TV-Series
Description
"Hanasaka Tenshi Ten-Ten-kun" is a 1970s anime series that blends comedy, fantasy, and slice-of-life elements. The story centers around Ten-Ten-kun, a small, magical angel who descends to Earth to help a struggling family. The protagonist, Ten-Ten-kun, is sent by God to assist the Hanasaki family, who are facing financial difficulties and personal challenges. The family consists of the hardworking but unlucky father, Taro Hanasaki, his kind-hearted wife, and their two children, the mischievous young boy Tama and his older sister, who often acts as the voice of reason.

Ten-Ten-kun possesses the ability to transform into a human-sized version of himself, allowing him to interact more directly with the family and the world around them. His primary mission is to bring happiness and prosperity to the Hanasaki household, but his efforts are often complicated by his own naivety and the unpredictable nature of his magical powers. Despite his good intentions, Ten-Ten-kun frequently causes unintended chaos, leading to humorous situations that test the patience of the Hanasaki family.

The series explores themes of perseverance, family bonds, and the importance of kindness. Each episode typically follows a self-contained storyline, with Ten-Ten-kun attempting to solve a specific problem faced by the family or their neighbors. These problems range from financial struggles and misunderstandings to more fantastical challenges, such as dealing with supernatural occurrences or rival magical beings. Through these adventures, the characters grow closer, and Ten-Ten-kun learns valuable lessons about human emotions and the complexities of life on Earth.

The dynamic between Ten-Ten-kun and the Hanasaki family forms the emotional core of the series. While Ten-Ten-kun’s antics often lead to comedic mishaps, his genuine desire to help and his unwavering optimism endear him to the family and viewers alike. The series balances lighthearted humor with moments of heartfelt sincerity, creating a narrative that appeals to a wide audience. The episodic structure allows for a variety of scenarios, ensuring that each installment offers something new while maintaining the overarching theme of hope and resilience.
Information
Hanasaka Tenshi Ten-Ten-kun
花さか天使テンテンくん
Flower Angel Ten-Ten
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 43
Movie/Episode length: 30 min.
Date: 10/10/1998 – 10/02/1999
Official Website:TenTen-kun @ Fuji TV
Categories
Genre
Comedy
Settings
Fantasy
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Cast
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Shinpei Miyashita
  • Storyboard
    Nagisa Miyazaki
    Kazuyoshi Yokota
    Keiji Hayakawa
    Shigeharu Takahashi
    Yutaka Kagawa
    Shinpei Miyashita
    Iku Suzuki
    Masahiro Hosoda
    Yukihiro Matsushita
    Katsuma Kanazawa
    Hiroshi Hara
    Masato Kitagawa
    Tomohiro Asakawa
    Takeyuki Sadohara
    Waruo Suzuki
    Daisaku Akiyama
    Wataru Ofuna
    Nobuhiro Kondō
    Shigeru Satō
  • Music
    Kazunori Maruyama
  • Character Design
    Nagisa Miyazaki
  • Script
    Nobuaki Kishima
    Junki Takegami
    Shin Yoshida
  • Episode Director
    Shigeo Koshi
    Kazuyoshi Yokota
    Shigeharu Takahashi
    Yutaka Kagawa
    Shinpei Miyashita
    Susumu Ishizaki
    Katsuma Kanazawa
    Masato Kitagawa
    Tomohiro Asakawa
    Takeyuki Sadohara
    Waruo Suzuki
    Daisaku Akiyama
  • Original Manga
    Kazumata Oguri
Production
  • Production
    Nippon Animation
    Relations
    Music
    Ending
    “tu-la-la”
    “Dotabatagyagu no nichiyoubi”