Tokyo Bandwagon (2013): cast, story & where to watch

2013 · Series · ★ 7.7

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Released in 2013, Tokyo Bandwagon is a drama and family series.

What it’s about. The somewhat peculiar Hotta family runs Tokyo Bandwagon, a secondhand bookstore and cafe in the old part of Tokyo. They are a big four-generation family that is rare these days. The Hottas live by rather unusual family rules, and solve strange incidents that arise in the old town. 26-year-old Ao is the family’s second son, and a freelance tour guide. Although he is the child of his father’s mistress, he has been raised as the second son without prejudice. Ao is an irresistible playboy to females due to the gap between his frivolous behaviour and occasional melancholic expressions, but then he encounters university student Makino Suzumi and falls deeply in love with her.

Who’s in it. Tokyo Bandwagon stars Kazuya Kamenashi as Ao Hotta, Mikako Tabe as Suzumi Makino, Koji Tamaki as Ganato Hotta and Sei Hiraizumi as Kanichi Hotta, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Tokyo Bandwagon has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tokyo Bandwagon page.

If you liked it. Fans of Tokyo Bandwagon tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Tokyo Bandwagon (2013)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tokyo Bandwagon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Tokyo Bandwagon worth watching?
Tokyo Bandwagon holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Tokyo Bandwagon?
Tokyo Bandwagon stars Kazuya Kamenashi, Mikako Tabe, Koji Tamaki, Sei Hiraizumi and Mariko Kaga.
When was Tokyo Bandwagon released?
Tokyo Bandwagon was released in 2013.