🧭 Watch order guide
Manga Hajimete Monogatari watch order
Manga Hajimete Monogatari watch order at a glance
- 1.Manga Hajimete Monogatari TV Series · 1978
- 2.Manga Hajimete Monogatari OVA OVA · optional · 1978
- 3.Manga Doushite Monogatari TV Series · 1984
- 4.Manga Naruhodo Monogatari TV Series · 1986
- 5.Shin Manga Naruhodo Monogatari TV Series · 1988
Binge plan
How long each way through the franchise takes, what you can skip, and where the story goes next.
Main story only
9d 8h
4 parts, in order
113 days at 2 hours a day
Everything
9d 9h
5 entries incl. OVAs and specials
113 days at 2 hours a day
4
core entries
0
movies to include
2
recaps / alt versions to skip
9d 8h
total core runtime
Where the hours go
Core story and movies in watch order · 9d 8h in total · longest: Manga Hajimete Monogatari
- Manga Hajimete Monogatari5d 7h
- Manga Doushite Monogatari41h 40m
- Manga Naruhodo Monogatari42h 30m
- Shin Manga Naruhodo Monogatari13h 20m
Show as table
| Item | Runtime |
|---|---|
| Manga Hajimete Monogatari | 5d 7h |
| Manga Doushite Monogatari | 41h 40m |
| Manga Naruhodo Monogatari | 42h 30m |
| Shin Manga Naruhodo Monogatari | 13h 20m |
Compare the seasons
The main story part by part: community score (Kitsu), length, filler share, and studio.
| Part | Year | Episodes | Score | Filler | Studio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manga Hajimete Monogatari | 1978 | 305 | – | – | – |
| Manga Doushite Monogatari | 1984 | 100 | – | – | – |
| Manga Naruhodo Monogatari | 1986 | 102 | – | – | – |
| Shin Manga Naruhodo Monogatari | 1988 | 40 | – | – | – |
Filler shows only for parts with a filler list. Scores move as people rate, so this table refreshes daily.
Recommended order
- 1
- 2
Side storyoptionalManga Hajimete Monogatari OVAOVA · 1978 · 1 ep · 52m
Side story / OVA – optional but adds context.
- 3
- 4
- 5
MainShin Manga Naruhodo MonogatariTV Series · 1988 · 40 ep · 13h 20m
Core story – watch in this order.
Safe to skip
Recap compilations and alternative cuts that retell episodes you will already have seen.
Release order
- 1Manga Hajimete Monogatari OVA1978-01
- 2Manga Hajimete Monogatari1978-05
- 3Manga Doushite Monogatari OVA1984-01
- 4Manga Doushite Monogatari1984-04
- 5Manga Naruhodo Monogatari OVA1986-01
- 6Manga Naruhodo Monogatari1986-04
- 7Shin Manga Naruhodo Monogatari1988-04
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Manga Hajimete Monogatari watch order FAQ
What order should I watch Manga Hajimete Monogatari in?
Follow the recommended order above: Manga Hajimete Monogatari → Manga Doushite Monogatari → Manga Naruhodo Monogatari → Shin Manga Naruhodo Monogatari. Movies and side stories are slotted after the season they relate to.
How long does it take to watch all of Manga Hajimete Monogatari?
The core story and movies run about 9d 8h. At two hours a day that is roughly 113 days.
How many seasons does Manga Hajimete Monogatari have?
4 parts make up the main story and 1 side story or OVAs.
Can I skip the Manga Hajimete Monogatari recaps?
Yes. Manga Doushite Monogatari OVA, Manga Naruhodo Monogatari OVA retell events you have already seen and can be skipped.