Although the image of " Doraemon " is of a warm cartoon filled with laughter and futuristic gadgets, over the decades there have been stories that moved fans deeply, becoming unforgettable memories—from actual plot events to rumors spreading online. Thairath Online introduces 3 sad Doraemon stories that make fans tear up when they read them.
Doraemon (also called " Doremon " in Thailand) is a robotic cat from the 22nd century sent back in time to help " Nobita " a lazy boy. Doraemon uses magical gadgets from his four-dimensional pocket to help Nobita overcome challenges, though these gadgets often cause chaos with valuable lessons.
The cartoon was created by Fujiko F. Fujio (pen name of Hiroshi Fujimoto ), a Japanese manga artist. Doraemon was first published in 1969 and later adapted into animation, movies, and many other media, becoming one of the world’s most popular and influential comics.
One of the most praised and heartfelt Doraemon episodes is " Goodbye, Doraemon " (Goodbye, Doraemon), where Doraemon must return to the future after completing his mission to care for Nobita.
Knowing Doraemon is leaving, Nobita decides to prove he can live without magical gadgets. He challenges Gian alone and, despite being beaten, refuses to give up. Nobita’s determination ultimately makes Gian stop fighting.
Doraemon watches over Nobita as he falls asleep, worried, then returns to the future, leaving warm memories behind. This episode is not Doraemon’s permanent end, as a later story, "The Return of Doraemon," depicts their reunion.
Before becoming the familiar blue robotic cat, Doraemon was originally yellow with cat-like ears.
According to the official origin story, a robot mouse bit Doraemon’s ears causing damage so severe he lost them and had to undergo repairs. This event caused him to develop a strong fear of mice.
Afterward, Doraemon was so saddened by his appearance that he cried for a long time, causing the yellow paint on his body to peel off gradually, revealing the blue color fans recognize today.
Another story that saddened many fans is a widespread internet rumor from decades ago claiming Doraemon was never real.
This tale suggests Nobita is a patient in a coma or suffering from a severe illness, and all the adventures with Doraemon and the gadgets are just his imagination to escape reality.
Though widely circulated and one of the most famous Doraemon theories, this is purely fan fiction. It never appeared in the official manga or anime, and the creators never confirmed it as Doraemon’s ending.
However, even though Doraemon is a children’s cartoon, many episodes deeply explore themes of friendship, bonds, growth, and accepting change. It’s no surprise these stories remain cherished memories for fans worldwide today.
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