The appeal and reputation of "Takunomi.": A story of alcohol and friendship

"Takunomi" - The appeal and reviews of this tipsy home drinking comedy

■Overview of the work

"Takunomi" is a TV anime series based on the manga of the same name by Hino Haruto, and was broadcast on TBS and BS-TBS from January 12 to March 30, 2018. It consists of 12 episodes, each 30 minutes long, and is a tipsy "drinking at home" comedy set in the women-only share house "Stella House Haruno," depicting the daily lives of women of all ages and occupations enjoying alcohol and food.

■ Story

The story begins when 20-year-old Amatsuki Michiru, who moved to Tokyo from Okayama and longs for a job in the city, moves into Stella House Haruno, a women-only share house. Michiru lives in Room 101 and meets the other residents of the share house. Together with Midorikawa Kae (Room 204), Kiriyama Nao (Room 201), Kiriyama Makoto (Room 203), and Michiru's senior at work, Hanamori, she spends her days enjoying drinks and food, despite her work-related and personal worries. The comedy that unfolds as the girls have fun and get tipsy brings smiles and healing to viewers.

■ Characters

Michiru Amatsuki (voiced by Ayaka Imamura)
A 20-year-old girl who moved to Tokyo from Okayama. She lives in room 101 of Stella House Haruno. She changed jobs and is now in charge of sales at a venture company. Although she still has a lot to learn about alcohol, she can drink surprisingly well and enjoys spending time with her friends in the share house.

Kaede Midorikawa (voiced by Mikako Komatsu)
She lives in room 204 of Stella House Haruno. She works as a wedding planner. She is caring and a good cook, and she cooks when the residents of the share house have drinks at home. Her favorite drink is wine, but she doesn't have good luck with men.

Nao Kiriyama (voiced by Chika Anzai)
She lives in room 201 of Stella House Haruno. She works as an apparel store clerk. Although there are many mysterious aspects about her, she has a bright personality and is the mood maker of the share house. She loves alcohol and drinks anything with ease, but she especially loves beer.

Makoto Kiriyama (voiced by Maaya Uchida)
She lives in room 203 in Haruno, Stella House. She is Nao's younger sister and a third-year university student looking for a job. Unlike her sister, she is calm and reliable, and is so beautiful that she is often scouted on the street. She loves to eat, and her favorite drink is a sweet cocktail.

Hanamori (voiced by Kiyono Yasuno)
Michiru's senior at work. A cute and stylish office lady. Her presence adds color to the fun times at the share house.

■ Production staff

The director was Tomoki Kobayashi, the series composition and scriptwriting was by Katsuhiko Takayama, and the character design was by Shinpei Kobayashi. Animation was done by Production Iams, and the music was by Masato Suzuki. Art was by Imaginet, color design by Aiko Matsuyama, director of photography was Kosuke Tanaka, editing was by Masaki Utsunomiya, and sound direction was by Takatoshi Hamano.

■Episodes and subtitles

The subtitles for each episode are named after alcoholic beverages, and the alcohol that appears in each episode is key to the story. Below are the subtitles for each episode.

• Episode 1: Yebisu Beer
• Episode 2: Shochu Highball
• Episode 3: Wednesday Cat
• Episode 4: Freezing
• Episode 5: Kitty
• Episode 6: Dassai
• Episode 7: Kahlua
• Episode 8: Square bottle
• Episode 9: Otokoume Sour
• Episode 10: Orion Beer
• Episode 11: Daishichi
• Episode 12: Asahi Super Dry

■ Theme songs and music

The opening theme is "aventure bleu" sung by Maaya Uchida, and the ending theme is "Stoic Detox" sung by Masinomi. These songs are also important elements that liven up the atmosphere of the work.

■ Appeal and evaluation of the work

"Takunomi" was loved by many viewers as a tipsy comedy that depicts the small joys of everyday life. Below, we will explain its appeal and reviews in detail.

1. Real share house life

The biggest appeal of "Takunomi" is that it depicts a realistic shared house life. The shared house setting reflects modern urban life, and the story unfolds in a way that is easy to relate to as women with work and personal worries gather together. Scenes of the shared house residents interacting over drinks leave viewers with a warm and fuzzy feeling.

2. Diverse characters

Each character has a unique personality, with a different job, hobbies, and character, so viewers can find a character that is similar to them. The story is enriched by Amatsuki Michiru's innocence, Midorikawa Kaede's motherly nature, Kiriyama Nao's cheerfulness, Kiriyama Makoto's dependability, and Hanamori's cuteness. The voice actors' performances also bring out the charm of the characters.

3. Description of alcohol and food

The names of alcoholic drinks used in the subtitles of each episode are deeply connected to the progression of the story. The drinking scenes are realistic, making the viewer feel as if they are there. The food is also carefully depicted, and the meals made by the residents of the share house look visually delicious. These elements whet the viewer's appetite and create an enjoyable time.

4. The appeal of tipsy comedy

"Takunomi" is a tipsy comedy that provides laughter and healing. The comedy unfolds in a relaxed atmosphere created by drinking alcohol, bringing smiles to viewers' faces. There are also many heartwarming scenes in which the residents of the share house support each other, providing healing to viewers.

5. The effect of music

The opening theme "aventure bleu" and the ending theme "Stoic Detox" are important elements that enhance the atmosphere of the work. Maaya Uchida's singing voice and Mashinomi's singing voice provide a comfortable time for the viewers. In addition, the background music is also selected according to the progression of the story, enhancing the emotions of the viewers.

■ Evaluation of the work

"Takunomi" was highly praised as a tipsy comedy. Viewers commented that "the atmosphere of the shared house is realistic and relatable," "the characters are charming and fun to watch," and "the depictions of the alcohol and food look delicious and make you hungry." The voice actors' performances and music were also highly praised, and the quality of the work as a whole was praised.

■ Recommendation points

"Takunomi" is a comedy that depicts the small joys of everyday life, and is recommended to many viewers. Below are some recommended points.

1. People who are interested in share house life

The setting of a shared house reflects modern urban life and is appealing to people who are interested in shared house life. Scenes of the residents interacting over drinks give viewers a warm and fuzzy feeling.

2. People who like tipsy comedies

"Takunomi" is a tipsy comedy that provides laughter and healing. The comedy unfolds in a relaxed atmosphere created by drinking alcohol, bringing smiles to viewers' faces. There are also many heartwarming scenes in which the residents of the share house support each other, providing healing to viewers.

3. People who like alcohol and food

The names of alcoholic drinks used in the subtitles of each episode are deeply connected to the progression of the story. The drinking scenes are realistic, making the viewer feel as if they are there. The food is also carefully depicted, and the meals made by the residents of the share house look visually delicious. These elements whet the viewer's appetite and create an enjoyable time.

4. People who are attracted to the charm of the characters

Each character has a unique personality, with a different job, hobbies, and character, so viewers can find a character that is similar to them. The story is enriched by Amatsuki Michiru's innocence, Midorikawa Kaede's motherly nature, Kiriyama Nao's cheerfulness, Kiriyama Makoto's dependability, and Hanamori's cuteness. The voice actors' performances also bring out the charm of the characters.

5. Music Fans

The opening theme "aventure bleu" and the ending theme "Stoic Detox" are important elements that enhance the atmosphere of the work. Maaya Uchida's singing voice and Mashinomi's singing voice provide a comfortable time for the viewers. In addition, the background music is also selected according to the progression of the story, enhancing the emotions of the viewers.

Conclusion

"Takunomi" was loved by many viewers as a tipsy comedy that depicts the small joys of everyday life. The realistic depiction of the shared house, the colorful characters, the delicious depiction of the alcohol and food, the appeal of tipsy comedy, and the effect of the music all enhance the quality of the work as a whole. This is a work that can be recommended to many viewers, including those who are interested in shared house life, those who like tipsy comedies, those who like alcohol and food, those who are attracted to the charm of the characters, and music fans. Please give it a watch.