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Folktales from Japan is streaming on Crunchyroll. 258 episodes (~103h total watch time). Availability may vary by region.
Where to Watch Folktales from Japan
Folktales from Japan is currently on Crunchyroll. Keep in mind that catalogs change by region — if you don't see it on your usual service, check the other platforms listed here.
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About Folktales from Japan
Like in any culture, Japanese kids grow up listening to the stories repeatedly told by their parents and grandparents. The boy born from a peach; the princess from the moon who is discovered inside a bamboo; the old man who can make a dead cherry tree blossom, etc. These short stories that teach kids to see both the dark and bright sides of life have passed traditional moral values from generation to generation. Each half-hour episode of Folktales from Japan consists of three self-contained...
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Where can I watch Folktales from Japan legally?
Right now, Folktales from Japan is on Crunchyroll. That said, anime licensing varies a lot by country — what's on Netflix in Japan might not be on Netflix in the US. If your go-to platform doesn't have it, try the other services listed above.
Is Folktales from Japan on Netflix or Crunchyroll?
It's confirmed on Crunchyroll. Netflix availability depends on your region — some countries have it, others don't.
Is Folktales from Japan available with an English dub?
Dub availability depends on the platform. Crunchyroll has been expanding their dubbed library a lot recently, and Funimation (now merged into Crunchyroll) historically had the biggest dub catalog. Check each platform's listing for Folktales from Japan.
Can I watch Folktales from Japan for free?
Crunchyroll offers a free ad-supported tier for some shows. Most other platforms require a subscription, but many offer free trials for new users. Tubi and Pluto TV occasionally have anime in their free rotation too.