The Way of the Househusband

Name: The Way of the Househusband
Director: Chiaki Kon
Genre: Comedy, Animation
Released: 2021-04-08
Rating: 8.3
Cast: Kenjiro Tsuda, Shizuka Itoh, Kazuyuki Okitsu, Mao Ichimichi, Yoshimasa Hosoya

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AnimeJapanese anime

Year: 2021
Country: JP
Language: ja
Genre: Comedy, Animation
Rating: 8.3/10
Status: Ended
Seasons: 2
Episodes: 15
Director: Chiaki Kon

Plot Overview

After disappearing from the underworld, the legendary yakuza known as the "Immortal Dragon" resurfaces — as a fiercely devoted stay-at-home husband.

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Director

Chiaki Kon

Cast & Key Characters

Kenjiro Tsuda in The Way of the Househusband

Kenjiro TsudaTatsu (voice)

Shizuka Itoh in The Way of the Househusband

Shizuka ItohMiku (voice)

Kazuyuki Okitsu in The Way of the Househusband

Kazuyuki OkitsuMasa (voice)

Mao Ichimichi in The Way of the Househusband

Mao IchimichiGin (voice)

Yoshimasa Hosoya in The Way of the Househusband

Yoshimasa HosoyaTorajiro (voice)

Hirofumi Nojima in The Way of the Househusband

Hirofumi NojimaOtaku (voice)

Masashi Nogawa in The Way of the Househusband

Masashi NogawaPolice Officer Nagai (voice)

Junichi Yanagita in The Way of the Househusband

Junichi YanagitaJunior Police Officer (voice)

Jun Fukushima in The Way of the Househusband

Jun FukushimaKunimi Clan First Lieutenant (voice)

Atsuko Tanaka in The Way of the Househusband

Atsuko TanakaHibari Torii (voice)

Shota Yamamoto in The Way of the Househusband

Shota YamamotoYakuza A (voice)

Hochu Otsuka in The Way of the Househusband

Hochu OtsukaRetired Yakuza Boss (voice)

Writers

SYSusumu Yamakawa KOKousuke Oono

Production

J.C.STAFF Netflix

Season & Episode Breakdown

Season 1 10 episodes

1 Episode 1 2021-04-08
2 Episode 2 2021-04-08
3 Episode 3 2021-04-08
4 Episode 4 2021-04-08
5 Episode 5 2021-04-08
6 Episode 6 2021-10-07
7 Episode 7 2021-10-07
8 Episode 8 2021-10-07
9 Episode 9 2021-10-07
10 Episode 10 2021-10-07

Season 2 5 episodes

Everyone's favorite ex-yakuza is back! He's clipping coupons, planning penny-saving meals — and taking his job as a househusband very, very seriously.

1 Episode 1 2023-01-01
2 Episode 2 2023-01-01
3 Episode 3 2023-01-01
4 Episode 4 2023-01-01
5 Episode 5 2023-01-01

Critical Reception & Ratings

The Way of the Househusband is rated 8.3 out of 10 by viewers — 515 votes.

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is The Way of the Househusband about?

After disappearing from the underworld, the legendary yakuza known as the "Immortal Dragon" resurfaces — as a fiercely devoted stay-at-home husband.

How many seasons and episodes does The Way of the Househusband have?

2 seasons and 15 episodes.

Is The Way of the Househusband still airing, and will there be another season?

This series has ended. It finished after 2 seasons and 15 episodes; no new season announced according to TMDB. According to TMDB; data last refreshed October 19, 2026.

Who stars in The Way of the Househusband?

Kenjiro Tsuda, Shizuka Itoh, Kazuyuki Okitsu, Mao Ichimichi, Yoshimasa Hosoya, Hirofumi Nojima.

Who is the director of The Way of the Househusband?

Chiaki Kon.

When was The Way of the Househusband released?

2021.

Where can I watch The Way of the Househusband?

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