Review of "The Fruit of Grisaia": A fusion of fascinating characters and a deep story

The Fruit of Grisaia - A tale of deep darkness and light

The Fruit of Grisaia is a TV anime series based on an 18+ game created by Frontwing. It was broadcast from October 7 to December 30, 2014, and was available on AT-X, TOKYO MX, and other networks. The story is set in a seemingly ordinary school called Mihama Academy, and follows the story of students with "issues" who attend the school. In particular, the arrival of transfer student Yuji Kazami takes the story to a new level.

story

At first glance, Mihama Private Academy appears to be an ordinary school, but there are only five students enrolled who are "problematic." A sixth student, Kazami Yuji, transfers to the school. The students are too different to be called unique, and Kazami Yuji has an ego that is just as strong. As they come into contact with each other, they come to understand each other better, and by interfering with each other little by little, they affect each other's inner selves. The story of these girls trapped in the past is about to begin.

cast

The cast includes Sakurai Takahiro as Kazami Yuji, Tanaka Ryoko as Sakaki Yumiko, Taguchi Hiroko as Suou Amane, Mizuhashi Kaori as Matsushima Michiru, Tamiyasu Tomoe as Irisu Makina, Shimizu Ai as Komine Sachi, Yanase Natsumi as Tachibana Chizuru, and Narumi Erika as Harudera Yuria. The cast brings out the best in the characters' personalities and leaves a deep impression on the viewers.

Main Staff

The original work is by Frontwing, the director is Tensho, the series composition is by Hideyuki Kurata, the character design and chief animation director is Akio Watanabe, the chief animation directors are Mitsutaka Echigo and Kenichiro Katsura, the CGI director is Masato Takahashi, the color design is Tomomi Murakami, the art director is Kazuhiro Inoue, the art setting is Yoshinori Shiozawa, the prop design is Shigeyuki Koresawa, the animal prop design is Hiroaki Motoigi, the director of photography is Yuya Kumazawa, the editor is Mutsumi Takemiya, the sound director is Jin Aketagawa, the music is by Elements Garden, and the animation production is by Eight Bit. These staff members work together to faithfully recreate the worldview of the original work while bringing out the unique charm of anime.

Main Characters

Yumiko Sakaki is the daughter of the head of Mihama Academy, and has an extreme attachment to her own time and space, and hates to have it broken. She is very wary of others, and sometimes takes extreme action to exclude others. Amane Suo is a caring older sister type, and is a reliable person who is loved by younger people. She also has an eye-catching figure. Her cooking skills are particularly noteworthy, and she takes care of Yuuji in various ways. Michiru Matsushima is a girl who even dyes her hair blonde to play the role of a tsundere. She thinks she is acting perfectly, but those around her can see through it. For some reason, she always carries Ramune candy with her. Makina Irisu is a shy girl, so it takes her a while to open up. After getting used to her, she calls Yuuji ``big brother'' and becomes attached to him. She spends all her time in Amane's room, and she is always taken care of by her. Sachi Komine is a unique girl who usually wears a maid outfit. He also serves as a class representative and takes on anything that people ask him to do. His only flaw is that he doesn't take jokes and takes everything seriously. Yuji Kazami is a transfer student who came to Mihama Academy as an invited exchange student from overseas. He lost his sister in an accident when he was young, and both his parents died. He has a very calm personality and is known for his otherworldly behavior. Chizuru Tachibana is the principal of Mihama Academy, where Yuji and his friends attend. She has known Yuji for a long time, and she says that she is his "lifesaver." Due to her young appearance, the students sometimes don't treat her like a teacher. Yuria Harudera is half German and half Italian, and is now a naturalized Japanese citizen. Her close friends call her JB, an abbreviation of her former name, Julia Bardera. She is Yuji's adoptive parent and also his boss.

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Each episode gains depth as the story progresses: Episode 1 "Ordinary School Life", Episode 2 "School Killer Yumiko", Episode 3 "Sweet Diet", Episode 4 "The Place to Aim with a Silver Bullet", Episode 5 "VOX IN BOX", Episode 6 "Raison d'Etre", Episode 7 "Letter of Happiness", Episode 8 "The Seed of the World Tree I", Episode 9 "The Seed of the World Tree II", Episode 10 "Angelic Haul I", Episode 11 "Angelic Haul II", Episode 12 "Angelic Haul III", and Episode 13 "10 Centimeters Within the Shooting Range".

Theme songs and music

The opening theme "Wings of Paradise" is used in episodes 2 to 4 and 6 to 12, with lyrics by Yuichi Kuwashima, composition and arrangement by Jin Fujima, and singing by Maon Kurosaki. The ending themes are "Eden's Song" (episode 2, lyrics by Yuichi Kuwashima, composition and arrangement by Fuminori Matsumoto, singing by Hana), "The World You Loved" (episodes 3, 6 to 9, lyrics by Yuichi Kuwashima, composition and arrangement by Jin Fujima, singing by Yoshino Nanjo), "SKIP" (episode 5, lyrics by Yuichi Kuwashima, composition and arrangement by Masato Nakayama, singing by Chata), "Rainy veil" (episodes 10 to 12, lyrics by Yuichi Kuwashima, composition and arrangement by Jin Fujima, singing by Nagi Yanagi), and "Thanatos of Genesis" (episode 13, lyrics by Yuichi Kuwashima, composition and arrangement by Daisuke Kikuta, singing by Hiran). Additionally, the inserted songs are "Fractal of the End" (episode 1, episode 13, composed and arranged by Fujima Jin), "Holograph" (episode 6, lyrics by riya, composed and arranged by Kikuchi Hajime, sung by eufonius), "Forest of Lostness" (episode 9, lyrics by Kuwashima Yuichi, composed and arranged by Fujita Junpei, sung by Sato Hiromi), and "HOME" (episode 12, lyrics by Kuwashima Yuichi, composed and arranged by Kikuta Daisuke, sung by Hashimoto Miyuki). These songs add to the atmosphere of the story and enhance the emotions of the viewers.

Ratings and Recommendations

"The Fruit of Grisaia" is highly acclaimed as a story where deep darkness and light intersect. It has received a lot of support not only from fans of the original game, but also from anime fans. In particular, the characters' personalities and backgrounds are carefully drawn, leaving a strong impression on viewers. In addition, the beautiful visuals and music are also important elements that enhance the story.

The first reason to recommend this series is the appeal of the characters. Each character, such as Yumiko Sakaki, Amane Suo, Michiru Matsushima, Makina Irisu, Sachi Komine, Yuji Kazami, Chizuru Tachibana, and Yuria Harudera, has a deep background and is easy for viewers to empathize with. The story is also well-developed and has the power to draw viewers in. The music is also excellent, adding to the atmosphere of each episode.

This work is recommended for those who want to enjoy deep human drama, those who want to enjoy beautiful visuals and music, and those who are interested in character growth and relationships. In particular, those who have played the original game will be able to enjoy the story from a new perspective in the anime version. Also, even those who are new to anime will be able to enjoy it, so please give it a watch.

Related information

In addition to the original game, there are sequels and spin-offs of "The Fruit of Grisaia". You can enjoy the entire series, including "The Labyrinth of Grisaia" and "The Paradise of Grisaia". In addition, merchandise and soundtracks are also sold, making them essential items for fans. In addition, official and fan events are held, providing an opportunity to interact with other fans.

In this way, "The Fruit of Grisaia" is a work that draws viewers in with its deep story, attractive characters, beautiful visuals and music. Please watch it once and experience its worldview.