The appeal and reviews of the new Maple Town Story: Palm Town

New Maple Town Story: Palm Town - A charming tropical adventure

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Broadcast period

January 18, 1987 - December 27, 1987 Every Sunday 8:30-9:00 (-October 4, 1987)
Every Sunday from 8:30 to 8:45 (since October 11, 1987)

■Broadcasting station

A.B.C.

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 52

■ Director

・Direction: Hiroshi Shitara

■ Production

Produced by ABC, Asahi Tsushinsha, Toei (animation)

■ Story

Jane Pica, the aunt of the main character Patty, is a female doctor who runs a hospital in Palm Town in the south. At Dr. Jane Pica's invitation, Patty leaves her parents' home and transfers to Palm Town elementary school. The Palm Town that Patty comes to is a chic town that is unimaginable from Maple Town. It has the bright sunshine and blue skies, roadside trees, white sandy beaches, wide sea, a beautiful lighthouse and a spacious yacht harbor, cute restaurants, cafes, boutiques and florists lined up on the coastal road, and the shop windows are filled with the lovely accessories that Patty admires. From Patty's perspective, unlike the idyllic Maple Town, it looks like a dynamic and dynamic big city.

■Explanation

Only Patty remained from the previous series, and now she and Laurie are the two main characters. The setting has also moved from Canada to the American West Coast, and the story has been completely revamped to be more urban and stylish.

■Cast

・Patty/Maya Okamoto ・Laurie Cocker/Sayuri Ikemoto ・Yota/Naoki Tatsuta ・Gouta/Noriko Tsukase ・Joey/Kyoko Tonmiya ・Philip/Yusaku Yara ・Florence/Michie Tomizawa ・Palabra/Kouzo Shioya ・Colton/Daisuke Gori

■ Main staff

・Planning: Yasuo Yamaguchi, Shinji Nabeshima, Azuma Kasuga, Yuko Sagawa ・Production: Saburo Yokoi ・Screenplay: Senhitsu Asakura, Tomoko Konparu, Shigeru Yanagawa, others ・Series Director: Hiroshi Shitara ・Direction: Yukio Kaizawa, Yasuo Yamayoshi, Junichi Sato ・Original characters: Tomoko Arikawa, Tsuneo Ninomiya ・Character design: Masahiro Ando ・Art design: Yuko Kobayashi ・Music: Akiko Kosaka

■ Theme songs and music

・OP
・Palm Town in the South ・Lyrics by Akiko Kosaka ・Music by Akiko Kosaka
Arrangement: Takanori Arisawa Vocals: Satoko Yamano

・ED
・Motto Friend・Lyrics by Akiko Kosaka・Music by Akiko Kosaka・Arrangement by Takanori Arisawa・Song by Satoko Yamano

New Maple Town Story: Palm Town - A charming tropical adventure

"New Maple Town Story: Palm Town", broadcast in 1987, is a sequel to the Maple Town series, depicting the new adventures of the main character Patty. This anime is set in the tropical Palm Town and depicts Patty growing up with her new friends. Below, we will take a deeper look at the appeal and details of this work.

The charm of Palm Town

Palm Town is a tropical town with a completely different atmosphere from Maple Town. Bright sunshine and blue skies, white sandy beaches and wide oceans, and a beautiful lighthouse and yacht harbor at the harbor. Cute restaurants, cafes, boutiques and florists line the coastal streets, and the shop windows are decorated with accessories that Patty longs for. These tropical scenery will add color to Patty's new life.

In contrast to Maple Town, Palm Town has a dynamic, urban atmosphere. It is Patty's first time living in a city, and many new experiences and encounters await her. The story of Patty's growth and friendships in this new environment is the main attraction of this work.

Character Appeal

Patty continues to appear as the main character from the previous film. Her innocence and kindness remain intact, and the film depicts her challenges and growth in a new environment. Patty's new friends are also charming, and the story is filled with unique characters such as Laurie Cocker, Yota, Guta, Joey, Philip, Florence, Palabra, and Colton.

In particular, Lolly Cocker plays an important role as Patty's best friend who enjoys new adventures with her. Her cheerfulness and energy support Patty's new life. Patty also learns and grows in many ways through her interactions with new friends such as Yota and Guta.

The appeal of the story

"New Maple Town Story: Palm Town" begins with Patty starting a new life in Palm Town. She transfers to Palm Town Elementary School at the invitation of her aunt Jane Pica, and embarks on various adventures with her new friends. The story focuses on Patty's growth, friendship, and family love, and is enjoyable for both children and adults.

Each episode depicts the various problems and challenges that Patty and her friends face. For example, Patty deepens her bonds with new friends through events such as making friends at school, sports tournaments, and school festivals. There are also episodes that teach the courage to face difficulties and the importance of friendship, conveying many messages to viewers.

The appeal of music

The music for this work was composed by Akiko Kosaka, whose beautiful melodies liven up the story. The opening theme, "Palm Town in the Southern Country," expresses the bright and cheerful atmosphere of Palm Town, drawing viewers into the world of the story. The ending theme, "Motto Friend," is a warm song that evokes the bond between Patty and her friends, enhancing the emotional impact of the story.

In addition, various background music is used throughout the film, effectively expressing the development of the story and the emotions of the characters. Akiko Kosaka's music is an important element that further enhances the appeal of this work.

The appeal of production

"New Maple Town Story: Palm Town" was produced as a joint project between ABC, Asahi Tsushinsha, and Toei Animation. Thanks to the efforts of the staff, including director Hiroshi Shitara, beautiful images and a moving story were realized. Character design was done by Masahiro Ando, ​​and art design was done by Yuko Kobayashi, who carefully depicted the tropical scenery and the characters' expressions in great detail.

The scripts were written by Chihitsu Asakura, Tomoko Konparu, Shigeru Yanagawa, and others, and each episode depicts the growth and friendship of Patty and her friends. Series director Hiroshi Shitara directed the show to bring out the individuality of each episode while maintaining a sense of unity. Original character designs by Tomoko Arikawa and Tsuneo Ninomiya also add color to the story.

Viewers' reactions

"New Maple Town Story: Palm Town" was loved by many viewers when it was first broadcast. In particular, children loved Patty's new adventures and stories of friendship, which created many fans. Adults also praised the storyline depicting Patty's growth and love for her family, and the series was supported by a wide range of generations.

Even today, the film is available on DVD and online, and is enjoyed by fans of the time as well as new generations. The charm of Palm Town and the story of Patty's growth continue to inspire many people across the ages.

Recommended points

"New Maple Town Story: Palm Town" is a fascinating story with beautiful tropical scenery, unique characters, and Patty's growth and friendship. It will be a good opportunity to teach children the importance of friendship and courage. It is also a work that will bring back memories and emotions for adults.

To enjoy this work, please pay attention to the following points:

• Beautiful scenery and tropical atmosphere of Palm Town
• A story of growth and friendship between Patty and her friends
• Akiko Kosaka's beautiful music
• Character designs and art carefully drawn down to the last detail
• A moving story in every episode

"New Maple Town Story: Palm Town" is a wonderful work that conveys many moving messages to the audience. Please enjoy Patty's new adventure and growth through this work.