My Big Sister Has Come: The Appeal and Evaluation of the Original Anime Not Broadcast on TV

Detailed review and recommendation of "My Sister Came" original anime not yet aired on TV

Overview

Onee-chan ga Kita is an OVA based on the manga by Anzai Michiaki, and was released on March 22, 2014. It is an original anime that has not aired on TV, and is made up of 30-minute episodes. It was produced by C2C and directed by Yuzumi Yoshihide. It was released by the Onee-chan ga Kita Production Committee and distributed by Takeshobo.

■ Story

The protagonist, Tomoya Mizuhara, is 13 years old. When his father remarries, his 17-year-old half-sister, Ichika Mizuhara, joins the family. Ichika shows excessive affection towards Tomoya, and Tomoya is confused by the weight of her affection, but they begin a new life together as a family. The story unfolds through the interactions between Tomoya and Ichika and the surrounding characters, focusing on their relationship.

■ Characters

・Tomoya Mizuhara (voice: Manami)
The protagonist. His father remarries and he gains a new sister, but he is overwhelmed by her love for him. The story depicts the purity and confusion of a 13-year-old boy.

・Ichika Mizuhara (voiced by Juri Nagatsuma)
Tomoya's older half-sister. 17 years old. She is known for her excessive affection and dotes on Tomoya. Her actions are sometimes comical and sometimes serious.

・Mina Fujisaki (voiced by Ibuki Kido)
A classmate of Tomoya's, their relationship is more than friends but less than lovers. She understands Tomoya's troubles and supports him.

- Ruri Hayasaka (voiced by Omi Minami)
Tomoya's classmate. With a bright and lively personality, she is a mood maker who livens up the class.

・Marina Mochizuki (voiced by Marina Inoue)
Tomoya's classmate. A beautiful girl with a cool and mature aura.

- Mitsuru Hanazono (voiced by Yu Kobayashi)
Tomoya's classmate. She has a gentle personality and is loved by everyone.

- Takayoshi Hayasaka (voiced by Misuzu Togashi)
Ruri's older brother. He understands Tomoya well and is someone he can rely on.

Yuko Mizuhara (voiced by Fumi Morisawa)
Tomoya's mother and Ichika's mother, she is a kind woman who values ​​family ties.

・Masaya Mizuhara (voiced by Kenji Hamada)
Tomoya's father. He is also Ichika's father, and is the central figure in forming a family through remarriage.

・Soichiro Fuji (voiced by Koji Takahashi)
Mina's father. He has a strict personality and watches over Mina as she grows up.

■ Staff

・Director : Yoshihide Yuzumi (director of "Yurumeitsu 3D")
・Character design : Takeshi Oda ・Color design : Shigeru Saisei ・Art director : Kunihiro Shinoda (Studio Daiyo)
Director of photography : Kuwa Yoshito (Cyan)
・Sound Director : Hiroto Morishita ・Sound Production : Sound Wing ・Music : Fuuga Hatori ・Animation Production : C2C
・Production : My Sister Came Production Committee

■Subtitle

・Dokidoki♡EX/My first time...is here! (2014/03/22)

■Detailed evaluation

"Oneechan ga Kita" is a work that depicts family ties and growth, but also has an exquisite blend of humor and serious elements. In particular, the character of Mizuhara Ichika leaves a deep impression on viewers, as her excessive expressions of affection are comical, but her inner loneliness and anxiety are also depicted. It is also worth watching as a story of Tomoya's growth, and it is moving to see him reexamine himself through his relationships with his family and friends.

The animation quality is also high, with character and color designs that faithfully reproduce the atmosphere of the original. In particular, director Yoshihide Yuzumi's direction skillfully expresses the emotional ups and downs of each scene, drawing the viewer's emotions. The music by Fuuga Hatori also adds to the atmosphere of the story, enriching the viewing experience.

The acting of the cast is also superb, especially the voice of Ichika played by Juri Nagatsuma, who brings out the charm of her character to the fullest. The voice of Tomoya played by Aimi also conveys his innocence and growth, and the other cast members also bring their characters to life.

■Recommendation

"Onee-chan ga Kita" is especially recommended for those who like works that depict family ties and growth. It is also perfect for those who want to enjoy a story that mixes humor and serious elements. Although it is a one-episode work in the OVA format, the human drama depicted in it is deep and gives the viewer a lot to think about.

Furthermore, this is a work that fans of the original manga cannot miss. While firmly incorporating the essence of the original work, it brings out new charms with the unique expressions of anime. Although it is a short OVA, it gets to the heart of the story, and can be said to be a highly satisfying work.

The cast and staff are also impressive. The work is the result of the gathering of professionals from various fields, including director Yoshihide Yuzumi, character designer Takeshi Oda, and music by Fuga Hatori, and the high quality of the work is particularly noteworthy. The voice actors are also impressive, and the performances of the cast, including Juri Nagatsuma and Manami, bring out the charm of the characters to the fullest.

This is a work that can be recommended to a wide range of people, including those who like works that depict family ties and growth, fans of the original manga, and those who are particular about the quality of the animation and the acting of the cast. Please watch it at least once and experience its charm for yourself.

■ Additional Information

"Onee-chan ga Kita" was released as a Blu-ray package version on March 22, 2014. This work, which was produced as an original anime not broadcast on TV, was widely accepted not only by fans of the original manga but also by anime fans. It was released by the Onee-chan ga Kita Production Committee and distributed by Takeshobo, and consists of one 30-minute episode.

The original work is a manga by Anzai Riki, and has gained popularity as a work depicting family ties and growth. The anime adaptation has been carefully crafted to preserve the atmosphere of the original work while bringing out new charms through the unique expressions of anime. In particular, the character of Mizuhara Ichika has gained even more depth in the anime version, leaving a strong impression on viewers.

This is a work that can be recommended to a wide range of people, including those who like works that depict family ties and growth, fans of the original manga, and those who are particular about the quality of the animation and the acting of the cast. Please watch it at least once and experience its charm for yourself.