The appeal and reviews of "DAYS": A thorough analysis of the moving youth soccer story

"DAYS": A hot drama about youth and soccer

"DAYS" is a TV anime series based on the popular manga of the same name by Takeshi Yasuda. A total of 24 episodes were broadcast on MBS and TOKYO MX from July 3 to December 18, 2016. Directed by Konosuke Uda and produced by MAPPA, it depicts a passionate drama of youth and soccer.

story

The protagonist of "DAYS" is Kazama Jin, a new member of the Tsukuba Academy soccer team. Although he has excellent athletic ability, he has no experience in team sports and tends to rely on his individual skills, which makes him keenly aware of the difficulty of fighting together with his teammates. However, his encounter with Tsukino Tsubasa, another new member of the team, greatly supports his growth. With Tsukino's dedicated support and deepening his bonds with his teammates, Kazama gradually grows as a member of the team.

The story depicts the various trials and growth that occur as Tsukuba Gakuen strives to reach the national tournament. The backgrounds and struggles of each character are carefully depicted, and the story unfolds in a way that makes it easy for viewers to empathize with the characters as they grow.

character

Jin Kazama: The protagonist. He has excellent athletic ability, but has no experience in team sports and tends to rely on individual skills. Meeting Tsukino helps him grow.

Tsubasa Tsukino: Kazama's best friend and supporter. He has a devoted personality and supports Kazama's growth. He himself has a passion for soccer and contributes to the team's victory.

In addition, the members of the Tsukuba Academy soccer team are portrayed with unique personalities, and each character adds depth to the story. Director Uda Konosuke pays particular attention to the characters' expressions and movements, striving to create a production that allows viewers to easily empathize with them.

animation

MAPPA is in charge of the animation for "DAYS." MAPPA has worked on many popular works in recent years, and the quality of their work is well-known. In particular, in the soccer game scenes, the movements of the players and the trajectory of the ball are depicted so realistically that viewers can experience the immersive feeling of being in an actual game.

In addition, the characters' facial expressions and gestures are carefully crafted, visually conveying their emotional changes and growth. Due to the high quality of the animation, it was widely accepted not only by fans of the original work, but also by anime fans.

music

The music of "DAYS" including the opening theme "DAYS" and the ending theme "Haruka" as well as the background music enhance the atmosphere of the work. The opening theme is a powerful song that symbolizes the youth and passion of the main characters, and inspires the viewers. On the other hand, the ending theme is a gentle song that quietly depicts the inner thoughts and growth of the characters, leaving a lingering impression of the story.

The background music also skillfully expresses the tension of a soccer game and the emotions of the characters, and the music plays an important role in enhancing the story. This is a work in which the music director's sense of song selection and composition shines.

Evaluation and acceptance

"DAYS" has been highly praised by fans of the original work, but has also been widely accepted by anime fans. It has been particularly well received for its consistent theme of youth sports and its carefully drawn story of the characters' growth. It has also been praised for its realistic depiction of soccer matches and the high quality of its animation.

Viewers have commented, "I was moved by the friendship between Kazama and Tsukino," "The soccer game scene was realistic and worth watching," and "The characters' growth was carefully depicted, so it was easy to empathize with them." Fans of the original work have also commented, "The good points of the original work were reproduced in the anime," and "I was glad that the characters' expressions and movements were faithful to the original."

Recommended points

"DAYS" is a work that has a consistent theme of youth sports and a story that carefully depicts the growth of the characters. It is especially recommended for those who like soccer and those who like youth dramas. It is also recommended for those who want to enjoy high quality animation and visual beauty.

Furthermore, since it depicts universal themes such as friendship, hard work, and growth, it can be enjoyed by viewers of all ages. It is also recommended to watch it with your family and friends.

Related Titles

For those who want to enjoy youth sports stories like "DAYS," we also recommend the following works.

• "Haikyu!!": A youth sports anime themed around volleyball. The story is inspiring and depicts the bonds and growth of a team.
• "Free!": A youth sports anime themed around swimming. Its appeal lies in its story of friendship, effort, and growth, as well as its beautiful visuals.
• "Cross Game": A youth sports anime themed around baseball. Its appeal lies in its moving story of friendship, love, and growth.

summary

"DAYS" is a work that depicts the passionate drama of youth and soccer. The story of the protagonist Kazama Jin's growth and the bond with his teammates will move viewers. It has also been praised for its realistic depiction of soccer games and high quality animation. This is a work that should be watched by anyone who likes youth sports stories and soccer fans.

Through this work, viewers can feel universal themes such as friendship, effort, and growth, and it will have some impact on their own lives. "DAYS" is a wonderful anime series that gives courage and inspiration to the viewer.