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The appeal and detailed explanation of HAPPY☆LESSON

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

July 19, 2001

■Release and sales

KSS

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 5

■Original Story

Mutsumi Sasaki

■ Director

Takeshi Yamaguchi, Hideki Tonokatsu, Kazuka Doshida, and Hiroaki Shimura

■ Production

KSS

■Works

© Mutsumi Sasaki/Media Works・Softgarage

■ Story

We'll be your mom...
A teacher at school, a mom at home. And five of them!
I'm completely captivated by the cute and unique charms of these moms!

The five teachers who suddenly end up living with Chitose, a high school student who is all alone in the world, are all well-known beautiful teachers at school. When Chitose comes home, these five unique and attractive women take care of him in all sorts of ways, which makes it really hard. Thus begins the hectic and fun days with these unique mothers...

*Quoted from Bandai Channel

■Explanation

The first OVA, the first series of the popular anime. HAPPY☆LESSON is based on the original manga by Mutsumi Sasaki, and was first made into an OVA in 2001. This work features a unique setting in which the school teachers live as mothers in the home of the main character, Chitose. The OVA is made up of 5 episodes, each with a different theme and episode. The story development keeps viewers interested, and the unique characters make it a fascinating work.

■Cast

・Mutsuki Ichimonji/Ruri Asano・Kisaragi Ninomai/Akiko Kimura・Yayoi Sanseiin/Kikuko Inoue・Uzuki the Four Heavenly Kings/Kimiko Furuyama・Satsuki Gokajo/Kahoru Sasajima・Minazuki Rokumatsuri/Nana Mizuki・Fumitsuki Nanaten/Suzuka Shima・Hazuki Yasakura/Mie Sonozaki・Chitose Nito/Daisuke Kishio

■ Main staff

・Original story by Mutsumi Sasaki ・Published in Dengeki G's magazine
・Planning: Takano Kiyoshi, Iwakawa Koji ・Producers: Omiya Saburo, Shintani Yoshihiro, Hasegawa Satoshi, Kodama Satoshi ・Directors: Yamaguchi Takeshi, Tonokatsu Hideki, Doshida Ichika, Shimura Hiroaki ・Screenplay: Takaoka Yoshio ・Character design: Kato Yasuhisa ・Art director: Katanozaka Goichi ・Sound director: Iizuka Koichi ・Animation production: Venet, Chaos Project, Studio Kuma ・Production: KSS (Softgarage)

■ Main Characters

・Mutsuki Ichimonji, a teacher of classical Japanese literature. She is kind and caring towards her students, but she is also a bit clumsy, timid and a crybaby. After school, she turns into a mother dressed as a maid. She is good at all kinds of housework.
・Kisaragi Ninomai Chemistry teacher. He always has a straight face and doesn't talk much about himself, so he seems mysterious, but when it comes to chemistry, he seems to have fun. He invents all sorts of things and causes problems. For some reason, he carries a syringe with him.
・Sanseiin Yayoi School Doctor. Her family is the head priest of a shrine, and she helps out at the shrine as a shrine maiden. She also does exorcisms and wards off evil spirits. She is highly respected by students, and is often consulted in the nurse's office.
・Four Heavenly Kings Uzuki Art teacher. A bright, optimistic person who is always cheerful. She loves manga, anime, and games, and usually cosplays as a magical girl. She is not good at housework, but she tries her best.
・Gokajo Satsuki, a physical education teacher. Despite her straightforward personality, she is surprisingly caring and shy. She talks like a boy and likes special effects movies because she grew up surrounded by only boys.
Minazuki Mutsumatsuri is a middle school girl. She lived with Chitose in the same dormitory. She decided on her own that she would become her brother's wife in the future. Her catchphrase is, "I love you, big brother!"
A high school girl who has been through a lot, and is the class representative. She uncovered Chitose's relationship with the teacher, and is desperate to wake him up, probing at every opportunity. Her catchphrase is "You idiot!!"
Hazuki Yao is like an older sister to Minazuki and Chitose, and is a popular musician. She grew up in the same orphanage as Minazuki and Chitose. Despite appearances, she is a big eater.
Chitose Nito is a high school student who lost her parents at a young age and grew up in an institution. She tries to live alone in the house her parents left her, but for some reason she ends up living with her five teachers.

■Subtitle

・1/Dokidoki☆Mama Teacher (2001/07/19)
・2/Wakuwaku☆Vacation (2001/12/21)
・3/Harahara☆Happy Mama (2002/04/26)
・4/Ukiuki☆Koyomi On Stage (2003/03/28)
・5/Kira Kira☆Miko Teacher (2003/05/23)

■ Related works

・HAPPY★LESSON THE TV
・HAPPY★LESSON ADVANCE
・HAPPY★LESSON THE FINAL

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・C'
1 to 5
Lyrics: Yukiko Mitsui Composition: Yukiko Mitsui Arrangement: Yukiko Mitsui, h2
・Singer: Hikari Okamoto

・ED1
・PLACE
・1 to 3
Lyrics by Kaoru Ito Music by Kaoru Ito Arrangement by Yoshimasa Shiozaki Sung by 5 Moms (Ruri Asano, Akiko Kimura, Kikuko Inoue, Kimiko Furuyama, Kahoru Sasajima)

・ED2
・Wonderful Daisy
・4
Lyrics by Akiko Yamazaki; Music by Fuminori Iwasaki; Arrangement by Fuminori Iwasaki; Singer by Ruri Asano

・ED3
・Stay
・5
Lyrics by Akiko Yamazaki; Music by Fuminori Iwasaki; Arrangement by Fuminori Iwasaki; Singer by Kikuko Inoue

■Detailed explanation and evaluation

HAPPY☆LESSON is an OVA based on the original manga by Mutsumi Sasaki, first made into a film in 2001. The work features a unique setting in which the school teachers live as mothers in the home of the main character, Chitose. The OVA is made up of 5 episodes, each with a different theme and episode. The storyline keeps viewers interested, and the unique characters make it a fascinating work.

The story is about Chitose, a high school student who is all alone in the world, who tries to start living alone in the house left to her by her parents, but for some reason ends up living with five teachers. The five teachers support Chitose's life as teachers at school and as mothers at home. The story depicts the unique characters of these teachers and their hectic daily lives with Chitose.

Each character has a different personality that entertains the viewer. Ichimonji Mutsuki is a kind and clumsy classical Japanese teacher who works as a mother dressed as a maid at home. Ninomai Kisaragi is a chemistry teacher who has a mysterious air about her, but enjoys talking about chemistry-related topics. Sanseiin Yayoi is the school doctor and also works as a shrine maiden helping with the work at the shrine. Shitennou Uzuki is an art teacher and an optimistic person who loves manga, anime, and games. Gokajo Satsuki is a physical education teacher who has a straightforward personality but is surprisingly caring and shy. The story woven by these characters has a charm that draws the viewer in.

HAPPY☆LESSON has also been made into an OVA, a TV series, and sequels, including HAPPY★LESSON THE TV, HAPPY★LESSON ADVANCE, and HAPPY★LESSON THE FINAL. These works also retain the charm of the original work while featuring new stories and characters.

The theme songs and insert songs are also part of the appeal. The opening theme "C'" features Hikari Okamoto's impressive voice and captures the hearts of viewers. The ending theme "PLACE" is sung by the five mothers, and makes you feel the bond between them. Also, a different ending theme is prepared for each episode, which will soothe the hearts of viewers.

This work has been highly praised by viewers. In particular, the storyline that depicts the unique characters and their hectic daily lives has been well received. In addition, the quality of the OVA is high, and it is full of elements that will entertain viewers. HAPPY☆LESSON is loved by many people as a work that brings smiles and healing to viewers.

■ Recommendations and related information

HAPPY☆LESSON is loved by many people as a work that brings smiles and healing to viewers. In particular, the story that depicts the unique characters and their hectic daily lives is well received. In addition, the quality as an OVA is high, and it is full of elements that entertain viewers. HAPPY☆LESSON is loved by many people as a work that brings smiles and healing to viewers.

To enjoy this work, we also recommend reading the original manga. Mutsumi Sasaki's original manga will help you understand the world of HAPPY☆LESSON and the charm of its characters even more deeply. You can also enjoy the world of HAPPY☆LESSON even more by watching the TV series and sequels.

Related works include HAPPY★LESSON THE TV, HAPPY★LESSON ADVANCE, and HAPPY★LESSON THE FINAL. These works also inherit the charm of the original while depicting new stories and characters. They are loved by many people as works that bring smiles and healing to viewers.

The theme songs and insert songs are also part of the appeal. The opening theme "C'" features Hikari Okamoto's impressive voice and captures the hearts of viewers. The ending theme "PLACE" is sung by the five mothers, and makes you feel the bond between them. Also, a different ending theme is prepared for each episode, which will soothe the hearts of viewers.

This work has been highly praised by viewers. In particular, the storyline that depicts the unique characters and their hectic daily lives has been well received. In addition, the quality of the OVA is high, and it is full of elements that will entertain viewers. HAPPY☆LESSON is loved by many people as a work that brings smiles and healing to viewers.

To enjoy this work, we also recommend reading the original manga. Mutsumi Sasaki's original manga will help you understand the world of HAPPY☆LESSON and the charm of its characters even more deeply. You can also enjoy the world of HAPPY☆LESSON even more by watching the TV series and sequels.

Related works include HAPPY★LESSON THE TV, HAPPY★LESSON ADVANCE, and HAPPY★LESSON THE FINAL. These works also inherit the charm of the original while depicting new stories and characters. They are loved by many people as works that bring smiles and healing to viewers.

The theme songs and insert songs are also part of the appeal. The opening theme "C'" features Hikari Okamoto's impressive voice and captures the hearts of viewers. The ending theme "PLACE" is sung by the five mothers, and makes you feel the bond between them. Also, a different ending theme is prepared for each episode, which will soothe the hearts of viewers.

This work has been highly praised by viewers. In particular, the storyline that depicts the unique characters and their hectic daily lives has been well received. In addition, the quality of the OVA is high, and it is full of elements that will entertain viewers. HAPPY☆LESSON is loved by many people as a work that brings smiles and healing to viewers.

To enjoy this work, we also recommend reading the original manga. Mutsumi Sasaki's original manga will help you understand the world of HAPPY☆LESSON and the charm of its characters even more deeply. You can also enjoy the world of HAPPY☆LESSON even more by watching the TV series and sequels.

Related works include HAPPY★LESSON THE TV, HAPPY★LESSON ADVANCE, and HAPPY★LESSON THE FINAL. These works also inherit the charm of the original while depicting new stories and characters. They are loved by many people as works that bring smiles and healing to viewers.

The theme songs and insert songs are also part of the appeal. The opening theme "C'" features Hikari Okamoto's impressive voice and captures the hearts of viewers. The ending theme "PLACE" is sung by the five mothers, and makes you feel the bond between them. Also, a different ending theme is prepared for each episode, which will soothe the hearts of viewers.

This work has been highly praised by viewers. In particular, the storyline that depicts the unique characters and their hectic daily lives has been well received. In addition, the quality of the OVA is high, and it is full of elements that will entertain viewers. HAPPY☆LESSON is loved by many people as a work that brings smiles and healing to viewers.

To enjoy this work, we also recommend reading the original manga. Mutsumi Sasaki's original manga will help you understand the world of HAPPY☆LESSON and the charm of its characters even more deeply. You can also enjoy the world of HAPPY☆LESSON even more by watching the TV series and sequels.

Related works include HAPPY★LESSON THE TV, HAPPY★LESSON ADVANCE, and HAPPY★LESSON THE FINAL. These works also inherit the charm of the original while depicting new stories and characters. They are loved by many people as works that bring smiles and healing to viewers.

The theme songs and insert songs are also part of the appeal. The opening theme "C'" features Hikari Okamoto's impressive voice and captures the hearts of viewers. The ending theme "PLACE" is sung by the five mothers, and makes you feel the bond between them. Also, a different ending theme is prepared for each episode, which will soothe the hearts of viewers.

This work has been highly praised by viewers. In particular, the storyline that depicts the unique characters and their hectic daily lives has been well received. In addition, the quality of the OVA is high, and it is full of elements that will entertain viewers. HAPPY☆LESSON is loved by many people as a work that brings smiles and healing to viewers.

To enjoy this work, we also recommend reading the original manga. Mutsumi Sasaki's original manga will help you understand the world of HAPPY☆LESSON and the charm of its characters even more deeply. You can also enjoy the world of HAPPY☆LESSON even more by watching the TV series and sequels.

Related works include HAPPY★LESSON THE TV, HAPPY★LESSON ADVANCE, and HAPPY★LESSON THE FINAL. These works also inherit the charm of the original while depicting new stories and characters. They are loved by many people as works that bring smiles and healing to viewers.

The theme songs and insert songs are also part of the appeal. The opening theme "C'" features Hikari Okamoto's impressive voice and captures the hearts of viewers. The ending theme "PLACE" is sung by the five mothers, and makes you feel the bond between them. Also, a different ending theme is prepared for each episode, which will soothe the hearts of viewers.

This work has been highly praised by viewers. In particular, the storyline that depicts the unique characters and their hectic daily lives has been well received. In addition, the quality of the OVA is high, and it is full of elements that will entertain viewers. HAPPY☆LESSON is loved by many people as a work that brings smiles and healing to viewers.