A thorough review of Pinko's secret curry! What is its taste and appeal?

Pinko's Secret Curry - The charm of a surreal world view and a relaxing shiritori song

■Overview of the work

"Pinko's Secret Curry" is a short anime series that aired on TV Tokyo from 2008 to 2009. It consists of 19 episodes, each lasting just one minute, and features a surreal shiritori song themed on "secret curry" taught by Pinko. This work was aired as part of the children's programs "Phi Tension School" and "Phi Tension TV," and became a hot topic due to the appearance of Neptune's Ken Horiuchi and others.

■ Story

Pinko's "secret curry" recipe has been turned into a word chain song! However, the lyrics are all surreal and incomprehensible, including "Indian pig's ass," "flat-headed hairy crab," "champion of meats," "smelly feet of natto," and "Niagara of pee." Viewers are drawn into the mystery of whether they can really make curry with this word chain.

■Explanation

"Pinko's Secret Curry" is a work that features a surreal, laid-back word chain song. Although the title has "curry" in it, the content has nothing to do with curry, and features a mysterious word chain song. This unique worldview has captivated viewers, and many become addicted to it. It was also broadcast as part of a children's program, and was loved by a wide range of people from children to adults.

■Production Background

"Pinko's Secret Curry" was produced by the animation production company DLE. It was directed by Kuroyanagi Teppei and the music was by Higuchi Takahide. DLE is a company that produces a wide range of videos, including short animated films and commercials, and "Pinko's Secret Curry" was created as part of that effort. This work can be said to be the result of DLE's combined creative talents.

■Broadcast information

"Pinko's Secret Curry" was broadcast every Saturday from 7:00 to 7:30 from January 5 to March 29, 2008. Additional episodes were broadcast from September 6 to October 4, 2008, and again on February 7, 2009. Although it was a short series of only 19 episodes, it made a big impact and left a lasting impression on viewers.

■ Main staff

• Director: Kuroyanagi Teppei
• Music: Takahide Higuchi
• Produced by: DLE

■Subtitle

• Episode 1: (2008/01/05)
• Episode 2: (2008/01/12)
• Episode 3: (2008/01/19)
• Episode 4: (2008/01/26)
• Episode 5: (2008/02/02)
• Episode 6: (2008/02/09)
• Episode 7: (2008/02/16)
• Episode 8: (2008/02/23)
• Episode 9: (2008/03/01)
• Episode 10: (2008/03/08)
• Episode 11: (2008/03/15)
• Episode 12: (2008/03/22)
• Episode 13: (2008/03/29)
• Episode 14: (2008/09/06)
• Episode 15: (2008/09/13)
• Episode 16: (2008/09/20)
• Episode 17: (2008/09/27)
• Episode 18: (2008/10/04)
• Episode 19: (2009/02/07)

■ Theme songs and music

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• Pinko's Secret Curry

■Copyright

©DLE/Phi Tension☆School Production Committee, TV Tokyo ©DLE/Phi Tension☆TV Production Committee

■The appeal of the work

The greatest appeal of "Pinko's Secret Curry" is its surreal worldview and laid-back shiritori song. Viewers can laugh at the incomprehensible lyrics and watch in excitement wondering what will come next. In addition, the story unfolds in a short one-minute time slot, making it easy for busy modern people to enjoy.

■ Viewer reactions

"Pinko's Secret Curry" has been loved by many viewers since it was first broadcast. Children in particular laughed out loud at the surreal lyrics, and parents were also drawn into the unique worldview. It also became a hot topic on the Internet, with many fans sharing their impressions on social media and blogs. Many of the comments included, "I looked forward to watching it every week," and "I laughed watching it with my kids."

■ Influence of the work

Although "Pinko's Secret Curry" was a short animated film, it had a big impact and influenced subsequent anime works. In particular, the surreal gags and relaxed expressions were used as references by many creators. DLE's production style and creative talent were also highly praised, and their influence can be seen in subsequent works.

■ Recommendation points

"Pinko's Secret Curry" is recommended for those who like surreal worldviews and laid-back shiritori songs. It is also perfect for those who want to enjoy it with their children, or for those who want to laugh easily even during busy times. It is also a must-see for those who want to know more about the creative talents of DLE.

■ Related works

Other works produced by DLE, like "Pinko's Secret Curry", include "Yatterman" and "Gintama". These works are also characterized by surreal gags and unique worldviews, and have a common appeal with "Pinko's Secret Curry". In addition, "Phi Tension School" and "Phi Tension TV", which were also broadcast on TV Tokyo, are aimed at children but can be enjoyed by adults as well.

■How to watch

"Pinko's Secret Curry" can be viewed on video streaming services such as U-NEXT. It is also available on DVD, so it is recommended for those who want to keep it on hand. In addition, some episodes are also available on video sharing sites such as YouTube, so you can easily try it out.

■ Summary

"Pinko's Secret Curry" is a short animated series with a surreal worldview and a laid-back shiritori song. The story unfolds in a short one-minute time span and has been loved by a wide range of people, from children to adults. This work, which brings together the creative talents of DLE, provides viewers with laughter and surprises, and its impact has not faded even today. Please watch it and experience its unique worldview.