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The Gymnastics Samurai (2020) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

In the year 2002, the formerly powerful Japanese men's gymnastics team member Jotaro Aragaki is no longer able to compete. Even though he trained strenuously daily, he is asked about retiring by his coach Amakusa. However, a certain encounter alters Aragaki's fate.

TV-14 • 2020 • 1 season

Age
13+

This TV-14 sports anime is primarily rated for mature emotional themes rather than documented sex, violence, language, or substance use. Across the series, Jotaro faces pressure to retire, public embarrassment, career-threatening competition, grueling training, and setbacks while struggling to remain present for his daughter, Rei. Family strain is recurring, particularly when Jotaro's training leaves Rei feeling alone and forces her to… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Daisuke Namikawa
Daisuke Namikawa
Rina Honnizumi
Rina Honnizumi
Kensho Ono
Kensho Ono
Kenyu Horiuchi
Kenyu Horiuchi
Yuki Kaji
Yuki Kaji
Atsuko Tanaka
Atsuko Tanaka
Kappei Yamaguchi
Kappei Yamaguchi
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Is The Gymnastics Samurai appropriate for kids?

This TV-14 sports anime is primarily rated for mature emotional themes rather than documented sex, violence, language, or substance use. Across the series, Jotaro faces pressure to retire, public embarrassment, career-threatening competition, grueling training, and setbacks… Read more — free account

Content severity in The Gymnastics Samurai Sign up for season-by-season breakdown

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

Sex and nudity in The Gymnastics Samurai

No sex, nudity, sexual dialogue, or romantic sexual behavior is identified in the supplied season evidence. Sexual content is absent throughout the season.

Violence and gore in The Gymnastics Samurai

No fights, assaults, blood, or other on-screen violence are identified in the supplied episode descriptions. Gymnastics duels and competitions refer to athletic contests, not physical combat.

Language in The Gymnastics Samurai

No profanity, slurs, threats, or other concerning dialogue is identified in the supplied season evidence. Language content is therefore scored as absent.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Gymnastics Samurai

No alcohol, drugs, smoking, or other substance use is identified in the supplied season evidence. Substance content is absent across all listed episodes.

Mature themes in The Gymnastics Samurai

Career and family stress drive the season: Jotaro is told to retire, fails to announce that decision publicly, and later accepts a duel with his career at stake. Rei feels neglected while her father trains, Jotaro faces an unexpected pre-competition setback, and Leo's absence and planned return to London add separation anxiety to the All-Japan climax.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Gymnastics Samurai appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Gymnastics Samurai is best for ages 13+. It's rated TV-14. This TV-14 sports anime is primarily rated for mature emotional themes rather than documented sex, violence, language, or substance use. Across the series, Jotaro faces pressure to retire, public embarrassment…

What age rating does The Gymnastics Samurai have?

The Gymnastics Samurai is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is The Gymnastics Samurai about?

This TV-14 sports anime is primarily rated for mature emotional themes rather than documented sex, violence, language, or substance use. Across the series, Jotaro faces pressure to retire, public embarrassment, career-threatening competition, grueling training, and setbacks while struggling to remain present for his…

How many seasons does The Gymnastics Samurai have?

The Gymnastics Samurai has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in The Gymnastics Samurai?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across The Gymnastics Samurai.

How violent is The Gymnastics Samurai?

Violence isn't a standout concern across The Gymnastics Samurai per our reviewers.

Is the language in The Gymnastics Samurai appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across The Gymnastics Samurai.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Gymnastics Samurai?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across The Gymnastics Samurai.

What mature themes appear in The Gymnastics Samurai?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of The Gymnastics Samurai.

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