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Harukana Receive (2018) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Oozora Haruka, who's just moved to Okinawa, is generally cheerful and optimistic, but there's one thing she feels insecure about: she's taller than most other girls. Her cousin Higa Kanata also has one hang-up: she had to quit her beach volleyball because she was too short. The mismatched cousins find themselves paired up as a beach volleyball team.

TV-PG • 2018 • 1 season

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The story takes place in Okinawa, where Haruka forms a beach volleyball pair with Kanata. Kanata, who couldn't handle the pressure put on her by her short height, had given up on beach volleyball already but is convinced by Haruka to step back on the sand...

Cast

Kana Yuuki
Kana Yuuki
Saki Miyashita
Saki Miyashita
Atsumi Tanezaki
Atsumi Tanezaki
Rie Suegara
Rie Suegara
Miyuri Shimabukuro
Miyuri Shimabukuro
Kanae Itou
Kanae Itou
Chisa Kimura
Chisa Kimura
Akari Kito
Akari Kito
Riko Koike
Riko Koike
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Is Harukana Receive appropriate for kids?

The story takes place in Okinawa, where Haruka forms a beach volleyball pair with Kanata. Kanata, who couldn't handle the pressure put on her by her short height, had given up on beach volleyball already but is convinced by Haruka to step back on the sand... Read more — free account

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Substances None 0/10
Language Mild 2/10
Sex/Nudity None 0/10
Violence/Gore Intense 8/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Harukana Receive

No explicit sexual content or nudity. Crushes, dating, flirting, jealousy, and romantic embarrassment may recur.

Violence and gore in Harukana Receive

Minimal-to-mild violence; slapstick, sports mishaps, pranks, or comic accidents may occur.

Language in Harukana Receive

The series contains no strong profanity or vulgarity. Dialogue is characterized by lighthearted teasing between teammates and occasional mild insults during competitive beach volleyball matches. Sarcasm and playful arguments occur as the girls navigate their growing independence and rivalries, but the language remains appropriate for a pre-teen audience.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Harukana Receive

No prominent substance use; occasional party or older-teen settings may be referenced lightly.

Mature themes in Harukana Receive

Moderate tween/teen themes of friendship, identity, independence, peer pressure, jealousy, popularity, honesty, and responsibility.

Scary moments in Harukana Receive

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Harukana Receive 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harukana Receive appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Harukana Receive is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. The story takes place in Okinawa, where Haruka forms a beach volleyball pair with Kanata. Kanata, who couldn't handle the pressure put on her by her short height, had given up on beach volleyball already but is…

What age rating does Harukana Receive have?

Harukana Receive is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Harukana Receive about?

The story takes place in Okinawa, where Haruka forms a beach volleyball pair with Kanata. Kanata, who couldn't handle the pressure put on her by her short height, had given up on beach volleyball already but is convinced by Haruka to step back on the sand...

How many seasons does Harukana Receive have?

Harukana Receive has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Harukana Receive?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Harukana Receive.

How violent is Harukana Receive?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Harukana Receive per our reviewers.

Is the language in Harukana Receive appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Harukana Receive.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Harukana Receive?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Harukana Receive.

What mature themes appear in Harukana Receive?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Harukana Receive.

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