A thorough review of the appeal and excitement of "Little Charo 2"!

Little Charo 2: A Life-threatening Adventure and an Emotional Journey

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Broadcast period

March 29, 2010 - March 25, 2011
NHK ETV March 29, 2010 - March 25, 2011 (1st - 200th episodes)

■Broadcasting station

NHK ETV

■Frequencies

5 mins

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 200

■Original Story

Wakagi Efu

■ Production

Animation production: Atelier Bittle Production and copyright: NHK, NHK Educational

■Works

©NHK・HNK Educational 2010

■ Story

While trying to save Charo, his beloved owner Shota falls off the river bank and is seriously injured, nearly dying. Charo nurses him back to health. Then a mysterious birdman appears and drags Shota's soul into a dark hole.
Charo chases Shota into the hole and arrives at the Middle World, a world between life and death.
Thus began Charo's life-threatening adventure!

■Cast

・Charo/Junna Risa ・Shota/Shimada Tomomi ・Shota's father/Matthew Masaru Barron
・Namutaka/Walter Roberts
・Muu, Muzuli/Stacy Powell
・Randa, Andora, Bell / Katie Adler
・Minnie, Johnny, Penda, Dread／Jack Merluzzi
・Canon/Donna Burke
・Shiny, Charlie/Chris Wells
Colon, Chris, Lark/Carolyn Miller
・Ruby/Rachel Walzer
・Duma／Raj Ramayya
・Shota's mother/Eri Yasui ・Candy/Wendy Maliakel
・Genbu／Peter von Gomm
・Uncle Tom／Tom Clark
Narration: Bill Sullivan, Eiji Takemoto

■ Main staff

・Original story: Wakagi Efu ・English script: Patrick Harlan (Pakkun Makkun)
Animation production: Atelier Bittle Music: Hidekazu Uchiike English supervision: Shigeru Matsumoto, Gary Scott Fine Production, copyright: NHK, NHK Educational

■ Related works

・Little Charo ・Little Charo: English conversation that soaks into your body ・Little Charo: Test your English skills with your mobile phone 1-4
・Little Charo Special Sing!Sing!Sing!
・Little Charo Tohoku Edition ・Little Charo 4 Walking New York in English ・It's not too late Little Charo 2
・Little Charo 2 Summer Special! Test your English skills with an interactive quiz ・You still have time! Little Charo 2 Special ・SING! SING! SING! Follow Charo's story through songs

■ Theme songs and music

・TM1
・I can do it now
Lyrics: Mai Kuraki Composition: Hidekazu Uchiike Arrangement: Daisuke Ikeda Singer: Mai Kuraki

The appeal and evaluation of Little Charo 2

Little Charo 2 is an anime series that was broadcast on NHK ETV, with a total of 200 episodes aired from March 29, 2010 to March 25, 2011. This work is a touching story of a dog named Charo who goes on a life-risking adventure to save his owner Shota. Below, we will explain in detail the appeal and reviews of Little Charo 2.

The appeal of the story

The story of Little Charo 2 begins with Charo's journey to the Middle World, a world between life and death, to save his owner Shota. This setting not only deeply touches viewers, but also illustrates various themes through Charo's adventures. In particular, friendship, courage, and family ties are emphasized, resonating with a wide range of audiences, from children to adults.

Also, don't miss Charo's interactions with the various characters he meets in Middle World. As Charo helps each character with their worries and dreams, viewers will be forced to think about their own lives. Although each episode is self-contained, there is a consistent theme throughout, making it well worth watching.

Character Appeal

The main character, Charo, is portrayed as a pure and brave dog, whose actions and words evoke a lot of emotion. The voice acting of Junna Risa, who plays Charo, is also excellent, expressing Charo's emotions realistically. In addition, Charo's owner, Shota, is also an important character, and his growth and relationship with his family are also important elements of the story.

In addition, the characters Charo meets in Middle World each have their own unique personalities and make a strong impression on viewers. In particular, characters such as Namtaka, Muu, and Muzuri support Charo's adventure, but also have their own stories, giving them depth. The voice actors who voice these characters are also from an international background, and the show can be enjoyed in both English and Japanese.

Production Details

Little Charo 2 has been highly praised for its animation by Atelier Bittle. The animation is impressive, with the story being told in just five minutes. Hidekazu Uchiike's music also adds to the atmosphere of the film, and the theme song "I can do it now" resonates with viewers along with Mai Kuraki's beautiful voice.

Furthermore, the skill of Patrick Harlan (Pakkun Makkun), who wrote the English script, is outstanding. Broadcast in both English and Japanese, this work is also useful for English language learners, and has high educational value. With the cooperation of Shigeru Matsumoto and Gary Scott Fine, who supervised the English language, natural English expressions are used.

Viewer reactions and ratings

"Little Charo 2" has been loved by many viewers since it was first broadcast. It is especially popular among children, who are touched by Charo's story of courage and friendship. It is also highly regarded as useful content for English language learners, and is supported as a work that the whole family can watch together.

A fan community for Little Charo 2 has also formed online, where viewers share their impressions and opinions. In particular, many say that Charo's adventures have given them the opportunity to reexamine their own lives. In addition, the characters' personalities and the development of the story have received high praise, and Little Charo 2 can be said to have deeply moved many viewers.

Related works and the appeal of the series as a whole

Little Charo 2 is one of the Little Charo series. Throughout the series, Charo's adventures and growth are depicted, with each installment dealing with a different theme. In particular, Little Charo 2 is regarded as one of the most touching stories in the series, enhancing the appeal of the entire series.

The Little Charo series also offers a lot of content specialized for English learning, and the appeal is that viewers can learn English while having fun. For example, there are various related works such as "Little Charo: English Conversation That Soaks Into Your Body" and "Little Charo: Test Your English Skills with Your Mobile Phone", and it is possible to study according to the needs of the viewer.

Recommendations and how to watch

"Little Charo 2" comes highly recommended for its inspiring story, engaging characters, and educational value. It is a must-watch for families with children and English language learners, but is also recommended for all viewers looking for an inspiring story."

You can watch past episodes on the NHK official website or video streaming services. DVDs and Blu-rays are also available, so you can enjoy the show at your own pace. There are also plenty of related books and educational materials available, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of the world of Little Charo 2.

Conclusion

Little Charo 2 is a wonderful work that depicts Charo's life-risking adventure and moving journey. The appeal of the story, the individuality of the characters, and the attention to detail in the production all combine to deeply move the viewer. It also has a high educational value as it is useful for learning English. Please watch Little Charo 2 and experience the excitement and learning.