Tamako Market Timeline ( Real )

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January 10, 2013

TV Anime 'Tamako Market' Premiere

The anime television series 'Tamako Market' premiered in Japan, introducing audiences to the story of Tamako Kitashirakawa in a shopping district.

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March 28, 2013

Tamako Market Anime Series Conclusion

The original run of the 'Tamako Market' anime series concluded after 12 episodes.

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2013

Announcement of 'Tamako Love Story' Film

Announcement and promotional activities for 'Tamako Love Story,' a theatrical film sequel to the 'Tamako Market' anime series.

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April 26, 2014

Release of 'Tamako Love Story' Film

The 'Tamako Love Story' animated film was released, continuing the story from the original TV series.

Tamako Market Timeline ( Fictional )

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Spring, Early School Year

Tamako's Everyday Life Begins

Tamako Kitashirakawa goes about her daily life in the Usagiyama Shopping District, helping at her family’s mochi shop.

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Spring Festival Season

Mochi Festival Preparations

The community prepares for the annual Mochi Festival to celebrate tradition and culture.

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Spring, Early School Year

Dera Arrives

A peculiar talking bird named Dera arrives from a distant land and stays with Tamako, becoming her companion.

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Spring, Early School Year

Tamako Meets Mochizou

Tamako reunites with her childhood friend Mochizou Ohara, who has returned to the district after some time away.

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Early Winter

Usagiyama Shopping District’s Winter Preparations

The shopping district prepares decorations and festivities for the upcoming winter season and New Year’s celebrations.

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Winter, Late School Year

Mochizou’s Confession

Mochizou gathers courage and confesses his feelings to Tamako, adding complexity to their relationship.

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Winter Festival Season

The Annual Mochi Festival

The district holds its annual Mochi Festival with various events, including contests and traditional mochi making.

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Late Winter

Dera Leaves

After fulfilling his mission, Dera departs from the shopping district, leaving Tamako and friends with bittersweet memories.