“Sazae-san” (1969–Ongoing) isn’t just a slice-of-life classic—it holds the Guinness World Record as the longest-running animated TV series in history. With over 2,700 episodes aired since its debut in 1969, this wholesome family anime continues to be a Sunday staple in Japan. Generations have grown up with Sazae, and her story is still going strong more than five decades later. Now that’s true staying power in the world of anime! #SazaeSan #AnimeHistory #LongestRunningAnime #GuinnessWorldRecord