Ojamajo Doremi: A thorough review of the magical world and story of growth

"Ojamajo Doremi" - A story of magic and friendship

"Ojamajo Doremi" is a TV anime series that aired from 1999 to 2000, and is a story about magic and friendship. This anime was produced by Toei Animation and aired on ABC and TV Asahi every Sunday morning from 8:30. This series, which consists of 51 episodes, has become a work loved by many children and adults alike.

story

One day, the main character, Doremi Harukaze, decides to step into the world of magic and become an apprentice witch. Together with her friends Hazuki Fujiwara and Aiko Seno, she trains at the magic shop "MAHO-do" and overcomes various challenges. The story depicts the process of them increasing their level as witches and deepening their friendship.

The first episode, "I'm Doremi! I'm going to be an apprentice witch!!," begins with Doremi's first encounter with the world of magic. She is discovered by Majorica, the owner of the magic shop "MAHO-do," and begins her training as an apprentice witch. In the second episode, "I'm going to be Hazuki-chan!", Doremi's friend Hazuki appears and also joins the group as an apprentice witch. In the third episode, "The transfer student is a Naniwakko! Aiko appears," Aiko appears as a transfer student and joins the story as the third apprentice witch.

The story follows the girls as they improve their level as witches. In episode 7, "Aim for Level 9! Witch Exam," they take their first witch exam, and in episode 13, "Everyone Fails!? Level 8 Exam," they take the Level 8 exam. In episode 22, "The Road to Level 6 is Long!?", they see their journey to becoming a Level 6 witch, and in episode 36, "Level 4 Exam is a Blast!", they take the Level 4 exam. In episode 40, "A Piece of Chop!? Level 3 Exam," they take the Level 3 exam, and in episode 50, "The Final Apprentice Witch Exam," they take the final exam.

The story also depicts the deepening of friendships. Episode 6, "Lying is the Beginning of Friendship," shows the beginning of Doremi and Aiko's friendship, while episode 11, "Early Riser Marina and the Bouquet of Hearts," shows Doremi's friendship with Marina. Episode 16, "Let's Fish for Love," also touches on the topic of romance, and episode 19, "Hazuki-chan Gets Kidnapped!" shows Hazuki being kidnapped. Episode 25, "Ojamajo Pop Appears!?" shows Doremi's younger sister Pop as an apprentice witch, and episode 26, "We Are Purelaine!" shows the girls in action as Purelaine.

character

Harukaze Doremi (voice: Chiba Chiemi) is the main character, a bright and cheerful girl. She steps into the world of magic and grows as an apprentice witch. Fujiwara Hazuki (voice: Akitani Tomoko) is Doremi's friend, a kind and gentle girl. She also grows as an apprentice witch. Senoo Aiko (voice: Matsuoka Yuki) appears as a transfer student and works as an apprentice witch with Doremi and Hazuki. Harukaze Pop (voice: Ishige Sawa) is Doremi's younger sister, and she also appears as an apprentice witch.

staff

Many staff members were involved in the production of "Ojamajo Doremi". The series directors were Junichi Sato and Takuya Igarashi, and the character designer was Yoshihiko Magoshi. The series was composed by Takashi Yamada, and the art design was done by Yukiyukie and Shinzo Yuki. It was produced by Toei (up to a certain point), Toei Animation (from a certain point onwards), ABC, and ASATSU-DK, and the copyright is held by ABC and Toei Animation.

Evaluation and impact

"Ojamajo Doremi" has been highly praised by many viewers. In particular, the storyline about friendship and growth has touched not only children but also adults. In addition, the visuals depicting the magical world are also attractive, and it has been loved by many fans.

This work spawned sequels such as "Mo~tto! Ojamajo Doremi", "Ojamajo Doremi #", and "Ojamajo Doremi Dokkaan!", as well as a movie. Many character goods and collaboration products were also released, and the work gained such popularity that it became a social phenomenon.

Recommendation

"Ojamajo Doremi" is a heartwarming story with themes of magic and friendship. It is especially recommended as a work to show to children. Through the story, you can learn the importance of friendship and the joy of growth. It is also recommended as a work that adults can enjoy. You can immerse yourself in a magical world while feeling nostalgia and freshness.

This work is available on DVD and Blu-ray, and is also available on streaming services. Please take a step into the magical world.

More Information

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Broadcast period

February 7, 1999 - January 30, 2000 (Sunday)
8:30～

■Broadcasting station

ABC/TV Asahi

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 51

■Original Story

Illustration by Izumi Toudou / Shizue Takanash

■ Director

Series Director: Junichi Sato, Takuya Igarashi

■ Production

Toei (until halfway through), Toei Animation (halfway through), ABC, ASATSU-DK

■Works

©ABC・Toei Animation