The anime Takopi's Original Sin, in Trailer

School bullying, loneliness, regrets… the anime Takopi’s Original Sin (Le Péché originel de Takopi, Takopii no Genzai) promises to be a poignant and mature work, a far cry from its childlike appearance.

The animated series Takopi’s Original Sin, which will have a total of 6 episodes, starts streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Netflix on June 28, 2025.

Genre: Shonen, Slice of Life, School Life, Drama, Sci-Fi

Synopsis – Takopi’s Original Sin

The Original Sin of Takopi follows Takopii, an alien who comes to Earth to spread happiness. After meeting Shizuka, a 9-year-old girl who is a victim of bullying and only finds comfort with her dog Chappy, Takopii decides to use the gadgets from his world to improve her life.

Unfortunately, the situation turns to tragedy when Shizuka commits suicide after a tragic event. Determined to change things, Takopii uses a gadget to travel back in time and try to save Shizuka.

Trailer – anime Takopi’s Original Sin

Staff Animation – Takopi’s Original Sin

Mangaka: Taizan 5
Director: Shinya Iino (Dr. Stone)
Screenwriter: Shinya Iino
Character Design: Keita Nagahara

Information about the manga The Original Sin of Takopi

The manga Takopi's Original Sin (Le Péché originel de Takopi, Takopii no Genzai) by Taizan 5 started in 2021 under the Shueisha publishing house and has a total of 2 volumes bound in Japan.