Taichi Hiraga-Keaton
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OVA
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- OVA
- Episodes
- 15
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 6 hours
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- December 21, 1999 – June 20, 2000
- Season
- Winter 2000
- Source
- Manga
- Studio
- MADHOUSE
- Director
- Masayuki Kojima
- Original creator
- Naoki Urasawa, Hokusei Katsushika
- Music
- Kuniaki Haishima
- Age rating
- R — 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 76/100
Estimated watch time
6h
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Episodic100%Foreign79%Travel79%Historical79%Work73%Seinen66%Male Protagonist60%Crime60%Primarily Adult Cast60%
overview details
Synopsis
Taichi Keaton is a man of many talents: father, historian, frequent traveler, negotiator, archaeologist, former survival instructor, and all while working as an insurance investigator for Lloyd's of London. While his methods may seem a bit unorthodox, he gets the job done when needed, but not without a little something to learn or teach in the process. Through all of his adventures, some people call him a quack. Those who know him well call him a master of life... (Source: Anime News Network)
Main cast & voice actors
Should you watch MASTER Keaton (OVA)?
Probably, if you enjoy adventure and mystery, especially stories with episodic, foreign, travel.
Fans rate it highly: 76/100 on AniList, with 62% of 1.1K ratings at 8/10 or higher. It's the #3 highest-rated anime of 1999.
Once people start, they tend to finish: only 3.0% of viewers drop it.
Watch MASTER Keaton first: this continues its story.
At about 6 hours in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Episodes
15 episodes are listed.
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Naoki Urasawa
- Original creator
- Hokusei Katsushika
- Director
- Masayuki Kojima
- Series composition
- Tatsuhiko Urahata
- Character design
- Kitarou Kousaka
- Music
- Kuniaki Haishima
Where it fits in the series
- Watch first: MASTER Keaton (1998)
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
Endings (2)
- ED1“A Sigh” · eps 1-2
- ED2“From Beginning” · eps 3-15
Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.
If you like MASTER Keaton (OVA)
MASTER Keaton (OVA) FAQ
How many episodes does MASTER Keaton (OVA) have?
MASTER Keaton (OVA) has 15 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 6 hours in total.
How long does it take to watch MASTER Keaton (OVA)?
About 6 hours back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 8 days; at one hour a day, about 6 days.
Is MASTER Keaton (OVA) finished?
Yes. MASTER Keaton (OVA) has finished airing — the final episode aired June 20, 2000.
Is there a season 2 of MASTER Keaton (OVA)?
No sequel is listed for MASTER Keaton (OVA) as of October 2026. You can continue the story in the original manga.
What should I watch before MASTER Keaton (OVA)?
Watch MASTER Keaton first — MASTER Keaton (OVA) is a direct sequel.
Is MASTER Keaton (OVA) based on a manga?
Yes. MASTER Keaton (OVA) adapts the manga by Naoki Urasawa.
Who animated MASTER Keaton (OVA)?
MASTER Keaton (OVA) was animated by MADHOUSE and directed by Masayuki Kojima.
Who sings the opening of MASTER Keaton (OVA)?
The opening, "Opening Theme", is performed by an uncredited artist.