Himawari (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Series · ★ 8
Released in 1996, Himawari is a drama and family series.
What it’s about. The story follows Minamida Nozomi, the charming female protagonist whose company's performance deteriorates due to the collapse of the bubble economy and who is forced to quit her job as she is prevented from getting married and starting a family. However, after her younger brother is involved in a theft incident within her family, she decides to become a lawyer. She passed the difficult bar exam and faced the harsh reality of legal training in Fukushima.
Who’s in it. Himawari stars Nanako Matsushima as Nozomi Minamida, Mari Natsuki as Azusa Minamida, Shiho Fujimura as Ayano Minamida and Sumie Sasaki as Urara Naganuma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Himawari sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Himawari page.
If you liked it. Fans of Himawari tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Himawari (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Himawari change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Himawari worth watching?
- Himawari holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Himawari?
- Himawari stars Nanako Matsushima, Mari Natsuki, Shiho Fujimura, Sumie Sasaki and Yuko Asano.
- When was Himawari released?
- Himawari was released in 1996.