Hyouka (2012)
A beautifully animated Japanese mystery series following a reluctant student who uncovers long-buried secrets through the power of curiosity.
Hyouka - Series Information
- Original Title: 氷菓
- First Air Year: 2012
- Last Air Year: 2012
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Mystery, Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (26 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 22
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: April 23, 2012 (United States - TV-14), April 23, 2012 (Canada - 14+), April 23, 2012 (Germany - 12), April 23, 2012 (France - 10), April 23, 2012 (Australia - M), April 23, 2012 (Brazil - 10), April 23, 2012 (Mexico - B-15), April 23, 2012 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: Chiba TV
- Production Companies: Kyoto Animation
- Production Countries: Japan
- Alternative Titles: ปริศนาความทรงจำ (TH), 冰菓 (CN), Hyouka (IT), 古籍研究社 (TW), Хьока (UA), Postre helado (MX), Hyōka (JP)
Hyouka - Plot
Oreki Houtarou is a minimalistic high school boy. One day, he joins the Classic Literature Club at his elder sister's request. There he meets Chitanda Eru, Fukube Satoshi, and Ibara Mayaka. Chitanda is a calm beautiful girl but she turns into an embodiment of curiosity once she says, "I'm curious." Fukube is a smiling boy with a fantastic memory who calls himself a database. Ibara is a short girl and is strict with others and herself. They begin to investigate a case that occurred 45 years ago. Hints of the mystery are buried in an old collection of works of the former members of Classics Club. The collection is titled "Hyouka."
Hyouka - Trailer
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Hyouka - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Yuichi Nakamura
- Satomi Sato
- Daisuke Sakaguchi
- Ai Kayano
- Asuka Konno
- Ichitaro Ai
- Yoshihisa Kawahara
- Shiori Mikami
- Eiji Miyashita
- Aoi Yuuki
Writers
- Shoji Gato
- Maiko Nishioka
- Katsuhiko Muramoto
Hyouka - FAQs
Where can you stream Hyouka online?
Hyouka is available to stream on Crunchyroll, including via the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel. Episodes can also be purchased digitally through the Apple TV Store. Crunchyroll remains the most accessible platform for international viewers looking to watch the series.
Is Hyouka based on a light novel?
Yes, Hyouka is adapted from a series of light novels written by Honobu Yonezawa. The original novel series, known as the Koten-bu series in Japan, began in 2001. Kyoto Animation produced the anime adaptation, which aired in 2012 and faithfully captures the novels' introspective, mystery-driven tone.
Who voices the main characters in Hyouka?
The principal voice cast includes Yuichi Nakamura as Hōtarō Oreki, Satomi Sato as Eru Chitanda, Daisuke Sakaguchi as Satoshi Fukube, and Ai Kayano as Mayaka Ibara. Additional roles are performed by Aoi Yuuki, Satsuki Yukino, Jun Fukuyama, and Yukana.
Will Hyouka ever get a second season?
As of now, no second season of Hyouka has been officially announced. The series ended in 2012 after one season of 22 episodes. While fan demand remains strong and additional source material exists in Honobu Yonezawa's novel series, Kyoto Animation has not confirmed any continuation.
What is Hyouka about?
Hyouka follows energy-conserving high schooler Hōtarō Oreki, who reluctantly joins the Classics Literature Club. Alongside the intensely curious Eru Chitanda and two friends, he investigates everyday mysteries, culminating in uncovering a 45-year-old secret buried within the club's old anthology titled Hyouka.
Is Hyouka worth watching for non-anime fans?
Hyouka is widely praised for its stunning Kyoto Animation visuals, nuanced characters, and gentle mystery storytelling. Critics highlight its introspective tone and slow-burn character development as strengths. Viewers who appreciate thoughtful, atmosphere-driven narratives — even without prior anime experience — tend to find it deeply rewarding.
When did Hyouka first air?
Hyouka first aired on April 23, 2012, in multiple regions including the United States, Canada, Germany, France, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, and South Korea. The series was broadcast on Chiba TV in Japan and concluded later that same year after 22 episodes.
Who composed the music for Hyouka?
The soundtrack for Hyouka was composed by Kohei Tanaka, a veteran Japanese composer known for his work across anime and video games. His score for the series complements the show's reflective, mystery-infused atmosphere, blending delicate orchestral arrangements with the quiet, curious mood of the Classics Club's investigations.
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