Natsume's Book of Friends (2008)
Natsume's Book of Friends is streaming in Japan on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu.
The verdict
Natsume's Book of Friends landed among the stronger Japanese series of its release window. It carries an 8.2/10 on TMDB across 111 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. Episodes clock in around 24 minutes. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu.
Is it worth starting?
This is 7 seasons deep — Japanese animation, leaning sci-fi & fantasy. There's a lot of it, which is either the appeal or the problem depending on your week.
- Why
- Currently 8.2/10 from 111 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- a backlog this size is the opposite of what you're after
- Best for
- A proper binge, once you've got the weeks for it
Story
Natsume Takashi has the ability to see spirits, which he has long kept secret. However, once he inherits a strange book that belonged to his deceased grandmother, Reiko, he discovers the reason why spirits surround him.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~24 min per episode |
| Genre | Animation / Sci-Fi & Fantasy |
| 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 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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