Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 31
- Episode length
- 25 min
- Total watch time
- 12 h 55 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- July 3, 1998 – January 29, 1999
- Season
- Summer 1998
- Source
- Original story
- Age rating
- PG — Children
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 64/100
- Also known as
- Gadget Boy, Gadget Boy Kanipan, Inventor Boy Kanipan
- Score across sites
- 5.97/10
Synopsis
The story revolves around Kanipan aiming to be the best inventor and his adventures while trying to accomplish this.
Should you watch Hatsumei BOY Kanipan?
Only if you enjoy adventure, comedy and mecha.
Reception is lukewarm: 64/100 on AniList, with 57% of 172 ratings at 8/10 or higher. It's the #27 highest-rated anime of 1998.
16.9% of viewers drop it before the end, more than most, so give it a few episodes to see if it clicks.
At about 12 h 55 min in total, plan on one to two weeks at a couple of episodes a day.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Episodes
31 episodes are listed.
Where it fits in the series
- Start here. Hatsumei BOY Kanipan is the first entry in its story.
- Watch next: Chou Hatsumei BOY Kanipan (1999)
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Hatsumei BOY Kanipan FAQ
How many episodes does Hatsumei BOY Kanipan have?
Hatsumei BOY Kanipan has 31 episodes of about 25 minutes each, roughly 12 h 55 min in total.
How long does it take to watch Hatsumei BOY Kanipan?
About 12 h 55 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 16 days; at one hour a day, about 13 days.
Is Hatsumei BOY Kanipan finished?
Yes. Hatsumei BOY Kanipan has finished airing — the final episode aired January 29, 1999.
Is there a season 2 of Hatsumei BOY Kanipan?
Yes — the story continues in Chou Hatsumei BOY Kanipan (1999).
Where do I start Hatsumei BOY Kanipan?
Start here: Hatsumei BOY Kanipan is the first entry, followed by Chou Hatsumei BOY Kanipan.
Is Hatsumei BOY Kanipan based on a manga?
No. Hatsumei BOY Kanipan is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.