Haitai | Nanafa
(はいたい七葉; translated as "Hello Nanafa") is a Japanese anime television series that blends slice-of-life comedy with Okinawan folklore . Produced by the animation studio Passione , the series is composed of short episodes—roughly three minutes each—that originally aired on local Ryukyu Asahi Broadcasting in Okinawa before gaining wider distribution. Plot Summary
The series centers on the comedic daily adventures that ensue as these spirits integrate into Nanafa's family life. Production Details : Hiroshi Kimura Writer : Kenji Konuta Haitai Nanafa
Their quiet lives are disrupted when three spirits are unleashed from a nearby Chinese banyan tree after a seal falls off: : Two "jimunaa" (wood spirits). Iina : An incarnation of an Okinawan lion statue (Shisa). Production Details : Hiroshi Kimura Writer : Kenji
The show is often cited as a fun, quick watch for fans of the slice-of-life genre, particularly those interested in Okinawan culture and lighthearted supernatural themes. Haitai Nanafa (TV Series 2012–2013) - IMDb Haitai Nanafa (TV Series 2012–2013) - IMDb The
The story follows , a cheerful middle school girl living in Okinawa. She helps her grandmother run their family soba shop, "Kame Soba," alongside her older sister, Nao, and her younger sister, Kokona—who possesses a strong ability to sense the supernatural.
: Created by the illustrator POP , known for works like Moetan . Broadcast History : Season 1 : Aired from October to December 2012. Season 2 : Aired from April to June 2013. Total Episodes : 26. Key Characters Description Nanafa Kyan Protagonist
Supernatural entities that bring chaos and comedy to the household.