A thorough review of the movie "Yo-kai Watch"'s flying whale and double world adventure!

A thorough review of the movie "Yo-kai Watch"'s flying whale and double world adventure!

A comprehensive review and recommendation for the movie "Yokai Watch: The Flying Whale and the Double World's Great Adventure, Meow!"

overview

"Yo-kai Watch: The Flying Whale and the Double World's Great Adventure Meow!" is an animated film that was released on December 17, 2016. It is based on the popular game "Yo-kai Watch" by Level-5, directed by Ushiro Shinji, and produced by OLM. Distributed by Toho, each episode is a 90-minute story. While based on the worldview of the game, the film has attracted attention as a work that depicts new adventures and character growth.

story

The movie is set in Sakura New Town, where the main character Keita and his friends live. One day, Keita meets a mysterious flying whale and embarks on a journey to an unknown world on the whale. In this world, the "Yokai World" where monsters live and the "Human World" where humans live overlap, and the balance between the two worlds is threatening to collapse. Keita and his friends embark on an adventure to save the two worlds.

character

The main character, Keita, is a curious and courageous boy. He uses the Yokai Watch to communicate with the Yokai and deepen his friendship with them. Keita's friends, Fumi-chan and Kanji, also play important roles, and the trio advance on their adventure together. In addition, a flying whale named "Kujira-kun" appears as an original character in the film, adding a new charm to the story.

Animation and Music

The animation of this film is a work that highlights OLM's technical capabilities. With the unique designs of the monsters and the beautiful scenery of the two worlds, it is full of visual enjoyment. The music is also an important element in livening up the atmosphere of the film, with songs and background music used skillfully in line with the development of the story. The theme song in particular captures the hearts of the audience with its powerful melody that symbolizes the theme of the film.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Yo-kai Watch: The Flying Whale and the Double World's Great Adventure Meow!" is a work that can be enjoyed not only by fans of the original game, but also by those who are experiencing the world of Yo-kai Watch for the first time. The story is simple yet full of moving developments, making it appealing to a wide range of people from children to adults. In addition, the portrayal of character growth and friendship is also excellent, leaving many moving impressions on the audience.

The recommended points are as follows:

  • It faithfully reproduces the worldview of the original game while depicting new adventures and character growth.
  • Beautiful animation and music add excitement to the story
  • A story and characters that can be enjoyed by both children and adults

Related information

A variety of related products and events were held in conjunction with the release of the film. For example, character goods and soundtrack CDs from the film, as well as additional content for games that recreate the world of the film, were released and became a hot topic among fans. In addition, many fans attended the film's release commemorative events, which featured talk shows with voice actors and staff, as well as screenings.

summary

"Yo-kai Watch: The Flying Whale and the Double World's Great Adventure Meow!" is a film that can be enjoyed not only by fans of the original game, but also by those who are experiencing the world of Yo-kai Watch for the first time. The beautiful animation, moving story, and adventures woven by the charming characters will give the audience a lot of excitement and joy. Please experience this wonderful movie at the theater.

Additional Information

Even after the release of the movie, the Yo-kai Watch series continues to develop in various media. You can enjoy the world of Yo-kai Watch in a wide range of media, including TV anime, new games, comics, and novels. In addition, following the success of the movie, there is information that a sequel is being considered, and expectations are high for future developments.

Recommended Works

If you enjoyed "Yokai Watch: The Flying Whale and the Double World's Great Adventure, Meow!", we also recommend the following works:

  • "Yokai Watch Shadowside" - A new development in the Yokai Watch series, with a dark atmosphere and new characters
  • "Yokai Watch the Movie: The Secret of Birth, Meow!" - An early film in the series, a moving story about the birth of Yokai Watch
  • "Yokai Watch: Eternal Friendship" - A moving story about friendship and beautiful animation

Conclusion

"Yo-kai Watch: The Flying Whale and the Double World's Great Adventure Meow!" is a wonderful movie that brings out the best of the Yo-kai Watch series. It is a film that can be enjoyed not only by fans of the original game, but also by those who are experiencing the world of Yo-kai Watch for the first time, so it is a film that we hope many people will see. The beautiful animation, moving story, and adventures woven by the charming characters will surely bring much excitement and joy to the audience.

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