Let's Go Straight. Detailed review and rating of Season 1

The appeal and evaluation of the first season of "Let's Go Straight"

■Overview of the work

"Massugu ni Ikou" is a TV anime series based on the popular manga by Kira, which aired on YTV for just four days from August 18 to August 21, 2003. Although it was a short series of only four episodes, its warm and humorous story was loved by many viewers. It was produced by Yomiuri TV and Yumeta Company, and directed by Igasa Kiyotaka.

■ Story

The main character, Mametaro, is an ordinary mixed breed dog. He has a deep affection for his owner, Wakatsuki Ikuko, who took him in when he was about to be abandoned. However, he is a little jealous of Ikuko's boyfriend, Akiyoshi Junichi. One day, on the way to university with Akiyoshi and Ikuko, Mametaro is shocked to find out that Akiyoshi's girlfriend, Hanako, is a Kishu dog. From this episode onwards, the daily lives of the people and animals around him are depicted through Mametaro's perspective.

■Explanation

"Go Straight!" is a heartwarming story told from the perspective of a mixed-breed dog named Mametaro. The original is a popular comic that has sold over 8 million copies, and the warmth and humor of the original is faithfully reproduced in the anime. By depicting the small, everyday events and human relationships, the series provides viewers with a heartwarming feeling. In particular, Mametaro's pure heart and actions warm the hearts of viewers.

■Cast

A stellar cast of voice actors has been assembled, including Hiroyuki Yoshino as Mametaro, Sachiko Kojima as Hanako, Fumiko Orikasa as Ikuko Wakatsuki, and Kenji Nojima as Junichi Akiyoshi. Other voice actors who play unique characters add color to the work, including Kenichi Suzumura as Takeshi Ijuin, Noriko Shimoya as Nao Saotome, Manami Suzuki as Sebastian, Tomoe Hanba as Sora, and Naoki Ohama as Hashibuto-san.

■ Main staff

The original work is by Kira, the director is Kiyotaka Izakaya, the story is by Yoichi Kato, the character design is Aki Tsunaki, the art director is Nobuhito Sakamoto, the color design is Yukiko Ariu, the director of photography is Shinya Matsuzaki, the editor is Toshio Henmi, the music is Michiru Oshima, the sound director is Miwa Iwanami, the sound producer is Toru Nakano, the producers are Tomoyuki Saito and Satoshi Yamaguchi, and the chief producer is Michihiko Suwa. It was produced by Yomiuri TV and Yumeta Company.

■Subtitle

Episode 1: Let's go to school!
Episode 2: Let's go to the convenience store!
Episode 3: Let's go to the riverbank!
Episode 4: Let's be honest!

■ Related works

There is also a second season of "Massugu ni Ikou." As a sequel to the first season, it has a deeper story and character development.

■ Theme songs and music

The opening theme "Dorobou" was written, composed and sung by Aiko, and arranged by Masanori Shimada. The ending theme "Hanabi" was also written, composed and sung by Aiko. Aiko's gentle singing voice further enhances the atmosphere of the work.

■ Evaluation and impressions

"Go Straight!" was loved by many viewers despite its short broadcast period. It is a work that heals and inspires viewers by depicting Mametaro's pure heart and the warm relationships between the people and animals that surround him. In particular, the laughter and tears that come from small everyday occurrences capture the hearts of viewers.

The talent of the gorgeous voice actors and staff also adds to the appeal of the work. Yoshino Hiroyuki's role as Mametaro exquisitely expresses the character's purity and humor, evoking sympathy from viewers. Furthermore, Aiko's theme song matches the atmosphere of the work, creating a gentle effect on the hearts of viewers.

This work will remind you of the importance of bonds between family and friends, and will help you to value the small joys of everyday life. It will be especially relatable to people who have pets or love animals. Although it is a short series, the stories it depicts are deep and will give viewers a lot to think about.

■ Recommendation points

I highly recommend "Go Straight." to anyone looking for a heartwarming story, especially to the following people:

• Pet owners and animal lovers
• People who want to experience the little joys of everyday life
• People who want to cherish their ties with family and friends
• People who want to enjoy a short, heartwarming story

This work will provide healing and inspiration to the viewer, and will enrich the soul by making viewers re-evaluate the small joys of everyday life.

■ Additional information

"Massugu ni Ikou" was made into an anime following the popularity of the original manga. The original manga captivated many readers with Kira's warm illustrations and story. The anime version maximizes the appeal of the original while entertaining viewers with unique expressions that only anime can provide.

The second season also has a deeper story and character growth, so if you enjoyed the first season, you should definitely watch the sequel. New characters also appear in the second season, expanding the story even further.

In addition, Aiko's theme songs "Dorobo" and "Hanabi" not only enhance the atmosphere of the work, but have also become masterpieces that remain deep in the hearts of viewers. Aiko's gentle singing voice and lyrics convey the importance of "living honestly," which is the theme of the work.

Although "Go Straight." is a short series, the story is deep and gives the viewer a lot to think about. Please watch it and experience its charm.