Old Enough! (1990– ) User Reviews

One of the funniest (and most bizarre) reality shows

[nukhetagar · 8/10 · 30 April 2022]

This show is first shocking (I've never seen two year old kids perform actual tasks such as going to the grocery store before). But then, you get into it and accept it as part of the culture. And hilarity ensues. Especially when the chores go awry. Seeing how someone tries to deal with problems they are facing for the first time is quite hilarious at times, and also nostalgic.

Definite guilty pleasure watch.

heartwarming

[Weirdo-Magnet · 9/10 · 20 April 2022]

What a lovely series.

Watching these cute kids perform their first errands is both heartwarming and sometimes hilarious.

Seeing the entire community looking out for them and encouraging them to carry on really shows the difference, compared to other cultures. Plus seeing the camera operators running around trying to stay inconspicuous and trying to catch up with them is so entertaining in itself.

I really hope Netflix add more episodes soon as i could literally watch this all day.

Hilarious and heartwarming

[ian1993 · 9/10 · 1 May 2022]

I put it on to see what it was like and ended up binge watching all 20 episodes on Netflix. The concept is to see how toddlers (youngest is 2, oldest is 4) handle a bit of independence with errands. The children are clearly kept safe with a whole crew following them with their cameras disguised and giving a helping hand if necessary when the children are struggling or got scared.

I would recommend giving this a watch if you want a laugh and maybe cry over the most heartwarming moments.

American parents could learn from this!

[youdontknowjacque · 10/10 · 1 May 2022]

It's fascinating how shortsighted Americans are judging Japanese parents or this show.

I was born & raised as a young child in Tokyo then moved to the States. My mom said my first errand was around 3 years old, and this is a very common thing. I love how the kids want to prove to themselves and their parents they are capable and responsible.

Tokyo is the safest city in the world and the Japanese culture is very much "it takes a village to raise a child" mentality where complete strangers do look out/are helpful to children and each other.

The haters likely don't understand the vast cultural differences outside of the US, so I'd like to point out how honor, respect, and independence is stressed at a very early age in Japan, and how that carries over to society at large. The US is behind in education, health, safety (quality of life) compared to most developed nations, so best not question the judgement of these parents.

Great job little ones! Can't wait for more episodes.

Would watch every season

[HypnoticPoison7 · 10/10 · 19 April 2022]

This show is fairly educational if you want to learn about Japanese culture, food, customs, architecture, and various different environments. That kept me watching after the initial plot drew me in. It's really interesting to watch how capable toddlers are when given the chance and we should all learn something from that. Children are able to do much more and could use more independence and less helicopter parenting, and this show encourages just that.

Wholesome

[kosareka · 10/10 · 28 April 2022]

It's really wholesome, and i'm pretty sure that it gives the children lots of selfconfidence while maintaining a safe, controlled environment for them.

Warning: This show is Addictive!

[Trilby16 · 10/10 · 25 May 2022]

Having raised children who were very small at the height of the missing kids on milk cartons paranoia, this show is fascinating. Of course the toddlers are not totally alone on their adventures, but for the most part they seem to think they are. These are big adventures for them, as they say so seriously "I am on an errand."

It's lovely how grownups all along the way look out for the kids with such kindness. And the kids' relationships with their families is delightful to see. It's a fascinating glimpse into small cities and towns in different corners of Japan.

Beautifully simple and heartwarming

[AsadoKimchi · 10/10 · 31 December 2022]

The show basically shows children (between 2 and 4 years old) running their first errand in Japan. It sounds like a simple idea but there are so many different aspects to this show.

Through the show, you will learn about how children deal with all kinds of problems and how they think. Sometimes they are focused on their errand, sometimes they are more worried about their parents, many other times you'll see how easily distracted they get. Always with the degree of innocence that children have.

You'll laugh, smile and sometimes even cry. It's very wholesome.

In addition, you'll learn a bit of the Japanese culture, it's towns, foods, safety and attitude towards kids.

Amazing show overall.

Great

[coles_notes · 8/10 · 7 June 2022]

A classic Japanese reality series (original title Hajimete no otsukai) following toddlers going on their first errand alone, Netflix has subbed 10 new episodes for us and they're all as cute as ever. They even do some follow up on the older episodes finding the young toddlers as now young adults which was fun to see. However they released this in early January, I would have much preferred a mid December release as would have loved to watch this with my family over the winter holidays. Missed opportunity but still a great show, would highly recommend. In the need for some significant eye bleach this week, Old Enough! Arrived at the absolutely perfect time. A Japanese reality show which has aired since the 90s, Old Enough has subbed a number of episodes to English for Netflix. Each short 10 minute episode tasks a toddler with a really important errand, one they are arguably much too young for, and then follow them with cameras to see what they do. Seeing a 3 year old attempt to walk a km away to bring orange juice to his grandpa, muttering to himself the whole way, just makes the most adorable and heartwarming television. Massive crews protect and watch the kids at all times (besides Japan being an incredibly safe country) so you never really worry about the kids, its just a simple concept to laugh as children stumble, but more often than not succeed, in the world of adults. I would highly recommend this show, peak reality television.

It's cute. It's kinda funny. It's reality TV

[adamoz-94687 · 7/10 · 18 April 2022]

It's exactly what you expect. Cute kids being kids, trying to do adult things. Sometimes it's just fun to see em process tasks and simple life things in their own unique way. It's ofc got the reality TV feel to it, but it's a nice wholesome break from the world.

Everyone should watch as a family

[spambortner · 10/10 · 22 May 2022]

This is so heart warming, I hope they have more seasons. If not bring the series back. I have no idea where it could be made in America. If not here than in Japan again.

I mean...

[cwswanny · 3/10 · 16 April 2022]

If you get something from this then I'm happy for you. It's fine but a bit soaked in saccharine sauce. I'd rather just follow the goings of the markets they visit as those are the vastly more compelling parts of the show.

Things to keep in mind when watching...

[nathan-p-hart · 10/10 · 1 October 2023]

• The show is based on errand culture in Japan that is not for toddlers, but for elementary school age.

• With that in mind, the show meticulously plans everything to ensure safety of the children.

• Crews make sure children stay on the correct route, do not go out into traffic, and will step in if anything compromises safety.

• Shops, bus drivers, neighbors, etc are all made aware of the filming so they can help out as well.

This controlled atmosphere makes a great way for the toddlers on the show to build confidence and develop skills for life that will make them successful as they grow up and should be celebrated. It's disheartening to hear Americans criticize this show. It melts my heart to see the parents in the show celebrate the child's success, even if they bought the wrong fish or forgot one of the items from the list. The sense of accomplishment you see in the child's face in the end is amazing.

Also, if you love Japanese cuisine as much as I do, you will be craving sushi, rice balls, buns, and noodles while watching. Yum.

Okay just weird

[mauimicloudcom · 12 July 2022]

I watch fewer episodes of the the snow. It's extremely weird to watch kids go running errands alone without their parents. It's popular to have kids to store alone and walk back home without adults.