"Goldfish Warning!": A look back at nostalgic '90s anime "Kingyo Warning!", which aired from 1991 to 1992, is a TV anime series based on the manga of the same name by Nekobe Neko. This work was very popular among children at the time and was loved by many viewers. In this article, we will take a closer look at this nostalgic work and introduce its charms and highlights. Overview "Goldfish Warning!" aired on ANB (now TV Asahi) from January 12, 1991 to February 29, 1992, every Saturday from 7:00 to 7:30 PM. It was a long-running series of 54 episodes, with many episodes drawn as 30-minute anime. It was produced by Toei (Toei Animation), ANB, and Toei Agency, and the copyright is owned by Nekobe Neko, Kodansha, and Toei Animation. Main Staff The original work was by Nekobe Neko, produced by Nippon Animation, and written by Keiko Maruo and other staff members. Character design and animation direction was by Satoru Iriyoshi, and art design was by Takamura Mukuo. The director is Junichi Sato, whose direction also adds to the appeal of this work. Story and Characters "Goldfish Warning!" is a comedy anime set in the countryside at Shin-Inaka Junior High School, depicting the daily lives of students with unique personalities. The main characters are Chi-chan, Wapiko, and Gyopi-chan, each with their own unique personality. Chi-chan is portrayed as energetic and clumsy, Wapiko is a rich girl and a bit of a fool, and Gyopi-chan is portrayed as an innocent and pure-hearted character. Each episode features a humorous depiction of school life, friendship, and romance, entertaining viewers. For example, the first episode features a mysterious transfer student and the opening of Shininakano Junior High School, while the second episode features a spy scam and Gyopi-chan's disappearance, providing new developments to enjoy every time. There are also many episodes with seasonal themes, such as Valentine's Day, cherry blossom viewing, and summer festivals, allowing viewers to feel the change of seasons. Attractions and attractions The greatest appeal of "Goldfish Warning!" is its humor and the appeal of its characters. Chi-chan's lively personality, Wapico's ladylike nature, and Gyopi-chan's naivety are all perfectly intertwined to make you laugh. Also, each episode has a different theme, so viewers won't get bored. For example, there are many situations that children can relate to, such as field trips, tennis tournaments, and camp cooking. Furthermore, many episodes reflect the culture and trends of the 90s, evoking nostalgia for viewers of the time. For example, golf, ballet, fireworks festivals, and other elements that children of the time admired and were interested in are included. The character designs and background art also exude the warmth and nostalgia of 90s anime. Subtitles and Episode Details Below are the subtitles and details of each episode: - Episode 1A: The Mysterious Transfer Student (1991/01/12) - A mysterious transfer student appears at Shininaka Junior High School, making Chi-chan and her friends' daily lives more lively.
- Episode 1B: Opening of Shininakano Junior High School - The opening ceremony for Shininakano Junior High School is held, and Chi-chan and her friends begin their new school life.
- Episode 2A: Spy Incident (1991/01/19) - Rumors spread that a spy has infiltrated the school, and Chi-chan and her friends begin to investigate.
- Episode 2B: Gyopi-chan goes missing - Gyopi-chan suddenly goes missing, and Chi-chan and her friends begin searching for her.
- Episode 3A: I Want to Go on a Field Trip! (1991/01/26) - The day of the field trip approaches and Chi-chan and her friends are excited, but trouble occurs.
- Episode 3B: The Exciting Kankeri Tournament - A kankeri tournament is held and Chi-chan and her friends participate, but unexpected developments await.
- Episode 4A: Takapi in Love (Heart Mark) (02/02/1991) - Takapi falls in love, and Chi-chan and the others support him, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 4B: Training to be a young lady begins with the tea ceremony - Wapiko begins her training as a young lady and tries her hand at the tea ceremony, but keeps failing.
- Episode 5A: Valentine's Day is Tough (02/09/1991) - As Valentine's Day approaches, Chi-chan and her friends try their hand at making chocolates, but run into trouble.
- Episode 5B: Evacuation Drill Competition - An evacuation drill is held at school and Chi-chan and her friends take part, but unexpected developments await them.
- Episode 6A: Protect the Yakisoba Bread (1991/02/15) - Chi-chan and her friends' beloved yakisoba bread is in danger, so they fight to protect it.
- Episode 6B: A bell for Chi-chan - Chi-chan is given a bell and her behavior changes.
- Episode 7A: A Personal Interview of Love and Tears (02/23/1991) - As the day of the personal interview approaches, Chi-chan and the others get nervous, but an unexpected turn of events awaits.
- Episode 7B: Wapiko Gets Perfect Score - Wapiko studies hard to get a perfect score, but keeps running into trouble.
- Episode 8A: I Hate Uniforms (02/03/1991) - Chi-chan hates the uniform and suggests a new way of dressing, but this leads to a lot of trouble.
- Episode 8B: Don't Forget Day - A day is designated to encourage everyone not to forget anything, and Chi-chan and her friends struggle with it, but they keep running into trouble.
- Episode 9A: Beware of Spells (03/09/1991) - Chi-chan and her friends try their hand at a spell, but run into trouble.
- Episode 9B: Yurika and Chitose are sisters!? - Chi-chan and the others are surprised when they find out that Yurika and Chitose are sisters, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 10A: I Hate Uniforms (1991/03/16) - Chi-chan once again hates her uniform and suggests a new way of dressing, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 10B: Don't Forget Day - A day has been set aside again to remind everyone not to forget things, and Chi-chan and her friends try their best, but they run into trouble one after another.
- Episode 11A: Big Cleaning is Fun (1991/03/23) - As the day for the big cleanup approaches, Chi-chan and her friends are looking forward to it, but troubles keep arising.
- Episode 11B: Chi-chan Goes on a Date - Chi-chan tries to go on a date, but runs into trouble.
- Episode 12A: Chi-chan's Winning Tennis Strategy!? (1991/03/30) - Chi-chan enters a tennis tournament and devises a winning strategy, but runs into one trouble after another.
- Episode 12B: Food Crisis! Survival at a Villa?? - As survival life at the villa begins, Chi-chan and her friends face a food crisis.
- Episode 13A: Hohoho's Cherry Blossom Viewing (04/06/1991) - As cherry blossom viewing day approaches, Chi-chan and the others are looking forward to it, but troubles keep arising.
- Episode 13B: Aoi's kisses for 500 yen? - Chi-chan and the others are surprised when Aoi starts selling kisses for 500 yen, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 12A: Cherry Blossom Viewing in Friendship (1991/04/13) - Cherry blossom viewing day is approaching again, and Chi-chan and the others are looking forward to it, but trouble keeps arising.
- Episode 12B: Aoi-chan's kisses are 500 yen!? - Chi-chan and the others are surprised when Aoi starts selling kisses for 500 yen again, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 13A: Wapiko's Tennis Winning Method (1991/04/20) - Wapiko enters a tennis tournament and shows off her winning method, but runs into trouble.
- Episode 13B: Fun Camp Cooking - Cooking time at the campsite has begun and Chi-chan and the others are looking forward to it, but troubles keep arising.
- Episode 14A: Lose Weight During the Physical Fitness Test (1991/04/27) - With the day of the physical fitness test approaching, Chi-chan and her friends try to go on a diet, but run into trouble.
- Episode 14B: The Scary Letter of Misfortune - An unfortunate letter arrives at school, and Chi-chan and her friends are frightened, leading to one trouble after another.
- Episode 15A: No Forgiveness (04/05/1991) - A day to remind everyone not to forget things is once again set, and Chi-chan and her friends try their best, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 15B: Exams Are No Problem - As the exam day approaches, Chi-chan and her friends study hard, but they keep running into trouble.
- Episode 16A: Chi-chan, the Dreaming Girl (1991/05/11) - This episode depicts Chi-chan's dream and her adventures in her dreams, but she encounters one trouble after another.
- Episode 16B: The Appearance of the Delinquent Girl Owapi - Wapiko appears as a delinquent girl, surprising Chi-chan and the others, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 17A: Chi-chan Becomes a Teacher (1991/05/18) - This episode sees Chi-chan become a teacher, and describes her teaching methods, but she runs into a lot of trouble.
- Episode 17B: Build it! The Ina Junior High Pool - Construction of the Ina Junior High Pool begins, and Chi-chan and her friends work hard, but run into one problem after another.
- Episode 18A: Hahaha's Michael (1991/05/25) - A character named Michael appears, surprising Chi-chan and the others, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 18B: The Strange Flower-Blooming Old Man - Chi-chan and the others are surprised when the Flower-Blooming Old Man appears, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 19A: I Want to Eat the Ultimate Snack (01/06/1991) - Chi-chan and her friends struggle to find the ultimate snack, but run into trouble.
- Episode 19B: Youth through Dodgeball - A dodgeball tournament is held and Chi-chan and her friends participate, but troubles arise one after another.
- Episode 20A: Let's Play Golf (1991/06/08) - Chi-chan and her friends try their hand at golf, but run into one trouble after another.
- Episode 20B: Takapi comes up with a solid plan - Takapi comes up with a solid plan and Chi-chan and the others cooperate, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 20A: Let's Play Golf (1991/06/15) - Chi-chan and her friends try their hand at golf again, but run into trouble.
- Episode 20B: Takapi comes up with a solid plan - Takapi once again comes up with a solid plan, and Chi-chan and the others cooperate, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 21A: Gyopizel and Gretel the Cow (06/22/1991) - Gyopi appears in the story of Hansel and Gretel, surprising Chi-chan and the others, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 21B: The Potechi Kidnapping Incident - Potechi is kidnapped, and Chi-chan and the others search for him, but troubles keep arising.
- Episode 22A: Wapiko's Energetic Rock (1991/06/29) - Wapiko tries her hand at rock and roll, and Chi-chan and the others cheer her on, but she keeps running into trouble.
- Episode 22B: Something's Strange About Chi-chan - Chi-chan starts acting strangely, surprising her friends, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 23A: Aoi-chan is an Idol (1991/07/06) - Aoi debuts as an idol, and Chi-chan and the others support her, but troubles arise one after another.
- Episode 23B: Wapiko Becomes President? - This episode shows Wapiko's leadership as she becomes president, but she faces a lot of trouble.
- Episode 24A: Rain, Sunshine, Bon Odori (1991/07/13) - As the day of the Bon Odori approaches, Chi-chan and her friends are looking forward to it, but troubles keep arising.
- Episode 24B: Secret Plan to Sneak Out of Class - Chi-chan and her friends come up with a plan to sneak out of class, but run into trouble.
- Episode 25A: Gyopi-chan's First Love (July 20, 1991) - This episode is about Gyopi-chan's first love, and shows her pure heart, but troubles arise one after another.
- Episode 25B: It's the Crazy Fireworks Festival - The fireworks festival is taking place and Chi-chan and her friends are looking forward to it, but troubles keep arising.
- Episode 26A: The Beautiful Boys' Gang Arrives (1991/07/27) - Chi-chan and her friends are surprised when a group of beautiful boys appears, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 26B: Happy Test of Courage - A test of courage is held and Chi-chan and her friends take part, but they run into trouble one after another.
- Episode 27A: Seaside Love is Girly (08/03/1991) - A seaside love story begins, and Chi-chan and the others support them, but troubles keep arising.
- Episode 27B: Shark Panic - A shark appears and Chi-chan and the others panic, causing trouble one after another.
- Episode 28A: The Mysterious Monster Inassi (1991/08/10) - The monster Inassi appears, surprising Chi-chan and her friends, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 28B: The Koolakura Endurance Competition - A Koolakura endurance competition is held, and Chi-chan and her friends participate, but troubles arise one after another.
- Episode 29A: Chi-chan's Big Mistake (1991/08/17) - Chi-chan makes a big mistake, which surprises Chi-chan and the others, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 29B: I Love It! Countryside Festival - Chi-chan and her friends are looking forward to the country festival, but troubles keep arising.
- Episode 30A: Homework is homework after homework (1991/08/24) - Chi-chan and her friends struggle with the increased homework, but run into trouble one after another.
- Episode 30B: The young lady is on vacation - Wapiko goes on vacation and Chi-chan and the others cheer her on, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 31A: A Fluffy Hot Air Balloon Trip (1991/08/31) - Chi-chan and her friends are excited about the start of their hot air balloon trip, but troubles keep arising.
- Episode 31B: The Young Lady Catches a Summer Cold - Wapiko catches a summer cold, and Chi-chan and the others are worried, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 32A: Idol Gyopi's Tragedy!? (1991/09/07) - Gyopi-chan suffers a tragedy as an idol, much to Chi-chan's surprise, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 32B: Chi-chan's Mom Has Come! - Chi-chan and her friends are surprised when Chi-chan's mom comes to school, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 33A: Gyopi-chan Goes Shopping (1991/09/14) - Gyopi-chan goes shopping, and Chi-chan and the others cheer her on, but troubles keep arising.
- Episode 33B: Ghost stories on typhoon nights - Ghost stories begin on a typhoon night, and Chi-chan and her friends are frightened, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 34A: Chi-chan the Hostage (09/21/1991) - Chi-chan is taken hostage, and her friends rescue her, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 34B: Whose Egg is It? - Chi-chan and her friends don't know whose egg it is, so they investigate, but run into trouble.
- Episode 35A: Melon visit makes them fall in love (09/28/1991) - A melon arrives to visit, and Chi-chan and the others are enchanted, but troubles arise one after another.
- Episode 35B: Aoi-chan is a Prince - Aoi appears as a prince, surprising Chi-chan and the others, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 36A: Who is Aoi-chan's Lover? (1991/10/12) - Unable to find out who Aoi's boyfriend is, Chi-chan and her friends investigate, but run into trouble.
- Episode 36B: Gyopi's quest to defeat a thief - Gyopi tries to defeat a thief, and Chi-chan and the others cheer him on, but troubles keep arising.
- Episode 37A: Treasure in the Refrigerator!? (1991/10/19) - Rumors spread that treasure is hidden in the refrigerator, so Chi-chan and her friends investigate, only to run into trouble.
- Episode 37B: Public Baths Are Trendy - Public baths have become trendy, and Chi-chan and her friends are looking forward to going, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 38A: Autumn is the season for arts and potato digging (10/26/1991) - Potato digging takes place during the autumn season for arts, and Chi-chan and her friends participate, but run into one trouble after another.
- Episode 38B: My Beloved Delinquent Cow - Chi-chan and the others are surprised when a delinquent cow appears, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 39A: Aim for Aoi's Sunglasses! (1991/11/02) - Aoi's sunglasses are targeted, and Chi-chan and the others try to protect them, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 39B: Wapiko's Love!? - Wapiko falls in love, and Chi-chan and the others support her, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 40A: Confession Time to Hide-chan (11/09/1991) - Time is set aside for everyone to confess their feelings to Hide-chan, and Chi-chan and the others cheer them on, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 40B: Countryside Sutoradamusu makes a great prophecy - Countryside Sutoradamusu makes a great prophecy, surprising Chi-chan and the others, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 41A: Gourmet Chitose's Brilliant Plot (11/16/1991) - Chi-chan and the others are surprised when Chitose plots something as a gourmet, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 41B: Do Shark Fins Taste Like Rubber? - When rumors spread that shark fins taste like rubber, Chi-chan and her friends investigate, but run into trouble.
- Episode 42A: What is Kinro gratitude? (1991/11/23) - Chi-chan and the others don't understand the meaning of Kinro gratitude, so they investigate, but run into trouble.
- Episode 42B: Gyopi-chan's Mom and Dad - Chi-chan and the others are surprised when Gyopi-chan's mom and dad show up, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 43A: Gyopitarou's Demon Defeat (11/30/1991) - Gyopitarou attempts to defeat a demon, and Chi-chan and the others cheer him on, but he keeps running into trouble.
- Episode 43B: Terminator Tanakayama's Challenge - Terminator Tanakayama takes on the challenge, surprising Chi-chan and the others, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 44A: Flower Ballet is a Girl's Dream (1991/12/07) - Ballet is depicted as something that young girls dream of, and Chi-chan and her friends try it out, but run into trouble one after another.
- Episode 44B: The Blue Rose Prince - Chi-chan and the others are surprised when the Blue Rose Prince appears, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 45A: The Best! Ina Junior High School Diary (1991/12/14) - Rumors spread that the Ina Junior High School Diary is the best, so Chi-chan and her friends investigate, but run into trouble.
- Episode 45B: The Teacher Hates Report Cards - Chi-chan and the others are surprised to find out that the teacher hates report cards, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 46A: Gyopi-chan's Santa (1991/12/21) - Gyopi-chan appears as Santa, surprising Chi-chan and the others, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 46B: Romantic Christmas - Christmas is depicted in a romantic way and Chi-chan and her friends are looking forward to it, but troubles arise one after another.
- Episode 47A: Playing in the snow even when it snows heavily (1992/01/11) - In this episode, Chi-chan and her friends try their best to enjoy playing in the snow even when it snows heavily, but they run into one trouble after another.
- Episode 47B: Chi-chan has a nightmare - This episode depicts Chi-chan's adventures in her dreams, where she encounters one trouble after another.
- Episode 48A: Run Chi-chan (1992/01/18) - This episode features Chi-chan running, showcasing her athletic ability, but she keeps getting into trouble.
- Episode 48B: Gyobi and Wabiko's Promise - This episode depicts Gyobi and Wabiko making a promise, and shows their friendship, but troubles arise one after another.
- Episode 49A: Watch out for the school newspaper (1992/01/25) - In this episode we learn to watch out for the school newspaper. Chi-chan and her friends investigate, but run into one trouble after another.
- Episode 49B: The delinquent cow becomes serious - In this episode, the delinquent cow becomes serious, surprising Chi-chan and the others, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 50A: Wabiko's Ransom (02/01/1992) - A ransom is demanded for Wabiko, and Chi-chan and the others rescue her, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 50B: Is Chitose the heroine? - Chitose is portrayed as the heroine, and Chi-chan and the others cheer her on, but she runs into one trouble after another.
- Episode 51A: Kitada Shuichi's Worst Day (02/08/1992) - This is the episode in which Kitada Shuichi has his worst day, and Chi-chan and the others are surprised as trouble ensues.
- Episode 51B: What's Wrong, Aoi-chan - This is the episode in which Aoi-chan is troubled by something and Chi-chan and the others are worried about her, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 52A: Hair Designer Chitose (1992/02/15) - Chi-chan and the others are surprised when Chitose appears as a hair designer, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 52B: Kyobi-chan is an Alien - Rumors spread that Kyobi-chan is an alien, so Chi-chan and her friends investigate, but run into trouble.
- Episode 53A: Wabiko's elopement commotion (02/22/1992) - Wabiko causes a commotion by eloping, surprising Chi-chan and the others, but troubles continue to arise.
- Episode 53B: Love You Tanakayama-san - In this episode where Tanakayama-san says "I love you," Chi-chan and the others are surprised, but trouble ensues.
- Episode 54A: Hinamatsuri is a test of physical strength (02/29/1992) - In this episode, Hinamatsuri tests physical strength, and Chi-chan and her friends try their best, but run into one trouble after another.
- Episode 54B: Goodbye! Wabiko-chan - In this episode where Wabiko-chan leaves, Chi-chan and her friends are sad to say goodbye, but troubles arise one after another.
Ratings and Recommendations "Goldfish Warning!" is a nostalgic memory for children of the 90s, and even today viewers will be drawn in by its humor and the charm of its characters. In particular, the comedy scenes, which exquisitely combine Chi-chan's lively personality, Wapico's ladylike nature, and Gyopi-chan's naturalness, will make viewers smile. Also, each episode has a different theme, which helps to keep viewers from getting bored. This work is enjoyable for both children and adults, and is especially recommended for fans of 90s anime. It's also great for watching with the family. While parents will reminisce, children can enjoy it from a fresh perspective. Furthermore, the character designs and background art exude the warmth and nostalgia of 90s anime, making it a visually enjoyable work. "Goldfish Warning!" is a wonderful anime that will make you laugh, feel touched, and feel nostalgic. Please give it a watch. |
