“Polar bear Shirokuma runs a cafe with Penguin and Panda, hosting quirky animal-human adventures and daily life.”
Polar Bear Cafe
しろくまカフェ
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Synopsis
Polar bear Shirokuma runs a cafe with Penguin and Panda, hosting quirky animal-human adventures and daily life.
Situated near the local zoo and owned by the charismatic polar bear Shirokuma, Shirokuma Cafe is a popular spot for animals and humans alike, allowing them to sit back and relax after a hard day of work. Whether it's a cold beverage or the latest item on his menu, Shirokuma finds joy in being able to serve his customers, often striking up conversations about various subjects. Together with the sarcastic Penguin and the clumsy Panda, they form an odd trio who get themselves caught up in all sorts of misadventures with their other friends such as Grizzly, a bar owner, and Sasako, a human who works at the cafe. From dealing with unrequited love, outdoor camping trips, karaoke sessions, and even the secret to brewing delicious coffee, there's always something bound to be happening in Shirokuma Cafe!
What people say
Community consensus
Derived from 27 sampled reviews
What 27 viewers settled on.
Mostly aligned
σ 1.34 · some divergence
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Not enough recommend signal yet
↑ 0.52
Running avg · Apr 2012 → Jan 2025
- 9 “It's not always easy to stay on the right side of the line between cozy and boring. Polar Bear Cafe handles it flawlessly. The main source of drama is the romantic haplessness of an unlikeable...”
- 8 “This slice-of-life anime delivers surprising emotional depth, making me laugh, cry, and feel frustration in ways I didn't expect. While there's no traditional story arc, the characters show...”
- 10 “Shirokuma Cafe has become my absolute favorite anime, surpassing even Usagi Drop, thanks to its dear, funny, and touching characters paired with phenomenal voice acting where Pengie-san shines...”
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- Format 50 × 24′ eps × min
- Total runtime 20h 00m all episodes
- Aired Apr 2012 – Mar 2013 Spring 2012
- Source Tv media type
- Rated G All Ages
- Ref. BS-6814 catalog
Produced by
- TV Tokyo Producer
- Avex Entertainment Producer