Nanatsuiro ★ Drops First love that encompasses you - Nanatsuiro ★ Drops First Love That Encompasses You ■ Public Media TV anime series ■ Original Media 18+ games ■ Broadcast period July 3, 2007 - September 18, 2007 Chiba TV July 2, 2007 - September 17, 2007 (Episodes 1-12) Every Monday 25:40-26:10
tvk July 2, 2007 to September 17, 2007 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Monday 26:15 to 26:45
Teletama July 2, 2007 to September 17, 2007 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Monday 26:30 to 27:00
TV Hokkaido July 3, 2007 to September 18, 2007 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Tuesday 27:00 to 27:30
AT-X September 19, 2007 to December 5, 2007 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Wednesday 11:00 to 11:30 ■Broadcasting station CTC, UHF, AT-X ■Frequencies half an hour ■ Number of Episodes Episode 12 ■Original Story @piece ■ Director Tenshi Yamamoto ■ Production Animation Production: Studio Barcelona Production: Nanatsuiro Drops Production Committee (Geneon Entertainment, Shogakukan, Media Works, AC Create, Yomiko Advertising) ■Works ©Unison Shift/SOFTPAL Inc./"Nanairo Drops" Production Committee ■ Story For example, when you are gazing at the stars outside the window. For example, when you are writing a secret diary at the end of the day.
Mysterious events suddenly fall from the sky.
The bustling city is just a few train stops away.
It's a little inconvenient, but it's quiet, there's an observation deck, and you can see lots of shooting stars...
Such a town is Hoshigaoka, Maikata City. It is known as "the town closest to the stars in the world."
Masaharu Tsuwabuki attends the only school in Hoshigaoka, Seijo Gakuen.
He's a little clumsy, but he's just an ordinary boy.
I was in a new class and I was in a new grade. I had never spoken to classmates before.
It was a little difficult for the clumsy Masaharu.
One day in May, Masaharu's life changes 180 degrees.
Due to a strange accident in which he drinks some suspicious juice, Masaharu turns into a small stuffed sheep when the sun goes down!!
There is only one way to return to normal: to collect the "star drops" that fall to the town along with shooting stars.
And the only one who can collect the "Star Drops" is a special girl, chosen by the mysterious wand.
That "special girl" was his classmate, Akihime Sumomo...
A classmate I've never spoken to before. But if he finds out my true identity, I'll never be able to go back to being a normal person.
During the day, he is a clumsy boy named Masaharu Ishibuki, and at night, he is a stuffed sheep named Yuki-chan.
A page of a mysterious story now begins. ■Explanation A sweet and heartbreaking story of pure love told through star drops and first love
Masaharu Ishibuki, a student at Seijo Gakuen, turns into a stuffed sheep when the sun goes down. In order to return to his original body, Masaharu must collect "star drops" together with Sumomo Akihime, a special girl chosen by the "mysterious wand." During the day, he is "Masaharu Ishibuki," and at night, he is "Yuki-chan," a stuffed sheep... A page in a mysterious story begins now!
*Quoted from Bandai Channel ■Cast・Ishibuki Masaharu/Nojima Hirofumi・Akihime Sumomo/Yumoto Michiru・Yuki-chan/Goto Mai・Yaeno Nadeshiko/Shimizu Kaori・Yuki Nona/Matsuoka Yuki・Kisaragi Natsume/Taniyama Kisho・Arthur Matsuda/Takahashi Hiroki・Koiwai Flora/Kurokawa Nami・Sakuraba Keisuke/Hino Satoshi・Fukado Nobuko/Kubota Megumi・Amemori Yayoi/Aoki Sayaka・Asamiya Natsuki, Asamiya Akino, Asamiya Toa/Motoi Emi・Akihime Masashiro/Inoue Kazuhiko・Akihime Karin/Ito Miki ■ Main staff・Original work: @Peace ・Director: Tenshi Yamamoto ・Series composition: Mitsuru Shimada ・Scenario supervision: Kenichi Minoda (Unison Shift)
・Character design / Ito Noizi・Character design, chief animation director / Ibe Yukiko・Chief animator / Obara Mitsuru・Prop design / Ajiki Kei・Art director / Kosakabe Naoko・Color design / Kaiho Shigenobu・Director of photography / Yamada Kazuhiro・Editor / Uchida Megumi・Sound director / Iwanami Miwa・Music / Yamakawa Etsuko・Producers / Miyashita Tomoyuki, Ihei Takaya, Uchikoshi Ryoichi, Ikeda Shinichi・Animation production / Studio Barcelona・Production / "Nanairo Drops" Production Committee (Geneon Entertainment, Shogate, MediaWorks, AC Create, Yomiuri Advertising) ■ Main Characters・Akihime Plum (Prima Plum)
A second-year girl at Seijo Academy. She likes taking care of flowers and is in the gardening club. She's shy and timid, but she's basically a hard worker with a pure, kind personality. She's not good at being in the spotlight, and when she thinks about standing in front of everyone in music or PE classes, she gets so nervous she feels like she might faint. She's not good with boys, though. Her face gets red easily. On a beautiful spring night under the stars, a stuffed sheep named Yuki-chan suddenly appears, and she believes her crazy story and decides to help her collect "star drops"...
・Ishibuki Masaharu A boy in his second year at Seijo Academy. He lives alone in the student dormitory closest to the school, about a 10-minute walk away. He is in the same class as Sumomo and the others, but they are still in a new class together, so they have hardly ever spoken to each other. He doesn't intend to intentionally alienate people, but he is not the type to proactively communicate with others, and he is easily misunderstood because he has trouble expressing his feelings.
・Yuki-chan A mysterious sheep-shaped stuffed animal that can talk and move, suddenly appears in front of Sumomo. Since it had no name, Sumomo named it "Yuki-chan". Since he can't return to the land of stuffed animals, he asks for Sumomo's help and gives her a mysterious ring, asking her to collect "star drops", pieces of a shooting star. ... In fact, Masaharu, who drank a suspicious juice, turns into this when the sun sets! In order to return to his original human form, he must collect seven "star drops". Also, if people find out that he is "Yuki-chan", he is carrying a bomb: he will never be able to return to being human and will become a real stuffed animal.
Yaeno Nadeshiko is Sumomo's best friend and is in the same gardening club. Her personality is the complete opposite of Sumomo's, she is very manly and cool. She is not the type to show her weaknesses to others. She doesn't say much, so at first she gives off a cold and unapproachable vibe, but in reality she is a kind and reliable girl who will silently help people in trouble. She was raised in a strict, old-fashioned household, so she values courtesy and consideration. She sees Sumomo as someone she wants to protect, including her admiration for the girlish attributes she does not have, and at first she does not think very highly of Masaharu, who scares Sumomo.
・Yuuki Nona A second-year student at Seijo Academy, she transfers into the protagonist's class in the middle of the first semester. She is a top-performing girl in her grade, and a rich young lady who drives to school in a luxury car from her super-luxurious family home. Although she has parents, they are not at home, and she lives alone in the mansion with her personal butler. She has an elitist mentality and is very proud. However, it seems like the flip side of being a hard worker. But at heart, she is a good person. She can't abandon people who are not doing well. Although she can say some pretty harsh things out of the blue, she always says them for their own good. Perhaps because she just transferred to the school, or perhaps because she is a bit assertive, she doesn't have any friends yet. She thinks she is used to being alone. It seems that her glasses are the wrong prescription, and she cannot recognize people's faces unless she gets very close.
・Kisaragi Natsume A biology teacher at Seijo Academy and the advisor of the gardening club that Sumomo and her friends belong to. 28 years old and single. A mysterious person who helps Masaharu when he turns into a stuffed animal, explains various things to him as guidance and advice on how to return to his original form, and says that if he collects seven "Star Drops", he will make a medicine that will return him to being human. For some reason, this teacher doesn't care even when she finds out that Masaharu is Yuki-chan. Masaharu, who has turned into Yuki-chan, is sometimes led around by her, as she has a slightly troublesome personality, as she likes to tease people, although she doesn't mean any harm. It is unclear whether she is unconscious about it, but she has a habit of not saying important things until later.
Arthur is Nona Matsuda's personal butler who always watches over her from the shadows. He is always faithful to his master. His hobby is caring, and he wants to be of help to others. He has a lot of work to do, such as picking up and dropping off guests and preparing meals, so he sometimes makes mistakes.
Prima Asparas A mysterious girl who suddenly appears in front of Sumomo and calls herself her rival. She calls herself "Prima Asparas" and calls Sumomo "Prima Plum". Neither Sumomo nor the protagonist have the slightest idea why she is called that, and they are somewhat confused. However, she is an open rival and keeps attacking Sumomo. Like Sumomo, she collects "Star Drops", but her power far surpasses Sumomo's, so it isn't much of a contest. She is a good person at heart, and sometimes unintentionally helps Sumomo when she sees her hesitating.
Arthur is Prima Asparagus' partner and a mysterious talking dog. His main job is to carry various items, such as the bottles for the "Star Drops". He always watches over Prima Asparagus with a worried look on his face. Although he is a large dog with the appearance of a hunting dog, he has a gentle and calm personality.
・Flora Koiwai One of the protagonist's classmates who has been in the same class since last year. A soothing young lady. Her family runs a Japanese-style cafe called "Lime Light". Flora sometimes helps out. When it comes to romance, she is the most precocious of her classmates, and she also looks after the protagonist in various ways.
Keisuke Sakuraba: A classmate of the protagonist who has been in the same class since last year. He is good at talking, cheerful and thoughtful, and is the mood maker of the class. However, he is sometimes a little insensitive. He and Nobuko are a little worried that the protagonist is not fitting in with the class.
A classmate of the protagonist who has been in the same class since last year. A tomboyish and caring older sister. She has a friendly personality. Her family runs a fireworks shop. She is secretly worried about the protagonist, who has not been able to fit in with the other classmates in his new class.
・Amemori Yayoi A classmate of the protagonist who has been in the same class since last year. A slightly offbeat and mysterious girl. Her family runs a ramen shop. She may seem easygoing, but she actually has a keen eye for observing people... or maybe not. ■Subtitle・Episode 1: What is destiny? (2007/07/02)
Episode 2: Hydrangea-colored memories (2007/07/09)
・Episode 3: Golden Wishing Star (2007/07/16)
・Episode 4: Summer-colored Poolside (2007/07/23)
Episode 5: Starry Sky of Excitement (2007/07/30)
Episode 6: Gentle Blue Sunset (2007/08/06)
Episode 7: Honey-colored confusion (2007/08/13)
Episode 8: Wings of Happiness (2007/08/20)
Episode 9: The Color of Sadness is Sand Beige (2007/08/27)
Episode 10: Silver Full Moon (2007/09/03)
Episode 11: Tearful Decision (2007/09/10)
Episode 12: First Love is Seven Colors (2007/09/17) ■ Related works・Nanairo Drops Nanatsuiro Theater ■ Theme songs and music・OP1
・Shining stars bless☆
Lyrics: KOTOKO, Kaori Shizuki Composition: Maiko Iuchi Arrangement: Maiko Iuchi Singer: Kaori Shizuki
・ED1
・mo・o!
Lyrics by aya
・Composition: aya
・Arrangement/AKIHIRO
・Song: LOVERIN TAMBURIN
・ED2
・Koisuru★Fluorite ・Lyrics by Suigetsu Ryo ・Music by Suigetsu Ryo ・Singer by Akira
・IN1
・Beside me...
Lyrics: aya
・Composition: aya
・Arrangement/AKIHIRO
・Song: LOVERIN TAMBURIN Nanatsuiro ★ Drops First love that encompasses you - Reviews and Recommendations "Nanatsuiro Drops First love that encompasses you" is a TV anime series that was broadcast in 2007, and is a work born from the unusual combination of an original 18+ game. This anime is a story about the mysterious adventures of the main character, Masaharu Ishibuki, who aims to return to his original form by collecting star drops, and the bittersweetness of first love. Below, we will explain in detail the appeal and features of this work, as well as the recommended points. The appeal of the story The story of "Nanatsuiro Drops" is a perfect blend of fantasy and coming-of-age drama. The setting in which the main character, Masaharu, drinks a suspicious juice and at night transforms into a stuffed sheep named "Yuki-chan" serves as a powerful hook to draw viewers in. In order to solve this mysterious phenomenon, he sets out on a journey with his classmate, Akihime Sumomo, to collect "star drops," providing viewers with one new mystery and thrill after another. Furthermore, the story is not just fantasy; it also depicts the bittersweetness of youth through the relationship between Masaharu and Sumomo, and their interactions with their classmates. In particular, the time Masaharu spends with Sumomo as Yuki-chan evokes the purity and sadness of first love, warming the hearts of viewers. Furthermore, the story progresses from the perspective of a different character in each episode, depicting human relationships and growth from multiple perspectives. Character Appeal Each character in this work is unique and leaves a strong impression on the viewer. The main character, Masaharu, is an ordinary boy who is a little clumsy and has difficulty communicating, but the purity and courage he shows in the form of Yuki-chan symbolizes his growth. Sumomo is shy and uneasy around strangers, but she is charming in the way she protects Masaharu's secret and works hard with him to collect star drops. Other characters with unique personalities add color to the story, including Sumomo's best friend Yaeno Nadeshiko, transfer student Yuki Nona, and biology teacher Kisaragi Natsume. In particular, Nadeshiko's manly personality and kindness, Nona's pride and hardworking side, and Natsume's mysterious behavior and humor provide viewers with new perspectives and deepen the story. Sub-characters such as Prima Asparagus and Arthur also add color to the story and entertain viewers. Visuals and Music The visuals of "Nanatsuiro Drops" beautifully depict the fictional town of Hoshigaoka. The star-dappled night sky, the quiet streets, and the characters' expressions and movements are visually very appealing. In particular, the characters' emotions are expressed in great detail thanks to the skill of Yukiko Ibe, who was in charge of character design and general animation director. The musical quality of this work is also excellent. The opening theme "Shining stars bless☆" combines Kaori Shizuki's powerful voice with Maiko Iuchi's beautiful melody, symbolizing the adventure and youth of the story. The ending themes "mo・o!" and "Koisuru★Fluorite" are also emotionally rich songs that match each scene and capture the hearts of viewers. The insert song "Watashi no Soba ni..." has a gentle melody that symbolizes the relationship between Masaharu and Sumomo, further deepening the emotion of the story. Recommended points "Nanatsuiro ★ Drops First love that encompasses you" is a fascinating work that combines fantasy and youth drama. It is especially recommended for the following viewers: - Fantasy lovers : Those who like the fantasy element of collecting star drops will enjoy the development of the story and the growth of the characters.
- Teen drama fans : If you enjoy teen dramas that depict the bittersweetness of first love and growing up through interactions with classmates, the relationship between Masaharu and Sumomo and the stories of their classmates will resonate with you.
- Character-focused viewers : People who enjoy the growth and relationships of unique characters will love stories told from each character's perspective.
- Those who enjoy beautiful visuals and music : If you enjoy the beautiful scenery of Hoshigaoka, the character designs, and the emotional music, this is the title for you.
"Nanatsuiro Drops First Love that encompasses you" is a work that combines fantasy and youth drama, with unique characters, beautiful visuals and music. Please take a look at this anime that will provide viewers with new impressions and surprises. |
