The residents of Ashiai House: What is the appeal of their unique characters and story?

Detailed reviews and recommendations of The Residents of Ashiarai House.

overview

"The Residents of Ashiai House" is an OVA based on the original manga by Tokuichi Minagi. It is included on a DVD bundled with the limited first edition of the 10th volume of the manga, released on March 25, 2010, and although it is a short 7-minute story, it unfolds a dense story. It is directed by Yoshihide Ibata, animated by Studio Noir, and features a stellar cast and staff.

story

The protagonist of this work, Tamura Fukutaro, is a resident of the Ashiai House and succeeds in freeing Osen, the house's "household god." However, as a result, the group loses their home and heads to Yumeminagaya. Standing in their way is Ose, the head of the Central Intelligence Agency's intelligence bureau. Meanwhile, Aim, the deputy commander of the Central's third army, who was plotting to destroy the Ashiai House, uses the power of the Ikudama to remove the limiter, causing further chaos. In this short animation, the actions of the residents are depicted and a tense and exciting story unfolds.

character

The main characters of this work are as follows:

• Fukutaro (voiced by Mitsuaki Madono) - A resident of the Ashiarai residence and the protagonist who succeeds in getting Osen out.
• Koma (voiced by Kaori Fukuhara) - An important character who acts together with Fukutaro.
• Osen (voiced by Hikasa Yoko) - The "household deity" of the Ashiai residence and the central figure in the story.
• Yoshitaka (voice: Horie Kazuma) - A resident of the Ashiarai residence and a friend of Fukutaro.
• Tamato (voiced by Kitamura Eri) - A resident of Ashiai House and a character deeply involved in the story.

Production Staff

The following staff members are involved in the production of this work:

• Original author : Tokuichi Minagi
• Director : Yoshihide Ibata
• Illustration : Yutaka Arai
• Sound : Koichi Kikuchi
• Animation production : Studio Noir

Evaluation

"The Residents of Ashiarai House" is a short but extremely dense story and character-packed work. In particular, the relationship between Fukutaro and Osen, and the conflict with the "Central" powers are beautifully portrayed. In just seven minutes, the tension and thrills of the plot draw the viewer in.

The voice actors for the characters are also excellent, and each character's personality is well expressed, including Mitsuaki Madono's Fukutaro and Yoko Hikasa's Osen. In particular, Fukutaro's determination and drive, and Osen's mysterious presence leave a strong impression on viewers. In addition, supporting characters such as Koma, Yoshitaka, and Tamausagi also play important roles in adding excitement to the story.

The technical skills of the production staff are also highly commendable. Director Yoshihide Ibata's direction effectively advances the story in a short time frame, capturing the viewer's interest. Arai Yutaka's drawings meticulously depict the characters' expressions and movements, enhancing the realism of the story. Furthermore, Kikuchi Koichi's sound enhances the tense scenes and stirs the viewer's emotions.

This work is being offered as a special bonus in the limited first edition of the 10th volume of the manga, and includes an original short anime DVD and a booklet of setting materials. These bonuses are extremely valuable to fans and will help them understand the world of the work even more deeply.

Recommendation

"The Residents of Ashiarai House" is highly recommended not only for fans of the original manga, but also for those who like anime and short stories. It is a must-see for those who are especially drawn to tense stories and the charm of the characters. In addition, the first limited edition with luxurious bonuses is a must-have for collectors.

When watching this work, you will be able to enjoy it more if you have some understanding of the story of the original manga. By knowing the world view of the original and the background of the characters, the episodes depicted in the short time of the OVA will feel more vivid.

Furthermore, for those who are interested in other works by Studio Noa or other works by Director Yoshihide Ibata, this film may bring new discoveries. By experiencing Studio Noa's unique drawing style and Director Yoshihide Ibata's directing techniques, you will be able to experience a new charm of anime.

Conclusion

"The Residents of Ashiai House" is a wonderful work that combines a short but dense story, charming characters, and high production technology. It is highly recommended not only for fans of the original manga, but also for those who like anime and short works. The first limited edition with luxurious bonuses is a must-have for collectors and helps you understand the world of the work even more deeply. Please pick up this work and enjoy the adventure of the residents of Ashiai House.