The appeal and evaluation of "Hen-Zemi": Unique characters and depth of story

The appeal and worldview of the "Hen-Zemi" OVA

"Hen Zemi" is an OVA based on the original manga by TAGRO, and was released on July 23, 2010. Published by Kodansha, it was animated by XEBEC and directed by Ryoki Kamitsubo. Although it is short, with only one episode and 30 minutes, it is densely packed and leaves a strong impression on viewers.

story

Nanako Matsutaka, the protagonist, is a completely ordinary university student. However, she ends up joining the same seminar as Musashi Komugi, the girl she has a crush on. The seminar is called the "Perverted Physiology Seminar," or "Hentai Seminar," and is a place where various perverted acts are studied. Nanako is initially confused by the content of the seminar, but despite being manipulated by the other members, she leads a hectic campus life. Her professor calls her report "lukewarm," and she is flustered by Komugi's advice, but her university life changes completely.

Commentary

"Hentai Seminar" is sometimes referred to as a one-of-a-kind "mistake of taste." This work is a powerful revival of the Hentai Physiology Seminar, and is known as an abnormal campus life comedy that makes perversion a science. The anime adaptation has retained the charm of the original work, allowing viewers to see characters such as Nanako Matsutaka, Komugi Musashi, Miwako Mizukoshi, Gregory Makiko, and Anna Kato moving, talking, and moaning. While depicting the theme of perversion in a humorous way, this work also depicts the real side of campus life, and is loved by many fans.

cast

The cast of "Hen Zemi" is as follows:

• Nanako Matsutaka: Kana Hanazawa
• Musashi wheat: Akira Ishida
• Mizukoshi Miwako: Takaguchi Sachiko
• Ichikawa Hisashi: Mori Norihisa
• Taguchi Yesterday: Minoru Shiraishi
• Makiko Gregory: Shiho Kawaraki
• Anna Kato: Ryoko Shintani
• Kenji Iino: Takashi Matsuyama

These cast members bring out the best in each character's personality, enhancing the appeal of the work. In particular, the reactions of Nanako Matsutaka, played by Kana Hanazawa, and the unique theories of Musashi Komugi, played by Akira Ishida, leave a strong impression on the viewers.

Main Staff

The main staff of "Hen Zemi" are as follows:

• Original work: TAGRO (serialized in Morning Two, published by Kodansha)
• Producers: Yuichi Yamada, Fumitake Kobayashi
• Screenplay: Takamitsu Kono
• Character design and animation director: Nao Chikaoka
• Art design: Kaoru Aoki
• Art director: Megumi Kato
• Color design: Mitsuko Okamoto
• Director of photography: Kenji Takehara
• Edited by: Kazuhiko Seki
• Music: Kei Haneoka
• Sound Director: Toshiki Kameyama
• Effects: Katsuhiro Nakano
• Animation producer: Takashi Nodo
• Animation Production: XEBEC
• Director, storyboard, and direction: Ryoki Kamitsubo
• Produced by: "Hentai Seminar"

"Hen Zemi," produced by the unified team of staff, faithfully reproduces the worldview of the original work while taking advantage of the expressive power that only anime can offer. In particular, the skill of director Ryoki Kamitsubo is a major factor in enhancing the quality of the work.

Main Characters

The main characters of "Hen Zemi" are as follows:

• Nanako Matsutaka: The only normal first-year student in the seminar. She is often confused by the behavior of her fellow seminar members and Komugi, but she has the vitality to stick her nose into any perverted world.
• Musashi Komugi: Nicknamed "Komugi." A second-year student whom Nanako has a crush on. He looks cool, but has a fetish for cuckolding (NTR). He often teases Nanako with his own theories.
• Miwako Mizukoshi: Nanako's beautiful and stylish senior. She has a masochistic personality and is a high-level pervert who happily takes on the questionable part-time jobs that Komugi introduces to her.
• Taguchi Yesterday: A senior by one year to Nanako who also belongs to the Manga Club. He is self-centered and dependent on his assistant Makiko, but has a desire for destruction.
• Makiko Gregory: A taciturn blonde with blue eyes and a beautiful lolita girl. She has a codependent relationship with Taguchi and thinks his uselessness is cute.
• Ichikawa Hisayasu: A senior third-year student who is also a member of the film research club. He is a film buff who targets the private parts of women, and is surprisingly obsessive-compulsive.
• Anna Kato: A freshman with her hair in a side ponytail, a former delinquent. She's good at fighting, has never had a boyfriend, and is still a virgin. She joins the Hen-Zemi class to change herself.
• Kenji Iino: Professor who presides over the Perverted Physiology Seminar. He looks scary and his academic background is unknown. He gives strict guidance to Nanako, who lacks perversion.

Each of these characters has their own unique personality and leaves a strong impression on the viewer. In particular, Nanako Matsutaka's growth and her relationship with Musashi Komugi are central themes of the work. In addition, the other characters also have their own backstories and personalities, which enhance the appeal of the work as a whole.

Related Titles

"Hen Zemi" has the following related works:

• Perverted Physiology Seminar: Henzemi vol.5
• Perverted Physiology Seminar Henzemi TV version

These works delve deeper into the world of "Hen Zemi," making them a must-see for fans. In particular, the TV version features episodes that are different from the OVA, allowing viewers to see new sides to the characters.

Theme songs and music

The theme songs and music for "Hen Zemi" are as follows:

• OP1: Mania Ekirakira
  • Lyricist: Hitomi Mieno
  • Composer: Nobuhiro Makino
  • Arrangement: Nobuhiro Makino
  • Sung by: Nanako Matsutaka (Kana Hanazawa)
• ED1: Weird Rin Shan ~That's weird. Shampoo after rinse~
  • Lyricist: Hitomi Mieno
  • Composer: Sumiyoshi Naka
  • Arrangement: Sumiyoshi Junior High School
  • Sung by: The members of the Hen-Zemi Seminar [Nanako Matsutaka (Kana Hanazawa), Minoru Shiraishi (Minoru Shiraishi), Hisayoshi Ichikawa (Kunhisa Mori), Kenji Iino (Takashi Matsuyama)]

These songs are important elements that enhance the atmosphere of the work. In particular, the opening song "Mania Eki Rakira" is a song that symbolizes the character of Nanako Matsutaka, and leaves a strong impression on the viewers. In addition, the ending song "Hen Rin Shan" is played in the scene where the members of Hen Seminar gather together, and it is a song that symbolizes the theme of the work.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Hentai Zemi" is a work that is appealing for its unique worldview and the individuality of its characters. It has been particularly praised for its humorous portrayal of the theme of perversion while still depicting the realities of campus life. The cast and staff are also of high quality, bringing out the charm of the original work to the fullest.

Here are some reasons why I recommend this work:

• Unique worldview: While the theme of perversion is portrayed in a humorous way, it also depicts the realities of campus life, which is what makes it so appealing.
• Unique Characters: The characters, including Nanako Matsutaka and Komugi Musashi, have strong personalities that leave a strong impression on viewers.
• High-quality production: The cast and crew are of high quality, bringing out the best in the original work.
• A rich selection of related works: In addition to the OVA, there are also TV and comic versions, allowing you to enjoy the world of the work even more deeply.

"Hentai Seminar" is a work that I would especially recommend to those who are interested in the theme of perversion and those who like works depicting campus life. It is also recommended for those who enjoy humor and those who like unique characters. Please watch this work and enjoy its unique world view and the charm of the characters.