Time Trouble Tondekeman! - A thorough review of the fusion of time travel and adventure

Time Trouble Tondekeman! - A thorough review of the fusion of time travel and adventure

The appeal and evaluation of "Time Trouble Tondekeman!"

Introduction

The anime series "Time Trouble Tondekeman!", which aired in 1989, was loved by many viewers as a comedy anime with a time travel theme. The story revolves around the kettle-shaped time machine "Tondekeman" invented by Dr. Leonardo, and follows the protagonists Hayato and Yumi as they travel back in time to 9th century Baghdad and embark on various adventures. Here, we will take a closer look at the appeal, reviews, and recommended points of this work.

Overview

■ Public Media
TV anime series
■ Original Media
Anime Original
■ Broadcast period
October 1989
■Broadcasting station
Fuji Television Broadcasting
■Frequencies
half an hour
■ Number of Episodes
Episode 39
■Original Story
Production Lead
■ Director
・Director: Kunihiko Yuyama
■ Production
Produced by: Fuji Television, FCI, FCC, Ashi Productions
■Works
©FCC, Ashi Productions, Fuji Television, FCI
■ Story

"Tondekeman" is a time machine created by local inventor Dr. Leonardo. It is a unique machine that is shaped like a kettle and can speak. One day, while experimenting with the machine, Tondekeman activates, and Hayato and Yumi time travel to 9th century Baghdad. When they arrive, they get separated from Tondekeman and are unable to return to the present. By chance, they rescue Princess Sharara who is being chased, and he and Prince Dandan help them search for Tondekeman. But... Will they be able to get back Tondekeman, which is stolen by Abdullah, who is after the princess, while causing chaos every time, and return safely to the present? Come on! A time-and-space adventure story with unique characters begins!

■Cast

・Tondekeman, Professor Leonardo / Shigeru Chiba ・Hayato / Yuji Mitsuya ・Yumi / Kumiko Nishihara ・Dandan / Akira Kamiya ・Aladdin / Yuko Mita ・Shalala, drum score / Ray Sakuma ・Abdullah / Junpei Takiguchi ・The Genie of the Lamp, Oratoru / Shigezo Sasaoka

■ Main staff

Produced by: Atsuyoshi Numata (FCI), Sumiaki Ueno (Fuji Television), Masao Takiyama (Fuji Eight), Toshihiko Sato; Planning by: Masashi Oka (Fuji Television)
・Screenplay/Junki Takegami ・Director/Kunihiko Yuyama ・Character design/Toyo Ashida ・Art director/Torao Arai ・Color setting/Michiaki Nakano ・Sound director/Fusanobu Fujiyama ・Director of photography/Takeshi Fukuda ・Editors/Toshio Henmi, Kazuhiko Seki, Hiroshi Furuhashi ・Music/Noriyuki Asakura, Jun Irie ・Producers/Kenji Shimizu, Yuko Kato (Fuji Television), Hiroshi Kato ・Production/Fuji Television, FCI, FCC, Ashi Productions

■ Main Characters

・Tondekeman/
A kettle-shaped time machine invented by Dr. Leonardo. For some reason, it speaks the Kansai dialect fluently, recognizes the person holding it as "master", and only listens to what the master says, making it both an ally and enemy. Time travel is created by the hot water coming from the Tondekeman's hot water outlet. It travels through a time tunnel called "Tokigen no Ana".
・Hayato the Prodigy/
A boy who loves soccer and aspires to become a professional soccer player in the future. He is sent back in time by Professor Leonardo's Tondekeman experiment and is unable to return to present-day Japan.
・Yumi Shinmai/
She is a girl who loves music and aspires to become a professional in the future, and is in a rock band. She is good friends with Hayato, but she happens to be present during Professor Leonardo's Tondekeman experiment and is sent back in time, unable to return to present-day Japan.
・Dandan/
The foolish prince of Baghdad. He is madly in love with Princess Sharara.
・Princess Shalala/
Princess of Baghdad. Is she engaged to be with Dandan, who is from a wealthy family? She's quite an airhead.
・Aladdin /
A child not yet 10 years old who has a fire-breathing dragon called "Drumsuko" with him. He respects Hayato as his big brother.
・Abdullah /
A cunning villain, he is ordered by a mysterious man called Grand Duke Orator to capture Princess Sharara.
・Dr. Leonardo/
As the creator of Tondekeman, he is also the one who used Hayato and Yumi in his experiments. But his true identity is...
・Genie of the Lamp/
The genie of the lamp, visible only to Superman, appears when you rub the lamp and takes you anywhere.

■Subtitle

Episode 1: Okami-san, it's a kettle! (1989/10/19)
Episode 2: Genius Comes When You Forget About It (1989/10/26)
Episode 3: The Trojan Horse is Troy (1989/11/02)
Episode 4: The Sphinx is Dead! (1989/11/09)
Episode 5: Poseido Adventure (1989/11/16)
Episode 6: Do your best with the Emperor Drink (1989/11/23)
Episode 7: Amazoness vs. Mr. Lady (1989/11/30)
・Episode 8: Dragon Quest Legend!? (1989/12/07)
Episode 9: Fake Tondekeman Appears!! (1989/12/14)
Episode 10: Princess Sharara's Star is Born! (1989/12/21)
Episode 11: The Secret Plan to Banish Dandan!? (1990/01/11)
Episode 12: The Untouchables' Big Uproar! (1990/01/18)
Episode 13: The Big King is a Viking!? (1990/01/25)
Episode 14: The Earth is Moving After All (1990/02/01)
Episode 15: The Abnormal Love of Dr. Edison (1990/02/08)
Episode 16: Dracula Comes to the Capital! (1990/02/15)
Episode 17: Back to the West (1990/02/22)
・Episode 18: Secret of the Mana Sword Ex-Calibaa (1990/03/01)
Episode 19: Big Eruption! Bombay Escape Plan (1990/03/08)
Episode 20: How many ninjas are there in total? (1990/03/15)
Episode 21: Napoleon is weak to gals (1990/03/22)
Episode 22: Three Hundred Million Years in Search of Mother? (1990/03/29)
Episode 23: Burn! The Fiery Martial Arts Marathon! (1990/04/13)
・Episode 24/Secret Report! The Legend of Cleopatra (1990/04/20)
Episode 25: The Greatest Race in History! (1990/04/27)
Episode 26: Runaway Train (1990/05/11)
Episode 27: Oxygen Deprivation! A Space Journey in 2101 (1990/05/18)
・Episode 28: The Extraordinary Adventure of Detective Sherlock Holmes (1990/05/25)
・Episode 29: The Original Top Gun: An Unusual Battle (1990/06/01)
Episode 30: The Untouchables II (1990/06/08)
Episode 31: 20,000 Miles Under the Sea! An Extraordinary Journey (1990/06/15)
Episode 32: Princess Sharara's Roman Holiday (1990/06/22)
Episode 33: The Abnormal Rose of Versailles? (1990/07/08)
Episode 34: Explosion! The Great Dandan Mine Operation (1990/07/15)
Episode 35: Moving! A home run to the sun! (1990/07/29)
Episode 36: The Microscopic Princess Sharara (August 5, 1990)
Episode 37: Shalala's Love in Venice (1990/08/19)
Episode 38: Big Explosion! The Last Time Journey (1990/08/19)
Episode 39: A huge mess! The last day of the Earth!? (Final episode) (1990/08/26)

Appeal of the work

The biggest appeal of "Time Trouble Tondekeman!" is its unique setting and humorous story development. The unusual idea of ​​a time machine in the shape of a kettle gave viewers a fresh surprise. Also, the setting that Tondekeman speaks in the Kansai dialect is also an element that makes the character endearing.

The protagonists, Hayato and Yumi, travel from present day to 9th century Baghdad, encountering various historical figures and events. Each episode is set in a variety of time periods and places, from the Sphinx of Ancient Egypt to the Wild West and even futuristic space, ensuring viewers a new adventure every time.

The individuality of the characters is also one of the charms of this work. Hayato is a boy who loves soccer, and Yumi is a girl who loves music, making them relatable characters for modern audiences. Furthermore, unique characters such as Prince Dandan, Princess Shalala, and Aladdin add excitement to the story. In particular, Prince Dandan's airheadedness and Princess Shalala's airheadedness provide laughs for viewers.

The villain Abdullah is also impressive, and his cunning schemes and the scene where he tries to steal Tondekeman create tension. The true identity of Professor Leonardo and the actions of the genie also add depth to the story.

Evaluation and acceptance

"Time Trouble Tondekeman!" has been popular with children since it was first broadcast. In particular, the theme of time travel stimulated children's imaginations, and they looked forward to each adventure. In addition, the humorous story development and the individuality of the characters were also loved by viewers.

However, adult viewers were divided on the show. While the time travel theme was intriguing, some felt the story was too childish. Also, some viewers felt that each episode was separate and lacked continuity.

Nevertheless, the series continues to be loved by many viewers for its unique setting and humor. In particular, Tondekeman's Kansai dialect and the individuality of the characters made a strong impression on viewers. The adventures in each episode also stimulated children's imaginations, providing an opportunity for them to learn about history and culture while having fun.

Recommended points

Here are some reasons why we recommend "Time Trouble Tondekeman!"

  • Unique setting and humor : The series is appealing for its unique setting and humorous story development, including a kettle-shaped time machine called "Tondekeman" and characters who speak in Kansai dialect.
  • Diverse adventures : From ancient Egypt to the futuristic universe, enjoy adventures set in a variety of time periods and places. Each episode offers new discoveries that will inspire your imagination.
  • Unique characters : Hayato, Yumi, Prince Dandan, Princess Sharara, and other unique characters add excitement to the story. In particular, Prince Dandan's airheadedness and Princess Sharara's airheadedness provide laughs to viewers.
  • Educational for Kids : Each episode has a historical and cultural opportunity to educate kids, so they can learn while having fun.

summary

"Time Trouble Tondekeman!" is an anime series with a unique setting, humorous storyline, unique characters, and colorful adventures. It is especially popular with children, and offers an opportunity to learn about history and culture while having fun. It is recommended for those who are interested in the theme of time travel and those who want to enjoy a humorous anime. By watching this work, viewers will be able to discover new things and laugh.

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