The appeal and evaluation of Kuma Miko OVA: A special episode that fans must see

Kuma Miko OVA - Kuma Miko OVA

"Kuma Miko OVA" is an anime based on the popular manga "Kuma Miko" by Yoshimoto Masume. This OVA was released by KADOKAWA Media Factory on June 24, 2016. It is a short but dense two-episode series of 30 minutes each, making it a long-awaited new episode for fans.

Background of the original work and anime adaptation

"Kuma Miko" is a manga series written by Yoshimoto Masume and serialized in "Monthly Comic Flapper" (KADOKAWA) since 2013. It is a heartwarming story about the interaction between the main character, a young girl named Makoto, and Natsumi, a bear's daughter, whom she meets in the village deep in the mountains where she lives. It was made into a TV anime in 2016, and new episodes were later produced as OVAs.

The OVA was produced by Kinema Citrus and EMT Squared and directed by Matsuda Kiyoshi. It has been praised for its attempt to develop the story from a new perspective while maximizing the appeal of the original work.

story

The "Kuma Miko OVA" was produced to complement the episodes of the TV series. The two episodes depict the daily lives of Makoto and Natumi, while introducing new characters and showing their growth.

The first episode shows Makoto and Nachumi participating in the village festival. Through the festival, their friendship and the bonds with the villagers deepen. In the second episode, new characters appear and a new development occurs in the relationship between Makoto and Nachumi. This episode depicts their growth and new challenges, leaving viewers in awe.

character

The "Kuma Miko OVA" features characters familiar from the original manga and TV series. The main characters are introduced below.

Makoto

The main character is a young girl who becomes friends with a bear's daughter, Natumi. She is kind-hearted and loved by the people of the village. The OVA depicts her growth and new challenges.

Natumi

She is the daughter of a bear and becomes friends with Makoto. She is curious and interested in human society. In the OVA, an episode is depicted in which she deepens her understanding of human society.

New Characters

A new character will appear in the OVA. This character will bring new developments to the relationship between Makoto and Natumi. You'll have to watch the show to find out more, but he will play an important role in supporting their growth.

Production and staff

The production of "Kuma Miko OVA" was handled by Kinema Citrus and EMT Squared. Kinema Citrus is an animation production company known for beautiful images and detailed drawings, and demonstrated its technical capabilities in "Kuma Miko". EMT Squared is a company with strengths in character design and animation production, and contributed greatly to the production of the OVA.

Director Kiyoshi Matsuda paid particular attention to detail in his direction to bring out the best in the original work. The character designs and background art are faithful to the atmosphere of the original work, but are depicted from a new perspective.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Kuma Miko OVA" has been highly praised by fans of the original work and viewers of the TV series. In particular, the episodes depicting the friendship and growth of Makoto and Natsumi have warmed the hearts of viewers. In addition, the appearance of new characters and new developments give viewers fresh surprises and excitement.

The OVA production staff's dedication and technical skill have also been praised. The beautiful images, meticulous drawings, character designs that faithfully reproduce the atmosphere of the original work, and background art deeply move viewers. Director Kiyoshi Matsuda's direction has also been praised for drawing out the charm of the original work to the fullest and developing the story from a new perspective.

Recommendations and how to watch

"Kuma Miko OVA" is recommended not only for fans of the original work and the TV series, but also for anyone looking for a heartwarming story. In particular, the episodes depicting friendship and growth will warm the hearts of viewers. In addition, the appearance of new characters and new developments will give viewers fresh surprises and excitement.

The OVA is available on DVD and Blu-ray from KADOKAWA Media Factory. It is also available on online streaming services. Be sure to check out the Kuma Miko OVA along with the original manga and TV series.

Related information

Related information for "Kuma Miko OVA" is summarized below.

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

Jun 24, 2016

■Release and sales

KADOKAWA Media Factory

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 2

■Original Story

Yoshimoto Masume

■ Director

Matsuda Kiyoshi

■ Production

Animation production: Kinema Citrus, EMT Squared

■Works

©2016 Masume Yoshimoto, published by KADOKAWA/"Kuma Miko" Production Committee

"Kuma Miko OVA" has been praised for its attempt to develop the story from a new perspective while retaining the charm of the original work and the TV series. Please watch it and experience the excitement.