Review of "Ryuugajou Nanana's Buried Treasure": A fusion of Nanana's charm and Japanese folk tales

"Ryuugajou Nanana's Buried Treasure: Nanana Japanese Folktales" - The appeal of the OVA and its background

Nanana's Buried Treasure: Nanana Japanese Folk Tales was released as an OVA in 2014 and is based on a light novel series written by Kazuma Otori. This OVA is a long-awaited adaptation for fans and succeeds in bringing out the best of the original work. Below, we will take a deeper look at the details of this work and what makes it so great.

Overview

"Ryūgajou Nanana's Buried Treasure: Nanana Japanese Folk Tales" was released on Blu-ray and DVD on June 25, 2014. Each volume includes a short SD character movie as a video bonus. It was released by Aniplex and is a compact series of six short episodes, each about five minutes long. It was produced by A-1 Pictures and directed by Kanta Kamei. Copyright ©2014 Otori Kazuma, published by eb!/Nanaejima Sogo Keibi Hosho.

Story and Characters

The main character of this work is a girl named Nanana. She is a mysterious girl who lives on an island called Nanaejima, and is working to protect the island's buried treasure. Nanana will explore her own past and the island's secrets while giving various challenges to the adventurers who visit the island.

Nanana's character is vividly portrayed in the OVA, with the same charm as in the original work. Her purity and strength, as well as her occasional vulnerability, leave a deep impression on viewers. The other characters surrounding Nanana are also unique, and their actions and growth in each episode enrich the story.

Visuals and Music

The high quality of A-1 Pictures' visuals shines through in the OVA. The beautiful scenery of Nanaejima and the detailed expressions of the characters are carefully drawn, making it full of visual appeal. Nanana's expressions and movements in particular are faithful to the image in the original work, while also adding depth with the expressiveness that only video can provide.

Music is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work. The background music skillfully expresses Nanana's adventures and emotional ups and downs, enhancing the emotions of the viewer. Nanana's theme song in particular is a memorable piece with a beautiful melody that symbolizes her character.

Comparison with the original

The original light novel is published by Famitsu Bunko and written by Kazuma Otori. The original work focuses on Nanana's adventures and growth, delving deep into her relationships and the secrets of her island. The OVA selects the best episodes from the original work and condenses their appeal into a short story. This allows fans who have read the original work to enjoy the story from a new perspective.

The OVA also includes SD character short movies that are not in the original work, which is also a nice bonus for fans. The short movies depict the characters' daily lives and comical sides, and can be enjoyed in a different way from the main OVA.

Fan reviews

"Ryuugajou Nanana's Buried Treasure: Nanana Japanese Folk Tales" has been highly praised by fans of the original work. In particular, the fact that Nanana's character is portrayed exactly as she appears in the original work, the beauty of the visuals, and the high quality of the music have been praised. Viewers have also praised the fact that the story is well-drawn in short episodes.

On the other hand, some fans feel it is lacking because it is only six episodes long and does not cover the entirety of the original work. However, due to its high level of completion as an OVA and the richness of the bonus footage, it is generally rated as a highly satisfying work.

Recommendations and related works

"Ryūgajou Nanana's Buried Treasure: Nanana Japanese Folk Tales" is recommended not only for fans of the original work, but also for those who like mysteries and adventures. In particular, those who are attracted to Nanana's character will be able to learn more about her charm through the OVA. It is also a work that should be watched by those who want to enjoy beautiful visuals and music.

Related works include the original light novel series. By reading the original work, you can learn about episodes and character backgrounds that are not depicted in the OVA, allowing you to enjoy the work more deeply. In addition, other anime works produced by the same A-1 Pictures also have a common appeal in terms of visual quality and music, so if you're interested, be sure to check them out.

Conclusion

"Ryuugajou Nanana's Buried Treasure: Nanana Japanese Folk Tales" is a wonderful OVA that brings out the best of the original work. Nanana's character, the beautiful visuals, the moving music, everything has the power to draw viewers in. The fact that the story is well-drawn in short episodes has also been praised, and it has received high support from fans. This work is recommended not only for fans of the original work, but also for those who like mysteries and adventures. Be sure to experience Nanana's adventures and growth through the OVA.