Nekonade
ネコナデ
“Work-oriented manager finds comfort for the first time when he finds a kitten.”
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About
Taro Onizuka is a 45-year-old businessman who is at the head of the human resources department. Highly disciplined at work and home, and tasked with cold-bloodedly laying off employees, his life changes when he finds a kitten.
Cast
Shigemitsu Ogi
as Taro Onizuka
Mina Shimizu
as Yamada Asami
Yorie Yamashita
as Onizuka Sumiko
Koki Ogawa
as Onizuka Taichiro
Chisun
as Kanai Kyoko
Takeshi Yamamoto
as Sendo Koji
Hideo Sakaki
as Kinoshita Mitsuru
Daisuke Nagakura
as Yagishita Shinji
Toru Minegishi
as Ryuzaki Masataro
Naozumi Takahashi
as Ichimura Kagetora
Meika Kitagawa
as Minagawa Kamome
Shun Sugata
as Ishiguro
Misaki Momose
as
Sayaka Fukita
as
Seasons
Episodes
Season 1
The Man Who Doesn't Feel Lonely
Onizuka Taro, the cold-hearted head of HR, is feared by all for his ruthless layoffs. After another tough day of dismissals, Onizuka rests in a park, where he encounters a box of abandoned kittens.
Uncertainty is the Signal for a New Start
Onizuka wonders why has he become so captivated by the kitten. As a new training program for fresh recruits begins, he speaks harshly to the group, drawing resentment. On his way home, rain begins to fall, and Onitsuka finds himself rushing back to the park, wondering about the kitten. When he arrives, he hears a faint "meow" and discovers a trembling, rain-soaked kitten in the box. Before he knows it, he's holding it in his arms.
Life's Puzzle Starts to Make Sense Far Down the Road
Onizuka struggles to secretly care for the kitten, Tora, at home, with little knowledge of how to raise a cat. After learning from Kyoko about an available room in a weekly rental apartment, he decides to keep the kitten there. Balancing work, home, and visits to the apartment, he cares for Tora using online research. Even during training sessions, his mind is preoccupied with the kitten. One day, when he arrives at the apartment, Tora, who usually greets him, is nowhere to be found—he spots the kitten collapsed on the floor.
Something Known as Healing
In the company cafeteria, a former employee pours miso soup on Onizuka's head in revenge for being laid off, while Kyoko silently offers him a handkerchief. During a product presentation, Onizuka's mind drifts, preoccupied with layoffs, the trainees, and his kitten, Tora.
How Much Do You Earn Per Minute?
Midway through the training, Onizuka Taro's tough demeanor has, for better or worse, unified the trainees. Onizuka requests to use the surveillance robot from the development team for training. Longing to see his kitten, Tora, he sneaks to the weekly rental apartment during lunch to set up the robot, but struggles with it and ends up running late.
Place to Hide Treasure
With just a week left before his rental apartment expires, Onizuka reflects on Tora’s future while cleaning up the kitten’s room. As he leaves with a garbage bag, he unexpectedly runs into Asami, who notices an empty cat food can in the trash. Onizuka continues monitoring Tora through the robot, but one day, the kitten is missing from the screen. Panicked, he rushes to the apartment, only to find it completely empty.
The Age Where It's Hard to Admit What You Don't Understand
After completing another round of layoffs, Onizuka Taro becomes increasingly attached to watching Tora, hiding his obsession from Kyoko. During a meeting, a new product that allows mobile monitoring catches his interest, letting him check on Tora anytime. Excited, he borrows a prototype from Kinoshita in development. Upon arriving at Tora’s room, Onizuka finds a flea brush he doesn’t recognize. When he uses it on Tora, the kitten responds affectionately. Confused, Onizuka wonders who’s been secretly caring for Tora.
Discovering How Surprisingly Low Your Boundaries Are
Onizuka Taro takes his family fishing over the weekend, but his children notice him checking on Tora through his phone. Mistaking it for a game, they excitedly ask to see, assuming their dad is playing a cat-raising game like they do. Feeling a bit proud, Onizuka indulges them. His child then suggests that having two cats would reduce stress, sparking Onizuka's curiosity. Later, he takes Tora to the vet, where a chubby woman with a dog sits next to him, smiling warmly and introducing her dog to Tora, before awkwardly laughing at Onizuka.
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Stream Nekonade online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed drama series originally produced in Japanese and released in 2008, it's earned a solid 8.0/10 from 2 viewers worldwide.
About Nekonade
“Work-oriented manager finds comfort for the first time when he finds a kitten.”
Taro Onizuka is a 45-year-old businessman who is at the head of the human resources department. Highly disciplined at work and home, and tasked with cold-bloodedly laying off employees, his life changes when he finds a kitten. Across 1 season and 12 episodes.
Nekonade Cast and Characters
The cast features Shigemitsu Ogi (as Taro Onizuka), Mina Shimizu (as Yamada Asami), Yorie Yamashita (as Onizuka Sumiko), Koki Ogawa (as Onizuka Taichiro), and Chisun (as Kanai Kyoko). Their performances are a major reason Nekonade has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Nekonade NowWhy People Are Watching Nekonade
There's a reason Nekonade keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nekonade
Where can I watch Nekonade online for free?
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How many episodes does Nekonade have?
Nekonade has 12 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Nekonade good? What's the rating?
Nekonade holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 2 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Nekonade?
The main cast includes Shigemitsu Ogi, Mina Shimizu, Yorie Yamashita, and Koki Ogawa, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Nekonade available in Japanese?
Yes — Nekonade was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Nekonade released?
Nekonade first aired in 2008.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Nekonade for free?
You can watch Nekonade online for free on Bowood.TV. All 12 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Nekonade have?
Nekonade currently has 1 season and a total of 12 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Nekonade about?
Taro Onizuka is a 45-year-old businessman who is at the head of the human resources department. Highly disciplined at work and home, and tasked with cold-bloodedly laying off employees, his life changes when he finds a kitten. It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is Nekonade originally available?
Nekonade was originally produced in JA. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original JA audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Nekonade first released?
Nekonade first premiered on January 6, 2008 (2008). The series has since concluded its run.
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