Usagi Drop (2011)

In the heart of Usagi Drop, we find Daikichi, a 30-year-old workaholic, who, despite his bustling life, takes a pause to attend his grandfather's funeral. He has always been more focused on his career, leaving the romantic side of his life untouched. Amidst the solemnity of the funeral, he stumbles upon a shocking revelation—his grandfather's six-year-old daughter, Rin, his aunt in relation. Rin, a tender soul, is mysteriously alone in the world with no trace of her mother. Her quiet demeanor and shyness make her seem almost invisible, and tragically, her relatives seem equally indifferent towards her. Discussions of Rin's future are brushed off as bothersome and the family decides to abandon the innocent child to the cold, unfamiliar confines of an orphanage. Appalled by their callousness, Daikichi's heart is filled with righteous rage. Swimming against the current of family indifference, he takes a leap of faith and decides to adopt Rin. Usagi Drop paints a vivid, heartwarming portrait of Daikichi's journey as he navigates the uncharted waters of single parenthood. As Daikichi and Rin struggle to weave their lives together, they embark on an arduous but fulfilling journey of shared laughter, tears, and the purest form of love. This poignant story is an exploration of family beyond blood ties and the transformative power of unwavering compassion. Brace yourself for a deeply moving voyage through Usagi Drop, where the unexpected turns of life will change you, just as they changed Daikichi and Rin.

Usagi Drop is an anime show featuring Hiroshi Tsuchida.

Usagi Drop is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Retrocrush and Tubi TV and it's also available on Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Funimation Now and Viewster Amazon Channel.

It is also possible to buy Usagi Drop on Amazon Video, Apple TV and Google Play Movies.