Yowamushi Pedal
Common Sense is a nonprofit organization. Your purchase helps us remain independent and ad-free.
Yowamushi Pedal
Did we miss something on diversity?
Research shows a connection between kids' healthy self-esteem and positive portrayals in media. That's why we've added a new "Diverse Representations" section to our reviews that will be rolling out on an ongoing basis. You can help us help kids by suggesting a diversity update.
Suggest an Update
A Lot or a Little?
The parents' guide to what's in this TV show.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Yowamushi Pedal is a sports-themed anime series based on Wataru Watanable's manga series of the same name. It's a standard sports shonen anime with positive themes for younger audiences that include determination, hard work, having courage, friendship, and teamwork. There's some fantasy violence (fighting, bike crashes, blood) and occasional language ("damn," "hell," and "bastard").
Community Reviews
There aren't any reviews yet. Be the first to review this title.
What's the Story?
YOWAMUSHI PEDAL is an anime series about Sakamichi Onoda (voiced by Daiki Yamashita) a shy and timid teen student with a hidden talent for cycling. While trying to restart the anime club at his school Sakamichi is discovered by Shunsuke (Kôsuke Toriumi), a serious and competitive cyclist who recognizes Sakamichi's hidden potential for cycling. Through this fateful meeting Sakamichi decides to join the Sohoku High Bicycle Club, where he's thrown headfirst into the competitive world of cycling.
Is It Any Good?
This sports-themed anime about bicycle racing is a fun, fast, action-packed adventure with many positive lessons. Yowamushi Pedal is your standard sports shonen anime, centered around a group of young men who bet everything on their bicycles. Characters fill specialized roles in races and have unique abilities and perspectives that make them interesting. One character might have to dig deep during an uphill portion of a race using their unique style of pedaling to help bring the entire team to victory. There's a heavy focus on camaraderie, believing in your teammates, and supporting them no matter what. Fans of sports shonen anime won't find much new here, but the unique choice of sport, great visuals, and excellent inspirational execution make this positive and fun anime worthy of your time.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
TV Details
- Premiere date: September 14, 2021
- Cast: Daiki Yamashita
- Network: Netflix
- Genre: Drama
- Topics: Sports and Martial Arts
- TV rating: TV-14
- Last updated: January 13, 2023
Our Editors Recommend
-
Kuroko's Basketball
Fun, action-packed sports anime has positive lessons.
-
Blue Lock
Soccer gets sinister in this battle royale sports anime.
-
Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's
Toon is more sophisticated than previous series.
For kids who love anime
Common Sense Media's unbiased ratings are created by expert reviewers and aren't influenced by the product's creators or by any of our funders, affiliates, or partners.
See how we rate