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Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad
8.0 · 26 eps · 2004 · MADHOUSE
ComedyDramaMusicSlice of Life
Tanaka Yukio, better known by his nickname Koyuki is a 14 year old who feels disconnected from life in general. Through the act of saving a mismatched dog, he meets guitarist Minami Ryuusuke, and becomes involved in Ryuusuke's new band BECK. Koyuki's life starts to change as the band struggles towards fame.
Episodes
26
Aired
Fall 2004
Score
8.0
Popularity
#858
BandComing of AgeUrbanRock MusicMale ProtagonistEnsemble CastHeterosexualPrimarily Male Cast
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