A Grand 35-Hour Marathon for Chibi Maruko-chan’s Anniversary!
To commemorate the 35th anniversary of the beloved national anime, Chibi Maruko-chan, ABEMA’s official free *Chibi Maruko-chan* channel is set to host an incredible “35-hour non-stop continuous broadcast” of the anime. This grand celebration kicks off on September 13, 2025, with a special “Odorou Ponpokorin One-Hour Endurance Broadcast.”
About the Enduringly Popular Anime
Based on the immensely popular manga by Sakura Momoko, Chibi Maruko-chan humorously portrays the casual, heartwarming everyday life of a third-grade elementary school girl, Sakura Momoko (affectionately known as Maruko), alongside her unique circle of friends and family. Since its anime broadcast began in 1990, the series has captivated fans across generations. Its charm lies in the nostalgic episodes, often inspired by the author’s own childhood experiences, and Maruko’s relatable, true-to-life depiction. It has long been cherished as a beloved national anime, resonating with audiences for decades.
Special 35th Anniversary Broadcast Details on ABEMA
To truly celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Chibi Maruko-chan anime, ABEMA is pulling out all the stops with its “35-hour non-stop continuous broadcast.” The festivities begin on September 13th at 7 PM JST with the highly anticipated “Odorou Ponpokorin One-Hour Endurance Night.” For an entire hour, fans can enjoy a free, continuous broadcast of the iconic and infectious opening theme, “Odorou Ponpokorin.” Get ready to sing along!
Following this lively start, from 8 PM JST onwards, a carefully curated selection of 24 fan-favorite episodes will be broadcast for free. This is your chance to revisit some of the most memorable moments with Maruko and her companions.
Featured Episodes: Laughter, Tears, and Everyday Adventures
Fans can look forward to a fantastic lineup of beloved episodes, promising both laughter and heartfelt moments. The selection includes hilarious must-see installments such as “Maruko Dai Panic” no Maki (Maruko’s Big Panic) and “Maruko Osushi-ya-san ni Iku” no Maki (Maruko Goes to the Sushi Restaurant). Prepare for some genuinely touching and popular episodes too, like “Okaasan no Hi” no Maki (Mother’s Day) and “Tamachan Daisuki” no Maki (I Love Tamachan). These classic episodes are sure to delight viewers of all ages!
Ongoing Free Episodes
Beyond this special anniversary event, the official free *Chibi Maruko-chan* channel continuously broadcasts a total of 161 TV anime episodes daily! What’s even better is that all broadcast episodes are available for free viewing for an entire week after their initial airing, ensuring you never miss out on Maruko’s daily escapades.
Broadcast 35th Anniversary! “Chibi Maruko-chan” 35-Hour Non-Stop Continuous Broadcast Overview
■ “Odorou Ponpokorin” One-Hour Endurance Night
- Broadcast Date & Time: September 13, 2025 (Saturday), 7 PM JST ~
■ “Chibi Maruko-chan” Curated 24 Episodes Free Broadcast
- Broadcast Date & Time: September 13, 2025 (Saturday), 8 PM JST ~
【Curated Episode Lineup】
Season 1
- Episode 15: “Maruo-kun Gakkyuu Iin Senkyo Iyoiyo Shutsuba” no Maki (Maruo-kun Finally Runs in the Class Representative Election)
- Episode 19: “Okaasan no Hi” no Maki (Mother’s Day)
- Episode 31: “Maruchan Minami no Shima e Iku” no Maki (Part 1) (Maruchan Goes to a Southern Island)
- Episode 32: “Maruchan Minami no Shima e Iku” no Maki (Part 2) (Maruchan Goes to a Southern Island)
- Episode 33: “Maruchan Obake Yashiki ni Iku” no Maki (Maruchan Goes to a Haunted House)
- Episode 40: “Danshi Tai Joshi Dai Sensou” no Maki (Boys vs. Girls: The Great War)
- Episode 47: “Otousan to Okaasan Kenka Suru” no Maki (Father and Mother Have a Fight)
- Episode 68: “Maruchan Sakubun wo Kaku” no Maki (Maruchan Writes a Composition)
- Episode 78: “Maruchan Kekkonshiki ni Shusseki Suru” no Maki (Maruchan Attends a Wedding)
- Episode 87: “Maruko Hamaji to Uwasa ni Naru” no Maki (Maruko Becomes a Rumor with Hamaji)
- Episode 89: “Maruko Yuuenchi ni Iku” no Maki (Maruko Goes to the Amusement Park)
- Episode 100: “Hanawa-tei Tsui ni Koukai” no Maki (Hanawa Residence Finally Revealed)
- Episode 101: “Hanawa-kun-chi ni Kita Yuujin Kaeru” no Maki (Hanawa-kun’s Friend Returns Home)
- Episode 109: “Midorichan no Valentine’s Day” no Maki (Midorichan’s Valentine’s Day)
- Episode 113: “Maruko Nora Inu ni Oikakerareru” no Maki (Maruko is Chased by a Stray Dog)
- Episode 116: “Nagasawa-kun no Ie, Kaji ni Naru” no Maki (Nagasawa-kun’s House Catches Fire)
- Episode 117: “Nagasawa-kun-chi no Kaji Mimai” no Maki (Visiting Nagasawa-kun’s House After the Fire)
- Episode 126: “Shokuyou Gaeru de Daisawagi” no Maki (Big Commotion Over Edible Frogs)
- Episode 127: “Futa ga Akanai” no Maki (The Lid Won’t Open) & “Maruko Sunadokei ga Hoshii” no Maki (Maruko Wants an Hourglass)
- Episode 128: “Maruko Dai Panic” no Maki (Maruko’s Big Panic)
Season 2
- Episode 5: “Tamachan Daisuki” no Maki (I Love Tamachan)
- Episode 16: “Nakayoshi no Tsudoi” no Maki (The Gathering of Close Friends)
- Episode 18: “Maruko Osushi-ya-san ni Iku” no Maki (Maruko Goes to the Sushi Restaurant)
- Episode 19: “Maruko Roller Through Go-Go ga Doushitemo Hoshii!!” no Maki (Maruko Absolutely Wants a Roller Through Go-Go!!)
(C) Sakura Production / Nippon Animation
By Yoneda Kaori
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