Maison Ikkoku
めぞん一刻
Godai is a ronin (someone who has failed university entrance exams) living in a run down apartment house called Maison Ikkoku. Among the other residents are the nosy Ichinose, the sexy Akemi Roppongi, and the mysterious…
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Synopsis
Godai is a ronin (someone who has failed university entrance exams) living in a run down apartment house called Maison Ikkoku. Among the other residents are the nosy Ichinose, the sexy Akemi Roppongi, and the mysterious Yotsuya. The others are given to having wild parties which makes it difficult for Godai to study. Into this mayhem comes the recently widowed Kyoko as the new live-in manager. Godai falls for her, but doesn't have the nerve to tell her. As time passes, their relationship slowly develops amid life at Maison Ikkoku, despite all sorts of romantic hurdles.
About
Maison Ikkoku premiered on March 26, 1986. It falls under the Animation, Comedy, Romance genres. The series has aired across 4 seasons and 96 episodes. with each episode running approximately 26 minutes. It airs on Fuji TV. and concluded its run on March 2, 1988.
Why viewers enjoy Maison Ikkoku
Maison Ikkoku targets fans of Animation anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Comedy, Romance elements. This combination of Animation, Comedy, Romance sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.
Production
Maison Ikkoku was animated by Studio Deen, and broadcast on Fuji TV.
Critical reception
Maison Ikkoku holds a rating of 7.6 out of 10 based on 34 user reviews on TMDB, a strong score that reflects broad satisfaction from its audience.
Themes & motifs
Recurring motifs and themes throughout Maison Ikkoku include: slice of life, based on manga, anime. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.
Voice cast
Issei Futamata
Sumi Shimamoto
Kazuyo Aoki
Minoru Yada
Chika Sakamoto
Ryo Horikawa
Akira Kamiya
Shigeru Chiba
Yuko Mita
Mina Tominaga
Production credits
- Direction
- Yorifusa Yamaguchi
- Writing
- Rumiko Takahashi · Yuji Moriyama
Release dates
Premiered
March 26, 1986
Last aired
March 2, 1988
Seasons & episodes
Season1
March 26, 1986·26episodes
Season1
March 26, 1986·26episodes
No description available for this season.
Season2
September 24, 1986·26episodes
Season2
September 24, 1986·26episodes
No description available for this season.
Season3
April 8, 1987·24episodes
Season3
April 8, 1987·24episodes
No description available for this season.
Season4
October 14, 1987·20episodes
Season4
October 14, 1987·20episodes
No description available for this season.
Themes & topics
Keywords associated with this title by the community.
- slice of life
- based on manga
- anime
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Frequently asked questions
When did Maison Ikkoku premiere?
Maison Ikkoku premiered on March 26, 1986.
How many seasons does Maison Ikkoku have?
Maison Ikkoku has 4 seasons and 96 episodes in total.
What genre is Maison Ikkoku?
Maison Ikkoku is classified under Animation, Comedy, Romance.
What networks did Maison Ikkoku air on?
Maison Ikkoku aired on Fuji TV.
Is Maison Ikkoku finished?
Yes, Maison Ikkoku concluded its run on March 2, 1988.
How long is each episode of Maison Ikkoku?
Each episode of Maison Ikkoku runs for approximately 26 minutes.
Where is Maison Ikkoku from?
Maison Ikkoku is a Japanese anime production.
What is the TMDB rating of Maison Ikkoku?
Maison Ikkoku holds a rating of 7.6 out of 10 on TMDB based on community reviews.
