Title

Doraemon

Also known as: ドラえもん, 哆啦A梦, 도라에몽

by F. Fujio Fujiko

Score from AniList: 80/100finished45 volumes821 chapters

Adventure Comedy Sci-Fi More like Doraemon

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Doraemon, a cat shaped robot which came from the 22nd century in the future, goes back in time in order to help Nobita, a below average lazy kid, to make his life less miserable and improve his descendent's life. With many of Doreamon's gadgets from the future, Nobita's life will never be as the same.

Chapters available: 821
Type: Manga

Hoard Verdict

The StoryHoard editorial verdict

★ 4.5/5

A timeless classic about a robot cat from the future who helps a below-average boy with gadgets that go wrong in wonderful ways, and its warm, episodic charm has delighted generations.

Pros

Timeless, endearing characters
Clever, imaginative gadgets

Cons

Very episodic structure
Dated in places

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Read the full take

Doraemon, a cat-shaped robot which came from the twenty-second century, goes back in time to help Nobita, a below-average boy with a rough life. That premise is one of the most beloved in manga history: a gentle, funny friendship powered by gadgets that never quite work as intended. The series is built on warmth and imagination.The strength is the heart. Doraemon and Nobita have a lovable bond, and the gadgets are inventive and funny. The episodic stories are easy to pick up and enjoy.The weaknesses are clear. The episodic structure means the stories rarely build toward a larger arc, and some of the humour feels dated. Readers used to serialised drama may find it simple.Recommended for readers of all ages who want a warm, timeless comedy. Expect a delightful, episodic ride.