Kotarou wa Hitorigurashi

Kotarou is an enigmatic four-year-old boy who moves into a local apartment complex entirely on his own. Without any parents or guardians to guide him, he takes up residence as a solitary tenant, immediately standing out among the other residents. Despite his remarkably young age, Kotarou navigates daily life with a surprising level of independence, managing his own affairs in a way that defies every expectation for a child his age. His unusual living situation naturally draws the attention and deep concern of the people residing in the neighboring units. The adults around him find themselves bewildered by how perfectly capable he is of taking care of himself without any outside assistance. Yet, beneath their worry lies a growing curiosity about the mysterious circumstances that led a small child to live completely alone. As the neighbors observe his self-sufficient routine, they are left grappling with the stark contrast between his tender age and his extraordinary ability to survive independently.