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- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 52
- Episode length
- 25 min
- Total watch time
- 21 h 40 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- April 1, 1975 – April 20, 1976
- Season
- Spring 1975
- Source
- Other source
- Studio
- Nippon Animation
- Director
- Hiroshi Saitou
- Original creator
- Waldemar Bonsels
- Music
- Takashi Ogaki
- Age rating
- G — All Ages
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 63/100
Estimated watch time
21h 40m
⚡ 11 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Animals80%Classic Literature79%Educational79%Primarily Animal Cast79%Kids73%Outdoor Activities66%Rural20%
TVFINISHED1975 SPRING6.3 / 10 AniList score
Maya the Bee
みつばちマーヤの冒険• Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken
Synopsis
Maya, a newborn honeybee, brims with curiosity about the world around her. From the time she is born, she is brought up to be a worker bee, but it is difficult for her to understand and follow the strict rules of the hive because of her individuality and strong desire for independence. Having collected all the honey around the honeycomb, Maya decides to set out on an adventure to find a flower garden in order to collect more honey for the hive. Her intentions are noble, but because she leaves the hive without permission the Queen sends Maya's friend Willy to search for the little troublemaker. Willy joins Maya in her quest, and together, beyond the familiar hive, the two friends marvel at the sheer beauty that nature has to offer. Through many experiences—sometimes enjoyable, sometimes terrible or sad—and encounters with various insects, Maya matures into a strong and wise honeybee. (Source: Nippon Animation)
Main cast & voice actors
Should you watch Maya the Bee?
Only if you enjoy adventure and comedy, especially stories with animals, classic literature, educational.
Reception is lukewarm: 63/100 on AniList, with 27% of 1.4K ratings at 8/10 or higher.
About 8.5% of viewers drop it, which is typical.
At roughly 21 h 40 min in total, it is a long commitment — about 4 weeks at an hour a day.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Episodes
52 episodes are listed.
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Waldemar Bonsels
- Director
- Hiroshi Saitou
- Series composition
- Niisan Takahashi
- Character design
- Susumu Shiraume
- Character design
- Hayao Nobe
- Music
- Takashi Ogaki
Where it fits in the series
- Start here. Maya the Bee is the first entry in its story.
- Watch next: The New Adventures of Maya the Honey Bee (1982)
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Maya the Bee FAQ
How many episodes does Maya the Bee have?
Maya the Bee has 52 episodes of about 25 minutes each, roughly 21 h 40 min in total.
How long does it take to watch Maya the Bee?
About 21 h 40 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 26 days; at one hour a day, about 22 days.
Is Maya the Bee finished?
Yes. Maya the Bee has finished airing — the final episode aired April 20, 1976.
Is there a season 2 of Maya the Bee?
Yes — the story continues in The New Adventures of Maya the Honey Bee (1982).
Where do I start Maya the Bee?
Start here: Maya the Bee is the first entry, followed by The New Adventures of Maya the Honey Bee.
Is Maya the Bee based on a other source?
Yes. Maya the Bee adapts the other source by Waldemar Bonsels.
Who animated Maya the Bee?
Maya the Bee was animated by Nippon Animation and directed by Hiroshi Saitou.