Handa-kun
はんだくん
“Everyone loves him...but him.”
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About
Set six years prior to the events of Barakamon, detailing the life of Seishuu Handa as a high school student—and a very interesting life it is. In Handa-kun, Seishuu Handa is admired by his peers as a calligraphy genius and given the utmost respect, but Handa-kun himself is under the mistaken impression that the deference and attention he receives from the other students is actually bullying. Handa just wants to live a quiet life, but hilarity ensues as one character after another challenges his position as the school idol, and somehow comes away as a fan all while Handa is horrified and clueless.
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Season 1
Handa-kun and a Girl's Friendship
High-school student Handa Sei is well-liked and highly regarded -- except in his own mind.
Handa-kun and the Continuation of Episode 1 | Handa-kun and the Chairperson | Handa-kun and the Model
As likeable as Handa is, his negative outlook leads to mixed results in his encounters with various students.
Handa-kun and the Truant | Handa-kun and Cooking Class | Handa-kun and His Friend
Handa's daily antics inspire even more students to embrace him as a treasured friend -- unfortunately, without him realizing it.
Handa-kun and Handa-kun? | Handa-kun and a Girl's Jealousy | Handa-kun and Sociability
Handa-kun has proven that he has an unusual charm attracting various people to him, including those he may not want to be associated with...
Handa-kun and the Student Council | Handa-kun and Memory Loss
Despite his best efforts, Handa continues to get involved in the most bizarre situations. This time, his misadventures end up affecting his memory.
Handa-kun and His Friend's Friend | Handa-kun and Dash Higashino | Handa-kun and Palmistry
Kawafuji decides to introduce Handa to his friend, but as usual, Handa's knack for misinterpretation turns the entire situation on its head.
Handa-kun and the Supplementary Exam | Handa-kun and the Library
Sadly, the Handa Force has two members who need to take the supplementary exam. What they don't realize is that Handa himself is in the same boat.
Handa-kun and the School Trip
The school trip becomes an unforgettable experience for Handa and the Handa Force when they encounter Ichimiya and his gang from Shiro High.
Where does Handa-kun rank today?
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Stream Handa-kun online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed animation and comedy series originally produced in Japanese and released in 2016, it's earned a solid 8.0/10 from 131 viewers worldwide.
About Handa-kun
“Everyone loves him...but him.”
Set six years prior to the events of Barakamon, detailing the life of Seishuu Handa as a high school student—and a very interesting life it is. In Handa-kun, Seishuu Handa is admired by his peers as a calligraphy genius and given the utmost respect, but Handa-kun himself is under the mistaken impression that the deference and attention he receives from the other students is actually bullying. Handa just wants to live a quiet life, but hilarity ensues as one character after another challenges his position as the school idol, and somehow comes away as a fan all while Handa is horrified and clueless. Across 1 season and 12 episodes, originally airing on BS-TBS.
Handa-kun Cast and Characters
The cast features Yuya Hirose (as Junichi Aizawa (voice)), Nobunaga Shimazaki (as Seishuu Handa (voice)), Kazuyuki Okitsu (as Takao Kawafuji (voice)), Tetsuya Kakihara (as Reo Nikaidou (voice)), and Daiki Yamashita (as Yukio Kondou (voice)). Their performances are a major reason Handa-kun has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Handa-kun Online
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There's a reason Handa-kun keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. 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 Handa-kun
Where can I watch Handa-kun online for free?
You can watch Handa-kun online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does Handa-kun have?
Handa-kun has 12 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Handa-kun good? What's the rating?
Handa-kun holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 131 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Handa-kun?
The main cast includes Yuya Hirose, Nobunaga Shimazaki, Kazuyuki Okitsu, and Tetsuya Kakihara, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Handa-kun available in Japanese?
Yes — Handa-kun 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 Handa-kun released?
Handa-kun first aired in 2016.
Do I need an account to watch Handa-kun on Bowood.TV?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Handa-kun for free?
You can watch Handa-kun 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 Handa-kun have?
Handa-kun 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 Handa-kun about?
Set six years prior to the events of Barakamon, detailing the life of Seishuu Handa as a high school student—and a very interesting life it is. In Handa-kun, Seishuu Handa is admired by his peers as a calligraphy genius and given the utmost respect, but Handa-kun himself is under the mistaken impression that the def… It belongs to the Animation, Comedy genres.
In which language is Handa-kun originally available?
Handa-kun 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 Handa-kun first released?
Handa-kun first premiered on July 8, 2016 (2016). The series has since concluded its run.
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