"Neko Neko Japanese History Series 3" Review: What is the appeal of the history woven by cats?

"Neko Neko Nihonshi Season 3" - The charm of the anime that intertwines history and the charm of cats

"Neko Neko Nihonshi Season 3" is a TV anime series that aired on NHK Educational TV from April 4, 2018 to February 27, 2019. The series is based on the manga of the same name by Kenji Sonishi, and offers viewers a new perspective on history by humorously depicting it from the perspective of cats. Animation was produced by Joker Films and directed by Tomohiro Kawamura. It has a total of 32 episodes, each of which is short, lasting just 10 minutes, and features a unique format in which cats explain important events and people in history.

Story and Content

Neko Neko Nihonshi Series 3 continues the tradition of cats explaining important historical events and people, but adds new episodes. Each episode is a standalone story, so viewers can watch the episodes that interest them without being tied to a particular order. A wide range of topics are covered, including famous battles from the Sengoku period, culture from the Edo period, and the changes of the Meiji Restoration.

The appeal of this series is that it introduces detailed episodes and behind-the-scenes stories that you won't find in history textbooks, along with humorous commentary from the cats. For example, it is full of perspectives you won't find in history textbooks, such as the story of Oda Nobunaga's "Honnoji Incident" from a cat's point of view, and the story of Tokugawa Ieyasu establishing the Edo Shogunate with the help of a cat. In addition, at the end of each episode, commentary by a history expert is inserted, helping viewers to gain a deeper understanding of history.

Characters and voice actors

In "Neko Neko Nihonshi Season 3," cats play important historical figures, providing viewers with a new perspective. For example, the cat who plays Oda Nobunaga is voiced by Yamadera Kouichi, who captivates viewers with his powerful acting. The cat who plays Tokugawa Ieyasu is voiced by Ishizuka Unsho, whose calm voice conveys the weight of history. Other impressive voice actors include Onosaka Masaya, who plays the cat who plays Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Chiba Shigeru, who plays the cat who plays Ashikaga Yoshimitsu.

These characters offer viewers a new perspective by depicting important historical figures from a cat's point of view. In addition, each character's personality and background are carefully drawn, allowing viewers to learn about history from the cats' perspective. For example, the cat playing Oda Nobunaga is portrayed as an ambitious character with a humorous side, which makes viewers laugh. In addition, the cat playing Tokugawa Ieyasu is portrayed as a calm and collected character with a cute, feline-like quality, drawing viewers in with his charm.

Animation and Music

The animation of "Neko Neko Nihonshi Season 3" is a work that highlights Joker Films' high technical capabilities. The cats' movements and expressions are drawn very realistically, and viewers are captivated by their cuteness. In addition, scenes depicting important historical events and people use realistic backgrounds and sound effects, drawing viewers into the realism.

Music is also an important element that enhances the appeal of this series. The opening theme, "Neko Neko Nihonshi Theme," was composed by Tanaka Kohei, and its light-hearted melody will make the viewers' hearts dance. The ending theme, "Neko Neko Nihonshi Ending," was composed by Yamashita Kosuke, and its gentle melody will soothe the viewers' hearts. These pieces of music, along with the humorous commentary by the cats, provide the viewers with a new perspective.

Recognition and Awards

"Neko Neko Nihonshi Season 3" has been highly praised by viewers, and is especially popular with children. The reason for this is that it introduces detailed episodes and behind-the-scenes stories that you won't learn in history textbooks, along with humorous commentary from the cats. In addition, at the end of each episode, commentary by a history expert is inserted, helping viewers to gain a deeper understanding of history. These elements are the reasons why it has been highly praised by viewers.

The series also won the "Best Educational Animation Award" at the 2019 "Japan Animation Association Awards." This award is given to animated works that have educational value, and "Neko Neko Nihonshi Season 3" was recognized for meeting these criteria. It also won the "Best Animation Award" at the 2019 "NHK Broadcasting Culture Awards," in recognition of its high quality. These awards are the reasons why "Neko Neko Nihonshi Season 3" is highly rated by viewers.

Recommendations and how to watch

"Neko Neko Nihonshi Series 3" is recommended not only for people who are interested in history, but also for people who love cats. It is especially suitable as a tool to teach children the joys of history. Also, by learning history with humorous commentary by cats, viewers can gain a new perspective.

After being broadcast on NHK Educational TV, the series can be viewed on NHK On Demand and Amazon Prime Video. DVDs and Blu-rays are also available, allowing viewers to watch at their own convenience. In addition, the official website provides information to help viewers better understand the series, such as plot summaries and character introductions for each episode, and commentary by historical experts.

summary

"Neko Neko Nihonshi Season 3" is an animated series where the charms of history and cats intersect. It features a unique format in which cats explain important historical events and people, allowing viewers to gain a new perspective along with their humorous commentary. In addition, at the end of each episode, commentary by a history expert is inserted, helping viewers to gain a deeper understanding of history. These elements are the reasons why "Neko Neko Nihonshi Season 3" has been highly praised by viewers.

This series is recommended not only for people who are interested in history, but also for cat lovers. It is especially great as a tool to teach children the joys of history. Also, learning history along with the humorous commentary of cats gives viewers a new perspective. Please watch this series and experience the charm of history and cats.