The appeal and reviews of "Hakumei and Mikochi": A big adventure in a small world

"Hakumei and Mikochi": The Big Charm of a Small World

"Hakumei and Mikochi" is a TV anime series based on the manga by Kashiwagi Yuto, which aired from January 12 to March 30, 2018. It aired a total of 12 episodes every Friday from 9pm for 30 minutes on AT-X and TOKYO MX. The anime was produced by Lerche and directed by Ando Masaomi. It has been highly praised for maximizing the appeal of the original work and providing viewers with a new worldview.

story

"Hakumei and Mikochi" is set in a lush forest. It depicts the daily lives of two tiny girls, Hakumei and Mikochi, who are only 9 centimeters tall and live there. They build their homes in tree hollows, use leaves as umbrellas, and live on the backs of insects and birds. Why not take a peek at the calm, fun, and adorable lives that unfold in this tiny world?

cast

Hakumei is played by Risae Matsuda, Mikochi is played by Shino Shimoji, Konju is played by Aoi Yuki, and Sen is played by Chika Anzai. Each character's personality is expressed in a rich way, leaving a deep impression on the viewers.

Main Staff

The original work was written by Kashiwagi Yuto (KADOKAWA), directed by Ando Masaomi, series composition by Yoshida Reiko, character and prop design by Iwasa Tomoko. The chief animation directors are Iwasa Tomoko and Ito Mayuka, art director is Kuribayashi Daiki, art director is Sue Nobuto, art setting is Sue Nobuto and Tsunagashira Eiko, color design is Minami Yumi, director of photography is Nakagawa Sena, editor is Oikawa Yukie, sound director is Iida Satoki, music is by Evan Call, music producer is Yoshie Terunari, music production is by Lantis, animation producer is Higa Yuji, animation production is by Lerche, and production is by Hakumei and Mikochi Production Committee.

Main Characters

Hakumei is a lively girl with curly hair, active and outdoorsy. She works as a repairman and is skilled, but not good at swimming. Mikochi, on the other hand, is a girl with straight black hair, logical and indoorsy. She makes preserved foods and daily necessities and sells them to stores. Konju is a girl with wavy hair and twin tails, and currently works as a minstrel. She sings in stores and on the streets while playing the harp attached to her chest. Sen is a researcher girl with cat eyes and a ponytail who lives in the swamp east of Makinata. She is researching "life" and lives inside "George", a bone turtle that is the result of her research, but her only flaw is that she is too obsessed with "bones".

subtitle

The subtitles for each episode are as follows:

• Episode 1: Yesterday's Scarlet and the Boat Song Market
• Episode 2: Two divas, a glass lamp, and a cup of coffee
• Episode 3: Starry sky, Ponkan oranges, and a work day
• Episode 4: Work Day 2 and Owl and the Old Tale
• Episode 5: The Union Site and Oiwa and Kaishi
• Episode 6: The Egg Hairdresser and His Day Off
• Episode 7: Tree ladders, city life, and smiling photos
• Episode 8: A Long Day
• Episode 9: The rhythm of the bottom of the water and elaborate dyeing
• Episode 10: Bamboo Bath, Radish and Pipe
• Episode 11: The Night Train, Rain and Tenkara
• Episode 12: Memories of Red Hair

Theme songs and music

The opening theme is "urar", sung, written, composed and arranged by Chima, and arranged by Hiroshi Takano. The ending theme is "Harvest Moon Night", sung by Mikochi (voiced by Shimoji Shino) and Konju (voiced by Yuki Aoi), with lyrics, composition and arrangement by Mito. These songs further enrich the worldview of the anime.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Hakumei and Mikochi" has captivated many viewers with its unique worldview and detailed depictions. The daily life that unfolds in the tiny world of characters just 9 centimeters tall leaves viewers surprised and impressed. In particular, the attention to detail, such as the way they live in harmony with nature and the handmade tools and food, is impressive. The personalities and relationships of the characters are also appealing, evoking deep empathy in the viewers.

The animation by Lerche has also been highly praised for its technical prowess. The beautiful background and character designs, as well as the detailed movements, make this a visually stunning piece. Furthermore, Evan Call's music also adds to the atmosphere and captures the viewer's heart.

Recommended points

"Hakumei and Mikochi" is recommended for people who like slice-of-life anime and those who are interested in nature and handmade things. It is also a work that can be enjoyed by people who are attracted to the unique world view and charm of the characters. In particular, the following points are recommended points.

• A unique worldview: The everyday life that unfolds in a tiny world just 9 centimeters tall will give viewers fresh surprises and excitement.
• Detailed depiction: The attention to detail is impressive, from the way people live in harmony with nature to the handmade tools and food.
• Appealing characters: The personalities and relationships of the characters, including Hakumei and Mikochi, are appealing and evoke deep empathy from viewers.
• Beautiful Animation: Lerche's technical expertise allows for beautiful background and character designs, as well as intricate movement, making this a visual treat.
• Musical appeal: Evan Call's music sets the mood and captures the viewer's heart.

Related information

The original manga of "Hakumei and Mikochi" is written by Kashiwagi Yuto and published by KADOKAWA. The series began serialization in 2011, prior to the anime adaptation, and is still ongoing. The original manga has also received high praise overseas, and an English version has also been published.

Furthermore, after the anime ended its broadcast, the Blu-ray and DVD were released and received great support from fans. Many related goods are also on sale, and various products such as character goods and soundtracks are gaining popularity.

summary

"Hakumei and Mikochi" has captivated many viewers with its unique worldview, detailed depictions, and the charm of its characters. I would especially recommend this work to those who like slice-of-life anime and those who are interested in nature and handmade things. Don't miss Lerche's beautiful animation and Evan Call's music. Be sure to experience the great charm of this small world.