"Jubei-chan 2: Siberian Yagyu's Counterattack" review: What is the appeal of this sequel that exceeds expectations?

The appeal and evaluation of "Jubei-chan 2: Siberian Yagyu's Counterattack"

"Jubei-chan 2: Siberian Yagyu's Counterattack" is an anime series that aired on TV Tokyo in 2004. It was written, directed, and written by Heitarou Daichi, and animated by Madhouse. This work is a sequel to the previous work "Jubei-chan: The Secret of the Lovely Eyepatch", and depicts the protagonist Nanohana Jiyuu fighting again as the second generation Yagyu Jubei. Below, we will take a closer look at the story, characters, production background, music, and audience reviews of this work.

story

The story of "Jubei-chan 2: Siberian Yagyu's Counterattack" is set one year after the previous game. Nanohana Jiyu was living an ordinary and happy life, but suddenly, a mysterious transfer student, Yagyu Freesha, appears. Furthermore, a child with a lovely eyepatch, Oda Go Ayunsuke, appears, and the Yagyu clan, who were driven to Siberia by Yagyu Tajima-no-kami 300 years ago, attack. The gears of Jiyu's fate start to turn again, and she will fight again as the second Yagyu Jubei.

The story of this work continues the themes of "freedom" and "destiny" from the previous work, but by introducing new enemies and characters, it develops a deeper tale. In particular, the appearance of Yagyu Freesia is a fresh surprise for viewers, as it triggers new friendships and battles for Freedom. In addition, the intertwining of the history of 300 years ago and the modern story is an attractive element that draws viewers in.

character

The characters in this game are a good mix of characters who continue to appear from the previous game and new characters. Below, we will introduce the main characters.

Nanohana Freedom

The main character, Nanohana Jiyuu, is an ordinary girl who was chosen by the second Yagyu Jubei in the previous work. She lives freely about anything, and has a cheerful personality that is liked by everyone. In this work, she seems to have returned to an ordinary life, but she is once again caught up in a battle. Jiyuu's growth and fighting spirit are sure to impress viewers.

Yagyu Freesia

Yagyu Freesia, a transfer student from Russia, is the biological daughter of the first Yagyu Jubei, and has lived for 300 years with the goal of getting back the "Lovely Eyepatch". Her friendly personality and friendship with Jiyu add new charm to the story. Freesia's past and purpose will leave a deep impression on viewers.

Nanohana Color

Jiyu's father, Nanoka Aya, is a novelist and a ghostwriter for historical drama novels. Jiyu wants her father to write her novel, and the father-daughter relationship is an important element of the story. Aya's kindness and love for his daughter will give viewers a warm feeling.

Tsumura Mikage

Mikage Tsumura, who was Jiyuu's enemy in the previous work, lives with Jiyuu in this work as Aya's editor. She is like a mother to Jiyuu and is an important character who supports Jiyuu's growth. The relationship between Mikage's past and present will leave a deep impression on viewers.

Oda Goayunosuke

Oda Go Ayunosuke is Koinosuke's child and appears with a lovely eyepatch. He has a mission to give the lovely eyepatch to the second generation Yagyu Jubei, and his pure heart will surely impress the viewers. Ayunosuke's actions and growth are important elements of the story.

Oda Gokoinosuke

Koinosuke Oda, who served the first Yagyu Jubei, has been searching for someone suitable to become the second Yagyu Jubei for 300 years. He meets Jiyu and is torn between his mission of handing over the Lovely Eyepatch and changing Jiyu's life. Koinosuke's anguish and decision will deeply move viewers.

Sanbonmatsu Bantaro

Sanbonmatsu Bantaro is the son of the sake brewery "Sanbonmatsu Sake Brewery" in Honkenkoshi City, and is a rare character these days. He is a friend of freedom and an important character who supports her fight. Bantaro's friendship and courage will surely impress viewers.

Big monkey and little monkey

The Big and Little Monkeys are schoolmates who team up with Bantaro. They are important characters who support the fight for freedom and will surely bring a smile to viewers' faces. The friendship and growth of the Big and Little Monkeys is an important element of the story.

Shoko Maruyama and Yuki Toyama

Shoko Maruyama and Yuki Toyama are Jiyuu's friends and have continued to appear from the previous series. In this season, they are in their third year of junior high school and have their own paths and dreams for the future. Their friendship and growth will surely impress viewers.

Kita Ayuro

Kita Ayuro is a character who fights to clear the grudge of his father, Yagyu Kita Retsusai. For 300 years, he has harbored a grudge against Yagyu Jubei, who killed his father and drove the Kita Yagyu to Siberia, and he is trying to avenge his father. Ayuro's anguish and determination will deeply move viewers.

Yagyu Kita Retsusai

Yagyu Kita Retsusai is a character who was driven to far northern Siberia by Edo Yagyu 300 years ago. He holds a grudge against Yagyu Jubei for forcing him to change "Northern Yagyu" to "Siberian Yagyu". Retsusai's past and decisions will leave a deep impression on viewers.

Young Yagyu Jubei

Young Yagyu Jubei is the heir to the Edo Yagyu clan, and is a character who is the same Yagyu as Kita Retsusai 300 years ago, but is also an Edo Yagyu. His father, Tajima no Kami, used his political power to drive the Northern Yagyu clan to the far north. Young Yagyu Jubei's actions and growth will deeply move viewers.

Background

Jubei-chan 2: Siberian Yagyu's Counterattack is a sequel produced after the success of its predecessor. It was written, directed and scripted by Heitaro Daichi, and animated by Madhouse. The production team has retained the themes and characters of the previous work, while introducing new enemies and characters to create a deeper story.

Many staff members were involved in the production of this work. The chief director was Hiroshi Nagahama, the original character designer was Muchiri Muunii, the character designer was Yoshihiko Magoshi, the art director was Hidetoshi Kaneko, the cinematographer was Takaharu Ozaki, the music was Toshiro Masuda, the sound directors were Kazuya Tanaka and Yui Horie, and the producers were Tsuyoshi Nakanishi, Masao Morosawa, and Shinji Kasai. Thanks to the cooperation of these staff members, this work has achieved high-quality animation and a moving story.

music

The music for this work was composed by Toshiro Masuda. The ending theme "Kokoro Harete Yomo Akete" was written and composed by Ritsuko Okazaki, and sung by Yui Horie. This song deeply moves viewers with its beautiful melody and lyrics that symbolize the growth of freedom and the struggle. The inserted song "Nagi ~Peace of Mind~" was written and composed by Ritsuko Okazaki, and sung by Ritsuko Okazaki. This song deeply moves viewers with its beautiful melody and lyrics that symbolize the peace and growth of freedom in the heart.

Viewer reviews

"Jubei-chan 2: Siberian Yagyu's Counterattack" has been highly praised by viewers. In particular, the growth and fighting spirit of Jiyu, the appearance and friendship of Yagyu Freesia, and the intertwining of the history of 300 years ago and the modern story have been highly praised. In addition, the individuality and growth of the characters, and the beauty of the music have also impressed viewers.

Viewers have commented, "I was moved by the growth of Freedom and the way they fought," "The appearance of Yagyu Freesia and the friendship between them was refreshing," "It was interesting to see the history of 300 years ago intersect with the story of the present," "The characters' personalities and growth were fascinating," and "I was moved by the beauty of the music." These reviews show that this series has deeply touched and satisfied its viewers.

Related Titles

"Jubei-chan 2: Siberian Yagyu's Counterattack" is a sequel to the previous work "Jubei-chan: The Secret of the Lovely Eyepatch" and shares the same world view and characters. By watching the previous work, you can understand the story and characters of this work more deeply. There are also sequels and related works of this work, and by watching these works, you can get even deeper impressions and satisfaction.

Conclusion

"Jubei-chan 2: Siberian Yagyu's Counterattack" is a work with many attractions, including Jiyu's growth and fighting, the appearance and friendship of Yagyu Freesia, the intertwining of history from 300 years ago and modern times, the individuality and growth of the characters, and the beauty of the music. It has also received high praise from viewers, and is loved by many people as a moving animated work. Please watch this work and experience Jiyu's growth and fighting, the appearance and friendship of Yagyu Freesia, the intertwining of history from 300 years ago and modern times, the individuality and growth of the characters, and the beauty of the music.