Gingitsune: The appeal and reputation of the divine fox legend

"Gingitsune" - A warm and relaxing Japanese fantasy

"Gingitsune" is a 12-episode TV anime series that aired on TV Tokyo in 2013. It is based on a manga by Ochiai Sayori that is currently being serialized in Shueisha's Ultra Jump magazine, directed by Misawa Shin, animated by diomedéa, and produced by the Gingitsune Production Committee. It aired for three months from October 6th to December 22nd, 2013, for 30 minutes every week. This work was loved by many viewers as a fantasy that exudes Japanese warmth and healing.

story

"Gingitsune" is set in modern-day Japan. The main character is Kagurazaka Gin, the daughter of the Kagurazaka family who runs a long-established tofu shop called Kagurazaka Tsunekichi. Since she was a child, Gin has had the special ability to communicate with a fox spirit called Gingitsune. This ability has been passed down to each generation of daughters in the Kagurazaka family, and Gingitsune is depicted as a presence that supports the prosperity of the Kagurazaka family.

The story depicts Gin helping out at the tofu shop with the silver fox and growing up through various encounters and events. As Gin's partner, the silver fox sometimes gives him advice and sometimes helps him overcome difficulties. Gin is surrounded by his childhood friends and family, as well as regular customers at the tofu shop, and through his interactions with them, Gin learns about human relationships and the workings of society.

character

The main character, Kagurazaka Gin, is a pure and kind-hearted girl. Although she has the ability to communicate with silver foxes, she doesn't think it's anything special and lives her life as she is. As she grows, viewers can see the world from her perspective.

The silver fox is Gin's partner and her emotional support. The silver fox gives her advice and sometimes acts to protect her. The silver fox's presence is an important factor in supporting Gin's growth, and he is a character that gives viewers a sense of healing and warmth.

Kagurazaka Tsunekichi is Gin's grandfather and the owner of a tofu shop. He is strict but kind-hearted, and watches over Gin's growth. Tsunekichi's presence makes us feel the importance of family ties and traditions.

Kenta Takahashi, Gin's childhood friend, is her good friend and sometimes even a romantic interest. Kenta's presence is an important character that depicts the changes in human relationships as Gin grows up.

Animation and Music

The animation of "Gingitsune" is drawn by diomedéa with careful drawings and beautiful colors. In particular, the depiction of the silver fox is very delicate, making the viewer feel its strong presence. In addition, the depiction of the Japanese-style background and the tofu shop is realistic, and has the power to draw the viewer into the world of the story.

The music uses a lot of Japanese-style melodies and soothing background music. The opening theme "Egao no Yukue" is a refreshing song by fhána that will brighten the hearts of viewers. The ending theme "Gingitsune" features ChouCho's gentle singing voice, making you feel the warmth of the story.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Gingitsune" was loved by many viewers as a fantasy with a warm and healing Japanese style. In particular, viewers can learn about human relationships and the structure of society through the interaction with the silver fox and the growth of Gin. In addition, the careful drawing and beautiful music were also highly praised, and viewers were deeply moved.

However, some viewers felt that the story unfolded too slowly. Perhaps more time was needed to depict Gin's growth and his interactions with the Silver Fox in the short 12 episode broadcast. Others felt that the Silver Fox's presence was overemphasized.

Recommendation

"Gingitsune" is highly recommended for viewers who are looking for a warm and relaxing Japanese-style fantasy. It is especially recommended for viewers who want to learn about human relationships and the structure of society through their interactions with the silver fox and Gin's growth. It is also recommended for viewers who want to enjoy carefully drawn illustrations and beautiful music.

However, for viewers who are concerned that the story develops too slowly or that the presence of the silver fox is overemphasized, I would recommend other works. For example, I would recommend other Japanese-style fantasy works such as "Natsume's Book of Friends" and "Beyond the Boundary." These works have relatively fast story development and well-balanced character presence.

summary

"Gingitsune" was loved by many viewers as a fantasy with a warm and soothing Japanese feel. Through the viewers' interactions with the silver fox and Gin's growth, viewers can learn about human relationships and the structure of society. The careful drawings and beautiful music were also highly praised, deeply moving viewers. However, some viewers were concerned that the story unfolded too slowly and that the presence of the silver fox was overemphasized. Overall, "Gingitsune" is highly recommended for viewers looking for a fantasy with a warm and soothing Japanese feel.