The appeal and reviews of Phantom Thief Lenya: A must-see anime guide

Kaitou Lenya - Kaitou Lenya - Reviews and details

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Broadcast period

January 9, 2010 - March 27, 2010

■TV Broadcast

• Kyushu Asahi Broadcasting January 8, 2010 to March 26, 2010 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Friday 24:50 to 24:55
• Tochigi TV April 7, 2011 to June 16, 2011 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Thursday 22:55 to 23:00

■ Online distribution

• LISMO Video Store January 10, 2010 to March 28, 2010 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Sunday from 24:00
• Movie Gate January 17, 2010 to April 4, 2010 (Episodes 1 to 12) Every Sunday from 24:00
• Between Wii March 27, 2010 - April 30, 2012 (1st - 12th) *Video on Demand

■Broadcasting station

Between UHF, LISMO Video Store, Movie Gate, and Wii

■Frequencies

5 mins

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 12

■Original Story

・Original story/Upfront Style

■ Director

・General Director/Something Yoshimatsu

・Director: Hideaki Iwami

■ Production

・Production: Upfront Style

・Animation Production: Stingray

Produced by: Phantom Thief Lenya Production Committee (Kadokawa Shoten (KADOKAWA), Up-Front Group, KDDI, Stingray, Kyushu Asahi Broadcasting)

■Works

© Kaito Renia Production Committee

■ Story

Appearing out of nowhere! A mysterious beautiful girl?

The phantom thief Lenya usually works as a clerk at the convenience store "Family," and with his assistant Chutaro, he plans to steal treasure in the store's basement hideout. Next to Faminya is the Oedo Police Station. The three idiots, a perverted inspector, a delusional detective, and an air-headed policewoman, are determined to arrest Lenya, but because they are all idiots, they are constantly at their wits' end. The nonsense comedy that these guys weave is "Phantom Thief Lenya."

*Quoted from Bandai Channel

■Explanation

A comedy animation based on Morning Musume's 6th generation member Tanaka Reina.

■Cast

• Lenya/Tanaka Reina (Morning Musume)
• Chutaro/Kosuke Okano
• Police Inspector / Yokisou
• Detective/Kosuke Okano
• Policewoman Nocchi/Noto Arisa (Music Gattas)
• Delivery Man / Naomi Wakabayashi
• Electric fan/Sachika Misawa

■ Main staff

• Planning, concept, production: Upfront Style
• General Director, Storyboard: Something Yoshimatsu
• Director and Director: Hideaki Iwami
• Original illustration: Mr. A
• Sound Director: Seiji Mizushima
• Screenplay by Kenichi Kanamaki
• Animation Production: Stingray
• Produced by: Phantom Thief Lenya Production Committee (Kadokawa Shoten (KADOKAWA), Up-Front Group, KDDI, Stingray, Kyushu Asahi Broadcasting)

■ Main Characters

• Lenya is a selfish phantom thief with a Hakata accent. She usually works as the poster girl for the convenience store "Family." She's a bit sadistic. Her favorite magazine is "Monthly Thief."
• Chutaro is an assistant who is overworked by Lenya, but is plotting a way to get the better of her. He always says too much, which makes Lenya angry and almost kills him.
• Inspector A veteran inspector at Oedo Police Station. He blushes every time policewoman Nocchi's skirt flips up and forgives her for everything.
• A handsome detective at Oedo Police Station. He loves Familia Reina. No one can stop his delusional love for Reina.
• Policewoman Nocchi A carefree policewoman at Oedo Police Station. Wherever Nocchi is, an electric fan appears for some reason. Her catchphrase is "Iyaan!"
• A mysterious being that appears wherever Nocchi is, the electric fan, and can blow air whether there is power or not. If you listen carefully, you'll hear that "Boom" also has mood swings.

■Subtitle

• Episode 1: Phantom Thief Lenya arrives! (2010/01/08)
• Episode 2: A Secret Story! (2010/01/15)
• Episode 3: Space-stealing love!? (2010/01/22)
• Episode 4: No way! My life was targeted! (2010/01/29)
• Episode 5: Oh no! I fell into a trap! (2010/02/05)
• Episode 6: I want to be a ninja! (2010/02/12)
• Episode 7: What a lie! Lenya is cursed! (2010/02/19)
• Episode 8: Eheheh ♥ Lenya's Big Date Strategy! (2010/02/26)
• Episode 9: The Shinsengumi have begun! (2010/03/05)
• Episode 10: Ah, Lenya's first defeat! (2010/03/12)
• Episode 11: Cheating is not forgivable! (2010/03/19)
• Episode 12: Farewell Lenya! (2010/03/26)

■ Theme songs and music

• OP1
  
  • The stolen heart is here, right?
  • Lyricist: Aki Hata
  • Composer: Aki Hata
  • Arrangement: Shoji Morifuji
  • Sung by: Ogura Yui with Purupuruyan (Noto Arisa & Misawa Sachika)
• IN1
  
  • The big plan to increase pocket money
  • Lyrics by Tsunku
  • Composer: Tsunku
  • Arrangement: Ryo Yonemitsu
  • Song: Berryz Kobo
• IN2
  
  • Halation Summer
  • Lyrics by Tsunku
  • Composer: Tsunku
  • Arrangement: Shoichiro Hirata
  • Song: Berryz Kobo

Phantom Thief Lenya - Kaito Lenya - Review

Kaitou Lenya is a short anime series that was broadcast in 2010, and is a comedy based on Morning Musume's Tanaka Reina. It has 12 short episodes, each lasting just five minutes, and depicts the nonsensical adventures of Kaitou Lenya and her friends. In this review, we will take a closer look at the appeal and highlights of Kaitou Lenya, as well as the background to the series.

Story and Characters

The story of Phantom Thief Lenya is about Lenya, a spoiled phantom thief with a Hakata accent who works as a clerk at the convenience store "Family" while plotting treasure theft plans with her assistant Chutaro in their underground hideout. Next to Lenya is the Oedo Police Station, where the three idiots, a perverted inspector, a delusional detective, and an airhead policewoman, are determined to arrest Lenya, but things don't go as planned, leading to Lenya being manipulated into doing so.

Lenya has a slightly sadistic personality, and her favorite magazine is "Monthly Thief," which is an interesting setting. Chutaro is Lenya's assistant who is overworked but plots to overthrow her, and he is a comical character who always incurs Lenya's wrath and nearly dies. The inspector is a perverted inspector who blushes every time policewoman Nocchi's skirt is flipped up, the detective is a delusional detective in love with Faminya Reina, and policewoman Nocchi is a carefree policewoman who, for some reason, makes for a character setting full of comedy elements that is appealing.

Animation and performance

The animation of the phantom thief Lenya is handled by Stingray, and even in a short amount of time, it is full of comical movements and expressions. Under the direction of director Something Yoshimatsu and director Hideaki Iwami, the nonsensical gags are effectively expressed. Lenya's Hakata accent and the unique movements of the characters are particularly noteworthy.

In terms of production, you can enjoy comical situations that match the theme of each episode. For example, episode 3, "Space Plundering Love!?" is full of gags set in space, and episode 6, "I Want to Be a Ninja!" features a comical ninja-themed plot. The production is brilliant, incorporating various themes in a short time.

Music and theme song

The music of Phantom Thief Lenya leaves a strong impression with the opening song "Your Stolen Heart is Here?". The lyrics and music were written by Aki Hata, and the song was performed by Ogura Yui with Purupuruyan (Arisa Noto & Sachika Misawa). This song is a song that adds excitement to the world of Phantom Thief Lenya, and the catchy melody leaves a lasting impression.

The insert songs are "Pocket Money UP Daisakusen" and "Halation Summer" by Berryz Kobo. These songs, written and composed by Tsunku, match the nonsensical worldview of the Phantom Thief Lenya and will make viewers laugh.

Broadcast and Streaming

Phantom Thief Lenya was broadcast on Kyushu Asahi Broadcasting and Tochigi TV. On Kyushu Asahi Broadcasting, it was broadcast every Friday from 24:50 to 24:55 from January 8 to March 26, 2010, and on Tochigi TV, it was broadcast every Thursday from 22:55 to 23:00 from April 7 to June 16, 2011. It was also distributed online through LISMO Video Store, Movie Gate, and Wii.

Ratings and Recommendations

Kaito Lenya is a short series that allows viewers to enjoy a lot of humorous gags. The character of Lenya, who is based on Tanaka Reina, is particularly charming, and her Hakata accent and sadistic personality are amusing. The characters of the three idiots, the perverted police inspector, the delusional detective, and the natural policewoman, are also unique and will make viewers laugh.

This work is recommended for those who like nonsensical gags and those looking for an anime that can be enjoyed in a short amount of time. It is also a work that can be enjoyed by fans of Morning Musume and Reina Tanaka. Why not spend a time full of laughter while immersing yourself in the world of Phantom Thief Lenya?

summary

Phantom Thief Lenya is a comical short anime series based on Tanaka Reina. You can enjoy the nonsensical adventures of the selfish Hakata-accented phantom thief Lenya and her friends in a short time. The animation, direction, music, characters, and more all add to the nonsensical gags, making this a work that will have viewers in a whirlwind of laughter. Please enjoy the world of Phantom Thief Lenya.