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Non Non Biyori (2013) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Elementary school student Hotaru Ichijou has moved with her parents from Tokyo to the middle of the country. Now she must adapt to her new school, where there are a total of 5 students in the same class who range through elementary and middle school ages. Join their everyday adventures in the countryside.

TV-PG • 2013 • 3 seasons

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Non Non Biyori is a gentle, slow-paced "slice-of-life" anime about the quiet adventures of a group of friends in the Japanese countryside. The series earns its TV-PG rating primarily for occasional scenes where adult characters drink alcohol, sometimes to the point of comedic inebriation. Other content is exceedingly mild; violence consists of infrequent, cartoonish slapstick, strong language is absent, and there is no sexual content… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Kotori Koiwai
Kotori Koiwai
Rie Murakawa
Rie Murakawa
Ayane Sakura
Ayane Sakura
Kana Asumi
Kana Asumi
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Is Non Non Biyori appropriate for kids?

Non Non Biyori is a gentle, slow-paced "slice-of-life" anime about the quiet adventures of a group of friends in the Japanese countryside. The series earns its TV-PG rating primarily for occasional scenes where adult characters drink alcohol, sometimes to the point of comedic… Read more — free account

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Substances Intense 8/10
Language Mild 2/10
Sex/Nudity Mild 2/10
Violence/Gore Mild 2/10
Mature Themes Mild 2/10

Sex and nudity in Non Non Biyori

Sexual content is absent. There is a single, very brief comedic moment where a character (Komari) expresses 'chest envy' towards a younger, more developed character (Hotaru), but this is hinted at rather than directly referenced and is not portrayed voyeuristically. No nudity or explicit sexual situations occur.

Violence and gore in Non Non Biyori

Violence is limited to infrequent, mild slapstick comedy. Characters might fall or get into minor scrapes (e.g., getting stuck in mud), but there is never any blood, serious injury, or sustained peril. The tone remains lighthearted.

Language in Non Non Biyori

The language used is consistently mild. There is no strong profanity. Very infrequent slang terms like 'crap' or 'suck' may appear in English subtitles, but these are rare and used non-offensively.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Non Non Biyori

Adult characters are occasionally shown consuming alcohol in social settings, particularly Kaede (Dagashiya) and Kazuho. These instances depict casual drinking, sometimes showing characters inebriated to the point of being unable to stand or speak coherently, but it is not glorified.

Mature themes in Non Non Biyori

This season gently touches on themes of growing up, friendship, and adapting to new environments, particularly with Renge starting first grade and Hotaru continuing to adjust to rural life. The tone is consistently wholesome and positive.

Scary moments in Non Non Biyori

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Non Non Biyori 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 Non Non Biyori appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Non Non Biyori is best for ages 8+. It's rated TV-PG. Non Non Biyori is a gentle, slow-paced "slice-of-life" anime about the quiet adventures of a group of friends in the Japanese countryside. The series earns its TV-PG rating primarily for occasional scenes where adult…

What age rating does Non Non Biyori have?

Non Non Biyori is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.

What is Non Non Biyori about?

Non Non Biyori is a gentle, slow-paced "slice-of-life" anime about the quiet adventures of a group of friends in the Japanese countryside. The series earns its TV-PG rating primarily for occasional scenes where adult characters drink alcohol, sometimes to the point of comedic inebriation. Other content is exceedingly…

How many seasons does Non Non Biyori have?

Non Non Biyori has 3 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Non Non Biyori?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Non Non Biyori.

How violent is Non Non Biyori?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Non Non Biyori per our reviewers.

Is the language in Non Non Biyori appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Non Non Biyori.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Non Non Biyori?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Non Non Biyori.

What mature themes appear in Non Non Biyori?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Non Non Biyori.

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