Usagi Drop (2011)

Kernel Score: 86% · 187 ratings

Genres: Animation, Drama

First aired: 2011-07-08

Seasons: 1 · 11 episodes

Where to watch Usagi Drop

Stream: Crunchyroll, Rakuten Viki
Free with ads: Retrocrush, Rakuten Viki, Cineverse, Tubi
Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

By force of circumstances, a 30-year-old single man with a full-time job suddenly starts raising a 6-year-old girl. While running each other ragged, the two of them gradually grow into a "family".

Usagi Drop parents' guide: ages 5+

Parents need to know that Usagi Drop is a gentle TV-G anime drama about a single man raising a young girl he adopts.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Cast

Ayu Matsuura as Rin Kaga (voice)
Hiroshi Tsuchida as Daikichi Kawachi (voice)

Usagi Drop FAQ

Is Usagi Drop good?

Usagi Drop has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 187 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Usagi Drop?

In the US you can stream Usagi Drop on Crunchyroll and Rakuten Viki, watch it free with ads on Retrocrush, Rakuten Viki, Cineverse and Tubi and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Google Play.

Is Usagi Drop OK for kids?

Usagi Drop is rated TV-G. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 5+. Parents need to know that Usagi Drop is a gentle TV-G anime drama about a single man raising a young girl he adopts.

What shows are like Usagi Drop?

If you liked Usagi Drop, try Golden Time, From Me to You: Kimi ni Todoke, NANA and Non Non Biyori.