Is Mashin Hero Wataru appropriate for children?

Mashin Hero Wataru is an action-packed anime about a boy piloting giant robots in fantastical battles. While it contains no inappropriate language, sexual content, or horror, the **strong violence** throughout makes it better suited for older children rather than younger viewers. Consider your child's age and sensitivity to action sequences before watching.

What age is Mashin Hero Wataru suitable for?

Our verdict for Mashin Hero Wataru is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Mashin Hero Wataru safe for children?

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

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Horror / Scary

None

About this TV show

Type

TV Show

Released

1988

Rating

Genre

Animation, Action & Adventure, Kids, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Synopsis

Mashin Hero Wataru is a comedy/adventure Super Robot multimedia franchise originally consisting of 45 episode anime series created by Sunrise first aired on April 15, 1988. Sunrise credited "Hajime Yatate" for the storyline and Shuji Iuchi directed the series. The series employs a kinetic visual gag style, often employing characters running with their feet over their shoulders derived from Sunrise's previous Super Robot anime series Choriki Robo Galatt.

Cast

Mayumi Tanaka

Wataru Ikusabe (voice)

Tessyo Genda

Ryujinmaru (voice)

Megumi Hayashibara

Himiko Shinobibe (voice)

Tomomichi Nishimura

Shibaraku Tsurugibe (voice)

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

High stimulus

This 1988 action-adventure anime features fast-paced fight scenes, rapid scene changes, and bright colors typical of Super Robot shows, making it more stimulating than ideal for infants and toddlers.

Stimulus rating reflects pacing, visual complexity, and sensory intensity — factors associated with attention development in children under 3. Learn more

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to watch

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Generally safe

Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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