Himitsu no Akko-chan Season 2: A reevaluation of the magic mirror and the story of growth

Himitsu no Akko-chan Season 2: A reevaluation of the magic mirror and the story of growth

The appeal and evaluation of the second season of "Himitsu no Akko-chan"

"Himitsu no Akko-chan" is an anime series based on the original work by Fujio Akatsuka, and its second season aired from October 9, 1988 to December 24, 1989. This series, which aired on Fuji TV every Sunday from 6:00 p.m. for 30 minutes, entertained viewers for a long period of 61 episodes. Here we will introduce its appeal, reviews, and detailed information.

Overview

"Himitsu no Akko-chan" is a story about a girl named Akko who uses a magic compact to transform into various things and go on adventures with her friends and family. The second season is an original story for the anime, and while retaining the essence of the original work, new characters and developments have been added.

Background

This series is a collaboration between Toei Animation, Fuji Television Network, and Yomiko Advertising Agency, and perfectly recreates Akatsuka Fujio's unique humor and warmth in the animated series. The production team put a lot of effort into the character design and storytelling to bring out the best in the original work.

Cast and characters

The role of Akko was played by Horie Mitsuko, whose bright and lively voice was loved by viewers. Characters with unique personalities, such as Sugiyama Kazuko as Moko, Shioya Tsubasa as the general, and Irokawa Kyoko as Professor Moriyama, liven up the story. In particular, the performances of Ginga Banjou as Akko's father and Ota Yoshiko as Akko's mother make you feel the warmth of a family.

■Cast

・Akko/Mitsuko Horie・Moko/Kasuko Sugiyama・General/Tsubasa Shioya・Mr. Moriyama/Kyoko Irokawa・Shosho/Katsue Miwa・Shippona/Naoko Watanabe・Chikako/Keiko Yamamoto・Ganmo/Noriko Tsukase, Yuko Mita・Gyoro/Michitaka Kobayashi・Kio/Shigeru Nakahara・Kankichi/Noriko Uemura・Akko's dad/Banjō Ginga・Akko's mom/Yoshiko Ota・Mr. Sato/Masaharu Sato

Stories and episodes

The story of the second season depicts new transformations and adventures in each episode, so viewers will not get bored. Particularly memorable episodes include episode 13, "Ganmo's Rakugo Master Theatre," and episode 14, "The Transfer Student is a Dangerous Guy." In these episodes, Akko's transformation using her compact is at the center of the story, and humor and emotion are mixed together.

■Subtitle

・Episode 1
・Episode 2
・Episode 3
Episode 4
・Episode 5
Episode 6
・Episode 7
Episode 8
Episode 9
Episode 10
・Episode 11
・Episode 12
Episode 13: Ganmo's Rakugo Master Theatre (1989/01/15)
Episode 14: The Transfer Student is a Dangerous Guy (1989/01/22)
Episode 15: Battle! The Snowman Battle (1989/01/29)
Episode 16: Run! Hayate the Famous Horse (1989/02/05)
Episode 17: The Rumored Girl is White Magic (1989/02/12)
Episode 18: Out-of-Season Butterfly (1989/02/19)
Episode 19: I can't use my compact (1989/02/26)
Episode 20: The Wolf is Alone (1989/03/05)
Episode 21: The Stewardess I Admire (1989/03/12)
Episode 22: Dad's Cherry Blossom Viewing Story (1989/03/19)
Episode 23: It's hard to be an idol! (1989/03/26)
Episode 24: General Foie Gras' Rebellion (April 2, 1989)
Episode 25: Matchmaking should be elegant (April 9, 1989)
Episode 26: Kankichi and the Blue-Eyed Girl (1989/04/16)
Episode 27: The Raccoon Incident in the Haunted House (1989/04/23)
Episode 28: The Love of a Villainous Female Wrestler (1989/04/30)
Episode 29: Keo disappears in the mirror (1989/05/07)
Episode 30: The Remaining of Hakkeyo! (1989/05/14)
Episode 31: The Bride Loves Horror (1989/05/21)
Episode 32: Moko and the Dreaming Prince (1989/05/28)
Episode 33: Go Chick-chan (1989/06/04)
・Episode 34/Akko's African Story (1989/06/11)
Episode 35: Father and Daughter's Battle Without Honor or Humanity (1989/06/18)
Episode 36: King Enma's Conquest of the General (1989/06/25)
・Episode 37: The Gourmet Ramen Business Success Story (1989/07/02)
Episode 38: Dreaming Ballerina! (1989/07/09)
Episode 39: Frog's Child is a Frog (1989/07/23)
Episode 40: Detective Stories of the Flowering Edo (1989/07/30)
Episode 41: Fireflies on a Midsummer Night (August 6, 1989)
Episode 42: I want a great big brother! (1989/08/13)
Episode 43: The Ant and the Grasshopper (1989/08/20)
・Episode 44: Akko and the others' drifting adventure (1989/08/27)
Episode 45: Obatarian in the Water (1989/09/03)
Episode 46: Love's Wankosoba Tour (1989/09/10)
Episode 47: Princess Kaguya Cries in the Moonlight (1989/09/17)
Episode 48: Dad and Mom's Youth Story (1989/09/24)
Episode 49: A big crisis with a ghost story on the stairs (1989/10/01)
Episode 50: Akko is a Great Pitcher (1989/10/08)
Episode 51: Eh! The Final Transformation? (1989/10/15)
Episode 52: The Story of Dog and Cat (1989/10/22)
Episode 53: The Farm Girl's Wish (1989/10/29)
Episode 54: The General's Great Love-Love Strategy (1989/11/05)
Episode 55: The Great Magic Madonna (1989/11/12)
Episode 56: Mom's Tennis Class (1989/11/19)
Episode 57: Save the TV Game Boy! (1989/11/26)
Episode 58: Akko is a beautiful office lady!? (1989/12/03)
Episode 59: I wish you happiness, Professor Moriyama! (December 10, 1989)
Episode 60: The Day Keo Disappears (1989/12/17)
Episode 61: The Compact of My Heart (1989/12/24)

Evaluation and Appeal

The second season of "Himitsu no Akko-chan" has an exquisite balance of humor and emotion, and has been loved by a wide range of people, from children to adults. In particular, the episodes depicting Akko's growth and her bond with her family warm the hearts of viewers. In addition, each transformation scene is not only visually enjoyable, but also adds depth to the story's development.

The animation quality is also high, and Toei Animation's technical capabilities shine through. The character designs capture the atmosphere of the original while bringing out the unique charm of anime. Music is also an important element in adding excitement to the story, and the theme songs and background music make this a memorable work for viewers.

Recommended points

The second season of "Himitsu no Akko-chan" can be recommended for the following reasons.

  • A balance of humor and emotion : Every episode will have you laughing and crying, never letting you get bored.
  • Appealing characters : A wide variety of unique characters, including Akko, add excitement to the story.
  • Fun transformation scenes : The transformation scenes using the compacts are not only visually enjoyable, but also add depth to the story.
  • Family Ties : Episodes depicting Akko's bond with her family will warm the hearts of viewers.
  • Animation quality : Toei Animation's technical prowess shines through, with beautiful character designs and background art.
  • The appeal of the music : The theme song and background music add excitement to the story, making it a memorable work for viewers.

summary

The second season of Himitsu no Akko-chan is one of the most highly acclaimed anime series based on the original work by Fujio Akatsuka. Many elements of the series attract viewers, including the balance of humor and emotion, the charm of the characters, the fun transformation scenes, the family ties, the quality of the animation, and the appeal of the music. Please watch this series and enjoy Akko's adventures and growth.

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