Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral
After an extraordinary 37-year run, Doraemon has officially ended its broadcast on Indonesian television network RCTI, bringing an emotional close to a chapter that shaped the childhoods of multiple generations. First airing in 1989, the iconic Japanese anime quickly became a household staple, accompanying viewers through school days, weekends, and family evenings for nearly four decades.
The absence of Doraemon from RCTI’s programming schedule was noticed by viewers in late 2025 and early 2026, with the show no longer appearing on the channel’s traditional time slots or digital platform. Though no formal announcement was initially made, the removal confirmed what many fans feared — the beloved series had quietly exited one of its longest-running broadcast homes.
For millions, Doraemon was far more than an animated show. Through the friendship between Doraemon and Nobita, and the imaginative gadgets pulled from the robot cat’s four-dimensional pocket, the series delivered humor, emotional depth, and gentle life lessons. Its stories transcended age, language, and time, making it one of the most culturally influential animated series in Asian television history.
The end of Doraemon on RCTI also reflects a broader shift in media consumption. As audiences increasingly move toward streaming platforms and digital content, traditional television schedules continue to evolve, even for legacy programs with deep emotional resonance. While Doraemon continues to live on through other platforms, films, and global broadcasts, its departure from RCTI marks the end of an era that defined childhood for generations in Indonesia.
Though the screen may have gone quiet, the memories of Doraemon, Nobita, and their adventures remain timeless — reminding viewers that while broadcasts may end, stories that shape our growing years never truly fade.
