Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- web series (ONA)
- Episodes
- 1
- Episode length
- 9 min
- Total watch time
- 9 minutes
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- October 28, 2012
- Source
- Original story
- Director
- Kaori Iwase
- Music
- Chiemi Munechika
- Age rating
- G
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 58/100
- Also known as
- A Grandma's Goldfish
- Score across sites
- 6.27/10
Tags & Tropes
Synopsis
The story follows an old lady that is very fond of her gold fish and the dream she has revolving it. She recalls an event in her younger years as a child and the reason behind her love for gold fishes. Short animation by Kaori Iwase. (Source: AniDB)
Trailer
Watch on YouTubeShould you watch Baa-cha no Kingyo?
Only if you enjoy slice of life, especially stories with animals, elderly protagonist.
Reception is lukewarm: 58/100 on AniList, with 21% of 357 ratings at 8/10 or higher. It's the #15 highest-rated anime of 2012.
Once people start, they tend to finish: only 2.6% of viewers drop it.
At about 9 minutes in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Creators & key staff
- Director
- Kaori Iwase
- Music
- Chiemi Munechika
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Baa-cha no Kingyo FAQ
How many episodes does Baa-cha no Kingyo have?
Baa-cha no Kingyo has 1 episodes of about 9 minutes each, roughly 9 minutes in total.
Is Baa-cha no Kingyo finished?
Yes. Baa-cha no Kingyo has finished airing — the final episode aired October 28, 2012.
Is there a season 2 of Baa-cha no Kingyo?
No sequel is listed for Baa-cha no Kingyo as of October 2026.
Is Baa-cha no Kingyo based on a manga?
No. Baa-cha no Kingyo is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.