Ganbare! Memeko-chan: A thorough review of a work with lively characters and a touching story

Good luck! Memeko-chan - Good luck! Memeko-chan

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

August 19, 2008 *A FLASH animation DVD was included as a special supplement in the October 2008 issue of Manga Club Original.

■Release and sales

Takeshobo

■Frequencies

7 mins

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Munko

■ Director

・Animation executive producer: Kenshiro Morii

■ Production

・Production: STUDIO MORIKEN

■Explanation

The DVD "Ganbare Memeko-chan" that came with the October issue of Manga Club Original is now available for free!
The story is based on a newly drawn illustration by Munko-sensei, and the animation is handled by Kenshiro Morii-sensei, who is also the creator of Manga Club's original series "Fish & Cats." Don't miss the opening theme sung by Yura Hazuki!!

*Quoted from the official website of Takeshobo 4koma magazine

■Cast

・Memeko Kashiwaba/Chihiro Aikawa ・Katsumi Kishida/Teruya Maruyama ・Betty/Yura Hazuki

■ Main staff

・Original story by Munko ・Executive Producer of the anime by Kenshiro Morii ・Art by Hiroaki Magari, Miho Yokoi, Hiroshi Sakai, so-shi (STUDIO MORIKEN)
・Cooperation: Reion Co., Ltd. ・Planning and production: Takeshobo ・Production: STUDIO MORIKEN

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・Something Good・Lyrics: Kenshiro Morii・Composition: Kenshiro Morii・Arrangement: Drop (Seifumeigetsu)
・Song: Yura Hazuki (Clear Breeze and Bright Moon)

・ED1
・Ganbare! Koi no Hana (Flower of Love) Lyrics by Yura Hazuki (Seifu Meigetsu)
・Composition/Drop (Seifu Meigetsu)
・Arrangement/Drop (Seifu Meigetsu)
・Song: Yura Hazuki (Clear Breeze and Bright Moon)

・IN1
・Betty Boot Camp ・Lyrics by Kenshiro Morii and Yura Hazuki (Seifu Meigetsu)
・Composition: Hoshimi Soujin ・Arrangement: Hoshimi Soujin ・Singer: Hazuki Yura (Seifu Meigetsu)

Ganbare! Memeko-chan - Ganbare! Memeko-chan Review and Recommendation

"Ganbare! Memeko-chan" is a short animated film released as an OVA in 2008. This work is based on the original story by Munko, animated by Morii Kenshiro, and published by Takeshobo. In just seven minutes, this work provides viewers with laughter and emotion, truly embodying the message "Ganbare!".

Story and Characters

The story of "Ganbare! Memeko-chan" depicts the protagonist, Kashiwaba Memeko, facing various difficulties. Memeko is a character who never gives up and keeps trying no matter how difficult the situation. Her positive attitude gives courage and hope to viewers. Memeko's friends, Kishida Katsumi and Betty, are also portrayed as unique and charming characters whose presence supports Memeko's growth.

The voice actors, Chihiro Aikawa as Memeko, Teruya Maruyama as Katsumi, and Yura Hazuki as Betty, are also excellent, expressing the emotions of their characters realistically. Yura Hazuki's performance in particular perfectly conveys Betty's brightness and strength.

Animation and Music

The animation is a work that highlights the high technical skills of STUDIO MORIKEN. In the short seven minutes, the character movements and expressions are drawn in detail, providing a visual treat. The teamwork of the animation artists Hiroaki Magari, Miho Yokoi, Hiroshi Sakai, and so-shi is also excellent, raising the quality of the entire work.

Music is also an important element that enhances the appeal of this work. The opening theme, "Nanka Ii Koto," captures the hearts of viewers with its exquisite match of Hazuki Yura's powerful voice and Morii Kenshiro's lyrics and composition. The ending theme, "Ganbare! Koi no Hana," also features an impressive voice by Hazuki Yura, and firmly conveys the theme of the work. The insert song, "Betty Boot Camp," is also of high quality and will draw viewers in.

Significance and recommendation of the work

"Ganbare! Memeko-chan" is a work that conveys a powerful message to the viewer in a short time. Through the simple message of "Ganbare!", it gives courage and hope to face difficulties. I would highly recommend this work especially to the younger generation and people facing difficulties. Seeing Memeko will give you the motivation to do your best too.

This work was also provided free of charge as a special supplement to the October issue of Takeshobo's "Manga Club Original," and became popular with many people. It was also praised for adopting a new format, FLASH animation. Viewers were able to enjoy high-quality animation for free, and fully appreciate the appeal of the work.

summary

"Ganbare! Memeko-chan" is a wonderful work that provides viewers with laughter and emotion in a short amount of time. Memeko's positive attitude, the unique characters, and the high quality animation and music all add to the appeal of the work. This work gives courage and hope to face difficulties, so it is highly recommended especially for the younger generation and people facing difficulties. I hope you will feel the message of "Ganbare!" through this work.