The appeal of Sanrio's character animation series: A thorough review of Hello Kitty's Postman, Happy Tulips, and I Hate My Dad

Sanrio Character Animation Series Hello Kitty's Thank You Postman/Hello Kitty's Happy Tulips/Hello Kitty's I Hate My Dad

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

character

■ Release date

December 20, 2006

■Release and sales

Sanrio

■Frequencies

65 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 3

■Original Story

・Original work: Sanrio

■ Director

・Director: Yasuo Ishikawa

■ Production

・Produced by Sanrio

■Works

©1993, 2006 SANRIO CO., LTD.

■ Story

Neil, who works as a postman, continues to work despite his advanced age and is very kind, worrying about his Aunt Jessica. Kitty and her friends wonder if there is something they can do to help him. Then they come up with the idea of ​​giving a present to Neil...

■Explanation

A heartwarming animation in which Kitty and friends work hard for an elderly postman. Kitty and friends want to do something for the postman who has a tough job every day. A touching story born from the consideration for hardworking and kind people.

■Cast

・Hello Kitty/Megumi Hayashibara ・Mimi/Miina Tominaga ・Neil/Eiji Maruyama

■ Main staff

Original story: Sanrio Director: Yasuo Ishikawa Animation directors: Kanji Akahori, Maya Matsuyama Production: Sanrio

■Subtitle

・Episode 1: Thank You, Hello Kitty's Postman (2006/12/20)
・Episode 2: Hello Kitty's Happy Tulips (2006/12/20)
・Episode 3: I Hate Hello Kitty's Dad (2006/12/20)

■ Related works

・Sanrio original story anime series

Detailed evaluation and recommendation

Background and production of the work

Since first introducing Hello Kitty in 1974, Sanrio has created many characters beloved around the world. This OVA series was produced as part of the Sanrio Original Story Anime Series, which tells heartwarming stories starring Sanrio characters. Released on December 20, 2006, this work consists of three episodes, each with a different theme.

Episode-by-episode details

Episode 1: Thank you, Hello Kitty's postman

The main character of this episode is Neal, an old postman. Neal works hard every day and is loved by the people in the community. Kitty and her friends plan a special gift to honor Neal's efforts and express their gratitude to him. This episode depicts the importance of gratitude and consideration, giving viewers a warm feeling. In particular, the scene where Neal's kindness intersects with Kitty and her friends' pure hearts will not leave you crying.

Episode 2: Hello Kitty's Tulips of Happiness

In this episode, Kitty spreads happiness through tulips. Tulips are the flower that heralds the arrival of spring and symbolize hope and new beginnings. As Kitty grows the tulips, she learns the importance of friendship and family ties. This episode will leave viewers feeling hopeful and joyful, and remind them of the little joys that can be found in everyday life.

Episode 3: I Hate Hello Kitty's Dad

This episode depicts the relationship between Kitty and her father. Kitty rebels against her father's strictness and at first thinks, "I hate my dad." However, as the story progresses, her father's love and understanding grows, and Kitty reevaluates her feelings. This episode teaches us the importance of family ties and understanding. It will be a relatable story, especially for children who are struggling with parent-child relationships.

Characters and cast

The star of this OVA series is, of course, Hello Kitty. Kitty is an iconic Sanrio character who has charmed many fans with her cute appearance and kind heart. Megumi Hayashibara, who plays Kitty, makes full use of her experience and skills as a voice actress to perfectly express Kitty's purity and kindness. Mina Tominaga, who plays Mimmy, and Eiji Maruyama, who plays Neil, also bring out the rich personalities of their respective characters.

Animation and Music

The animation directors for this OVA series are Kanji Akahori and Maya Matsuyama. Through their hands, Sanrio characters come to life and the resulting work is visually appealing. In particular, the use of backgrounds and colors contributes greatly to enhancing the atmosphere of the story. The music also plays an important role, with heartwarming melodies that further deepen the emotional impact of the story.

Viewer reactions and ratings

This OVA series has been highly praised not only by Sanrio fans, but by a wide range of age groups. In particular, children have sympathized with Kitty's kindness and tales of friendship, while adults have been touched by the touching story. It has also been well received on streaming sites such as U-NEXT, with many viewers reporting being moved to tears. Furthermore, each episode has a universal theme, yet a specific message, leaving a deep impression on viewers.

Recommendations and related works

This OVA series is recommended not only for people who like Sanrio characters, but for anyone looking for a heartwarming story. It is especially recommended for those who value the bonds between family and friends. Also, if you are interested in this series, we recommend other original story anime series by Sanrio. For example, "Hello Kitty" and "Kiki and Lala's Magical Lullaby" also have heartwarming stories and charming characters.

Conclusion

"Sanrio Character Animation Series: Hello Kitty's Thank You Postman/Hello Kitty's Tulips of Happiness/Hello Kitty's I Hate My Dad" is a heartwarming story woven by Sanrio characters that teaches the importance of gratitude, compassion, and family ties. Visually and musically excellent, this OVA series is sure to inspire a wide range of viewers, from children to adults. We hope you will enjoy this series and rediscover the small joys that can be found in everyday life.