Kannagi Review: A charming story of shrine maidens

"Kannagi Crazy Shrine Maidens" - A charming story of a god and a boy

Kannagi: Crazy Shrine Maidens is an original video animation (OVA) released on May 27, 2009, based on the manga of the same name by Eri Murai. It is directed by Hiroshi Yamamoto, produced by A-1 Pictures and Ordet, with Aniplex and Ichijinsha involved. The film is a comedy fantasy about the strange life together of art club member Jin Mikuriya and Nagi, a self-proclaimed god who appears from a wooden spirit statue he carved.

story

Mikuriya Jin, a member of the art club, completes a wooden carving of a spirit statue to be exhibited at a local exhibition. However, the statue suddenly breaks and a girl appears from within. She calls herself Nagi, and claims to be the local guardian deity that has manifested using the statue carved by Jin as a vessel. Nagi has an arrogant personality and suddenly invades Jin's life. She surprises Jin by boasting that she is "the local guardian deity who is the mother of this earth," but Jin ends up living with Nagi.

Nagi is plagued by impure things called "Kegare," but Jin is able to grab the Kegare with his bare hands and saves Nagi. However, Nagi is shocked by this revelation and gives Jin a rolling sobat punch, leading to a series of humorous scenes. To get revenge, Nagi challenges the Kegare with a special weapon, shouting, "Beautiful land goddess Ubusunagami! I will not forgive Kegare, up to their very roots!" Thus begins a legendary story with a family-friendly feel, woven by Nagi, Jin, and the people around them.

character

Nagi (voiced by Haruka Tomatsu)

She is a self-proclaimed god who appeared in the spirit statue that Jin carved from a sacred tree. Although she has an arrogant personality, she also has a friendly side, telling jokes and loving sweets. Her breasts are an A cup, which contrasts with her cute appearance and is very appealing.

Jin Mikuriya (voiced by Hiro Shimono)

He is a pure-hearted boy in his first year of high school and a member of the art club. He has an unusual sense of taste, putting sauce on food, and is highly sensitive to spirits, allowing him to grab impurities with his bare hands. He also likes big breasts, and his interactions with Nagi add to the humorous elements of the work.

Tsugumi Aoba (voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro)

She is Jin's childhood friend and a kind girl who takes care of him. She has feelings for Jin, and is not happy about living with Nagi. Her pure feelings add depth to the story.

Zange-chan (voiced by Kana Hanazawa)

She is Nagi's younger sister and a god who appears in a human girl's body. She listens to people's confessions for 100 yen a time and is active as an idol in the town where Jin lives. Her bright character adds color to the story.

Hibiki Daitetsu (voiced by Takanori Hoshino)

He is a member of the art club in the same grade as Jin, and is a big, intimidating man. Although he looks intimidating to small children, he has a kind heart. He dislikes supernatural phenomena, and is also a talented artist who paints oil paintings with just a palette knife.

Meguru Akiba (voiced by Tetsuya Kakihara)

He is a member of the art club in the same year as Jin and Daitetsu, and during club activity time he draws manga. He is a self-conscious Akiba-type who claims he is different from other otaku. His unique character provides humor to the work.

Takako Kimura (voiced by Lisa Hayami)

She is the president of the art club that Jin belongs to, and has some fujoshi tendencies, such as bursting into a nosebleed at the sight of the pure Jin. In her casual clothes, she looks like an office lady, and her character adds variety to the work.

Shino Okawa (voiced by Mai Nakahara)

She is the vice-president of the art club that Jin belongs to, and is a rich young lady. She is known for using polite language, and has the nicest body out of all the female characters. Her elegant aura adds elegance to the story.

Production Staff

The series is based on Kannagi by Eri Murai and is serialized in Ichijinsha's Monthly Comic REX. It is directed by Hiroshi Yamamoto, with series composition by Hideyuki Kurata, character design by Kakeru Mima, and chief animation director by Satoshi Kadowaki. Music is by Satoru Kanzaki and sound direction is by Hiromi Kikuta. Animation is by A-1 Pictures, with production cooperation from Ordet, and the series is produced by Aniplex and Ichijinsha.

Theme songs and music

The opening theme "Motto☆Hadeni ne!" was written by Karasuya Bon, composed and arranged by Kamiya Satoru, and sung by Tomatsu Haruka. The ending theme "Usanubi no Toki" was also written by Karasuya Bon, composed and arranged by Kamiya Satoru, and sung by Tomatsu Haruka. These songs add to the atmosphere of the work and capture the hearts of viewers.

Ratings and Recommendations

Kannagi: Crazy Shrine Maidens has won many fans with its humorous storyline and charming characters. The strange life together between Nagi and Jin brings laughter and emotion to viewers. The unique characters of the art club members also add depth to the story, drawing viewers in.

This work has a unique worldview that combines fantasy and comedy. The comical scenes that combine Nagi's arrogant personality and Jin's purity provide viewers with laughs. Also, as the relationship between Nagi and Jin deepens, viewers can feel their growth.

The visuals of the film are also outstanding, with A-1 Pictures' beautiful animation enhancing the story. The detailed character designs and background art bring the viewer into a realistic worldview, while the music by Satoru Kanzaki adds to the atmosphere and evokes emotions in the viewer.

Kannagi: Crazy Shrine Maidens is recommended for fans of fantasy and comedy, and for those interested in character development and relationships. You will be able to experience laughter and emotion through the strange life together of Nagi and Jin. In addition, the unique characters of the art club members add color to the story and entertain the viewers.

This work was released as an OVA, so you can enjoy special episodes that are different from the TV series. For fans, it is a valuable opportunity to learn about a new side of the series, and for new viewers, it will be a good opportunity to learn about the appeal of the series.

Kannagi: Crazy Shrine Maidens is a work that attracts many viewers with its unique worldview and attractive characters. Through the strange communal life of Nagi and Jin, viewers will experience laughter and emotion, and will gain new discoveries by interacting with the unique characters of the art club members. Please watch this work and feel its charm.