Shin Chan (1992)
Shin Chan is streaming in Japan on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu.
The verdict
Shin Chan ranked near the top of that week's Japanese series crop. It carries a 7.8/10 on TMDB across 116 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 a first season — Japanese animation with a comedy streak.
- Why
- It rates 7.8/10 on 116 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you won't get past the format
- Best for
- An episode-a-night rhythm
Story
Shin-chan, the boy next door, is a walking disaster, creating chaos wherever he goes. With the body of a child and the mind of an adult, Shinchan is wreaking more havoc than any child before. Shin-chan is carefree, optimistic and gets excited about everything. This 5 year-old likes to do things his way.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~24 min per episode |
| Genre | Animation / Comedy |
| 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 27 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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