The appeal and reviews of "Girlish Number": An anime that depicts the reality of the voice acting industry

Girlish Number: A realistic anime that depicts the behind-the-scenes of the voice acting industry

The TV anime series "Girlish Number," which aired from October to December 2016, garnered attention for its realistic portrayal of the voice acting industry. The anime is based on the characters of the original work and was produced by Project GN. It was directed by Ibata Shota, animated by Diomedea, and aired on TBS and BS-TBS. It consists of 12 episodes, each 30 minutes long, and conveys to viewers the harshness and charm of the voice acting industry.

Story Summary

"Girlish Number" follows the story of the main character, Miyako Tachibana (voiced by Maaya Uchida), who debuts as a new voice actress and faces various challenges as she grows. While Miyako struggles to achieve her dreams, she also witnesses the harshness and hidden side of the industry and overcomes these challenges with her friends. Along with her growth, the other characters are also depicted in a realistic way as they walk the path of a voice actress, each with their own worries and dreams.

Character Introduction

Miyako Tachibana (voiced by Maaya Uchida)
The main character is a rookie voice actress. The story depicts her struggle to make her dream come true. As she grows, her voice actress skills and relationships also improve.

Chisato Misono (CV: Yuka Iguchi)
Miyako's senior voice actress. Her experience and knowledge are a great support to Miyako. Chisato's character is impressive in that while she knows the harshness of the industry, she warmly watches over her juniors.

Momoko Sakurai (CV: Aya Suzaki)
A voice actress who is in the same class as Miyako. Her cheerfulness and positive attitude are a great encouragement to Miyako. Momoko's character is portrayed realistically as she pursues her dream as a voice actress.

A realistic portrayal of the voice acting industry

"Girlish Number" conveys the harshness and charm of the voice acting industry to viewers by depicting its real state. The journey of a voice actor is depicted realistically, including the harshness of auditions, the busyness of work, and the difficulties of human relationships. It also depicts the behind-the-scenes aspects of the industry, providing viewers with a new perspective.

In particular, the scene where Miyako tries out for an audition and fails, and the scene where she becomes ill due to her busy work schedule, realistically depict the reality of being a voice actor. In addition, through her relationships with Chisato and Momoko, the story also depicts her growth as a voice actor and the importance of her peers.

Animation and Music

The animation of "Girlish Number" is produced by Diomedea with high technical skill. The characters' expressions and movements are drawn realistically, making it easy for viewers to empathize with the characters. Music is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work, and the opening theme "I Can't Be a Dreaming Girl" (sung by Tachibana Miyako (Uchida Maaya)) and the ending theme "If You Are There" (sung by Sakurai Momoko (Suzaki Aya)) have captured the hearts of viewers.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Girlish Number" has been highly praised for its realistic portrayal of the voice acting industry. It is a must-watch, especially for those who aspire to be voice actors or are interested in the industry. It is also a work that will move viewers through Miyako's growth and her relationships with her peers.

The recommended points are as follows:

• A realistic portrayal of the voice acting industry
• The protagonist's growth and the depth of human relationships
• High quality animation and music
• A story that inspires your audience

"Girlish Number" was loved by many viewers as a realistic anime that depicts the behind-the-scenes of the voice acting industry. As Miyako grows, her pursuit of her dream as a voice actress is depicted realistically, making it a moving work for viewers. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in the voice acting industry or looking for a touching story.

Related information

"Girlish Number" can be viewed on the following media:

• TBS
• BS-TBS
• Various video distribution services

In addition, the following related products are also available for sale:

• Blu-ray & DVD
• Character Song CD
• Official Guidebook

"Girlish Number" was loved by many viewers as a work that depicts the real world of the voice acting industry. As Miyako grows, her pursuit of her dream as a voice actress is depicted realistically, making it a work that touches the hearts of viewers. I highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in the voice acting industry or who is looking for a touching story.