Handa-kun (2016) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Set six years prior to the events of Barakamon, detailing the life of Seishuu Handa as a high school student—and a very interesting life it is. In Handa-kun, Seishuu Handa is admired by his peers as a calligraphy genius and given the utmost respect, but Handa-kun himself is under the mistaken impression that the deference and attention he receives from the other students is actually bullying. Handa just wants to live a quiet life, but hilarity ensues as one character after another challenges his position as the school idol, and… Sign up for the full guide
TV-PG • 2016 • 1 season
Set six years prior to the events of Barakamon , detailing the life of Seishuu Handa as a high school student—and a very interesting life it is. In Handa-kun , Seishuu Handa is admired by his peers as a calligraphy genius and given the utmost respect, but...
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Is Handa-kun appropriate for kids?
Set six years prior to the events of Barakamon , detailing the life of Seishuu Handa as a high school student—and a very interesting life it is. In Handa-kun , Seishuu Handa is admired by his peers as a calligraphy genius and given the utmost respect, but... Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in Handa-kun
No explicit sexual content or nudity. Crushes, dating, flirting, jealousy, and romantic embarrassment may recur.
Violence and gore in Handa-kun
Minimal-to-mild violence; slapstick, sports mishaps, pranks, or comic accidents may occur.
Language in Handa-kun
The series contains no strong profanity or coarse language. Dialogue primarily consists of mild insults, sarcasm, and frequent verbal teasing between the high school students. Occasional heated arguments occur, but the language remains appropriate for a pre-teen audience in line with the show's comedic school setting.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Handa-kun
No prominent substance use; occasional party or older-teen settings may be referenced lightly.
Mature themes in Handa-kun
Moderate tween/teen themes of friendship, identity, independence, peer pressure, jealousy, popularity, honesty, and responsibility.
Scary moments in Handa-kun
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Handa-kun yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Handa-kun appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Handa-kun is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. Set six years prior to the events of Barakamon , detailing the life of Seishuu Handa as a high school student—and a very interesting life it is. In Handa-kun , Seishuu Handa is admired by his peers as a calligraphy…
What age rating does Handa-kun have?
Handa-kun is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Handa-kun about?
Set six years prior to the events of Barakamon , detailing the life of Seishuu Handa as a high school student—and a very interesting life it is. In Handa-kun , Seishuu Handa is admired by his peers as a calligraphy genius and given the utmost respect, but...
How many seasons does Handa-kun have?
Handa-kun has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in Handa-kun?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Handa-kun.
How violent is Handa-kun?
Violence isn't a standout concern across Handa-kun per our reviewers.
Is the language in Handa-kun appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across Handa-kun.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Handa-kun?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Handa-kun.
What mature themes appear in Handa-kun?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Handa-kun.
Where can I read the full Handa-kun parent guide?
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