"Jarinko Chie": A heartwarming story set in downtown OsakaJarinko Chie is a TV anime series based on the manga of the same name by Etsumi Haruki, which was broadcast on Mainichi Broadcasting System from October 19, 1991 to October 10, 1992. It has 39 episodes, each 30 minutes long, and was directed by Kazuyoshi Yokota and produced by Toho, Tokyo Movie Shinsha, and Mainichi Broadcasting System. The original series was serialized in Futabasha's Weekly Manga Action and follows the struggles of Chie-chan. storyJarinko Chie is set in the downtown area of Osaka. The main character, Chie, is only a fifth-grader in elementary school, but she runs the family business, a grilled offal restaurant, on her own, in place of her gambling-addicted father, Tetsu. Although Chie complains that she is the unluckiest girl in Japan, she lives a strong life. She is surrounded by lovable downtown residents, including the Takemoto family, including Tetsu and Kotetsu, a duo of yakuza gangsters, and her classmates. Her hectic daily life with them spins a story full of smiles. castThe cast is full of amazing voice actors, including Nakayama Chinatsu as Chie, Nishikawa Norio as Tetsu, Ayukawa Toshiko as Grandma, Denpo Michio as Grandpa, Yamaguchi Akemi as Yoshie, Sunaga Katsuhiko as Kenkotsu, Nagai Ichiro as Kotetsu, Ota Yoshiko as Antonio Jr., Miwa Katsue as Hirame, and Omote Atsuo as Yurine. Their performances bring Chie and the other characters to life. Main StaffThe project was planned by Iguchi Shinichi, Fujiwara Masamichi, and Matsumoto Masato, the direction and storyboards were Sato Hiroki, Sudo Norihiko, and Yokota Kazuyoshi, the script was written by Takayashiki Hideo and Konparu Tomoko, the character design was Saida Shunji, the art director was Hashi Masahiro, the cinematographers were Saito Akio (until #13) and Ito Shuichi, the sound director was Kato Satoshi, the editor was Tsurubuchi Masatoshi, the production manager was Kojima Satoshi, the music was Nakamura Nobuyuki, and the producers were Tani Shinichiro (until #22), Kanno Akiko, Kanno Toshihide (from #23), Oba Tatsuo, and Ozaki Yasumichi. This staff worked together to faithfully recreate the worldview of the original work while bringing out the unique charm of anime. Theme songs and musicThe opening theme is "Zesshou!! Toppinchan Ondo" sung by Chinatsu Nakayama, with lyrics by Kougyoku, music by Takashi Kudo, and arrangement by Mitsuhiro Tada. The ending theme is "Mikazuki Loneliness" sung by Mari Sasaki, with lyrics by Nobuko Hokari, music by Hitoshi Haba, and arrangement by Mitsuhiro Tada. These songs add to the atmosphere of the anime. Evaluation and Impressions"Jarinko Chie" is a heartwarming story set in the downtown area of Osaka. It depicts Chie's resilience and her interactions with the people around her, warming the hearts of viewers. In particular, Chie's line, "I'm the most unfortunate girl in Japan," symbolizes her strength and humor. The hectic daily lives of the downtown residents also create a story full of smiles. The voice actors' performances are also excellent, especially Chinatsu Nakayama's performance as Chie, who brings her character to life. The talented staff worked together to faithfully recreate the world of the original work while bringing out the unique charm of anime. The opening and ending songs also add to the atmosphere of the anime, drawing viewers in. Recommended pointsJarinko Chie is a work that is appealing for its heartwarming story and humorous characters. It is especially recommended for those who like the everyday chaos set in the downtown area of Osaka. It is also recommended for those who can empathize with Chie's toughness and strength. In addition, the charm of an anime created by a stellar cast of voice actors and staff is not to be missed. The opening and ending songs are also enjoyable, so be sure to check it out. Related information"Jarinko Chie" has been developed in various media, including not only the original manga, but also movies and stage plays. The movie version in particular delves even deeper into the worldview of the original, making it a must-see for fans. In addition, the role of Chie is played by an actual actor in the stage version, allowing viewers to see a more realistic portrayal of Chie. By enjoying these related works together, you will be able to gain a deeper understanding of the world of "Jarinko Chie". In addition, the Jarinko Chie fan community is also very active, with people exchanging information and interacting with each other on social media and fan sites. Fans can share information with each other and enjoy the series even more. Please do join the fan community. summary"Jarinko Chie" is a heartwarming story set in the downtown area of Osaka. It depicts Chie's toughness and her interactions with the people around her, warming the hearts of viewers. Don't miss the charm of this anime, created by a stellar cast of voice actors and staff. The opening and ending songs are also enjoyable, so be sure to check it out. You can also gain a deeper understanding of the world of "Jarinko Chie" by enjoying related works and fan communities. |
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