Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches DVD (17) Limited Edition Review: A fascinating story and what are the bonuses worth?

Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches DVD (17) Limited Edition Review: A fascinating story and what are the bonuses worth?

Detailed review and recommendation of "Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches" (17) Limited Edition with DVD

Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches is an OVA based on the manga by Yoshikawa Miki. We will be doing a detailed review and recommendation of the DVD-included (17) limited edition released on May 15, 2015. This work is released in the form of an OVA and is distributed by Kodansha. It is made up of 30-minute episodes, directed by Takuno Seiki, and animated by LIDEN FILMS. Copyright © Yoshikawa Miki, Kodansha / 2014 "Yamajo" Production Committee.

Story Summary

"Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches" begins when the protagonist Yamada Ryu falls down the stairs at school one day and ends up kissing Shiraishi Urara, an honor student who also fell down. This kiss leads to a mysterious phenomenon in which the two of them switch bodies, and the story goes on to involve seven girls with special abilities known as "witches" at school, solving various problems. In episode 17 of the OVA, Yamada and Shiraishi's relationship deepens further, and they meet a new witch and an incident occurs at school.

Character Introduction

Ryu Yamada : The protagonist. He is a problem child who often causes trouble at school, but he also has a kind side. After he experiences a body swap with Urara Shiraishi, he becomes involved with her and the other witches.

Urara Shiraishi : An honor student and top performer at school. After kissing Yamada, she encounters a body-swap phenomenon, and afterwards works with him to solve problems within the school.

Miyuki Miyamura : One of the witches, she has the ability to erase other people's memories. Her ability is an important key to the story.

Miyabi Ito : One of the witches, she has the ability to read other people's minds. Her ability sometimes reveals the inner thoughts of Yamada and Shiraishi.

Odagiri Futaba : One of the witches, she has the ability to control other people's bodies. Her ability has a big impact on the development of the story.

Fumika Sagara : One of the witches, she has the ability to change the fate of others. Her powers can greatly change the course of the story.

Kanda Mizuki : One of the witches, she has the ability to stop time for others. Her ability is an important key to the story.

Misaki Sakurai : One of the witches, she has the ability to manipulate other people's emotions. Her powers can greatly affect the emotions of Yamada and Shiraishi.

Animation and performance

The OVA version of Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches is animated by LIDEN FILMS with extremely high quality, depicting the characters' movements and expressions in great detail. In particular, the scenes in which the witches' special abilities are activated use visual effects skillfully, drawing the viewer in. Director Takuno Masaki's direction is also superb, skillfully expressing the development of the story and the emotions of the characters. Episode 17 depicts the deepening relationship between Yamada and Shiraishi, as well as an encounter with a new witch, and is directed in a way that will move the viewer.

Voice actor performance

The voice actors in Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches are also excellent, realistically expressing the personalities and emotions of the characters. In particular, the acting of Osaka Ryota as Yamada Ryu and Toyama Nao as Shiraishi Urara is superb, skillfully expressing the relationship between the two and the changes in their emotions. The voice actors of the witches also bring out the individuality of each character, leaving a strong impression on viewers. Episode 17 depicts a scene where Yamada meets a new witch and the relationship between Yamada and Shiraishi deepens, and the performances of the voice actors add excitement to the story.

Music and Sound

The music in Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches is also excellent, skillfully expressing the development of the story and the emotions of the characters. In particular, in scenes where the witches' special abilities are activated, the music, combined with the visual effects, has the power to draw the viewer in. The character songs also bring out the individuality of each character, leaving a strong impression on the viewer. Episode 17 depicts a scene in which Yamada and Shiraishi's relationship deepens and they meet a new witch, and the music adds excitement to the story.

Recommendation

"Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches" is a fusion of youth romantic comedy and fantasy, providing viewers with emotion and laughter. In particular, the relationship between Yamada and Shiraishi and the special abilities of the witches are important keys to the story, and have the power to draw viewers in. The animation, direction, voice acting, music and sound are also excellent, leaving a strong impression on viewers. Episode 17 depicts an encounter with a new witch and a scene in which Yamada and Shiraishi's relationship deepens, making it a moving story for viewers. Be sure to watch this work and experience the bittersweetness of youth and the charm of fantasy.

Related product information

Related products for "Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches" include the original manga, character song CDs, and figures. The original manga in particular helps viewers understand the story better by revealing the detailed development of the story and the characters' feelings. The character song CDs also bring out the individuality of each character, leaving a strong impression on viewers. The figures recreate the charm of the characters and are a must-have for collectors. Be sure to check out these related products and enjoy the world of the work even more.

summary

The DVD-included (17) limited edition of "Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches" is a fusion of youth romantic comedy and fantasy, providing viewers with excitement and laughter. In particular, the relationship between Yamada and Shiraishi and the special abilities of the witches are important keys to the story, and have the power to draw viewers in. In addition, the animation, direction, voice acting, music and sound are also excellent, leaving a strong impression on viewers. Episode 17 depicts an encounter with a new witch and a scene in which the relationship between Yamada and Shiraishi deepens, making it a moving story for viewers. Please watch this work and feel the bittersweetness of youth and the charm of fantasy. Also, check out related products to enjoy the world of the work even more.

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