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Maya the Bee Episode Ratings

Also known as: Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken

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Maya, a newborn honeybee, brims with curiosity about the world around her. From the time she is born, she is brought up to be a worker bee, but it is difficult for her to understand and follow the strict rules of the hive because of her individuality and strong desire for independence. Having collected all the honey around the honeycomb, Maya decides to set out on an adventure to find a flower garden in order to collect more honey for the hive. Her intentions are noble, but because she leaves the hive without permission, the Queen sends Maya's friend Willy to search for the little troublemaker. Willy joins Maya in her quest, and together, beyond the familiar hive, the two friends marvel at the sheer beauty that nature has to offer. Through many experiences—sometimes enjoyable, sometimes terrible or sad—and encounters with various insects, Maya matures into a strong and wise honeybee. (Source: Nipponanimation)

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Maya the Bee

52 episodes
8.9

Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken

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Ratings last updated: October 8, 2026

At a glance

Episodes
52
Franchise
1 part
Aired
Apr 1, 1975 – Apr 20, 1976
Average rating
8.9/10
Best episode
Episode 39.2“Into the Light”

Best Maya the Bee episodes

  1. Episode 3Into the Light9.2

Lowest-rated Maya the Bee episodes

  1. Episode 1Maya is born8.7

Maya the Bee Episode Rating Chart

This episode rating chart shows all 52 episodes of Maya the Bee, based on MyAnimeList ratings. The average episode score is 8.9/10. The highest-rated episode is Episode 3 "Into the Light" with a score of 9.2/10, while the lowest-rated is Episode 1 "Maya is born" at 8.7/10. 2 of 2 rated episodes (100%) score 8.0 or above, placing them in the Great or higher tier on the AnimeGraphs rating scale.

Maya the Bee episode list

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1Maya is bornApr 1, 19758.7
2A vow with dreamsApr 8, 1975N/A
3Into the LightApr 15, 19759.2
4Putting Home BehindApr 22, 1975N/A
5A rose has thorns and beesApr 29, 1975N/A
6Schnook the dragonflyMay 6, 1975N/A
7Pook the houseflyMay 13, 1975N/A
8The spider and the lullabyMay 20, 1975N/A
9Shelter from the rainMay 27, 1975N/A
10Nest-building poemJun 3, 1975N/A
11A worm is a wormJun 10, 1975N/A
12Missing child uproarJun 17, 1975N/A
13Willie becomes an antJun 24, 1975N/A
14A family of earwigsJul 1, 1975N/A
15Maya's promiseJul 8, 1975N/A
16Phillip's big pinchJul 22, 1975N/A
17100 hearts and 100 legsJul 29, 1975N/A
18The rain frog's blunderAug 12, 1975N/A
19Tear Through the WindAug 19, 1975N/A
20Friends in the earthAug 26, 1975N/A
21A troublesome grandmaSep 2, 1975N/A
22Maya, captain for a daySep 9, 1975N/A
23Fly, Phillip!Sep 16, 1975N/A
24The cicada's songSep 23, 1975N/A
25The ant's sixth childSep 30, 1975N/A
26Cricket's melodyOct 7, 1975N/A
27Perilous journeyOct 14, 1975N/A
28Beware of impostersOct 21, 1975N/A
29The locusts are comingOct 28, 1975N/A
30Maya's wishNov 4, 1975N/A
31I want to be bigNov 11, 1975N/A
32Uproar in the cactus patchNov 18, 1975N/A
33Run, runNov 25, 1975N/A
34I want a houseDec 2, 1975N/A
35Friends in the waterDec 9, 1975N/A
36Maya becomes a motherDec 16, 1975N/A
37Two PhillipsJan 6, 1976N/A
38Big, big WillardDec 23, 1975N/A
39Kitty the flea childJan 13, 1976N/A
40Maya in the snowJan 20, 1976N/A
41Spring's hereFeb 3, 1976N/A
42Jack the mothFeb 10, 1976N/A
43Ant ranchFeb 17, 1976N/A
44Maya's pothole planFeb 24, 1976N/A
45Liar roachMar 2, 1976N/A
46A new friendMar 9, 1976N/A
47Champion all aloneMar 16, 1976N/A
48Fly egg uproarMar 23, 1976N/A
49Bart the honeybeeMar 30, 1976N/A
50Anthony the ant childApr 6, 1976N/A
51Trap of the waspsApr 13, 1976N/A
52Welcome home, MayaApr 20, 1976N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Maya the Bee have?

Maya the Bee has 52 episodes. 2 of them have a MyAnimeList rating.

What is the best Maya the Bee episode?

The highest-rated Maya the Bee episode is Episode 3 "Into the Light" (9.2/10) on MyAnimeList, followed by Episode 1 "Maya is born" (8.7/10).

What is the lowest-rated Maya the Bee episode?

The lowest-rated Maya the Bee episode is Episode 1 "Maya is born" (8.7/10) on MyAnimeList.

What is the average episode rating for Maya the Bee?

The average episode rating for Maya the Bee is 8.9/10 across 2 rated episodes on MyAnimeList. 2 of them (100%) score 8.0 or above.