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Sasami Magical Girl Club: A tale of magic and friendship

"Sasami Magical Girl Club" is a TV anime series that aired in 2006. It was originally created by AIC and BeSTACK, and the animation was produced by AIC Spirits. This work is a heartwarming story about friendship and growth set in a "cooking club" where girls who can use magic gather. Below, we will introduce detailed information and reviews of this work, as well as recommended points.

Overview

"Sasami Magical Girl Club" aired on WOWOW from April 13 to July 13, 2006, with 13 episodes and some later rebroadcast on Nippon Television. The 30-minute episode was directed by Takamoto Norihiro, with series composition by Okada Mari, character design and general animation direction by Hara Masaharu. Music was by Tada Akifumi, and sound direction by Kobayashi Katsuyoshi.

The protagonist of the story is Iwakura Sasami, a fifth-grader who was born with the ability to use magic. She keeps her magic a secret as per a promise to her parents, but her fate changes dramatically when she meets Shinohara Misao, who transfers to the school at the start of the new semester. Sasami and Misao join the school's "Cooking Club," which is actually also the "Magical Girls Club." There, she meets new friends and grows as she uses her magic.

story

Sasami was born with the ability to use magic. However, when she was three years old, her parents told her that she should not use magic, and she has kept it a secret ever since. When a new health teacher, Washuu, arrives at Sasami's school at the start of the new semester, her fate changes dramatically.

Misao, a transfer student, is having trouble fitting in with her class. Worried about her, Sasami visits the home economics room to join the Cooking Club, an after-school club activity. There she meets Mr. Washuu, who tells her that they will butcher a mysterious animal called Ryo-ohki to thin out the club members. The Ryo-ohki is still alive and escapes from the classroom. Sasami and Misao chase after it to save it, but end up getting sucked into a dresser in the janitor's room.

In this strange space that resembles an old coal mine, Misao is tormented by memories of her past. Sasami encourages Misao and finally uses magic to save her. At that moment, Ms. Washuu appears and welcomes the two into the "Magical Girl Club." Thus begins a new adventure for Sasami and Misao.

character

Sasami Iwakura: She was born with the ability to use magic, but keeps it a secret as per a promise to her parents. She has a bright personality, many friends, and is good at cooking. She joins the "Cooking Club" with Misao, and her fate changes dramatically.

Misao Shinohara: A transfer student who can't fit in with her class. She's also a magical girl, just like Sasami, and was bullied at her previous school. She joins the Cooking Club with Sasami.

Makoto Hozumi: The third magical girl to join the cooking club. She worries about her short height and gets an upset stomach from drinking too much milk in an attempt to "grow bigger." This is the opportunity for her to meet Sasami and the others.

Takamine Tsukasa: The fourth witch to join the cooking club. She is mysterious and doesn't show much emotion, but her sensibilities are unique. After her mother passed away, her father warned her not to use magic.

Misugi Anri: The fifth magical girl to join the cooking club. She is an idol at school and a big fan of Tsukasa. Her flawless appearance is contrary to her personality.

Kozuka Washuu: Sasami's school health teacher and the advisor of the "Cooking Club." A special envoy from the witch world, she has a domineering and lazy personality.

Mihoshi-sensei: Sasami's homeroom teacher. She is a scatterbrained, clumsy, and does things at her own pace.

Ryo-ohki: A mysterious creature that is neither a rabbit nor a cat. It has the ability to transform, and becomes attached to Sasami and becomes the Iwakura family's pet.

Daimon: A gentle and polite young man. Like Washuu, he is an envoy from the witch world, and becomes Sasami and Misao's "tea drinking buddy."

Honoka Iwakura: Sasami's mother, she has a carefree personality and a father who is a fairy tale writer. She makes Sasami promise not to use magic.

Saruta Toshihiko: Sasami's classmate, a boy with a strong sense of justice. He has a crush on Sasami.

Rating and Recommended Points

"Sasami Magical Girl Club" is a story about the growth and friendship of girls who use magic, and is enjoyable for both children and adults. Below, we will introduce the evaluation and recommended points of the work in detail.

Story and Themes

The greatest appeal of this work is the story that depicts the growth and friendship of girls who use magic. The story begins with the meeting of Sasami and Misao, and carefully depicts the conflicts they face in using magic and the deepening of their friendship, moving the viewer. In addition, the theme of reexamining oneself through the use of magic will help children discover their "true, important selves."

In particular, the scene where Misao overcomes the trauma of her past and Sasami decides to use magic really touches the hearts of viewers. These scenes are important points that make viewers reaffirm the power of friendship and their own self-worth.

character

The appeal of the characters is also a major part of the appeal of this work. The main character, Sasami, is depicted as a bright, cheerful character who cares for her friends. By depicting her growth and friendships, viewers are drawn into her charm. Misao's past trauma and the personalities of the other magical girls are also fascinating and leave a deep impression on viewers.

In particular, the tyrannical and lazy personality of Mr. Washuu and the panicky and stupid personality of Mr. Mihoshi create comical scenes and provide laughter to the work. Also, the mysterious presence of Ryo-Ohki is an element that entertains the viewers.

music

Music is also an important element that enhances the appeal of this work. The opening theme, "Sweet MAGIC," is a bright and cheerful song that symbolizes the exploits of the magical girls, lifting the spirits of the viewers. The ending theme, "Kirakira Days," is a gentle song that evokes feelings of friendship and growth, warming the hearts of viewers. These songs play a role in further enhancing the appeal of the work's theme and characters.

animation

The animation is also an element that enhances the appeal of this work. The character designs are by Shoji Hara, and the cute designs of the magical girls and the mysterious designs of the Ryōōki catch the viewer's eye. In addition, the scenes where magic is used and the scenes depicting strange spaces are visually entertaining.

Recommended points

"Sasami Magical Girl Club" is a heartwarming story about the growth and friendship of girls who use magic. It can be enjoyed by children and adults alike, and the following points are especially recommended:

• A touching story about the growth and friendship of girls who use magic.
• The individuality and growth of attractive characters
• A bright and cheerful opening theme that symbolizes the exploits of the magical girls
• A gentle ending theme that evokes feelings of friendship and growth
• Visually pleasing character design and animation

This work is a heartwarming story about the growth and friendship of girls who use magic, and can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. In particular, the story depicts the conflict of using magic and the deepening of friendship, the individuality and growth of the charming characters, the bright and cheerful opening theme that symbolizes the exploits of the magical girls, the gentle ending theme that gives a sense of friendship and growth, and the visually pleasing character designs and animation are recommended points. Please watch this work and feel the growth and friendship of the girls who use magic.