Binchō-tan

Binchō-tan

2006 · 144 min · Animation

Bincho-tan, an orphan lives alone in the forest, she always has a piece of coal bonded on her head. Occasionally, she ventures into the town situated near the mountain, in search of work opportunities. In gratitude for her work, the townspeople offer her food as a gesture of appreciation. Bincho-tan leads a challenging life, but her joyful and warm demeanor endears her to those around her, leading her to make new friends. As time goes on, one after another heartwarming stories unfold, Bincho-tan finally illuminates her smile like a happy child.

Directed by Kazuhiro Furuhashi · Written by Kazuhiro Furuhashi

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Sarah Hauser Aloe's mother/ Pukashuu / Rentan (voice)
Ai Nonaka Bincho-tan (voice)
Kikuko Inoue Narrator
Rina Sato Ren-tan (voice)
Claudia Thompson Chiku-tan (voice)
Mai Kadowaki Chiku-tan (voice)
Misato Fukuen Chiku-rin (voice)
Sakura Nogawa Kunugi-tan (voice)
Momoko Saito Aloe (voice)

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