The appeal and evaluation of "I wish I could eat you!" - A must-see anime review

"I wish I could eat it!" - A unique anime that personifies the charm of Fukushima

"I wish I could eat it!" is an anime set in Farm Academy, a school where characters that are personifications of agricultural, forestry, and fishery products from Fukushima Prefecture attend. It was distributed on YouTube from March 19, 2018 to March 22, 2019, and although it is a short but impactful work with only 8 episodes, it is written and directed by Yoshinobu Asao, animated by Gaina and Fukushima Gaina, and produced by Fukushima Prefecture.

Overview

This anime anthropomorphizes agricultural, forestry and fishery products produced in Fukushima Prefecture and depicts the daily life of each character at "Farm Academy," where they attend to hone their own appeal in preparation for shipment. It is drawn with a slightly surreal touch, providing viewers with laughter and healing. Each episode is short, about 5 minutes, so it can be enjoyed casually.

Character Introduction

There are many unique characters in "I wish I could eat it!". The main characters are introduced below.

Aiko (cherry tomato)

Voice actor: Saki Fujita She has a refreshing personality, is very energetic and never catches a cold. She loves sunbathing, but she actually has a complex about being red.

Aizu Jidori/Kawamata Shamo (local chicken)

Voice actor: Anju Inami A good-natured guy who gets angry easily but forgets about it after walking three steps. He grew up in a relaxed atmosphere in the school plaza, and is the school's straight man who becomes more interesting the more you spend time with him.

Akatsuki (Peach)

Voice actor: Uchida Aya A bright, cheerful and natural character. She used to have a complex about being small, but after learning that she has grown big thanks to the efforts of her teacher, Fam, she is proud of it.

Dried persimmon (persimmon)

Voice actor: Junko Takeuchi She has a kind and gentle personality, and is the soothing character of the class. She has amazing skin that has been likened to angel cheeks.

Heavenly Grain (Rice)

Voice actor: Nana Mizuki A strong-willed and tenacious leader of the class. She often plays the straight man role because she speaks clearly, but she is kind at heart. Her favorite food is delicious water.

Nameko N1 (mushroom)

Voice actor: Sumire Uesaka A bit of a shy girl with a mischievous personality. She is naturally very curious and is a very good student in her class. She has many siblings. Her favorite thing to do is forest bathing.

Shinko (none)

Voice actor: Sato Satomi A generous and pure pear fairy. She worries about her bumpy skin, but recently she seems to have come to the realization that "I am me."

Harkithal (asparagus)

Voice actor: Sarah Emi Bridcutt A tireless and energetic girl. Although she sometimes makes unexpected remarks that upset those around her, she is actually very methodical and enjoys keeping things tidy.

Power Green (Cucumber)

Voice actor: Haruka Yoshimura She looks down on her friends from a cool perspective, but once she starts talking about Cucumber Biz, she becomes talkative like a completely different person. She's a fiery fairy with a hot heart!

Flounder (fish)

Voice actor: Sarah Bridcutt Because she doesn't speak Megumi's language, she is often thought of as a mysterious character, but in fact she is a shrewd girl who hides her claws. She sometimes flies.

Fukushima Beef Shige & Mitsuko (cows)

Voice actor: Houko Kuwashima
The two of them are known together as "Takayuri" and are proud of having won numerous competitions. They support each other and continue to hone their flavor.

Fukuharuka/Fukuayaka (strawberry)

Voice actor: Yuka Iguchi They are the idol unit "Tokukoi Ichigo Milk" from Farm Academy. They are twin fairies who are always smiling. Fukuharuka is bright and refreshing, while Fukuayaka has a kind personality.

Rinka (Rindo)

Voice actor: Saori Goto She has a gentle personality and always does things at her own pace. Despite her cute appearance, she can sometimes turn into a sharp-tongued character. She is actually one of six siblings and can be found near water.

Staff Introduction

The original story, script and direction of this work was done by Yoshinobu Asao. Character design, animation direction and storyboard were done by Ryozo Ominato, editing and photography were done by Takao Sato, and sound direction was done by Yukio Nagasaki. Sound production was done by JTB Entertainment, animation was done by Gaina and Fukushima Gaina, and production was done by Fukushima Prefecture.

Theme songs and music

The opening theme "TM1" and the ending theme "Tabechattatte Ii no ni na!" are sung by Suu (SILENT SIREN). The lyrics were written by Yoshinobu Asao, and the music and arrangement were done by Kenichi Yanai and Yusuke Nakamura.

Appeal and evaluation of the work

"I wish I could eat it!" is a humorous work depicting the daily lives of characters that are personifications of agricultural, forestry and fishery products from Fukushima Prefecture. Each character has their own personality, but their efforts to prepare for shipment are endearing and provide healing to viewers. The show also aims to convey the appeal of Fukushima Prefecture, and is highly regarded as part of regional development.

The animation was created by Gaina and Fukushima Gaina, and is characterized by its simple yet appealing designs and movements. The voice actors are also impressive, and each character's personality is well expressed. The cast is particularly impressive, with Nana Mizuki playing Ama no Tsubuya and Sumire Uesaka playing Nameko N1.

Each episode has an independent story, so you can enjoy it casually. It's also short, with only eight episodes, so it's easy for busy modern people to watch. The surreal gags and character interactions will make you laugh, and you can spend some relaxing time.

Related Titles

There are also spin-off works of "I wish I could eat it!". By enjoying these works together, you can get to know the world of the characters even more deeply.

Recommendations and how to watch

"I wish I could eat it!" is a recommended work for those who want to know the charm of Fukushima Prefecture and those who are looking for healing and laughter. It can be watched for free on YouTube, so you can enjoy it easily. It is especially perfect for when you want to take a break from your busy daily life or when you are looking for healing.

If you have become interested in Fukushima Prefecture's agricultural, forestry and fishery products through this work, it might be a good idea to try some of the prefecture's specialty products for yourself. Be sure to try them out and see what kind of flavors the anthropomorphized characters in the anime have.

Conclusion

"I wish I could eat it!" is a unique anime set in Farm Academy, where characters that are personifications of agricultural, forestry, and fishery products from Fukushima Prefecture attend. The short but impactful episodes and the daily lives of the unique characters provide viewers with laughter and healing. This is a work that we highly recommend to those who want to know the charm of Fukushima Prefecture and those who are looking for healing and laughter. It can be viewed for free on YouTube, so you can enjoy it easily. We hope you will enjoy the charm of Fukushima Prefecture and the world of the characters through this work.