The appeal and evaluation of "Nichijou": A masterpiece of anime that depicts the beauty of everyday life

"Nichijou": A surreal and hilarious take on the extraordinary

overview

Nichijou is a TV anime series based on the manga of the same name by Keiichi Arawi, which aired from April 2 to September 24, 2011. It has 26 episodes, each 30 minutes long. It was animated by Kyoto Animation and produced by Shinonome Laboratory. It is directed by Tatsuya Ishihara, with series composition by Jukki Hanada and character design by Taishi Nishiya.

story

"Nichijou" depicts the strange and surreal events that occur around the dreamy high school girl "Yukko" (Aio Yuko). At Tokisada High School, where she attends, the extraordinary mixes with the ordinary, with salmon and kokeshi dolls flying about. Meanwhile, at the Shinonome Research Institute, "Hakase", "Nano", and the talking cat "Sakamoto-san" spend their days leisurely. "Nichijou" is a work that provides laughter and healing through a series of such "extraordinary" events.

character

The main characters of "Nichijou" are as follows:

• Shinonome Nano : A girl who lives in the Shinonome Laboratory. She serves as the professor's assistant. Her voice actress is Shizuka Furuya.
• Hakase : Director of the Shinonome Laboratory and a genius inventor. Voiced by Hiromi Konno.
• Sakamoto-san : A talking cat who lives in the Shinonome Laboratory. Voiced by Minoru Shiraishi.
• Yuko Aioi (Yukko) : A dreamy high school girl who attends Tokisada High School. Her voice actress is Mariko Honda.
• Naganohara Mio : Yukko's friend with a sensible personality. Voiced by Mai Aizawa.
• Mai Mizukami : Yukko's friend, she has a slightly airheaded personality. Her voice actress is Misuzu Togashi.

Broadcast information

"Nichijou" was broadcast on stations across the country, including TV Aichi, Niconico Channel, Chiba TV, Teletama, KBS Kyoto, tvk, TV Shin-Hiroshima, Sun TV, TOKYO MX, Hokuriku Broadcasting, Gunma TV, Fukui Broadcasting, TVQ Kyushu Broadcasting, TV Setouchi, TV Hokkaido, Tohoku Broadcasting, and Tulip TV.

Theme song

The opening theme is "Hyadain's Kakakata☆Kataomoi-C" with lyrics, composition, arrangement and singing by Hyadain (Kenichi Maeyamada). The ending theme is "Zzz" with lyrics, composition and arrangement by Hyadain and singing by Sayaka Sasaki.

Evaluation and Appeal

"Nichijou" has won many fans with its unique humor and surreal worldview. In particular, the extraordinary events that suddenly appear in the daily lives of Yukko, Hakase, and others provide viewers with laughs while also offering a new perspective on everyday life. Kyoto Animation's beautiful drawings and careful direction have also been highly praised.

The individuality of the characters is also one of the charms of the show. The unique characteristics of each character, such as Yukko's dreamy personality, Hakase's genius inventions, and Sakamoto's tsukkomi, enrich the story. In addition, the interactions with friends such as Naganohara Mio and Mizukami Mai also resonate with viewers.

Recommended points

I highly recommend "Nichijou" to anyone looking for laughter and healing. It's especially perfect for those who enjoy the little joys hidden in the everyday and the slightly out of the ordinary. It's also recommended for fans of Kyoto Animation and those who love Keiichi Arawi's original work.

Furthermore, Nichijou is also appealing to people who enjoy the development of the story and the growth of the characters. Each episode has a different story, so you won't get bored. It's also fun to talk about the episodes with your friends and family after watching.

Related information

The original manga for "Nichijou" is serialized in Shonen Ace and published by Kadokawa Comics Ace. It has also been released on Blu-ray and DVD, making it a must-have item for fans. In addition, many related goods and character song CDs have been released, allowing you to enjoy the world of the work even more deeply.

"Nichijou" is a surreal and funny work that depicts the extraordinary aspects of everyday life, and its unique charm has captivated many fans. Please give it a watch.