"Tesagure! Bukatsumono" Review: An anime filled with youthful brilliance and humor

"Tesagure! Bukatsumono" Review: An anime filled with youthful brilliance and humor

"Tesagure! Bukatsumono" - A story of youthful exploration and growth

Tesagure! Bukatsumono is an original anime TV series that aired on Nippon Television in 2013. The 12-episode series was created by director Ishidate Kotaro and animation director Tatsuki (irodori) with the cooperation of Kichijoji Tron and the Tesagure! Production Committee. It aired from October 5 to December 28, 2013, every Saturday at 26:20 to 26:35.

Overview of the work

"Tesagure! Bukatsumono" is a story of youth and self-exploration that goes beyond the boundaries of slice-of-life anime. It depicts the gradual growth of an ordinary high school and ordinary club members as they search for who they are and where they belong. The protagonists struggle to live an extraordinary high school life, sometimes laughing and sometimes crying, as they climb the steps to adulthood. This is a school comedy that comically depicts the growth of life-sized girls, providing viewers with laughter and empathy.

Main Characters

The charm of this work lies in its unique characters. The main characters are introduced below.

Suzuki Yua

She is the captain of the third-year class, and although she has a tsundere-like appearance, she is a reliable leader with drive and a sense of responsibility. However, she also has an unreliable side, and perhaps due to the influence of growing up abroad as a child, she also has a cheerful personality. She has many friends, is a member of several committees, has average grades, and is a good athlete, making her a well-rounded character. She has one younger brother, and her blood type is AB.

Hina Sato

She is the vice-captain of the third year, and is characterized by her calm demeanor and quiet personality. While she is friendly, she is also logical and a little sarcastic. She has been friends with Yua since elementary school, and her grades are so good that she is one of the top two in her grade. However, she is not very good at sports, and her taste is a little strange, which are her weaknesses. She seems to have the largest bust size among the club members, was raised as the middle child of three sisters, and her blood type is B.

Aoi Takahashi

She is a second-year student with a free and easy-going personality. A typical modern girl, she hates men and doesn't like the peculiar ways of girls. She used to like being alone, but after joining this club, her tastes seem to have changed a bit. She is fairly good at sports, but is a bit clumsy and worries about her small breasts. Her grades are below average, she is an only child, and her blood type is O.

Koharu Tanaka

She is a first-year student, serious and innocent, and calls herself a "maiden." She has a kind personality, but can also be a bit airheaded and clumsy. She loves manga and anime, and perhaps because she grew up close to her grandmother, her hobbies tend to be somewhat retro. She didn't participate in any club activities in middle school, but after entering high school, she decided to join a club where she could express her true self. She works hard and gets average grades, is neither good nor bad at sports, and has an older sister who is a little older than her. Her blood type is A.

Sonoda Moeko

Although no detailed information is provided, she is depicted as a member of the club and growing alongside the other members.

Stories and episodes

"Tesagure! Bukatsumono" is a series of 12 episodes, each with a different theme. Below are the subtitles and broadcast dates for each episode.

  • #1 Welcome (2013/10/05)
  • #2 Pure Love (2013/10/12)
  • #3 Fickleness (2013/10/19)
  • #4 Dignity (2013/10/26)
  • #5 Admiration (2013/11/02)
  • #6 Lonely Love (2013/11/09)
  • #7 Maiden's True Heart (2013/11/16)
  • #8 Ideal Love (2013/11/23)
  • #9 Shyness (2013/11/30)
  • #10 Egoism (2013/12/07)
  • #11 Love Fortune Telling (2013/12/28)
  • #12 Beauty of the Heart (2013/12/28)

In each episode, the club members face various themes and solve problems from their own perspectives. For example, "Welcome" shows how the atmosphere of the club changes with the addition of a new member, while "Pure Love" has the club members think about friendship and love. Through these episodes, viewers can feel the growth and change of the club members.

music

The music for "Tesagure! Bukatsumono" was written by Junichi Inoue, who also composed the opening and ending themes. The opening theme "Stand Up!!!!" is sung by Yua Suzuki (Asuka Nishi), Hina Sato (Satomi Akesaka), Aoi Takahashi (Karin Ogino), and Haruka Tanaka (Ayaka Ohashi), and the ending theme "12 Months" is also sung by the same members. These songs are important elements that add to the atmosphere of the work.

Production Staff

Many staff members were involved in the production of "Tesagure! Bukatsumono." The director was Ishidate Kotaro, the animation director was Tatsuki (irodori), the character design was Kedama Gocho, and the script and composition were handled by Ishidate Kotaro, Yamaguchi Masatake, and Takahashi Satoshi. In addition, 3DCG creators Cort, Pompoko, Wana, and Suzuki Ai participated, music was by Inoue Junichi, production cooperation was by Kichijoji Tron, sound producer was Nakano Toru, creative producer was Fukuhara Yoshimasa, and producers were Sasaki Marina, Yoshio Souta, and Terai Yoshihiro. Thanks to the cooperation of these staff members, the work was highly polished.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Tesagure! Bukatsumono" has been highly praised as a slice-of-life anime. In particular, viewers have praised the careful portrayal of the characters' personalities and growth. Another attraction is the abundance of comedy elements, allowing viewers to enjoy both laughter and emotion. Furthermore, the realistic portrayal of the worries and conflicts of adolescence makes it a work that many viewers can easily empathize with.

Here are some reasons why I recommend this work:

  • You can enjoy the growth of unique characters.
  • A realistic portrayal of the worries and conflicts of adolescence
  • With plenty of comedy elements, you can enjoy both laughter and emotion.
  • The music enhances the atmosphere of the piece.

"Tesagure! Bukatsumono" is a heartwarming story of youth and self-discovery. It is highly recommended for those who like slice-of-life anime, those who want to empathize with the worries and struggles of adolescence, and those who want to enjoy laughter and emotion. Watching it will also make you think about your own "personality" and "place in the world."

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summary

"Tesagure! Bukatsumono" is a heartwarming story of youth and self-discovery. You can enjoy watching the growth of the unique characters, and empathize with the worries and struggles of adolescence while experiencing laughter and emotion. The music also adds to the atmosphere of the work, and watching the show will make you think about your own "true self" and "place in the world you belong". Please watch this work and feel the brilliance of youth.

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