Noein: Another You: A moving journey through time and space and its reviews

"Noein: Another You": An emotional journey through time and space

"Noein: To Another You" is an original TV anime series that aired from 2005 to 2006 by Akane Kazuki and Satelight. This work depicts a grand story that transcends time and space and a deep human drama, leaving a strong impression on viewers. Below, we will introduce detailed information and reviews of this work, as well as recommended points.

Overview

"Noein: To Another You" is set in Hakodate and revolves around the story of 12-year-old Haruka and her childhood friend Yu. One day, Haruka witnesses a man wrapped in blue glowing snow named Karasu. He is a dragoon from the world 15 years in the future, and is also Yuu's adult self. In the world 15 years in the future, a fierce battle is being waged between the Lacrima and Shangri-La worlds, and Haruka's "Dragon Torque" is the key to it. The destinies of Haruka, Yuu, and Karasu intertwine, and an adventure that transcends time and space begins.

Broadcast information

This work was broadcast from October 13, 2005 to March 1, 2006. The specific broadcast stations and times are as follows:

• Chiba TV: October 11, 2005 to March 31, 2006, every Tuesday from 25:30 to 26:00
• TV Aichi: October 11, 2005 to March 31, 2006, every Tuesday from 27:58 to 28:28
• tvk: October 13, 2005 to April 2, 2006, every Thursday from 25:15 to 25:45

It consists of 24 episodes, each 30 minutes long. It was produced by Satelight and produced by the Noein Production Committee (Media Factory, Toshiba Entertainment).

story

During Haruka's spring break, she witnesses a man covered in blue glowing snow on top of a church steeple. The man, Karasu, is a dragoon from the world 15 years in the future, and is Yuu's adult form. In the world 15 years in the future, a fierce battle is unfolding between the Lacrima world and the Shangri-La world, and Karasu has come to the present day to search for the "Dragon Torque", the key to saving the Lacrima world.

During Haruka's summer vacation, Yuu is busy studying for his exams, and Haruka tells him, "If you run away from home, I'll go with you." Blue snow falls again in front of the two of them, and a crow appears. Haruka's neck starts to glow faintly, and the crow notices the presence of the "Dragon Torque." Will Haruka, who holds the key to save the future from despair, be able to change it? What will Yuu and the crow choose? A destiny that transcends time and space is about to begin.

cast

The main cast includes:

• Haruka Kaminogi: Haruka Kudo
• Yu Goto: Fujiko Takimoto
• Crow: Kazuya Nakai
• Isami Fujiwara: Yuki Miyata
• Hasebe Ai: Chiba Saeko
• Miho Mukai: Kaori Nazuka
• Owl: Kohei Kiyasu
• Rail: Rikiya Koyama
• Little Egret: Takako Honda
• Tobi: Ryoko Shiraishi
• Atelier: Kenichi Suzumura
• Isuka, Takuya Kaoru: Kenta Miyake
• Asuka Kaminogi: Akemi Okamura
• Miyuki Goto: Atsuko Tanaka
• Ryoko Uchida: Sayaka Ohara
• Keiji Koriyama: Keiji Fujiwara
• Yukie Nijo: Mai Nakahara

Main Staff

The key staff members are:

• Original author: Kazuki Akane, Satellite
• Director: Kazuki Akane
• Assistant Director: Kenji Yasuda
• Series Composition: Kazuki Akane, Hiroshi Ohnogi
• Character design: Takahiro Kishida
• Object design: Takayuki Takeya
• Concept design: Junya Ishigaki, Takeshi Takakura
• Art Director: Goshi Sato
• Color design: Kumiko Nakayama
• CGI animation director: Masato Takahashi
• Director of photography: Maki Ueda
• Edited by: Yasuaki Takeuchi
• Music: Hikaru Nanase
• Sound Director: Aketagawa Jin
• Producers: Atsushi Yamamori, Jin Kawamura, Tsuyoshi Kasai
• Animation Production: Satelight
• Produced by: Noein Production Committee (Media Factory, Toshiba Entertainment)

Main Characters

Details of the main characters are as follows:

• Haruka Kaminogi: A 12-year-old girl living in Hakodate. Her parents divorced when she was young, and she lives with her mother. She also has regular contact with her father who lives in Tokyo. At first glance, she seems like a normal, cheerful girl, but she has a special power known as "Dragon Torque," which can affect time, space, and dimensions. Her powers gradually grow stronger.
• Goto Yu: 12 years old. Haruka's classmate and childhood friend. She was cheerful and bright when she was young, but her mother forced her to take the entrance exam for a private junior high school in Tokyo, which caused her to become gloomy and depressed. She doesn't get along with her mother, so she tries to run away from home with Haruka.
• Karasu: 27 years old. 15 years later, he is the adult form of Yu, one of the "Dragon Knights," a soldier who fights against the Shangri-La world that is plotting to invade the Lacrima world. He comes to the present day with the order to seize the "Dragon Torque," which is said to save the Lacrima world.
• Isami Fujiwara: 12 years old. Yu's childhood friend and best friend. She is fearless and not easily intimidated, but she is not very good with ghosts. She also cares about fashion.
• Hasebe Ai: 12 years old. Haruka's friend. A slender girl. She is a member of the girls' soccer club, and thanks to her, they are said to be sure to advance to the finals. Because of her competitive personality, she often clashes with Isami, but she is actually interested in him.
• Mukai Miho: 12 years old. She appears to be a literary girl, with glasses as her trademark. In fact, both mother and daughter are huge fortune tellers and occult enthusiasts. She is a bit of a joker and can talk like a pro.
• Owl: 27 years old. One of the dragoons of the Lacrima world. A close friend of Karasu and a good understanding friend.
• Kuina: 32 years old. Commander of the Dragoons. Boasts high combat ability. Secretly harbors a pessimistic mood about the prolonged battle with Shangri-La. The Dragoons call each other by code names of birds.
• Kosagi: 25 years old. One of the dragoons. Plays the role of a staff officer for the dragoons. Usually has a calm and strong-willed personality.
• Atori: 22 years old. A dragoon from the Lacrima dimension. He has a cruel personality and hates crows, and they clash at every opportunity.
• Tobi: 21 years old. One of the dragoons. Science and technology instructor.
• Isuka: 28 years old. One of the dragoons. Huge, silent, and an expert in assassination.
• Noein, the Dragon Masked Man: Leader of the Shangri-La space-time world. A man shrouded in mystery.
• Asuka Kaminogi: 38 years old. Haruka's mother. Picture book author. Has lived in Hakodate since her divorce. Bright and positive personality. When she was young, she was best friends with Yu's mother, Miyuki.
• Miyuki Goto: 38 years old. Yuu's mother. She is trying to get Yuu into a private middle school in Tokyo, and is trying to keep him from hanging out with Haruka and the others.
• Ryoko Uchida: 27 years old. A quantum physics scientist. She came to Hakodate to investigate the distortion of space-time. She is also a member of the government organization "Absolute Criticality Prevention Committee."
• Kyoji Koriyama: 34 years old. Seconded from the police to the Cabinet Investigation Office. Well versed in martial arts and shooting. Also serves as Ryoko's driver.
• Nijo Yukie: 24 years old. She is the homeroom teacher for Haruka and her friends, and is a good friend to them. She is like a friend to Haruka and her friends, and calls them "Yukie-chan." Despite her appearance, her hobby is driving through mountain passes. Her driving skills are quite impressive.

subtitle

The subtitles of each episode are as follows:

• Episode 1: Aoiyuki
• Episode 2: House
• Episode 3: The End...
• Episode 4: Friends
• Episode 5: So...
• Episode 6: The Tears of Life
• Episode 7: The Great Passage
• Episode 8: Secrets
• Episode 9: Go to Time
• Episode 10: Arashinoyoru
• Episode 11: The Dissatisfied
• Episode 12: Fighting
• Episode 13: Wishes
• Episode 14: Memories
• Episode 15: Shangri-La
• Episode 16: Crack
• Episode 17: Mayoi
• Episode 18: Bad Dreams
• Episode 19: Memories
• Episode 20: Let's go...
• Episode 21: Phantom
• Episode 22: To the Future...
• Episode 23: The End
• Episode 24: The Beginning

Theme songs and music

The opening and ending themes are as follows:

• OP1: Idea
  • Lyricist: riya
  • Composer: Hajime Kikuchi
  • Arrangement: Hajime Kikuchi
  • Sung by: eufonius
• ED1: Footsteps at Dawn
  • Lyricist: Emi Inaba
  • Composer: Hiroshi Sekita
  • Arrangement: Hiroshi Sekita
  • Sung by: solua

Evaluation and Impressions

"Noein: To Another You" is a work that combines a grand story that transcends time and space with a deep human drama. In particular, the friendship between Haruka and Yuu, and the relationship between Karasu and Yuu make it easy for viewers to empathize and are drawn into the story. Also, don't miss the battle that transcends time and space and the process in which the mystery of the "Dragon Torque" is revealed.

The animation quality is also high, and Satelight's technical capabilities shine through in this work. The use of CGI and the scenes set against the beautiful scenery of Hakodate are particularly impressive. The music is also an important element in adding excitement to the story, and Nanase Hikaru's music captures the hearts of viewers.

Another highlight is the character growth and changes in relationships. The emotions of each character are carefully depicted, such as Haruka's growth, Yuu's conflict, and Karasu's determination. The series also delves deeply into themes such as friendship, family love, and hope for the future, sending many messages to viewers.

Recommended points

We recommend "Noein" for the following reasons:

• An epic tale that transcends time and space: A story where the future and present intersect has the power to draw viewers in.
• Deep human drama: The friendship between Haruka and Yuu, and the relationship between Karasu and Yuu are depicted, making it easy to empathize.
• Beautiful animation: Satellite's technological prowess shines through in the beautiful images, making for a visual treat.
• Emotional Music: Nanase Hikaru's music is a key element in enhancing the story.
• Character Growth: The growth of each character and the changes in their relationships are carefully depicted.
• Depth of themes: The film delves deeply into themes such as friendship, family love, and hope for the future.

Related works and recommendations

If you enjoyed Noein, you might also like:

• "Steins;Gate": A work that depicts a story that transcends time and space and a deep human drama.
• "Xenosaga": Enjoy an epic story that combines science fiction and human drama.
• "RahXephon": A work that depicts a battle that transcends time and space and a youth drama.

These works also feature stories that transcend time and space and deep human drama, so they are definitely recommended for fans of "Noein."

Conclusion

"Noein: To Another You" is a moving work that combines a grand story that transcends time and space with a deep human drama. The friendship between Haruka and Yu, the relationship between Karasu and Yu, and the process in which the mystery of the "Dragon Torque" is unraveled have the power to draw viewers in. In addition, the beautiful animation and moving music are also points not to be missed. Please watch this work and experience an emotional journey that transcends time and space.