"Yuukan Club" A review filled with love from Hong Kong

"Yuukan Club: From Hong Kong with Love": A luxurious Hong Kong adventure

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

December 14, 1991 - January 1, 0000

■Distribution company

Toho

■Frequencies

33 min

■Original Story

・Original work: Yukari Ichijo

■ Director

・Director: Setsuko Yobuichi

■ Production

・Produced by Magic Bus ・Produced by Shueisha

■ Story

The Yuukan Club group decided to fly to Hong Kong after Yuri's father said, "I want to eat gyoza." Soon after arriving in Hong Kong, they encounter a beautiful woman in Chinese clothing and then somehow end up being chased by the Hong Kong mafia...

■Explanation

The second animated film adaptation of the manga by Yukari Ichijo. Also screening at the same time was "Moonlight Piercings: Yumemi and the Silver Rose Knights." This action comedy follows a group of six high school students who are student council members and have too much money, free time, and curiosity, known as the "Yuukan Club," who get involved in various incidents.

■Cast

・Yuri Kenbishi/Masako Katsuo・Seishirō Kikumasamune/Koji Tsujitani・Riko Shirakano/Noriko Hidaka・Miroku Shochikubai/Toshihiko Seki・Karen Kizakura/Miina Tominaga・Bido・Grand Marnier/Takehito Koyasu

■ Main staff

・Original story by Yukari Ichijo・Director by Setsuko Yobuichi・Direction by Kenichi Maejima, Ittoku Tanahashi, Tsuneo Tominaga・Screenplay by Machiko Kondo・Character design and animation director by Yukari Kobayashi・Art director by Shinichi Tanimura・Color setting by Tomoko Komatsubara・Directors of photography by Tsugio Ozawa, Hideo Okazaki・Sound director by Takashi Ui・Producer by Tetsu Dezaki・Produced by Magic Bus・Produced by Shueisha

■ Main Characters

Yuri Kenbishi is the daughter of one of Japan's leading conglomerates. She's not good at studying, but she has excellent athletic ability and is confident in her physical strength. She has a rough and tomboyish personality, so she's not very popular with men. She has psychic abilities and a sharp "wild instinct."

He is the heir to the Kikumasamune Hospital. He is the student council president and a member of several clubs. He is the top student in the school, excelling in medicine, languages, and archaeology, and serves as the "brain" of the group. He is also a master of martial arts.

Her father is a Japanese painter and her mother is the daughter of a tea ceremony master. She is a master of Japanese dance and tea ceremony. She hates men and is bad at sports. She uses old-fashioned language, but her words are sarcastic. She is a childhood friend of Yuri.

・His father is Shochikubai Miroku Keishi Soran, and he is the sub-leader of the Yukan Club. He is good at fighting and has connections with local delinquents and yakuza. He is good with machines, and his hobbies are tinkering with motorcycles and radios.

Karen Kizakura Daughter of a jeweler. She dreams of marrying a handsome rich man and living a life of luxury. Although she has a haughty personality, she also has a romantic side. She is good at housework and cooking.

・Bido Grand Marnier His father is the Swedish ambassador to Japan, and his mother is half Japanese and half Swedish. He is a narcissist and a womanizer. He dates a wide variety of women. He is good at sports, but he is bad at music and fighting.

■ Related works

・"Yuukan Club: How to Match Dogs and Cats" (film)

The appeal and evaluation of "Yuukan Club: From Hong Kong with Love"

"Yuukan Club: From Hong Kong with Love" is the second anime film based on the popular manga by Ichijo Yukari, and was released on December 14, 1991. The film is an action comedy set in the gorgeous Hong Kong, where a group of curious high school students get caught up in the action. Below, we will take a closer look at the appeal and reviews of this film.

The appeal of the story

The story of this work begins when Kenbishi Yuri's father says, "I want to eat gyoza." This one sentence is the catalyst for the members of Yukan Club to travel to Hong Kong. When they arrive in Hong Kong, they meet a beautiful woman in Chinese clothing, and for some reason, they are chased by the Hong Kong mafia. The story unfolds at a fast pace that keeps viewers from getting bored, and allows them to fully enjoy the exotic atmosphere of Hong Kong.

The film's exotic setting also adds to its visual appeal. Hong Kong's streets and culture are depicted in detail, making viewers feel as if they are in Hong Kong. This exotic setting adds to the film's appeal.

Character Appeal

Each member of the Yukan Club has a unique character that draws viewers in. In particular, the individuality of each character stands out, such as Kenbishi Yuri's rough and tomboyish personality, Kikumasamune Seishiro's knowledge as an honor student and his skill as a martial arts expert, and Shirakano Riko's humor as a sharp-tongued person. The comedy and action woven by these characters provides viewers with laughter and excitement.

Additionally, each character's background and family structure are depicted in detail, allowing the viewer to understand the reasons behind their actions and words. This helps viewers empathize and understand the characters better, increasing immersion in the story.

The appeal of video and music

The film's visuals were produced under the direction of Setsuko Shibuichi. Her directorial work is characterized by colorful and dynamic images, and this film also fully demonstrates these charms. In particular, the Hong Kong cityscape and the action scenes with the mafia are depicted realistically and beautifully thanks to the color settings and the cinematographer's technique.

The music by sound director Takashi Ui also adds to the appeal of this work. The music evokes the atmosphere of Hong Kong, and the sound effects that liven up the action scenes are full of elements that will stir the emotions of the viewer. The fusion of these images and music further enhances the appeal of this work.

Ratings and Recommendations

"From Hong Kong with Love" is highly acclaimed as an action comedy that provides viewers with laughter and excitement. In particular, the exotic setting of Hong Kong and the adventures of the unique characters leave a strong impression on viewers. In addition, the fusion of images and music is also excellent, making it a visually and aurally appealing experience.

This film is recommended not only for fans of Yukari Ichijo's original work, but also for those who like action comedies and exotic stories. In particular, it is a must-watch for those who want to enjoy the atmosphere of Hong Kong and see the exploits of unique characters. You can also get a deeper sense of satisfaction by watching it together with "Moonlight Piercing: Yumemi and the Silver Rose Knights," which was screened at the same time.

Related works and their appeal

A related work to "Yukan Club: From Hong Kong With Love" is "Yukan Club: How Much of Dogs and Cats," an anime film based on the original work by Yukari Ichijo, and is depicted as an action comedy in which the members of the Yuukan Club get involved in various incidents.

"Yukan Club: Dogs and Cats All About How Much" features a story themed around dogs and cats, providing viewers with laughter and emotion. In particular, it contains many elements that pet lovers can empathize with, making it a work that leaves viewers with a high level of satisfaction after watching. In addition, the personalities and relationships of the members of the Yukan Club are depicted in greater depth, making it an important work for enjoying the entire series.

By watching these related works, viewers can gain a deeper understanding of the appeal of "Yukan Club: From Hong Kong with Love." Also, by following the growth and changes of the Yuukan Club members throughout the series, viewers themselves can become more immersed in the story.

Conclusion

"Yukan Club: From Hong Kong With Love" is an action comedy set in the gorgeous Hong Kong that will provide viewers with laughter and excitement. The unique characters' adventures and the visual and auditory appeal of the fusion of images and music will leave a strong impression on viewers. This work is recommended not only for fans of Yukari Ichijo's original work, but also for those who like action comedies and stories full of exotic atmosphere. By watching the related work "Yukan Club: How Much of Dogs and Cats" at the same time, you will be able to understand the appeal of the entire series even more deeply.