everyone can enjoy, from children to adults! Preschooler-focused anime are especially appealing for their easy-to-understand stories and distinctive characters.
Here, we’ll introduce a variety of anime, from recent hits to long-beloved classics.
They’re packed with elements that kids and adults can enjoy together, and even grown-ups can get hooked.
Why not take this opportunity to try something new? We hope you find a new favorite anime.
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[Anime] For Toddlers! A roundup of anime to enjoy with your kids (21–30)
Nintama Rantarō
The anime adaptation of the manga Rakudai Ninja Rantarō, titled Nintama Rantarō, began airing in 1993.
It’s likely an animation familiar to many teachers and parents.
The setting is the Sengoku period, and the story follows “Nintama,” young trainees striving to become ninjas.
The narrative features a cast of unique characters and swings between slapstick chaos and touching moments.
Although each episode is short, it’s a work that entertains while prompting reflection.
How about watching it with children and sharing your thoughts with each other?
Secret Catch
This is the story of Romy, a princess from a magical kingdom, who solves mysteries while searching for the Tinypins—fairies that have been scattered across Earth.
The world sparkles with fairies, keys, and magic, full of elements that especially capture girls’ hearts.
A cast of uniquely charming fairies appears, and the powers and roles hidden within each key are a highlight of the story.
Each episode brings new encounters and lessons, allowing viewers to naturally feel the importance of friendship, growth, and kindness.
It’s a captivating work that lets you enjoy the sensation of magic slipping into everyday life—sure to sweep you off your feet.
[Anime] For Toddlers! A Collection of Anime to Enjoy with Your Kids (31–40)
Detective Conan
Detective Conan began as a manga in 1994 and as an anime in 1996.
It’s a work loved across generations.
The stories, where a case occurs and the deductions build up, always leave you eager for the next part.
Many feature-length films have also been produced, so it’s great both for enjoying at the theater and for movie nights at home.
It’s exciting to see which characters the kids will like.
Although murders occur, the psychological portrayals are skillful, so it’s fine for children to watch.
Let’s enjoy the unfolding story together.
Chibi Godzilla Strikes Back
Starring Chibi Godzilla, this work depicts him not as a monster of destruction but spending a laid-back everyday life with his friends.
Its appeal lies in an easy-to-understand storyline for elementary schoolers and brisk, well-timed gags.
The humorous interactions with the surrounding kaiju mirror situations children experience in daily life, offering plenty of moments that are both funny and relatable.
Each episode runs about three minutes, so it stays engaging without dragging, and it’s a perfect gateway for those encountering the hugely popular Godzilla character for the first time.
Brimming with charm, it’s a work that can spark conversation when watched together by parents and children.
Ku-tan Kids TV
Ku-tan Kids TV is an educational YouTube channel designed for children ages 0–2.
The videos incorporate plenty of onomatopoeia—sound-symbolic words said to be effective for children’s physical and mental development.
Eye-catching, colorful animations spin, roll, and move in many ways, creating a captivating charm that draws kids in before they know it.
Through the videos’ variety of colors and sounds, children’s five senses are sure to be stimulated.
Be sure to check it out!
Butt Detective
Butt Detective is a popular anime series based on children’s books.
It follows the brilliant detective Butt Detective—whose face looks like a butt—as he teams up with his assistant Brown to solve tough cases.
A classic gag is that when they’re in danger, Butt Detective lets out a fart so smelly that people around him faint, which always gets laughs.
Kids love keywords like “butt” and “fart.” There’s also a game in the anime where you look for butt-shaped marks, with the answers revealed at the end, letting kids feel like detectives too.
Pon pon pororo
The Korean-born animated series “Pororo the Little Penguin” is a fun show filled with animal-led mishaps.
Pororo is a young penguin boy.
Set in a snowy land, he and his cheerful friends get into lively adventures every day.
Children will surely see their own friendships reflected in Pororo and his pals.
Even when the story is thrilling, it always ends with a sigh of relief.
It’s an animation you can enjoy with a flutter of excitement.
With such a colorful cast of characters, you’re sure to find a favorite.