Hyakusho Kizoku-the farmer's days — Season 1

202336 episodes4.5/10 (4 votes)

About this season

Before becoming a manga artist, Hiromu Arakawa spent seven years working as a farmer in Hokkaido. Well acquainted with the many emotions that are part and parcel of agricultural work, she captures the harsh realities of Japanese dairy farming while also shedding light on this tough and powerful way of life in a series of sidesplitting episodes. Known for numerous works in which she celebrates the joys of life, in this essay-style comic Arakawa reveals her own roots and little-known truths about farming life.

Episodes (36)

1. Milk

Aired 7 July 2023 • 4 min

There was a manga artist who worked in the mud every day to save people from starvation in Hokkaido, Japan's food warehouse! His name was Farmer Arakawa! This time, I'll tell you a surprising story about "milk".

2. Potatoes

Aired 14 July 2023 • 4 min

3. Bears

Aired 21 July 2023 • 4 min

There was a manga artist who worked in the mud every day to save people from starvation in Hokkaido, the food storehouse of Japan! His name was Farmer Arakawa! This time, I'd like to tell you a slightly thrilling story about a bear.

4. Vegetables

Aired 28 July 2023 • 4 min

There was a manga artist who worked in the mud every day to save people from starvation in Hokkaido, Japan's food warehouse! His name was Farmer Arakawa! Vegetables are delicious, healthy, and sexy! This time, I'd like to tell you about "vegetables".

5. Vegetable Thieves

Aired 4 August 2023 • 4 min

In order to save people from starvation in Hokkaido, Japan's food warehouse, there was a manga artist who worked in the mud every day! His name was Farmer Arakawa! Stealing vegetables is not allowed. Absolutely not. And who is the most vicious thief out there? This time, we're going to tell you a hard story about vegetable thieves.

6. Epidemic Control

Aired 11 August 2023 • 4 min

There was a manga artist who worked in the mud every day to save people from starvation in Hokkaido, Japan's food warehouse! His name was Farmer Arakawa! Prevent intrusion! Prevent pests, and that world-famous? I would like to talk about "quarantine" that I want everyone to be careful of.

7. Father

Aired 18 August 2023 • 4 min

There was a manga artist who worked in the mud every day to save people from starvation in Hokkaido, Japan's food warehouse! His name was Farmer Arakawa! "Someone take this old man to Hollywood!!" We will tell you about the unconventional breadwinner of the Arakawa family, "Otodou-dono".

8. Dogs and Cats

Aired 25 August 2023 • 4 min

In Hokkaido, Japan's food warehouse, there was a manga artist who worked in the mud every day to save people from starvation! His name was Farmer Arakawa! He was cute and smart. But he was also a little bit stupid. This time, I'll tell you some funny stories about the dogs and cats kept at Arakawa Farm.

9. Cow Society

Aired 1 September 2023 • 4 min

In Hokkaido, Japan's food warehouse, there was a manga artist who worked in the mud every day to save people from starvation! His name was Farmer Arakawa! The cow world is similar to human society in that it is a cruel world! In this article, we will tell you about the daily schedule of the cows at Arakawa Farm and about the "cow world".

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10. Farmer Kid

Aired 8 September 2023 • 4 min

In order to save people from starvation in Hokkaido, Japan's food warehouse, there was a manga artist who worked in the mud every day! His name was Farmer Arakawa! ! Escapes on hard snow, school trips, helping out at home... What are some unexpected memories unique to Hokkaido and the Arakawa family? This time, we will talk to you about Hiromu Arakawa's childhood.

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11. Agricultural High School

Aired 15 September 2023 • 4 min

In order to save people from starvation in Hokkaido, Japan's food warehouse, there was a manga artist who worked in the mud every day! His name was Arakawa, a farmer! He studied agriculture and livestock farming from early in the morning, in a fun and tough way! This time, I will tell you about the agricultural high school that Arakawa Hiromu attended.

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12. Arakawa, Martian Farming Pioneer

Aired 22 September 2023 • 4 min

In order to save people from starvation in Hokkaido, Japan's food warehouse, there was a manga artist who worked in the mud every day! His name was Farmer Arakawa! The story is set in the year 20XX! To save the Earth from food shortages, Hiromu Arakawa and Ishii head to Mars as part of a pioneering group. What kind of Martian creatures do they encounter there?! The final episode is an encounter with the unknown! This time, we bring you a fantasy about Earthlings pioneering on Mars!