Nekomonogatari Black - A thorough dissection of the profound story of the Tsubasa family!

"Nekomonogatari Kuro Tsubasa Family": The appeal of a profound story and its evaluation

"Nekomonogatari Black: Tsubasa Family" is an OVA produced as part of Nishio Isin's "Monogatari" series, and was released on March 6, 2013. This work is based on the original novel "Nekomonogatari (Black)" and focuses on the relationship between Araragi Koyomi and Hanekawa Tsubasa. Below, we will explain in detail about the detailed information and evaluation of this work, as well as related works and recommended points.

Overview

"Nekomonogatari Kuro Tsubasa Family" is an OVA that consists of two episodes, each about 30 minutes long. It was sold by Aniplex, and when it was packaged, all four episodes were sold in two volumes. Another point worth noting is that a new preview of the next episode was added.

The original work is Nekomonogatari (Black) by Nisio Isin, published by Kodansha BOX. Animation is handled by Shaft, with Akiyuki Shinbo as general director and Tomoyuki Itamura as director. The original character designs are by VOFAN, and character design and general animation director is Akio Watanabe.

story

The protagonist of this work is Araragi Koyomi, a third-year student at the private Naoetsu High School. After acquiring the healing powers of a vampire due to a certain incident during spring break, Koyomi develops a relationship with Hanekawa Tsubasa, who is also a third-year student at Naoetsu High School and is a class representative with excellent grades and good behavior. She is one of Koyomi's few friends and is the central character of the story.

The story is composed of two episodes, "Tsubasa Family Part 1" and "Tsubasa Family Part 2", and depicts the problems that Tsubasa Hanekawa faces and the process of resolving them. While facing the darkness in her heart, Koyomi struggles to save her. In this process, Oshino Meme, the former Kiss-Shot, and Koyomi's sisters Karen Araragi and Tsukihi Araragi also play important roles.

character

Araragi Koyomi: The protagonist of this work, a third-year high school student who has acquired the healing powers of a vampire. He deepens his relationship with Hanekawa Tsubasa and works to solve her problems. His voice actor is Kamiya Hiroshi.

Hanekawa Tsubasa: A third-year student at Naoetsu High School, she is the class president with excellent grades and good behavior. She has known Koyomi since spring break and is one of his few friends. The darkness in her heart is the central theme of the story. She is voiced by Yui Horie.

Oshino Meme: A man of unknown origin who lives in the ruins of an abandoned cram school. He has extremely high knowledge and ability as an expert on the supernatural. He also helped Koyomi during spring break. His voice actor is Sakurai Takahiro.

Old Kiss-Shot: A vampire in the form of a young girl. She currently lives with Oshino Meme in an abandoned cram school. She had a shocking encounter with Koyomi during spring break. Her voice actor is Sakamoto Maaya.

Karen Araragi: Koyomi's older sister, with outstanding physical abilities. Her voice actor is Eri Kitamura.

Araragi Tsukihi: Koyomi's younger sister. She likes Japanese clothes and wears them at home. She is voiced by Iguchi Yuka.

staff

Original work: "Nekomonogatari (Black)" by Nishio Isin (Kodansha BOX)

Character design: VOFAN

General Director: Akiyuki Shinbo

Director: Tomoyuki Itamura

Series Composition: Higashi Tomiko, Shinbo Akiyuki

Character design and chief animation director: Akio Watanabe

Chief animation director: Nobuhiro Sugiyama

Art director: Toshiharu Iijima

Color design: Izumi Takizawa

Visual effects: Motoi Sakai

Director of photography: Takayuki Aizu

Edited by: Rie Matsuhara

Sound Director: Yota Tsuruoka

Music: Satoru Kamisaki

Animation Production: Shaft

Theme songs and music

The opening theme "Perfect Slumbers" was written by meg rock, composed and arranged by Satoru Kanzaki (MONACA), and sung by Yui Horie, who plays Tsubasa Hanekawa. The ending theme "Kieru Daydream" was written by Saori Kodama, composed and arranged by Satoru Kanzaki (MONACA), and sung by Marina Kono.

Related Titles

Nekomonogatari Kuro Tsubasa Family is part of the Monogatari series and is related to the following titles:

• Bakemonogatari
• Nisemonogatari
• Monogatari Series Second Season Nekomonogatari (White)
• Monogatari Series Second Season: Kizumonogatari
• Story Series Second Season Hanamonogatari
• Monogatari Series Second Season Otorimonogatari
• Monogatari Series Second Season Oni Monogatari
• Monogatari Series Second Season Love Story
• Kizumonogatari

Evaluation and recommendation points

"Nekomonogatari Kuro: Tsubasa Family" has been praised for its profound themes and detailed storytelling. In particular, the darkness in Tsubasa Hanekawa's heart and the process of overcoming it leave a strong impression on viewers. The portrayal of character growth and human relationships is also superb, drawing viewers in.

The unique animation style of Shaft, the animation production company, is also one of the attractions of this work. The fusion of Akiyuki Shinbo's skill as general director and Tomoyuki Itamura's perspective as a director combines visual beauty and narrative depth. In addition, Satoru Kanzaki's music also enhances the atmosphere of the work and enriches the viewing experience.

The recommended points include:

• Profound themes and detailed storytelling: The story depicts the darkness in Hanekawa Tsubasa's heart and the process of overcoming it, deeply moving the viewer.
• Character growth and relationships: The relationship between Araragi Koyomi and Hanekawa Tsubasa is the focus of attention, but the relationships with other characters are also carefully portrayed.
• Shaft's distinctive drawing style: The visual beauty of the collaboration between Akiyuki Shinbo and Tomoyuki Itamura enhances the appeal of the work.
• Music by Kamisaki Akira: The opening and ending songs enhance the atmosphere of the work and enrich the viewing experience.
• Connection to the Monogatari Series: Understanding the story of the entire series will allow you to enjoy this work more deeply.

Conclusion

Nekomonogatari Kuro Tsubasa Family is one of the works in Nisio Isin's Monogatari series that is particularly praised for its profound themes and detailed storytelling. It is packed with many charms, including the darkness in Hanekawa Tsubasa's heart and the process of overcoming it, the character growth and relationships, Shaft's unique drawing style, and Kanzaki Satoru's music. This is a work that can be highly recommended not only to fans of the Monogatari series, but also to viewers looking for a deep story.