The appeal and reviews of "Hakuoki Otogi Zoushi": A must-see anime for history fans

"Hakuoki Otogi Zoushi": The appeal of the short anime and its worldview

"Hakuoki Otogi Zoushi" is a short anime series that aired on TOKYO MX from April 5th to June 28th, 2016. It consists of 12 episodes, each lasting just five minutes, and condenses the world of the original game "Hakuoki." The original work was created by Idea Factory and Design Factory, and animation was produced by DLE. It is directed by Shinohara Parako.

Story and Characters

"Hakuoki Otogi Zoushi" is a collection of short stories featuring characters from the original game "Hakuoki." In the original game, the story is about the protagonist, Chizuru Yukimura, meeting the members of the Shinsengumi and fighting alongside them, but "Otogi Zoushi" focuses on the daily lives of the characters and the little events that happen to them.

The main characters are the Shinsengumi soldiers. All the main characters from the original game are there, including Hijikata Toshizo, Okita Souji, Saito Hajime, Kondo Isami, Harada Sanosuke, Nagakura Shinpachi, Todo Heisuke, and the main character Yukimura Chizuru. Each story depicts their personalities and relationships in a humorous way, allowing fans to see a new side of them.

Animation and performance

"Hakuoki Otogi Zoushi" needs to develop its story in a short time of 5 minutes, so it requires good tempo and compact storytelling. The animation produced by DLE is simple, but carefully depicts the expressions and movements of the characters, making it enjoyable even in a short time.

Director Parako Shinohara has succeeded in adding humor and light-heartedness that is unique to short animated films while respecting the worldview of the original work. In particular, the character exchanges and comical scenes are elements that can be enjoyed not only by fans of the original work but also by new viewers.

Music and voice acting

The music for "Hakuoki Otogi Soshi" retains the atmosphere of the original game, but also uses light-hearted background music to match the short anime. The opening theme "Otogi Soshi" brings back memories for fans of the original game, while also providing a new way to enjoy the game.

The voice actors are the same as in the original game, and fans of the original will be able to hear familiar voices, such as Toriumi Kosuke as Hijikata Toshizou, Kishio Daisuke as Okita Souji, and Morikawa Toshiyuki as Saito Hajime. Their performances convey the personalities of the characters well, even in a short time.

Message to your fans

For fans of the original game, "Hakuoki Otogi Zoushi" is a valuable work that allows them to see a new side of the characters. Even for viewers who are unfamiliar with the original work, it is a short and enjoyable piece of entertainment. This work, which depicts the daily lives and small incidents of the Shinsengumi soldiers, will help you gain a deeper understanding of the world of the original work.

Recommended points

The reasons we recommend "Hakuoki Otogi Zoushi" are as follows:

• A treat for fans of the original game : This is a must-see for fans of the original game, as it shows new sides to the characters.
• The appeal of short animated films : They are only 5 minutes long, so you can easily watch them even during your busy daily life.
• Comical story : The characters' daily lives and little happenings are depicted in a comical way, providing laughter and healing.
• Deepen the worldview of the original work : It helps you gain a deeper understanding of the worldview of the original game, so it is recommended even for viewers who are not familiar with the original work.

summary

"Hakuoki Otogi Zoushi" is a short anime series featuring characters from the original game "Hakuoki". In just five minutes, the characters' daily lives and minor events are depicted in a humorous way, making it enjoyable for fans of the original as well as new viewers. Highlights include the direction of director Parako Shinohara and the performances of the same voice actors as in the original. Be sure to enjoy a new side to the Shinsengumi soldiers through this work.