The appeal and reviews of "Densharundesu": A thorough analysis of its infectious fun

"It's Contagious" - Yoshida Sensha's world begins to move!

Yoshida Sensha's four-panel comedy manga "Densha Otoko" was adapted into an anime as an OVA in 2009. This work was serialized in "Big Comic Spirits" (Shogakukan) from the late 1980s, and its unique absurd comedy and lovable characters created a huge boom throughout Japan. It has sold over 3 million copies in total, and its popularity has not waned even today. The OVA is made up of three episodes and was released three months in a row starting in August 2009.

Overview

"Contagion" features an absurd worldview that unfolds with eccentric characters such as a otter, a kappa, and Saito the rhinoceros beetle. While faithfully recreating the gags of the original work, it adds movements and direction unique to anime. The OVA was produced by Studio PuYUKAI and produced by the "Contagion" Production Committee (DLE, Toho).

Public Information

• Release Media : OVA
• Original Media : Manga
• release date :
  • #1: August 21, 2009
  • #2: September 18, 2009
  • #3: October 23, 2009
• Released and sold by :
  • Released by: DLE
  • Sold by: Toho
• Duration : 30 minutes
• Episodes : 3
• Original author : Yoshida Sensha
• Director : Mankyu
• Production : Studio PuYUKAI
• Produced by : "Contagious" Production Committee (DLE, Toho)
• Copyright : ©2009 Yoshida Sensha, Shogakukan/"Contagion" Production Committee

cast

The cast of "Densharundesu" is made up of a luxurious cast of voice actors. In particular, the casting of Chewing Takeyama as Saito-san the rhinoceros beetle was a big topic of conversation. Below is a list of the main cast.

• Otter: Chafurin
• Kappa: Mamiko Noto
• Professor Yamazaki: Tomokazu Seki
• Mitchie: Mai Nakahara
• Shiitake mushroom: Yorimitsu Sakamoto
• Tami Inuyama: Norio Wakamoto
• Kawanuma: Yasutoshi Tokumoto
• Children: Hibiki Yamamura
• Below: TAIZO
• Beetle Saito-san: Cheating Takeyama

Main Staff

The following main staff members were involved in the production of "Contagious."

• Original author: Yoshida Sensha (Shogakukan "Big Comic Spirits")
• Director: Mankyu
• General Producer: Kazuhiro Toda
• Production: Studio PuYUKAI
• Produced by: "Contagious" Production Committee (DLE, Toho)

subtitle

The OVA "Contagious" is composed of the following three episodes.

• #1: August 21, 2009
• #2: September 18, 2009
• #3: October 23, 2009

Theme songs and music

The ending theme was a song by Kabutomushi Saito. The lyrics were written by Kabutomushi-tachi, the music was composed by manzo, and the song was sung by Kanningu Takeyama.

Appeal and evaluation of the work

"Contagion" is a work that is appealing due to Yoshida Sensha's unique sense of humor and the absurd behavior of its characters. By making it into an anime, the atmosphere of the original work is kept intact, and the gags become even more dynamic. In particular, the silent presence of Saito the rhinoceros beetle and the strange daily lives of the otter and the kappa are points that draw the viewer in.

The cast is also one of the highlights, and in addition to the popular voice actors, the casting of Cheating Takeyama was a fresh surprise. Takeyama's voice matches the character Saito of the rhinoceros beetle perfectly, bringing out a new charm without destroying the atmosphere of the original. In addition, Takeyama's singing voice is also impressive in the ending theme "The Song of the Rhinoceros Beetle Saito", further deepening the worldview of the work.

The OVA was produced by Studio PuYUKAI, and under the direction of director Mankyu, it faithfully reproduced the original's gags. In a short 30-minute run, it packed in the essence of the original work, making it a satisfying read for fans.

Recommended points

"Densha Otoko" is recommended not only for fans of Sensha Yoshida, but also for those who like gag anime and absurd worldviews. In particular, the following points are the reasons for the recommendation.

• Unique sense of humor : Yoshida Sensha's absurd gags become even more dynamic and entertaining thanks to the anime adaptation.
• Lovable Characters : Characters like the otter, the kappa, and Saito the beetle have endeared themselves to viewers.
• A star-studded cast : In addition to the popular voice actors, the inclusion of Cheating Takeyama provides a fresh surprise and enhances the appeal of the work.
• Authenticity to the original : Produced by Studio PuYUKAI, this anime faithfully recreates the atmosphere of the original.

Related information

The original work of "Densha Otoko" was serialized in Shogakukan's "Big Comic Spirits" and is a popular work that has sold over 3 million copies in total. In addition to the OVA, other works by Yoshida Sensha have also been made into anime, allowing you to enjoy his unique worldview.

Additionally, DLE, the publisher of the OVA, and Toho, the distributor, are also responsible for many other popular anime works, making them a production company that fans cannot miss.

summary

"Densha Otoko" is an OVA that features Yoshida Sensha's unique sense of humor and lovable characters. It has been highly praised by fans for its luxurious cast and high level of reproduction of the original work. It is a must-watch for those who like comedy anime and absurd worldviews.

Through this OVA, the world of Yoshida Sensha comes to life and brings out new charms. Please enjoy the gags packed into the short three episodes and the strange daily lives of the characters.