The appeal and reviews of "Mangaka-san to Assistant-san THE ANIMATION": A must-see anime

"Mangaka-san to Assistant-san THE ANIMATION": A hilarious and moving comedy about the life of a manga artist

"Mangaka-san to Assistant-san THE ANIMATION" is a TV anime series that aired in 2014, based on the manga of the same name by Hiroyuki. Published by Square Enix's Young Gangan Comics, the anime version retains the charm of the original and has gained many fans as a hilarious comedy depicting the daily lives of a manga artist and his assistants.

Broadcast information

The series was broadcast from April 8 to June 24, 2014, and is made up of 12 episodes. It was available on TOKYO MX, AT-X, BS11, and other stations. It was also streamed online and could be viewed on Niconico Live Broadcast, Niconico Channel, GyaO!, d Anime Store, Bandai Channel, Rakuten ShowTime, NTT Plala, PlayStation Store, and more. Each episode is short, about 13 minutes long, but a dense story unfolds within that time.

Staff and cast

The director is Takeshi Furuta, and the animation is by ZEXCS. The series is written and scripted by Aki Itami, and character design and general animation director is Hitomi Tsuruta. In addition, a team of professionals from various fields, including prop designer, art director, color designer, special effects director, cinematographer, editor, sound director, and music, are helping to ensure the quality of the work.

The cast includes a stellar cast of voice actors, including Matsuoka Yoshitsugu as Aito Yuki, Hayami Saori as Ashisu Sahoto, Noto Arisa as Otosuna Mihari, Kugimiya Rie as Kuroi Sena, Iguchi Yuka as Kazeha Rinna, Tanaka Manami as Minano Matome, and Ito Miku as Ashisu Sahono. Their performances bring the characters to life and enhance the appeal of the work.

Main Characters

The main character, Aito Yuki, is a manga artist who writes about love and courage, and is characterized by his strong, overly-convincing personality. He is surrounded by a diverse cast of unique characters, including his assistant Ashisu Sahoto, who is always with him for some reason, his strict editor Otosuna Mihari, his super assistant Kuroi Sena, who is an incredibly skilled artist, his new assistant Kazeha Rinna, who is an enthusiastic fan of Aito, Minano Matome, the editor-in-chief of Monthly Shonen Gongon who looks like a child, Ashisu Sahono, a precocious first-year middle school student who is Ashisu's younger sister, and Branya, a stray cat that Aito picked up.

Stories and episodes

This work focuses on the daily lives of Aito Yuuki and Ashisu Sahoto. The first episode features episodes such as "Mastering Boobs!", "A Dream Job", "Panty Wars", and "Otosuna Mihari's Day Off", and humorously depicts the relationship between manga artists and their assistants and what goes on behind the scenes at work. The second episode features the arrival of a new assistant and an episode in which the relationship between Aito and Ashisu deepens, while the third episode features a porn book panic and the arrival of Kuroi Sena, with new developments awaiting one after another.

Episode 4 features the appearance of Branya and an episode where Mihari Otosuna's past is revealed, episode 5 features an incident at the park and an episode that will be helpful for Aito's manga production. Episode 6 features an episode where they enjoy a hot spring trip, episode 7 features Sahono Ashisu and an episode of Aito and Ashisu's night together. Episode 8 features the editor-in-chief's check and an episode that shows empathy for a girl's feelings, and episode 9 shows an episode where Aito's past mistakes are revealed.

Episode 10 depicts Kuroi Sena's crisis and Aito's support, while episode 11 depicts Aito's change and Kuroi Sena's struggle. And the final episode, episode 12, depicts the relationship between Aito and Ashisu deepening further as the summer comes to an end. Each episode has a different theme and episode, making it a work full of laughs and emotions.

Theme songs and music

The opening theme is "Junsui Fujunbutsu" by StylipS, with lyrics by Hata Aki and music and arrangement by Takada Akira. The ending theme is "Spica." by StylipS, with lyrics by Tsuji Junsara and music and arrangement by Okuda Motoi. The ending theme for the final episode is "Owari Naki Pants" by Aito Yuuki (Matsuoka Yoshitsugu), with lyrics by Hata Aki and music and arrangement by Honda Koshiro. These songs add to the atmosphere of the show and resonate with the hearts of viewers.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Mangaka-san to Assistant-san THE ANIMATION" is a highly acclaimed comedy about the daily lives of a manga artist and his assistant. The anime version has been made to retain the charm of the original work, and the characters' personalities and relationships are depicted realistically, with a storyline that draws viewers in. In addition, the performances of the stellar voice actors and the themes and episodes of each episode are also full of highlights, making this a work filled with laughter and emotion.

This work is recommended not only for those who like manga and anime, but also for those who are interested in slice-of-life comedies and character relationships. It is especially a must-see for those who are interested in the behind-the-scenes work of manga artists and the relationships between them and their assistants. Also, since each episode has a different theme and episode, there is always something new to discover no matter how many times you watch it. Please give it a watch.

Related information

The original work is published by Square Enix's Young Gangan Comics and is still being serialized. You can enjoy not only the episodes that have been animated, but also the latest chapters of the original work. In addition, information on related goods and events is updated regularly, so there is a wealth of information that fans cannot miss. In addition, you can interact with other fans by sharing your thoughts on the original work and anime on social media.

"Mangaka-san to Assistant-san THE ANIMATION" is a comedy about the life of a manga artist, full of laughs and emotions, and is loved by many fans. Please watch it once and experience its charm.