The appeal and evaluation of "Sakura no Chikai ~Maroni☆E~ru East Asuka Shimotsuke City!~"

The appeal and evaluation of "Sakura no Chikai ~Maroni☆E~ru East Asuka Shimotsuke City!~"

"Sakura no Chikai ~Maroni☆Eru East Asuka Shimotsuke City Eru!~" is a TV anime series that was broadcast on Tochigi TV in 2018. Although it was only broadcast for a short period of one episode, its unique story and rich regional setting became a hot topic. In this article, we will introduce the appeal, evaluation, and recommended points of this work in detail.

The appeal of the story

The story is set in Shimotsuke City, Tochigi Prefecture. While holding an event in this area commonly known as "Asuka in the East," a man calling himself "Shimotsuke Komaro" appears in front of the three members of "Maroni☆Eru." Shimotsuke Komaro is a historical figure, a talented man from Shimotsuke City who played an active role in the central government, including being deeply involved in the compilation of the Taiho Code, at a time when it was unusual for people from the provinces to become government officials in the central government. He is searching for his fiancee, "Sakura," who he left behind in his hometown before heading to the central government, in order to fulfill a promise to her. In the process, he meets Urita Ruri, who looks just like Sakura, and they travel around the city.

This story is very fascinating in that it is a love story that transcends time and space. There is also a mystery element of whether Shimotsuke no Komaro is real and whether Sakura can be found, which draws viewers in. In addition, the setting, which is based on the history and culture of Shimotsuke City, gives a sense of local love, making it a special work for the local people.

Character Appeal

Each character in this work is unique and charming. The main character, Uriida Ruri, is at the center of the story because she resembles Sakura, and her actions and growth drive the story. Harusaki Nonoka and Tsutsumi Manami, members of Maroni☆Eru, support Ruri and cooperate with her search for Shimono Komaro. Shimono Hiro's performance as Shimono Komaro is also superb, effectively expressing the dignity of a historical figure and the desperation of a man searching for his lover.

The fact that the cast for Sakura has not been revealed is also an element that draws the interest of viewers. Her true identity and the outcome of her relationship with Shimono Komaro will be of interest until the very end of the story.

The production staff's commitment

The production staff of this work have put a lot of effort into bringing out the charm of the region to the fullest. The beautiful visuals by Sayaka Itsuki, who was in charge of the original illustrations, and the attention to detail of the opera house by character designers enhance the quality of the work. In addition, the direction of director Mitsutoshi Sato skillfully incorporates the scenery and history of Shimotsuke City, making it a visually enjoyable work.

Music also plays an important role, and the opening theme "Sakura no Tegami" and ending theme "Midori no Ribbon" are written by Hidehisa Harada and composed by Masanori Higuchi, and they add to the atmosphere of the story. In particular, the singing voice of Motoko Kobayashi, who sings the ending theme as Ruri Uri, will surely touch the hearts of viewers.

Rating and Recommended Points

Although "Sakura no Chikai ~Maroni☆Eru East Asuka Shimotsuke City Eru!~" was only broadcast for a short time, it is a work with its own unique charm as a love story of regional love and a love that transcends time and space. The story, which is set against the backdrop of Shimotsuke City's history and culture, will surely hold a special attachment for the local people. Also, do not miss the personalities and acting of the characters and the attention to detail of the production staff.

The recommended points include the following:

• You can feel the love for the community
• A fascinating love story that transcends time and space
• Great character and acting
• Beautiful visuals and music enhance the story

Although this work is a short one-episode story, it is packed with deep themes and fascinating characters. It is especially recommended for those who are interested in the history and culture of Shimotsuke City and those who like love stories that transcend time and space. Please watch it once and experience its charm.

Supplementary Information

This work is produced by Tochigi Television, with Production Iams in charge of animation. It will be broadcast on January 10, 2018, from 11:30 p.m. for 30 minutes. The copyright is ©Tochigi Television. All Rights Reserved.

For more information, please check out the official website and related information from the links below.

• Official website
• Production Iams

"Sakura no Chikai ~Maroni☆Eru East Asuka Shimotsuke City Eru!~" is a short but fascinating work. Please experience its world and enjoy the history of Shimotsuke City and a love story that transcends time and space.