Review of "Attack on Titan Junior High School": A unique work where youth and battle intersect

Attack on Titan Junior High School - A mix of youth and laughter

"Attack on Titan Junior High School" is a 12-episode anime series that aired from October 4 to December 27, 2015. The series is based on the manga by Hajime Isayama and Saki Nakagawa and was available on stations such as Mainichi Broadcasting System and Tokyo MX. It was animated by Production IG and directed by Yoshihide Ibata. Each episode is 30 minutes long and tells a story that combines youth and laughter.

story

"Attack on Titan Junior High School" is set in a setting where the characters from the original "Attack on Titan" are attending junior high school. Familiar characters such as Eren Yeager, Mikasa Ackerman, and Armin Arlert are depicted facing problems in junior high school life rather than Titans. The story revolves around events that could be considered symbols of youth, such as student council elections, cultural festivals, and sports festivals.

Eren runs for the student council elections and struggles with Mikasa and Armin, but Titans also appear and there are plenty of humorous scenes. In particular, the scene where the Titans appear wearing their junior high school uniforms will provide fans with fresh surprises and laughter. Another attraction of this work is the emphasis on comedy, which is a stark contrast to the serious atmosphere of the original work.

character

Eren Yeager: The main character. He runs for the student council election and struggles with his friends. His hot-blooded personality from the original is kept intact, but he is portrayed with a comedic touch.

Mikasa Ackerman: Eren's childhood friend and the one who always supports him. Her strength and kindness shine through in this story of youth.

Armin Arlert: Eren and Mikasa's friend who solves problems with his wits. His intelligence plays an important role in moving the story forward.

Levi: He is a cool and expressionless character, but he shows a humorous side during his life in junior high school. His presence is just as strong as in the original work.

Hange Zoe: A character who is passionate about Titan research, her actions add humor to the story. Her unique character adds color to the work.

Animation and Music

The animation by Production IG is characterized by its drawing style that emphasizes comedic elements while faithfully recreating the worldview of the original work. The characters' expressions and movements are rich and entertaining to viewers. The backgrounds and art are also carefully drawn, and there are many scenes that give off a youthful atmosphere.

In terms of music, the opening theme "Seishun wa Hanabi no Youni" (sung by Yuiko Ohara) and the ending theme "Himitsu no Tobira Kara" (sung by Cyclamen) were used. Both songs have melodies that evoke the brilliance and sadness of youth, and are perfect for the atmosphere of the work. In particular, the opening theme "Seishun wa Hanabi no Youni" has the effect of lifting the hearts of viewers, and livens up the beginning of the story.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Attack on Titan Junior High School" offers fresh surprises and laughs to fans of the original work, depicting the growth of the characters through events that are symbolic of youth. The emphasis on comedy elements makes it a departure from the serious atmosphere of the original work, providing entertainment for viewers.

In particular, events such as student council elections, cultural festivals, and sports festivals are full of scenes that evoke the brilliance and sadness of youth, and resonate with viewers. Also, the scenes in which the Titans appear wearing junior high school uniforms are memorable as humorous scenes. The story development, which makes use of the individuality of the characters, also enhances the appeal of the work.

The animation and music are also important elements in enhancing the atmosphere of the work. Production IG's careful drawing and the singing voices of Yuiko Ohara and Cyclamen lift the spirits of the viewers. In particular, the opening theme "Seishun wa Hanabi no Youni" (Youth is Like Fireworks) is a melody that evokes the brilliance of youth, and livens up the beginning of the story.

Recommendation

"Attack on Titan Junior High School" is recommended not only for fans of the original "Attack on Titan" but also for viewers who want to enjoy a youth comedy. Through the characters' growth and laughter, you can feel the brilliance and sadness of youth. In addition, the scene where the Titans appear wearing junior high school uniforms is memorable as a humorous scene.

The animation and music are also important elements in enhancing the atmosphere of the work. Production IG's careful drawing and the singing voices of Yuiko Ohara and Cyclamen lift the spirits of the viewers. In particular, the opening theme "Seishun wa Hanabi no Youni" (Youth is Like Fireworks) is a melody that evokes the brilliance of youth, and livens up the beginning of the story.

"Attack on Titan Junior High School" is highly recommended for viewers who want to enjoy a story that combines youth and laughter. Fans of the original work will be able to rediscover the charm of the characters from a new perspective. Also, viewers who want to enjoy a youth comedy will be able to feel the brilliance and sadness of youth through the characters' growth and laughter.