Azumanga Daioh (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Series · ★ 7.9
Released in 2002, Azumanga Daioh is an animation and comedy series.
What it’s about. Ten year old child prodigy, Chiyo Mihama, is finding it tough fitting in at high school with the girls five years her elder: Osaka (dimwitted with a weird take on the world), Tomo (a powder keg that goes off at a moment’s notice), Kagura (the competitive athlete of the bunch), Yomi (the hothead), and Sakaki (timid and obsessed with a love of animals that isn’t reciprocated). Together with their teacher, they navigate the rough waters and fun times of high school.
Who’s in it. Azumanga Daioh stars Tomoko Kaneda as Chiyo Mihama (voice), Yuki Matsuoka as Ayumu 'Osaka' Kasuga (voice), Chieko Higuchi as Tomo Takino (voice) and Rie Tanaka as Koyomi Mizuhara (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, Azumanga Daioh has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HiDive. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Azumanga Daioh page.
If you liked it. Fans of Azumanga Daioh tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Azumanga Daioh (2002)?
- In US, Azumanga Daioh is available to stream on HiDive. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Azumanga Daioh worth watching?
- Azumanga Daioh holds an audience score of 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Azumanga Daioh?
- Azumanga Daioh stars Tomoko Kaneda, Yuki Matsuoka, Chieko Higuchi, Rie Tanaka and Yuu Asakawa.
- When was Azumanga Daioh released?
- Azumanga Daioh was released in 2002.