A thorough review of I Love Discovery and Experience! Shimajiro: A Fun Excursion! What is the appeal of children's anime?

A thorough review of I Love Discovery and Experience! Shimajiro: A Fun Excursion! What is the appeal of children's anime?

I love discovering and experiencing! Shimajiro - A fun field trip - A comprehensive review and recommendation

Introduction

"Discover, Experience, Love! Shimajiro ~Fun Excursion~" is an OVA released on August 20, 2008, and is an animation starring the popular character "Shimajiro", created by Benesse Corporation. This work includes selected episodes from the TV program "Discover, Experience, Love! Shimajiro", and also includes a special feature "Character Encyclopedia" that can't be seen on TV. Released by Columbia Music Entertainment, it is made up of one 40-minute episode.

Overview

This OVA is the first DVD release of "Discover, Experience, Love! Shimajiro," produced by TV Setouchi and currently airing on TV Tokyo. The story follows Shimajiro and his friends as they make various discoveries and experiences while on a fun field trip. It also contains educational elements that teach children manners, language, songs, and dance, making it a fun show for parents and children to enjoy together.

story

"Shimajiro Loves Discovery and Experience! A Fun Excursion" is made up of the following three episodes.

  • Episode 1: "New Friend"
  • Episode 2 "Hana-chan and the Eco Cricket"
  • Episode 3: "Fun Excursion"

These episodes show Shimajiro and his friends meeting new friends, learning about environmental issues, and having fun on their field trips. "Fun Field Trip" in particular movingly depicts the children's growth through their experiences in nature.

character

The main characters of this work are as follows:

Shimano Shimajiro
Voice actor: Minami Omi
Midorihara Mimirin
Voice actor: Miki Takahashi
Sorano Trippy
Voice actor: Takumi Yamazaki
Ranch Ramurin
Voice actor: Saori Sugimoto

These characters have designs and personalities that are easy for children to relate to, and they teach various things through their stories. Shimajiro in particular is popular with children for his curious and adventurous nature.

staff

Many staff members were involved in the production of this work. The main staff members are introduced below.

draft
Benesse Corporation
director
Akira Shigino
Animation part production
Studio flagship → Pierrot Plus
Animation production cooperation
Azeta Pictures

Many other experts in character design, music, sound direction, and more are also involved, resulting in a high-quality animation work.

music

The theme songs and music for this work are as follows:

OP1 "Mainichi Challenger"
Sung by: Shimajiro, Mimirin, Torippi, Ramurin
ED1 "Happy Jam Jam"
Sung by: Shimajiro, Mimirin, Torippi, Ramurin

These songs are designed for children to enjoy singing along to, and feature familiar melodies. The music is produced by Columbia Music Entertainment, so professional quality is guaranteed.

Related Titles

"I Love Discovery and Experience! Shimajiro - Fun Excursion" is a part of the Shimajiro series. Related works are introduced below.

  • Shimajiro Series
  • I love discovering and experiencing! Shimajiro
  • Shimajiro Hesoka
  • Shimajiro's Wow!

These works also aim to provide children with opportunities to learn while having fun, allowing them to enjoy the world of Shimajiro even more deeply.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Shimajiro: I Love Discovery and Experience! A Fun Field Trip" is an outstanding children's animation. It has been especially praised for the following points:

  • Educational content: The program is packed with fun content that allows children to learn the knowledge they need, including manners, language, songs, and dance.
  • Friendly characters: Shimajiro and other characters are friendly to children, drawing them into the story.
  • High-quality production: Many experts are involved, and the animation is of high quality.
  • Fun music: The theme song and songs are fun for kids to sing along to.

This work is something that not only children but also parents can enjoy together. I highly recommend it to parents who want to support their children's development. It is also a must-see for fans of the Shimajiro series.

summary

"Shimajiro: I Love Discovery and Experience! A Fun Excursion" is an outstanding piece of children's animation, featuring educational content, relatable characters, and high-quality production. It offers children the opportunity to learn and grow while having fun. It is highly recommended not only for fans of the Shimajiro series, but also for parents who want to support their children's development.

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