NANBAKA
ナンバカ
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Four men are assigned to Nanba, the world’s most formidable prison. Jyugo, a man who attempted to break out of prison and ended up extending his jail time; Uno, a man who likes to gamble with women; Rock, a man who likes to get into fights; and Nico, a man who likes anime. A super exciting action comedy about the daily lives of the prison’s inmates and guards.
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Season 1
Idiots With Numbers!
Jyugo, Uno, Nico and Rock make an attempt to escape, only to get caught by Hajime Sugoroku. The group later spends some time bugging Hajime and indulging in idle chat. The Warden, Momoko Hyakushiki, returns and discusses Jyugo with Hajime, telling him not to underestimate him.
The Inmates Are Stupid! The Guards Are Kind of Stupid, Too!
Hajime Sugoroku discusses the backstories of the four inmates of Cell 13 with the Warden.
Another Idiot Has Come!
Seitarou Tanabata has difficulty dealing with Cell 13 due to their persistent bullying and appeals to Hajime Sugoroku for help. Tsukumo, a repeat offender and escapee, is transferred to cell thirteen but moved to cell eleven after conspiring to break out with Jyugo. Meanwhile, Nanba Prison prepares for New Year's.
Happy New Year! The New Year's Tournament Is Where We Get Serious!
The New Year's Tournament kicks off, with Building 13's Cell 13 being chosen as one of the participates. The first round includes all guards and inmates, the second has Yamato Godai and Rock team up while Seitarou Tanabata and Uno team up for Round 3.
A Fraud and a Hero
Uno continues his match against Honey and Trois and ultimately wins. Hajime Sugoroku and Nico face against Samon Gokuu, Qi and Upa in the following Spinning-top round.
The Booster Episode
The final match of the New Year's Tournament begins; Kenshirou Yozakura & Musashi vs. Hajime Sugoroku & Jyugo. Hajime seems to be doing fine with his match, but Jyugo ends up in a bit of trouble against his opponent, whom he seems to have some history with.
It's a Surprisingly Sad Story
Sometime before the second round of the New Year's Tournament, Tsukumo is visited by Hanzou Hattori. During the visit, Tsukumo's past is revealed.
A Monster and a Gorilla
The battle between Jyugo and Musashi continues on as Jyugo goes berserk and let's loose his power after hearing Musashi mention the man that placed the shackles on him. The Warden orders the guards, Hajime Sugoroku, Kenshirou Yozakura, Samon Gokuu, and Kiji Mitsuba, to contain the two inmates.
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About NANBAKA
Four men are assigned to Nanba, the world’s most formidable prison. Jyugo, a man who attempted to break out of prison and ended up extending his jail time; Uno, a man who likes to gamble with women; Rock, a man who likes to get into fights; and Nico, a man who likes anime. A super exciting action comedy about the daily lives of the prison’s inmates and guards. Across 2 seasons and 25 episodes, originally airing on MBS.
NANBAKA Cast and Characters
The cast features Daiki Kobayashi (as Nico), Yuto Uemura (as Juugo), Tomokazu Seki (as Hajime Sugoroku), Tetsuya Kakihara (as Uno), and Airu Shiozaki (as Rock). Their performances are a major reason NANBAKA has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch NANBAKA NowWhy People Are Watching NANBAKA
NANBAKA flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently and action sequences that don't feel cheap. 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 NANBAKA
Where can I watch NANBAKA online for free?
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How many episodes does NANBAKA have?
NANBAKA has 25 episodes across 2 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is NANBAKA good? What's the rating?
NANBAKA holds a 5.8/10 rating based on 27 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of NANBAKA?
The main cast includes Daiki Kobayashi, Yuto Uemura, Tomokazu Seki, and Tetsuya Kakihara, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is NANBAKA available in Japanese?
Yes — NANBAKA 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 NANBAKA released?
NANBAKA first aired in 2016.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch NANBAKA for free?
You can watch NANBAKA online for free on Bowood.TV. All 25 episodes across 2 seasons 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 NANBAKA have?
NANBAKA currently has 2 seasons and a total of 25 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 NANBAKA about?
Four men are assigned to Nanba, the world’s most formidable prison. Jyugo, a man who attempted to break out of prison and ended up extending his jail time; Uno, a man who likes to gamble with women; Rock, a man who likes to get into fights; and Nico, a man who likes anime. A super exciting action comedy about the da… It belongs to the Animation, Comedy, Action & Adventure genres.
In which language is NANBAKA originally available?
NANBAKA 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 NANBAKA first released?
NANBAKA first premiered on October 5, 2016 (2016). The series has since concluded its run.
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