Nogizaka Haruka's Secret - Nogizaka Harukano Himitsu - Review and Recommendation"The Secret of Nogizaka Haruka" is a TV anime series based on the light novel by Yusaku Igarashi, which aired from July 4 to September 30, 2008. This work is a romantic comedy about the secret of Haruka Nogizaka, who can be said to be a perfect superhuman, and it continues to be loved by many fans. Below, we will provide detailed information and reviews of this work. ■ Public MediaTV anime series ■ Original MediaLight novel ■ Broadcast periodJuly 4, 2008 - September 30, 2008 ■TV anime Chiba TV July 10, 2008 to September 25, 2008 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Thursday 26:00 to 26:30 tvk July 10, 2008 to September 25, 2008 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Thursday 26:15 to 26:45 Teletama July 12, 2008 to September 27, 2008 (episodes 1 to 12) Every Saturday 25:30 to 26:00 Yomiuri TV July 14, 2008 to September 29, 2008 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Monday 26:39 to 27:09 Chukyo TV July 16, 2008 to October 1, 2008 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Wednesday 27:14 to 27:44 AT-X July 22, 2008 to October 7, 2008 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Tuesday 9:30 to 10:00 ■ Online distribution GYAO! September 12, 2008 to October 31, 2008 (Episodes 1 to 12) Updated every Friday from 12:00 ■Broadcasting stationYTV, UHF, GYAO! ■Frequencieshalf an hour ■ Number of EpisodesEpisode 12 ■Original StoryYusaku Igarashi ■ DirectorMunenori Nawa ■ Production・Animation Production: Diomedea Produced by: "Nogizaka Haruka no Himitsu" Production Committee (Geneon Entertainment, Yomiuri TV, ASCII Media Works, Yomiuri Advertising, KLOCKWORX, Kadokawa Mobile, STUDIO MAUSU) ■Works©Yusaku Igarashi/ASCII Media Works/The Secret of Haruka Nogizaka Production Committee ■ Storydetail What is "The Secret of Nogizaka Haruka"? ■Explanationdetail A popular love comedy TV anime based on the original work by Yusaku Igarashi. Haruka Nogizaka, the perfect young lady with beautiful looks and intelligence, has a secret that she keeps hidden from those around her. ■Castdetail・Nogizaka Haruka/Noto Mamiko/Ayase Hiroto/Hatano Wataru/Nogizaka Mika/Goto Mai/Amamiya Shiina/Sato Rina/Sakurazaka Hazuki/Shimizu Kaori/Nanajo Nanami/Ueda Kana/Ayase Ruko/Namatamae Hitomi/Kamishiro Yukari/Matsuki Miyu/Asakura Nobunaga/Takagi Reiko/Nagai/Miyashita Eiji/Ogawa/Osuga Jun/Takenami/Yasumoto Hiroki/Asahina Mai/Toyosaki Aki/Sawamura Ryoko/Kitamura Eri/Ogasawara Takashi/Majima Junji/Nogizaka Gento/Tateki Fumihiko/Nogizaka Akiho/Hisakawa Aya/Nogizaka Ouki/Naya Rokuro ■ Main staffdetail・Original story by Yusaku Igarashi ・Planning by Akihiro Kawamura, Yasuhiko Goto, Ken Hironaka, Koji Kumoide, Nobuhiko Sako, Osumi Suzuki, Mitsue Ono ・Producers by Nobuhiro Nakayama, Atsushi Wada, Kazuma Miki, Tomoyuki Saito, Shinichi Ikeda, Tsuneo Takechi, Naoki Hamada, Ryosuke Naya ■ Main Charactersdetail Haruka Nogizaka is a beautiful and intelligent girl with the nickname "Nuit Etoile" and a fan club with over three digit members. She is the perfect example of a sheltered idol at school. However, she has one secret that she keeps hidden from everyone around her... ■Subtitledetail・Episode 1: It's no good... (2008/07/10) ■ Related worksdetail・Nogizaka Haruka's Secret Puretsua♪ ■ Theme songs and musicdetail・OP1 ■Review"The Secret of Nogizaka Haruka" is a romantic comedy about the secrets of the perfect superhuman Haruka Nogizaka, and its appeal is wide-ranging. Below, we will evaluate this work from various perspectives, including the story, characters, music, and production. storyThe story of "Haruka Nogizaka's Secret" revolves around the secret that Haruka Nogizaka, the perfect young lady, has. Her secret destroys her perfect image, and the story revolves around her relationship with Ayase Hiroto, the only classmate who knows it. The slapstick comedy surrounding this secret will keep viewers entertained, with new developments awaiting one after another. Particularly impressive is the gradual uncovering of Haruka's secret. Her secret delves deeper into her own humanity, allowing viewers to empathize with her growth and struggles as the story unfolds. Her relationship with Hiroto also gradually deepens, adding to the appeal of the series as a romantic comedy. Furthermore, unique characters such as the Nogizaka family's maids, Haruka's younger sister Mika, and Hiroto's older sister Ruko add excitement to the story. Their presence enriches the relationship between Haruka and Hiroto and balances the story as a whole. characterEach character in "The Secret of Nogizaka Haruka" is unique and charming. In particular, Nogizaka Haruka is a perfect young lady, but her secret makes her seem more human. By learning her secret, viewers discover a new side of her and grow more attached to her. Although Ayase Hiroto is an ordinary high school student, he grows as he learns Haruka's secret. His story of growth also moves the audience. In addition, the supporting characters, such as Hiroto's sister Ruko and the Nogizaka family maids, are also attractive and add excitement to the whole story. In particular, the Nogizaka family's maids, Sakurazaka Hazuki and Nanami Nanashi, have their own unique charms while taking care of Haruka and Mika. Their presence adds color to the story, such as Hazuki's love of cute things and Nanami's combination with Mika. musicThe music in "Nogizaka Haruka no Himitsu" is an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work. The opening theme, "Tomadoi Bitter Tune," is a song that symbolizes Haruka's secret and draws the viewer's attention. The ending theme, "Hitosashiyubi Quiet!", is a song that symbolizes the relationship between Haruka and Hiroto, leaving a lingering impression on the viewer. Furthermore, the inserted songs also bring out the individuality of each character and liven up the atmosphere of the story as a whole. In particular, Nogizaka Haruka's "Le Secret" and Nogizaka Mika's "I'm Your Little Sister...But..." express the characters' feelings deeply. ProductionThe production of "The Secret of Haruka Nogizaka" is by Diomedea and brings out the charm of the original work to the fullest. Director Munenori Nawa faithfully recreates the worldview of the original work while adding his own interpretation, providing new appeal to viewers. Character designer Satoshi Ishino provides meticulous designs for the anime adaptation of the original characters, while chief animation directors Satoshi Ishino, Takehiro Hamazu, Masakazu Ishikawa, and Mitsuru Ohara meticulously depict the characters' movements and expressions, conveying realistic emotions to the audience. Music composer Tsuyoshi Watanabe plays an important role in creating the atmosphere of the work. His music draws the viewer in and enhances the overall mood of the story. Sound director Yoshikazu Iwanami also skillfully uses character voices and sound effects to provide a realistic experience for the viewer. ■Recommendation"The Secret of Haruka Nogizaka" is a very appealing romantic comedy and can be recommended to many viewers. In particular, it is packed with various elements such as the slapstick comedy surrounding the secret of the perfect young lady, the growth story of the unique characters, and the charm of the music. To enjoy this work, we also recommend reading the original light novel. By reading the original work, you can gain a deeper understanding of the characters' backgrounds and the details of the story. Also, be sure to check out the related works "Haruka Nogizaka's Secret: Puretsua♪" and "Haruka Nogizaka's Secret: Finale♪". These works delve deeper into the relationship between Haruka and Yuto, providing new emotions for the viewers. In addition, to enjoy the music, we recommend purchasing the CDs of the theme songs and insert songs. These songs are an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work and attracting the viewers' hearts. Also, check out other works provided by Music Brains, the music production company. These works will help you understand the appeal of Tsuyoshi Watanabe's music even more deeply. "The Secret of Haruka Nogizaka" is a very attractive romantic comedy and can be recommended to many viewers. It is packed with various elements, such as a slapstick comedy about the secret of a perfect young lady, a story of the growth of unique characters, and the charm of music. Please enjoy this work. |
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