Bow
main character
TV
5.8
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 40
- Episode length
- 25 min
- Total watch time
- 16 h 40 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- October 14, 1993 – September 22, 1994
- Season
- Fall 1993
- Source
- Manga
- Studio
- Nippon Animation
- Director
- Tsuyoshi Kaga
- Original creator
- Terry Yamamoto
- Music
- Toshiyuki Watanabe
- Age rating
- G — All Ages
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 58/100
Estimated watch time
16h 40m
⚡ 8 days at 5 eps/day
overview details
Synopsis
Bow is a homeless dog, who enjoys his carefree life. This dog is no super-hero. He drools when he's hungry, he wags his tail when he's happy, and he barks when he's excited, just like an ordinary dog but even uglier and stupider! His dumb innocence often leads to disaster. But somehow people are charmed by him. School children, a lonesome cartoonist, and a gangster family all play an important role in Bow's life. This hilarious comedy is certain to appeal to people of all ages. (Source: Anime News Network)
Should you watch Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow?
Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 58/100 — 43% of 131 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #18 highest-rated anime of 1993, and #19 most popular anime of 1993 on AniList.
Of the 263 AniList users who started it, 18.6% dropped it, so it is frequently dropped; 165 have finished it.
At roughly 16 h 40 min in total, it is a long commitment — about 3 weeks at an hour a day.
Best for viewers who enjoy Adventure, Comedy.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Episodes
40 episodes are listed.
Main cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Terry Yamamoto
- Director
- Tsuyoshi Kaga
- Music
- Toshiyuki Watanabe
Where it fits in the series
- Optional extras: Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow: Genshi Inu Monogatari Bow
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Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow FAQ
How many episodes does Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow have?
Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow has 40 episodes of about 25 minutes each, roughly 16 h 40 min in total.
How long does it take to watch Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow?
About 16 h 40 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 20 days; at one hour a day, about 17 days.
Is Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow finished?
Yes. Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow has finished airing — the final episode aired September 22, 1994.
Is there a season 2 of Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow?
No sequel is listed for Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow as of October 2026. You can continue the story in the original manga.
Is Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow based on a manga?
Yes. Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow adapts the manga by Terry Yamamoto.
Who animated Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow?
Heisei Inu Monogatari Bow was animated by Nippon Animation and directed by Tsuyoshi Kaga.