Impressions and reviews of "The Elephant That Makes Your Dreams Come True": A moving story and appealing characters

"The Elephant that Makes Your Dreams Come True": A unique animation depicting the journey to find success in life

"The Elephant that Makes Your Dreams Come True" is an anime series based on the best-selling novel by Keisuke Mizuno, which was broadcast on TBS in 2009. The series depicts the interactions between the protagonist, Fumiyama Fumio, who is seeking success in life, and the self-proclaimed god Ganesha, who guides him. Below, we will provide detailed information and reviews of this anime, as well as recommendations for viewers.

Overview

"The Elephant That Makes Your Dreams Come True" aired for a total of 12 episodes from January 13th to December 27th, 2009. Each episode was a short 6-minute segment and aired as an animated segment of the TBS variety news program "Kimi wa Break." The original work was a novel of the same name by Keisuke Mizuno and published by Asuka Shinsha. Animation was produced by Studio Deen and directed by Heitaro Daichi.

story

The main character, Fumiyama Fumio, feels that he has no luck at all and is pessimistic about life. Suddenly, Ganesha, in the form of an elephant, appears before him. Ganesha looks exactly like the ornament he bought in India three months ago, and is a shady self-proclaimed god who speaks in a Kansai dialect. Ganesha declares to Fumio, "If you just complete the simple task I'm going to give you, you'll definitely succeed!"

Ganesha's tasks are all mundane and dubious, such as making donations, making people laugh, finding and praising the good in others, etc. Fumio is skeptical, but he puts the tasks into practice one by one. Will Fumio be able to overcome Ganesha's tasks and become a winner in life?

character

Fumiyama Fumio

Fumiyama Fumio is an ordinary businessman who has lost his dreams. He wants to change himself but gives up after three days. He wants to succeed but doesn't know how. He signs the contract for success as instructed by Ganesha. His voice actor is Tsuyoshi Kusanagi.

Ganesha

Ganesha is a self-proclaimed god who speaks Kansai dialect and suddenly appears in front of Fumio. He lives in Fumio's house as a NEET, and apart from giving Fumio assignments, he spends his days playing games and sleeping. His voice actor is Tsurube Shofutei.

Buddha

Shakyamuni is the founder of Buddhism and a friend of Ganesha. He has the appearance of a polite old man, but he is also talented and active. His voice actor is Toru Ohira.

staff

Original story: Keisuke Mizuno (published by Asuka Shinsha)
Director: Heitarou Daichi Character design: Shinobu Tadashira Art director: Akira Furuya Color design: Shinji Matsumoto Director of photography: Masayuki Kawaguchi Editor: Masahiro Matsumura Sound director: Kazuya Tanaka Sound production: Dax Productions Music: Harukichi Yamamoto Sound effects: Iki Okuda Adjustment: Tadashi Horiuchi Producer: Yasuhiro Yamaguchi Animation producer: Keiichi Matsuda Animation production: Studio DEEN
Production: TBS

episode

Each episode revolves around a task that Ganesha gives to Fumi. Below are the subtitles of each episode.

• Part 1: Even if you think you're unlucky, think you're lucky (2009/01/13)
• Part 2: Make a donation (2009/02/10)
• Part 3: Making people laugh (2009/03/03)
• Tip 4: Find and praise the good in others (2009/06/02)
• Tip 5: Make people happy with surprises (2009/06/23)
• Tip 6: Quit something for a day (2009/07/28)
• #7: Stealing other people's strengths (2009/09/01)
• Tip 8: Start doing the things you regret not doing today (2009/09/08)
• Tip 9: Smile and shake hands (2009/09/15)
• Tip 10: Be confident (2009/12/27)
• Tip 11: Get what people want first (2009/12/27)
• Tip 12: Don't take a morning nap (2009/12/27)

Ratings and Recommendations

"The Elephant that Makes Dreams Come True" is a humorous depiction of the journey to achieve success in life. Ganesha's tasks may seem mundane and suspicious at first glance, but it is moving to see Fumio grow through them. Ganesha's Kansai dialect and humorous character are also part of the charm of the film.

This anime offers many suggestions to those who seek success in life. It is especially recommended for those who want to learn the specific actions and mindsets required to succeed. Also, each episode is short and self-contained, so even busy people can watch it easily.

Furthermore, the original novel of this work is a best-seller that has sold over 1.7 million copies, and it is also a popular work that has been adapted into a TV drama and a stage play. The anime version fully retains the charm of the original novel, making it enjoyable for both fans of the original work and new viewers.

Here are some recommendations for viewers:

• Suggest concrete actions and attitudes for people who want to succeed in life
• Ganesha's humorous character and Kansai dialect are appealing
• Each episode is short and self-contained, so even busy people can watch it easily.
• High-quality animation that continues the popularity of the original novel

"The Elephant that Makes Your Dreams Come True" is a unique anime that depicts the journey of seeking success in life. You will empathize with Fumio's growth through Ganesha's challenges and feel something in your own life. Please watch this work and take a step towards success in life.