What is Moyasimon?#
Moyasimon (also known as Moyashimon: Tales of Agriculture) is a unique blend of comedy and fantasy. The story follows Tadayasu Sawaki, a first-year student at an agricultural university. Unlike his peers, Tadayasu possesses a rare gift: he can see and communicate with micro-organisms and bacteria, which appear to him as large, distinct characters rather than microscopic specks.
Throughout his college journey, Tadayasu navigates his studies with the help of Professor Keizō Itsuki—who is already aware of Tadayasu’s abilities due to his grandfather—and interacts with others like Haruka Hasegawa and his friend Kei Yūki, whose family operates a sake brewery. If you are looking for a lighthearted series that mixes academic life with imaginative fantasy elements, you can watch the anime on Prime Video.
Is the anime really finished?#
If you are wondering whether the anime provides a complete experience, the answer is nuanced. While the anime adaptations have concluded their runs, the story originates from a manga that ran from 2004 to 2013. Because the anime is an adaptation of this extensive source material, those seeking a fully satisfying conclusion to all the plot points and character arcs will likely need to dive into the manga.
Furthermore, the world of Moyasimon is expanding again. While the original manga ended in January 2014, Masayuki Ishikawa has announced a new sequel manga titled Moyashimon+, scheduled to begin serialization in Afternoon in January 2025. For those who want to stay current with the series, we recommend you buy the manga to catch up on the original story before the sequel arrives.
Audience and Appeal#
Moyasimon is best suited for viewers who enjoy “slice-of-life” comedy with an educational twist. Its primary appeal lies in the whimsical personification of bacteria and the fascination of agricultural science. It is a relaxing watch that appeals to fans of fantasy and those who enjoy seeing a niche subject—like microbiology—brought to life through a comedic lens.
If you enjoy the quirky nature of the show, you might also want to browse for Moyasimon merchandise to bring some of those friendly bacteria into your own home.
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Depending on how much of the story you want to consume, here are the best paths to follow. For a detailed look at how these entries connect, please refer to the relationship tree below the article.
Release Order#
If you prefer to experience the series as it was released to the public:
- Moyashimon (Anime, 2007)
- Moyashimon Returns (Anime, 2012)
Completionist Order#
For those who want every single detail and the most complete narrative arc:
- Moyashimon (Anime)
- Moyashimon Returns (Anime)
- Moyashimon (Original Manga, 2004–2013)
- Moyashimon+ (Sequel Manga, starting 2025)
The “Source Material” Path#
For readers who don’t mind moving from the screen to the page to get the full story, we suggest watching the anime series first to get a feel for the characters and then switching to the original manga for the comprehensive ending, followed by the upcoming sequel.
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Moyasimon • manga • 2004-07-27 to 2013-04-23 (serialized in Evening, 2004 #16 - 2013 #10)
└─(adaptation)→ Moyashimon • anime • 2007-10-11 to 2007-12-20
└─(related)→ Moyashimon Returns • anime • 2012-07-01 to 2012-09-14
└─(sequel)→ Moyashimon+ • manga • 2024-11-25 (serialized in Afternoon, Jan 2025)
