Celebrate Hamutarou’s Birthday with Special ABEMA Broadcasts!

Get ready to wish a very happy birthday to Japan’s most beloved hamster! ABEMA, the “New Future TV,” is pulling out all the stops for the birthday of Hamutarou from the popular anime Tottoko Hamutarou (often known as *Hamtaro* in English-speaking regions). On his actual birthday, Wednesday, August 6, 2025, ABEMA will host a special event featuring a free broadcast of the “Hamutarou Tottokou Uta” medley and the first-ever free marathon of four Tottoko Hamutarou Original Video Animation (OVA) titles.

About Tottoko Hamutarou

Tottoko Hamutarou is a heartwarming anime series that began its TV broadcast in July 2000, quickly sparking a nationwide boom. It chronicles the daily adventures of Hamutarou, a hamster who understands human feelings. Hamutarou, deeply fond of his owner Roko-chan, is an incredibly curious little fellow. Along with his companion hamsters, collectively known as the Hamuchanzu, he embarks on various adventures, leading to many delightful and chaotic escapades. The series is celebrated for its blend of dreams, laughter, and tears, charming audiences of all ages. Beyond the TV series, Tottoko Hamutarou has also seen success with theatrical films and OVAs.

The anime’s catchy songs, such as “Hamutarou Tottokou Uta” and “200% no Jumon,” have become iconic. Furthermore, “ham-speak” phrases like “heke,” used by Hamutarou, gained immense popularity among children at the time and continue to hold a strong nostalgic appeal even today.

A Double Celebration: 25 Years of Adventure & Hamutarou’s Birthday!

This special ABEMA event celebrates two significant milestones: the 25th anniversary of the Tottoko Hamutarou anime and Hamutarou’s birthday! It’s a fantastic opportunity for fans, both old and new, to revisit the adorable world of Hamutarou and his friends.

The “Hamutarou Tottokou Uta” Medley Broadcast

Starting at 7:00 PM on August 6th, ABEMA will air a special “Hamutarou Tottokou Uta” medley. This hour-long broadcast will feature a compilation of opening and ending themes from the first and second seasons of the TV anime. In honor of the anime’s 25th anniversary, this luxurious broadcast will allow viewers to enjoy the “Hamutarou Tottokou Uta” a grand total of 25 times! It’s an unmissable treat for fans of the iconic tunes.

First-Ever Free OVA Marathon

Following the medley at 8:00 PM, ABEMA will host its first-ever free marathon broadcast of four Tottoko Hamutarou OVA titles. This includes Hamutarou’s special birthday episode, “Hamutarou no Otanjoubi ~Mama wo Tazunete Sanzen Tecchi Tecchi~” (which can be translated as “Hamutarou’s Birthday ~Searching for Mama Three Thousand Steps~”). Even better, these OVAs will be available for free streaming for one week after the broadcast, allowing you to rewatch them as many times as your heart desires!

Catch the TV Series Daily!

As part of the ongoing 25th-anniversary year celebration, ABEMA’s “Natsukashi Anime 00’s Channel” (Nostalgic Anime 00’s Channel) is also offering daily free broadcasts of the Tottoko Hamutarou TV series. Be sure to check the program guide for specific broadcast schedules, as some dates may vary.

Mark your calendars for August 6th and join ABEMA in celebrating Hamutarou’s birthday!

Hamutarou Birthday Special Event Summary

“Hamutarou Tottokou Uta” Medley Free Broadcast

Broadcast Date & Time: Wednesday, August 6, 2025, from 7:00 PM JST
Channel: Natsukashi Anime 00’s Channel
*Free broadcast for real-time viewing only.
Broadcast Song List:
- Opening Themes:
  - “Hamutarou Tottokou Uta”
  - “Hamutarou Tottokou Uta ~Tsuzuki dechu~”
  - “Hamutarou Tottokou Uta ~Mata Tsuzuki dechu~”
  - “Hamutarou Tottokou Uta 2005”
- Ending Themes:
  - “200% no Jumon”
  - “Te wo Tsunagou”
  - “Hamuhumu ON-DO da, Hamuchanzu!”
  - “Tenkyu (New Summer Bin)”
  - “Saikin Hayari no Meiku Uta”
  - “Hamuhumu Train”

Tottoko Hamutarou OVA 4-Work First Free Marathon Broadcast & 1-Week Free Streaming

Broadcast Date & Time: Wednesday, August 6, 2025, from 8:00 PM JST
Channel: Natsukashi Anime 00’s Channel
*All works will be available for free for one week after the broadcast.
Broadcast Work Lineup:
- Hamutarou no Otanjoubi ~Mama wo Tazunete Sanzen Tecchi Tecchi~
- Hamuchanzu no Takara Sagashi Daisakusen ~Hamuhah!! Suteki na Umi no Natsuyasumi~
- Hamuchanzu to Niji no Kuni no Oujisama ~Sekai de Ichiban no Takaramono~
- Hamuchanzu no Mezase! Hamuhumu Kin Medal ~Hashire! Hashire! Daisakusen!~

TV Series Season 1 & 2 Daily Free Broadcasts Ongoing!

Channel: Natsukashi Anime 00’s Channel
*Please note that some broadcast dates may not be available. Refer to the program guide for the full schedule.