A thorough review of Gintama TV series #3: What's the balance between laughter and emotion?

The appeal and full picture of the third season of the "Gintama" series

"Gintama" is an anime series based on the popular manga of the same name by Sorachi Hideaki, and its third season aired from April 4, 2011 to March 26, 2012. It was broadcast on TV Tokyo and other stations nationwide, entertaining viewers for a long period of 51 episodes. This series was not only a TV anime, but also brought out the charm of the original work to the fullest, and became a catalyst for gaining new fans.

Story and worldview

"Gintama" is set in the Edo period, when the Tenjin (aliens) invaded and values ​​changed dramatically. In this parallel world of skyscrapers, motorbikes, and trains, Sakata Gintoki, the last samurai with an unchanging "soul," is active. Gintoki runs a "jack-of-all-trades" business and takes on all sorts of challenges with his friends, with a stance of accepting anything that is asked of him. It is full of laughs, tears, and heartwarming episodes, and is characterized by a story development that draws the viewer in.

Main Characters

The appeal of "Gintama" lies in its unique characters. The main character, Sakata Gintoki, is voiced by Sugita Tomokazu, and the contrast between his appearance as apathetic and exhausted, and the fact that he is actually a skilled samurai, is appealing. He solves various cases together with the members of Yorozuya, including Shimura Shinpachi (Sakaguchi Daisuke), Kagura (Kugimiya Rie), and Sadaharu (Takahashi Mikako). Other important characters include Shinsengumi members Kondo Isao (Chiba Susumu), Hijikata Toshiro (Nakai Kazuya), and Okita Sougo (Suzumura Kenichi), and their comical interactions are not to be missed.

Production Staff

The director of the third season of "Gintama" was Yoichi Fujita, the series composition was by Akatsuki Yamatoya, and the character design was by Shinji Takeuchi. The animation was produced by Sunrise, and while faithfully recreating the worldview of the original work, it also incorporated expressions unique to anime. The music was produced by Audio Highs, and plays an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of the show.

Episodes and subtitles

In the third season, 51 episodes were broadcast from episode 202 to episode 252. The subtitles of each episode are full of humor and are designed to entertain the viewers. For example, episode 202 "Everyone looks a little more grown up after spring break" and episode 225 "Pr○zumbu×Iku Season 2 is definitely already P○zumbu×Iku, but that means this rotten society is prison, so it's fine to call it P○zumbu×Iku" are unique and humorous.

Recognition and Awards

"Gintama" has gained a large fan base thanks to its unique humor and deep story development. It has also been highly praised in the anime industry, winning numerous awards, including for the third season. In particular, the portrayal of character growth and human relationships has been highly praised, and viewers have come to love it as a work that "makes you laugh and cry."

Recommended points

The third season of "Gintama" brings out the charm of the original work to the fullest while adding new episodes. In particular, the characters' personalities and comical interactions are not to be missed. There are also episodes that deal with deep themes, and the content makes the viewer think. It is content that will satisfy not only anime fans but also fans of the original work, so please give it a watch.

Related information

"Gintama" is not only a TV anime, but has been expanded into various media such as movies, OVAs, and games. In particular, the movie version "Gintama THE FINAL" became a hot topic as it depicted the final chapter of the original work. In addition, in the game version, you can experience your own story while enjoying the world view of the original work. By enjoying these related works together, you will be able to understand the world of "Gintama" more deeply.

summary

The third season of the Gintama series brings out the best of the original work while adding new episodes to the series. There are plenty of highlights, including the exploits of unique characters, comical exchanges, and episodes dealing with deep themes. We recommend this series as one that will satisfy not only anime fans, but fans of the original work as well. Take this opportunity to experience the world of Gintama.