The appeal and evaluation of the Sanrio character animation series "Hello Kitty's Prince in the Dream Castle" and "Hello Kitty's Protect the Forest!"

Sanrio Character Animation Series Hello Kitty's Prince in the Dream Castle/Hello Kitty's Protect Everyone's Forest!

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

character

■ Release date

December 20, 2006

■Release and sales

Sanrio

■Frequencies

70 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 2

■Original Story

・Original work: Sanrio

■ Director

・Director: Masami Hata

■ Production

・Produced by Sanrio

■Works

©1994, 2006 SANRIO CO., LTD.

■ Story

During a field trip, Kitty sneaks off course and heads to an old castle. The castle is said to be the place where Prince Richard was saved from villains 700 years ago. When Kitty arrives at the castle, she meets Prince Richard, who is being chased by villains just like in the legend.

■Explanation

This animation depicts Kitty meeting a prince from history and going on a great adventure. Whether it's a dream or she's lost in a fairy tale, Kitty does her best to save the prince. The thrilling adventure is of course a highlight, as is the unravelling of the truth and mystery of history.

■Cast

・Hello Kitty/Megumi Hayashibara ・Mimi/Mina Tominaga

■ Main staff

・Original story: Sanrio ・Director: Masami Hata ・Produced by: Sanrio

■Subtitle

・Episode 1: Hello Kitty's Prince in the Castle of Dreams (2006/12/20)
Episode 2: Protect Hello Kitty's Forest! (2006/12/20)

■ Related works

・Sanrio original story anime series

Detailed evaluation and recommendation

There are many animated works that feature Sanrio characters, but among them, "Hello Kitty's Prince of Dream Castle/Hello Kitty's Protect Everyone's Forest!" is known for its unique story and charming character settings. This work was released as an OVA in 2006 and depicts a story of adventure and friendship woven by Sanrio characters.

The appeal of the story

The story of this work begins when Kitty, who gets lost in an old castle during a field trip, meets Prince Richard from 700 years ago. This setting, where history and fantasy intersect, has the power to draw viewers in. Kitty's struggle to save the prince is enjoyable for both children and adults. The second episode also depicts Kitty's struggle to protect the forest, which also contains a message of environmental protection.

Character Appeal

The voice of Megumi Hayashibara, who plays Kitty, perfectly expresses the character of Kitty, who is both kind and strong. Also, the voice of Mina Tominaga, who plays Mimmy, plays the role of Kitty's good friend well. Prince Richard and other characters are also unique and are loved by viewers.

Visuals and Music

The visual quality of this OVA is very high, and the lively movements of the Sanrio characters are never boring. The backgrounds and colors are beautiful, and the old castle and forest scenes are particularly visually enjoyable. The music also plays a role in livening up the story, making you feel the tension of the adventure and the warmth of friendship.

Director and staff

Director Masami Hata is an experienced director who has been involved in Sanrio's character animation for many years. As a result, the direction is designed to bring out the best in the characters. Also, because Sanrio itself is involved in the production, they are able to develop a new story while firmly preserving the worldview of the characters.

Recommended points

This work is recommended not only for those who like Sanrio characters, but also for those who like fantasy and adventure. It is a good opportunity to teach children about history and the importance of environmental protection. In addition, because it is a compact OVA format of 70 minutes, even busy adults can enjoy it easily.

Comparison with related works

There are many other works in Sanrio's original story animation series, but "Hello Kitty's Dream Castle Prince/Hello Kitty's Protect Everyone's Forest!" stands out among them for the depth of the story and the charm of the characters. For example, the "With Hello Kitty!" series has more content aimed at children, but this work can be enjoyed by adults as well. Also, "Kiki and Lala's Magical Lullaby" has a strong fantasy element, but this work is characterized by the intersection of history and reality.

How to watch

This work can be viewed on video distribution services such as U-NEXT. The DVD is also available for purchase at Sanrio's official online shop and anime shops. When watching, be sure to pay attention to the differences in the story and character growth for each subtitle.

summary

"Hello Kitty's Prince of the Dream Castle/Hello Kitty's Protect Everyone's Forest!" is a wonderful work that depicts a story of adventure and friendship woven by Sanrio characters. It is filled with a story where history and fantasy intersect, charming characters, beautiful images and music, and the attention to detail of the director and staff. Please watch it once and feel its charm.