Nintama Rantaro Season 5: A new adventure and a path of growth
The appeal and evaluation of the fifth season of "Nintama Rantaro""Nintama Rantaro" is a TV anime series based on the original manga by Soubei Amako. This time we will provide a detailed review and recommendation of the fifth season, which aired on NHK from October 6, 1997 to February 25, 1998. During this period, a total of 100 episodes were aired in a 10-minute slot from 5:50 to 6:00 pm every Monday to Friday. The general director was Tsutomu Shibayama, the director was Hideo Kawachi, the character design was Masaya Fujimori, the script was written by Yoshio Urasawa, the animation was produced by Asiado, co-produced by NHK Enterprises 21 and Sogo Vision, and produced and written by NHK. Story and Characters"Nintama Rantaro" is a comedy anime that depicts the daily lives of boys who attend a ninja academy. In the fifth season, the protagonist Rantaro and the students of class 1 are shown growing through various ninjutsu training and exams, as well as school life. Many of the episodes during this period in particular convey the fun and friendship of school life, as well as growth as a ninja, providing viewers with laughter and emotion. Each character has their own unique personality, and Rantaro's leadership, Kirimaru's wisdom, and Shinbei's courage add excitement to the story. The interactions with the teachers and upperclassmen are also part of the appeal, and Happosai sensei's humorous character is especially loved by viewers. In the fifth season, there are many episodes that bring out the charm of the characters, especially "The Hated Happosai" and "The Singing Ninja". Animation and performanceThe animation is characterized by the careful drawings by Ajia-do and the adorable characters by character designer Masaya Fujimori. Scenes depicting ninjutsu and school scenery in particular are drawn with attention to detail, providing a visual treat. Director Hideo Kawachi's direction also succeeds in maximizing the comedic elements while smoothly progressing the story. The fifth season has many visually impactful episodes, such as "The Dinosaur Boat" and "The Great Swordsman Gathering," making it enjoyable for both children and adults. In addition, the storytelling by screenwriter Yoshio Urasawa has an excellent balance of laughter and emotion, so viewers will never tire of it. Soundtrack and voice actorsThe soundtrack effectively uses background music that enhances the atmosphere of the Ninjutsu Academy and music that expresses the feelings of the characters. The opening theme, "Nintama Ondo," in particular, has a familiar melody that makes viewers look forward to each episode. The ending theme, "Nintama no Uta," also leaves a strong impression with its lyrics and melody that convey the friendship and growth of the characters. The voice cast is also impressive, with experienced voice actors such as Mayumi Tanaka as Rantaro, Kappei Yamaguchi as Kirimaru, and Minami Takayama as Shinbei bringing the characters to life. In particular, Rokuro Naya's humorous performance as Professor Happosai not only provides laughs to the audience, but also enhances the charm of the characters. Ratings and RecommendationsThe fifth season of "Nintama Rantaro" has been highly praised for its story, characters, animation, direction, soundtrack, and voice actors, making it an excellent work, especially for a children's anime. Although each episode has its own independent story, it conveys a consistent theme and message throughout, deeply moving viewers. The main points that make it a recommended anime are that, first of all, children can learn about the world of ninjas and the importance of friendship while having fun. Adults can also laugh and be moved by the humor of the characters and the development of the story, making it the perfect anime to watch with the whole family. In addition, even though it is a short 10-minute time slot, the content is rich and the viewers do not get bored, which is also appreciated. Particularly memorable episodes include those that depict the growth and friendship of the characters, such as "Shinbei Gets Lost" and "The Headmaster's Failure". Also recommended are episodes that feature scenes using ninjutsu, such as "The Great Gathering of Swordsmen" and "The Ninjutsu Tournament Reception". summaryThe fifth season of "Nintama Rantaro" has been highly praised as a comedy anime that can be enjoyed by both children and adults, and the charm of the characters and the development of the story in particular deeply touch the viewers. It is a perfect anime to watch with the whole family, so we highly recommend that you give it a watch. Enjoy the laughter and excitement as you experience the fun daily life of the Ninjutsu Academy and the growth of the characters. More Information■ Main staff・General Director: Tsutomu Shibayama ・Director: Hideo Kawachi ・Character Design: Masaya Fujimori ・Screenplay: Yoshio Urasawa ■Subtitle Episode 1: The Hated Happosai (1997/10/06) |
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