The appeal and evaluation of "Bakuman. (3)": Deepening of the story and characters

Bakuman. (3) - The conclusion of youth depicted between dreams and reality

The final chapter of the Bakuman series, Bakuman (3), aired on NHK Educational TV from October 6, 2012 to March 30, 2013. Based on the manga of the same name by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata, the anime was produced by JCSTAFF and directed by Kenichi Kasai and Noriaki Akitaya. The series is a coming-of-age story about the dreams, setbacks, and growth of young people who aspire to be manga artists, with the final chapter depicting the culmination of the series.

story

Mashiro Makoto and Takagi Akito have finally won first place in the readers' poll for their new series "PCP" in "Weekly Shonen Jack". However, what awaits them are trials such as the appearance of a new rival and the threat of their duo splitting up. Their confrontation with their arch rival, Nizuma Eiji, also reaches a climax. Will they be able to realize their dream of "becoming the most popular manga artist and having their work made into an anime" and "having the perfect marriage with Azuki, who plays the heroine of that work"? The story of the two who devoted their youth to manga is depicted with overwhelming passion and reaches a moving finale as the final chapter of the series.

character

The protagonist, Mashiro Makoto (voice: Abe Atsushi), loves drawing manga and dreams of becoming a professional manga artist, just like his uncle, Kawaguchi Taro. After meeting Takagi Akito (voice: Hino Satoshi), his passion for manga is rekindled. Akito is in charge of the original story and is called "Shuujin" by Mashiro. The two work under the pen name "Ajogi Muto" and produce a number of popular works.

Azuki Miho (voice: Hayami Saori) is a beautiful girl whom Saikou has secretly had feelings for, and dreams of becoming a voice actress. She immediately agreed to Saikou's request to marry her when her dream comes true, and is currently active as a new idol voice actress. Takagi Kaya (voice: Yahagi Sayuri) is Azuki's best friend, and is good at martial arts. She married Akito and continues to support the two of them as manga artists.

Niizuma Eiji (voice: Okamoto Nobuhiko) is a manga artist known as a "genius" and is the biggest rival of Saikou and Akito. Fukuda Shinta (voice: Suwabe Junichi) may look light-hearted at first glance, but he is a passionate man who came to Tokyo to become a manga artist. Aoki Beni (voice: Kawasumi Ayako) is a manga artist currently studying in graduate school and has had feelings for Akito. Hiramaru Kazuya (voice: Morita Seiichi) had lived a life unrelated to manga, but after reading "Jack," he decided to become a manga artist.

Iwase Aiko (voice: Fujimura Ayumi) is a brilliant girl who is in the same class as Saikou and the others. She liked Akito, but she couldn't understand him wanting to become a manga artist and they broke up. She then decided to become a manga author. Hattori Tetsu (voice: Tone Kentaro) is an editor at Weekly Shonen Jack and saw the potential in Saikou and Akito. Editor-in-Chief Sasaki (voice: Horiuchi Kenyuu) is the editor-in-chief of Weekly Shonen Jack and places importance on the entertainment value of manga. Hattori Yujiro (voice: Nojima Yuji) is the editor in charge of Niizuma Eiji and Fukuda Shinta, and has an ambitious side.

Soichi Aida (voice: Yuto Kazama) is the head of the editorial department of "Weekly Shonen Jack" and highly praises Ashirogi Muto's work. Koji Yoshida (voice: Takehito Koyasu) is known for his calm behavior and recognized the talent of Kazuya Hiramaru. Goro Minatoura (voice: Daisuke Kirii) is in his second year at the Jack editorial department and is a passionate supporter of the best, but sometimes his lack of experience makes him spin his wheels.

staff

The series was written by Yoshida Reiko, the character designer was Shimodani Tomoyuki, the art director was Shibata Chikako, the color designer was Tanahashi Mayumi, the director of photography was Iwai Kazuya, the music was by Audio Highs, the sound director was Watanabe Jun, the animation producer was Matsukura Yuji, the producer was Takasaki Kenta, and the production supervisors were Saito Kenji and Hasegawa Yuki. These staff members worked together to bring out the charm of the original work to the fullest.

episode

Bakuman. (3) is made up of 25 episodes, with each episode having a different theme and drama. The story, which begins with episode 1, "Will and Decision," and concludes with episode 25, "Dreams and Reality <End>," has the power to draw viewers in. The subtitles of each episode are made up of two keywords, such as "Every Night and Fusion," "The Last and the Code," and "Leisure and Pitfalls," and symbolize the development of the story.

Theme song

The opening theme for episodes 1 to 13 is "Moshimo no Hanashi" by nano.RIPE, and for episodes 14 to 25 is "23:40 feat. Base Ball Bear" by Hyadain. The ending theme for episodes 1 to 13 is "Pride on Everyday" by Sphere, and for episodes 14 to 25 is "Yume Sketch" by JAM Project. These songs play an important role in enhancing the atmosphere of the story.

Related Titles

"Bakuman. (3)" is a sequel to "Bakuman. (2)" and "Bakuman. (3)". Watching it together with these works will give you a deeper understanding of Mashiro Makoto and Takagi Akito's growth and their challenge to their dreams. Reading the original manga will also enrich your experience.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Bakuman. (3)" is a moving story about the dreams and reality of youth, and is recommended not only for those who are interested in manga and anime, but for anyone who is chasing their dreams. The growth of the characters, the changes in relationships, and the realistic portrayal of the manga industry will deeply move and sympathize with viewers. In particular, the conclusion of Saikou and Akito's dreams in the final episode will surely bring tears to the eyes of many viewers.

The series also received praise for faithfully recreating the appeal of the original work while also beautifully incorporating the unique production and music of anime. The themes and drama of each episode are cleverly constructed, and there are plenty of ingenious ideas to keep viewers from getting bored. Furthermore, the theme songs and insert songs are also important elements that liven up the story, making it enjoyable for music fans as well.

"Bakuman. (3)" is a heartwarming coming-of-age story that depicts the difficulties and joys of chasing dreams. It is a must-watch for anyone who loves manga and anime, as well as anyone who chases their dreams. The story of Saikou and Akito will give viewers courage and hope, and provide an opportunity to take a step towards their own dreams.