The appeal and reviews of the first installment of the YuruYuri series: the perfect balance of healing and laughter

The appeal and full picture of the "Yuru Yuri" series

Introduction

"Yuru Yuri" is an anime series based on a Japanese four-panel manga by Namori, which began airing in 2011. Known as a representative slice-of-life anime, it has gained many fans for its humor and charming characters. In this article, we will focus on the first season of "Yuru Yuri" and introduce its charm and detailed information. We will also touch on related works and recommended points.

Overview

"Yuru Yuri" is a 12-episode anime series that aired on TV Tokyo and other networks from July 4 to September 19, 2011. It is based on a manga by Namori and serialized in the magazine Comic Yuri Hime. Animation was done by Doga Kobo and directed by Ota Masahiko. Each episode was 30 minutes long, and many fans looked forward to its weekly episodes.

story

The story of "Yuru Yuri" depicts the daily lives of four girls who have illegally taken over the old tea ceremony club room and are calling themselves the "Goraku Club." Their activities are not particularly clear-cut, and their sole purpose is to have fun. However, the story becomes even more interesting when the student council notices their free-spirited activities and starts to interfere (?). Just watching this story, which is filled with love, will make you feel like you can live life to the fullest from tomorrow.

Character Introduction

The charm of "Yuru Yuri" is in its characters. The main characters are introduced below.

Akari Akaza

13 years old. She's a good girl, but she might lose her role as the main character because she's too good. She's a character with a low profile and is gradually fading out (tears). Her voice actor is Shiori Mikami.

Kyoko Tono

14 years old. She's so out of control that people around her can't keep up with her, but no one else tries to keep up with her, so it's no problem. She's actually an otaku girl who does doujin activities. Her voice actor is Yuka Otsubo.

Yui Funami

14 years old. Kyoko's straight man. She's a smart girl who lives alone, but she doesn't have any deep, dark secrets... or anything. Her voice actor is Minami Tsuda.

Yoshikawa Chinatsu

13 years old. She resembles the main character of the popular anime "Majokko Mirakurun". She's a cute girl with a flirty personality. Her voice actor is Rumi Okubo.

Ayano Sugiura

14 years old. She sees Kyouko as a rival... but that's a big lie. To be honest, she's an innocent girl in love. Her voice actor is Saki Fujita.

Chitose Ikeda

14 years old. She's a great character who has some extreme yuri fantasies that really heighten the yuri level that we tend to forget. Her voice actor is Aki Toyosaki.

Sakurako Ohmuro

13 years old. A tsundere girl aiming to become the vice president of the student council. Will she and Himawari make a tsun x tsun couple? Her voice actor is Emiri Kato.

Sunflower Furuya

13 years old. A tsundere girl who is aiming to become the vice president of the student council. Also, she has big breasts. Her voice actress is Suzuko Mimori.

Miracle Run

The main character of the anime "Majokko Mirakurun♪". She is a witch of love and justice who fights against Gungho and Rybarun. Her voice actor is Ayana Taketatsu.

Main Staff

Many staff members are involved in the production of "Yuru Yuri." Below are the main staff members:

original work

Namori. Currently serialized in Comic Yurihime (Ichijinsha).

director

Masahiko Ohta. Takaharu Ohkuma is the assistant director.

Series Composition and Script

It is directed by Takashi Aoshima.

Character design and chief animation director

Chiaki Nakajima is in charge of the design, and Junichiro Taniguchi is in charge of the props design and general animation direction.

Color design

It is voiced by Genta Makabe.

Art Director

It is handled by Shunsuke Suzuki (Studio Fuga).

Director of Photography

Takafumi Kuwano is in charge.

Sound Director

It is directed by Ebina Yasunori.

music

It is directed by Yasuhiro Misawa, and sound production is handled by Ducks Productions.

Animation Production

It is produced by Doga Kobo and produced by the Goraku Club at Nanamori Junior High School.

Episode Guide

We will introduce the subtitles and contents of each episode of "Yuru Yuri".

Episode 1: Junior High School Debut!

As the new semester begins, Akasaka Akari aims to make a good start at middle school, but gets caught up in the members of the Goraku Club.

Episode 2: Me, you and the student council♥

Members of the student council start to pick on the Goraku Club, leading to some hilarious exchanges.

Episode 3: Are you coming?! ...Here we go!

In this episode, the members of the Goraku Club go to each other's houses to hang out. The events at Kyoko's house are particularly funny.

Episode 4: Summer Harvest Festival

The summer event is the Great Harvest Festival, which the Goraku Club will also be participating in. There will be a variety of stalls and games to enjoy.

Episode 5: Akari, Minmin Cicadas, and When They Cry

An episode that brings to mind the end of summer. Akari is shown being bothered by the sounds of the cicadas.

Episode 6: Art☆Artist☆Artist

This is an episode where the members of the Goraku Club try their hand at art. While each member's talent is on full display, the story also has a humorous touch.

Episode 7: Christmas

A Christmas-themed episode. The members of the entertainment club hold a Christmas party, but things take an unexpected turn.

Episode 8: April Fool's Day

An April Fool's Day themed episode in which the members of the entertainment club play pranks on each other.

Episode 9: I'm not afraid of this summer

An episode themed on summer horror. The members of the entertainment club take on a test of courage, but are surprised by the unexpected turn of events.

Episode 10: What did we learn and accomplish on this school trip?

This episode is based on a school trip. The members of the Goraku Club have various experiences on their trip and grow as people.

Episode 11: Our Fun Club

An episode looking back on the activities of the Goraku Club. While the bonds between the members deepen, new challenges also begin.

Episode 12: Let's all go to a warm training camp

The final episode. The members of the Goraku Club go to a training camp and have a great time. It's a touching conclusion to the series.

Related Titles

The "Yuru Yuri" series has a sequel, "Yuru Yuri♪♪," which is also popular as a slice-of-life anime and is a must-watch for fans.

Theme songs and music

The theme songs and insert songs of "Yuru Yuri" also enhance the charm of the work. Below are the main songs.

Opening Theme

"The Great Yuriyurararara Yuruyuri Incident"

• Lyricist: Miya
• Composer: Ken Iijima
• Arrangement: Ken Iijima, Pierre
• Sung by: Nanamori Junior High School Goraku Club

Ending Theme

"Let's go at our own pace."

• Lyricist: Funta3
• Composer: Funta7
• Arrangement: Funta7
• Sung by: Nanamori Junior High School Goraku Club

Recommended points

"Yuru Yuri" is loved by many fans as a representative slice-of-life anime. Its appeal can be summarized in the following points.

A humorous story

The story of "Yuru Yuri" depicts the free-spirited daily lives of the Goraku Club members. The humorous episodes that unfold within the story are sure to make you smile just by watching them.

Charming characters

The characters, including the members of the Goraku Club, are all unique and charming. By following their interactions and growth, viewers can naturally empathize with them.

Beautiful artwork and music

The beautiful animation by Doga Kobo and the music by Yasuhiro Misawa enhance the worldview of the work. The opening and ending songs in particular are very popular among fans.

The rise of the fan community

The fan community for "Yuru Yuri" is very active, and events and merchandise sales are actively held. It is a work that fans can enjoy interacting with each other.

summary

"Yuru Yuri" is a work that brings out the charm of slice-of-life anime to the fullest. This work combines a humorous story, charming characters, beautiful drawings and music, and is sure to warm your heart just by watching it. Please watch it once and experience its charm for yourself. You can also enjoy the sequel, "Yuru Yuri♪♪", to experience an even deeper worldview.