The appeal and evaluation of "Flying Batta": A deep look into the masterpiece of Minna no Uta

The appeal and evaluation of "Flying Batta": A deep look into the masterpiece of Minna no Uta

"Flying Grasshopper": A classic anime born from NHK's "Minna no Uta"

"Flying Batta", a short but memorable anime series that was broadcast in August 1987, was born from NHK's "Minna no Uta" series. This work not only gives children dreams and hope, but also moves adults with its message and beautiful visuals. In this article, we will introduce detailed information about "Flying Batta", its production background, reviews, and recommended points.

Overview

"Flying Grasshopper" is an anime broadcast on NHK Educational TV (now NHK E-Tele), and is a short work with only one episode and a broadcast time of just two minutes. However, the message and beautiful images conveyed in that short time left a strong impression on viewers.

■ Public Media
TV anime series
■ Original Media
others
■ Broadcast period
August 1987
■Broadcasting station
・Broadcasting/NHK Educational TV (NHK E-Tele)
■Frequencies
2 minutes
■ Number of Episodes
Episode 1
■ Production
Illustration by Seizo Tajima
■Works
©NHK

story

"The Flying Grasshopper" is the story of a grasshopper who achieves his dream of flying. Unlike other insects, grasshoppers cannot fly. However, the grasshopper does not give up and keeps trying, and eventually achieves his dream. This story conveys the message that it is important to have dreams, and that dreams can come true if you work hard.

Background

"Flying Batta" was produced as part of NHK's "Minna no Uta" series. "Minna no Uta" is known as an educational program for children and has produced many classic animations. "Flying Batta" is one of them, and was praised for the beautiful visuals and storytelling of Seizo Tajima, who was in charge of the illustrations.

Seizo Tajima is a Japanese illustrator and animator. His works are used in many commercial works as well as educational programs for children, and his unique touch and sense of color are highly praised. In "Flying Grasshopper," his beautiful drawings enhance the appeal of the work.

evaluation

"Flying Grasshopper" has been highly praised since it was first broadcast. It was especially well received by children, who said they learned the importance of having dreams. Many adults also commented that they were touched by the message that "if you work hard, your dreams will come true."

Seizo Tajima's beautiful illustrations were also highly praised. His illustrations not only give children dreams and hope, but also move adults with their beauty and messages. "The Flying Grasshopper" is loved by many people as a work that is able to convey many things in a short time.

Recommended points

"Flying Grasshopper" is a work that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. The following points are especially recommended.

  • The importance of having dreams : The story of the grasshopper achieving his dream of flying teaches children the importance of having dreams.
  • The importance of hard work : The grasshopper's refusal to give up and his constant efforts conveys the message that dreams can come true if you work hard.
  • Beautiful visuals : Seizo Tajima's beautiful illustrations not only give children dreams and hope, but also inspire adults with their beauty and message.
  • A message conveyed in a short amount of time : This film manages to convey a lot in just two minutes.

Related Titles

"Flying Grasshopper" was produced as part of the NHK "Minna no Uta" series. There are many other classic anime in the "Minna no Uta" series. Below, we will introduce some recommended works that were broadcast in the "Minna no Uta" series, just like "Flying Grasshopper".

  • "Grandpa's Lamp" : This work was broadcast in 1972 and was praised for its beautiful music and story.
  • "The Kind Lion" : This drama aired in 1974 and was well-received for its story that taught children the importance of kindness.
  • "Pata Pata Mama" : This drama aired in 1980 and was praised for its story that conveyed family love to children.

How to watch

"Flying Grasshopper" can be viewed on the NHK official website or through video streaming services. Please check it out by clicking the link below.

summary

"Flying Grasshopper" is a masterpiece anime born from the NHK "Minna no Uta" series. In just two minutes, the story conveys the importance of having dreams and the importance of hard work, and was praised for its beautiful visuals by Seizo Tajima. It is loved by many people as a work that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Please watch it and experience the moving experience.

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