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Nekonade

Name: Nekonade
Director: Tōru Kamei
Genre: Drama
Released: 2008-01-06
Rating: 8.0

ネコナデ

“Work-oriented manager finds comfort for the first time when he finds a kitten.”

Drama

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2008

1 Season

12 Episodes

Ended

About

Taro Onizuka is a 45-year-old businessman who is at the head of the human resources department. Highly disciplined at work and home, and tasked with cold-bloodedly laying off employees, his life changes when he finds a kitten.

Cast

Shigemitsu Ogi

as Taro Onizuka

Mina Shimizu

as Yamada Asami

Yorie Yamashita

as Onizuka Sumiko

Koki Ogawa

as Onizuka Taichiro

Chisun

as Kanai Kyoko

Takeshi Yamamoto

as Sendo Koji

Hideo Sakaki

as Kinoshita Mitsuru

Daisuke Nagakura

as Yagishita Shinji

Toru Minegishi

as Ryuzaki Masataro

Naozumi Takahashi

as Ichimura Kagetora

Meika Kitagawa

as Minagawa Kamome

Shun Sugata

as Ishiguro

Misaki Momose

Sayaka Fukita

Seasons

Season 1

12 episodes2008

Episodes

Season 1

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The Man Who Doesn't Feel Lonely

Jan 6, 200830m

Onizuka Taro, the cold-hearted head of HR, is feared by all for his ruthless layoffs. After another tough day of dismissals, Onizuka rests in a park, where he encounters a box of abandoned kittens.

Uncertainty is the Signal for a New Start

Jan 13, 200830m

Onizuka wonders why has he become so captivated by the kitten. As a new training program for fresh recruits begins, he speaks harshly to the group, drawing resentment. On his way home, rain begins to fall, and Onitsuka finds himself rushing back to the park, wondering about the kitten. When he arrives, he hears a faint "meow" and discovers a trembling, rain-soaked kitten in the box. Before he knows it, he's holding it in his arms.

Life's Puzzle Starts to Make Sense Far Down the Road

Jan 20, 200830m

Onizuka struggles to secretly care for the kitten, Tora, at home, with little knowledge of how to raise a cat. After learning from Kyoko about an available room in a weekly rental apartment, he decides to keep the kitten there. Balancing work, home, and visits to the apartment, he cares for Tora using online research. Even during training sessions, his mind is preoccupied with the kitten. One day, when he arrives at the apartment, Tora, who usually greets him, is nowhere to be found—he spots the kitten collapsed on the floor.

Something Known as Healing

Jan 27, 200830m

In the company cafeteria, a former employee pours miso soup on Onizuka's head in revenge for being laid off, while Kyoko silently offers him a handkerchief. During a product presentation, Onizuka's mind drifts, preoccupied with layoffs, the trainees, and his kitten, Tora.

How Much Do You Earn Per Minute?

Feb 3, 200830m

Midway through the training, Onizuka Taro's tough demeanor has, for better or worse, unified the trainees. Onizuka requests to use the surveillance robot from the development team for training. Longing to see his kitten, Tora, he sneaks to the weekly rental apartment during lunch to set up the robot, but struggles with it and ends up running late.

Place to Hide Treasure

Feb 10, 200830m

With just a week left before his rental apartment expires, Onizuka reflects on Tora’s future while cleaning up the kitten’s room. As he leaves with a garbage bag, he unexpectedly runs into Asami, who notices an empty cat food can in the trash. Onizuka continues monitoring Tora through the robot, but one day, the kitten is missing from the screen. Panicked, he rushes to the apartment, only to find it completely empty.

The Age Where It's Hard to Admit What You Don't Understand

Feb 17, 200830m

After completing another round of layoffs, Onizuka Taro becomes increasingly attached to watching Tora, hiding his obsession from Kyoko. During a meeting, a new product that allows mobile monitoring catches his interest, letting him check on Tora anytime. Excited, he borrows a prototype from Kinoshita in development. Upon arriving at Tora’s room, Onizuka finds a flea brush he doesn’t recognize. When he uses it on Tora, the kitten responds affectionately. Confused, Onizuka wonders who’s been secretly caring for Tora.

Discovering How Surprisingly Low Your Boundaries Are

Feb 24, 200830m

Onizuka Taro takes his family fishing over the weekend, but his children notice him checking on Tora through his phone. Mistaking it for a game, they excitedly ask to see, assuming their dad is playing a cat-raising game like they do. Feeling a bit proud, Onizuka indulges them. His child then suggests that having two cats would reduce stress, sparking Onizuka's curiosity. Later, he takes Tora to the vet, where a chubby woman with a dog sits next to him, smiling warmly and introducing her dog to Tora, before awkwardly laughing at Onizuka.

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Stream Nekonade online free in HD on CineFlixo. A highly acclaimed drama series originally produced in Japonés and released in 2008, it's earned a solid 8.0/10 from 2 viewers worldwide.

About Nekonade

“Work-oriented manager finds comfort for the first time when he finds a kitten.”

Nekonade Cast and Characters

The cast features Shigemitsu Ogi (as Taro Onizuka), Mina Shimizu (as Yamada Asami), Yorie Yamashita (as Onizuka Sumiko), Koki Ogawa (as Onizuka Taichiro), and Chisun (as Kanai Kyoko). Their performances are a major reason Nekonade has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Nekonade

There's a reason Nekonade keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Japonés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch Nekonade online for free?

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How many episodes does Nekonade have?

Nekonade has 12 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on CineFlixo.

Is Nekonade good? What's the rating?

Nekonade holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 2 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of Nekonade?

The main cast includes Shigemitsu Ogi, Mina Shimizu, Yorie Yamashita, and Koki Ogawa, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Nekonade available in Japonés?

Yes — Nekonade was originally produced in Japonés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was Nekonade released?

Nekonade first aired in 2008.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Nekonade for free?

You can watch Nekonade online for free on CineFlixo. All 12 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.

How many seasons and episodes does Nekonade have?

Nekonade currently has 1 season and a total of 12 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on CineFlixo and continue watching from where you left off.

What is Nekonade about?

In which language is Nekonade originally available?

Nekonade was originally produced in JA. On CineFlixo the show is available in its original JA audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was Nekonade first released?

Nekonade first premiered on January 6, 2008 (2008). The series has since concluded its run.