Fune Isono

Mother of the Isono family, in the original work the owner of a strict and fierce temperament

Wife of Namihei and mother of the Isono family. In the original manga, she has a strict and fierce temperament and often scolds her family. In the anime, she is depicted as a gentle mother figure.

Quotes

  • The maid isn't straightforward.
  • The home is a woman's castle.
  • You all, behave yourselves.
  • This is also education.
  • Goodness, kids these days.

Trivia

  • In the original work, a strict mother with a fierce temperament, but in the anime, depicted as a gentle mother.
  • The origin of the name 'Fune' is particularly unclear in relation to the maiden name 'Ishida'.
  • Among fans of the anime version, Fune has a strong impression of being quiet and kind.
  • Machiko Hasegawa is said to have come up with the Isono family character settings near her home at Momochi-hama, Sawara Ward, Fukuoka City.
  • The Sazae-san family bronze statue is installed in front of Sakurashinmachi Station, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo.
  • While the anime continues airing, multiple live-action drama versions have been produced, but the actresses for Fune have changed over time.

Alternate names

Fune

Tags

Sazae-san Isono family Machiko Hasegawa National comic Home comedy Family comic Namihei's wife Showa culture

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female

Appearance

Overall appearance
In the original work, a calm-mannered middle-aged woman with a strict atmosphere. In the anime, she almost always has a gentle and kind expression.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Dignified appearance in traditional Japanese clothing
  • Calm expression
Iconic items
  • Traditional Japanese attire
  • White cleaning cloth
  • Housework apron

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Strict
Detailed personality
In the original work, the owner of a fierce temperament who often deals strictly with her family. She also had aspects of speaking ill or harassing, but she is a family-oriented mother. In the anime version, her personality has changed to be somewhat milder and kinder.
Keywords
  • Strict
  • Family-oriented
  • Hot-tempered
  • Caring
  • Motherly
Talents
  • Proficient in all household chores
  • The one who keeps the family together
  • Authoritative motherhood
Skills
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning
  • Household budget management
Motivation
Protecting the happiness and harmony of the family
Favorite foods
Japanese food, Home cooking
Favorite places
Isono home
Disliked situations
Family disorder, Extravagance and wasteful spending

History

Backstory
Wife of Namihei, who was the pillar of the Isono family. Maiden name Ishida. In the original work, she strictly valued discipline, sometimes showing more presence than the family head and scolding the family. With the anime adaptation, the image of a quiet and gentle mother became prominent.
Debut date
April 22, 1946
Work title
Sazae-san
Media type
Manga

Original serialization start

Significant event
Original serialization start
Description
Serialization began on April 22, 1946, in the Yūkan Fukunichi newspaper.

Anime broadcast start

Significant event
Anime broadcast start
Description
TV anime broadcasting started on October 5, 1969, on the Fuji TV network.

Machiko Hasegawa Art Museum opening

Significant event
Machiko Hasegawa Art Museum opening
Description
In 1985, the Machiko Hasegawa Art Museum opened, and character copyright management began.

Bronze statue installation

Significant event
Bronze statue installation
Description
In 2012, a bronze statue of the Isono family was installed in Sakurashinmachi, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo.

Relationships

Namihei Isono

Spouse

Husband. The family pillar but mild with scatterbrained aspects, so Fune often manages the house.

Sazae Isono

Child

Eldest daughter. Central figure of the family and always a lively troublemaker.

Katsuo Isono

Child

Eldest son. Mischievous and clumsy elementary school student.

Wakame Isono

Child

Second daughter. Bright, innocent, and energetic child.

Sazae Fuguta

Child

Lives together as a family member and interacts as a warm mother.

Isono family

Isono family: matriarch

Media appearances

Sazae-san

Manga / Supporting

1946–1974

Sazae-san (TV anime)

Anime / Supporting

1969–present

Sazae-san movie series

Movie / Supporting

1948–1961

Sazae-san (various live-action drama versions)

TV drama / Supporting

1955–2019

Voice cast and creators

Ichirō Nagai

Voice actor
Ichirō Nagai
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version (co-starring as Namihei role)

Midori Katō

Voice actor
Midori Katō
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version (Sazae role)
Notes
Also as Fune in special appearances, etc.

Machiko Hasegawa

Creator name
Machiko Hasegawa
Role
Original author

Related goods

Sazae-san character goods

Item name
Sazae-san character goods
Category
Apparel
Availability
Regular

Sazae-san karuta

Item name
Sazae-san karuta
Category
Stationery
Availability
Regular

Anime figures

Item name
Anime figures
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular