Banana Fish (2018)
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Banana Fish is streaming in Japan on Netflix, Hulu, U-NEXT.
What the audience says
Banana Fish is one of the better-rated Japanese series out there. It carries an 8.6/10 on TMDB across 936 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. Episodes clock in around 23 minutes. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix, Hulu, U-NEXT.
Is it worth starting?
This is a first season — Japanese animation with a drama streak.
- Why
- Currently 8.6/10 from 936 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you want live action tonight
- Best for
- A slow burn across the week
Story
A teenaged gang leader in New York City faces his abuser and rival gangs alongside a photojournalist from Japan as they investigate a deadly new drug.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~23 min per episode |
| Genre | Animation / Drama |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 20 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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