The appeal and reviews of "Kuroneko Monrowo": A must-see for anime fans

Black cat Monrowo - Black cat Monrowo -

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

comics

■ Broadcast period

April 17, 2018 - September 25, 2018
2:46～

■Broadcasting station

Chukyo Television

■Frequencies

5 mins

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 23

■Original Story

Yoshiyasu

■ Director

Hiroshi Namiki

■ Production

・Animation Production: Kachidoki Studio

■Works

©YOSHIYASU

■ Story

Monroe the black cat is a very ordinary black cat (male) that I met in the "foster parents wanted" section of a cat magazine. He was very friendly from the first time we met, a little childish-faced, and surprisingly old-man-like in the sun, with a slightly flabby belly. He's a good-natured guy, and when you call him he'll come running over to you, and when you call him from hiding he'll come looking for you. He's a participatory type who sticks his nose into everything, and he's honest and straightforward. Although he always has a serious face, when he's flustered it's easy to tell on his face. He can be clumsy sometimes, and will pretend to find something to cover it up.

■Explanation

A comic essay about the "ordinary yet special days" of the black cat Monrowo and the human Yoppi.
TV anime adaptation!!

■Cast

・Monrowo/Emi Nitta・Yoppi/Reina Maeda・Choichoi Potton Fairy/Kappei Yamaguchi・Sabiko/Uki Sato・Uncle Bull/Shomaru Saza・Chikuwa/Nanaumi Matsumoto・Zunguri/Moe Amano

■ Main staff

・Original work: Yoshiyasu ・Planning: MMDGP
Producer: Masafumi Fukui Music: Junya Tanaka (Movic Promote Service)
・Sound recording: Satoshi Inagaki (Toyo Recording)
・Adjustment: Satoshi Inagaki (Toyo Recording)
・Sound Director: Yu Saito ・Production: CHANCE iN Inc.
・Animation Production: Kachidoki Studio
Animation director: Hiroshi Namiki Video editor: Tokio Shigeta Production cooperation: Mitsuko Sodeyama (Gentosha)
Produced by: Kuroneko Monrowo Production Committee

■ Main Characters

・Monroe is a male black cat who lives with Yoppi. He met Yoppi through an adoption column in a cat magazine. He showed off his friendliness by sitting on Yoppi's lap on their first meeting. His honesty, simplicity, and occasional clumsiness easily overturn Yoppi's concept of cats.

Yoppi is a human girl who lives with Monroe. She is an illustrator by profession. She is hesitant to start living with a cat for the first time in her life. From the very first day, her heart bells ring with Monroe's natural friendliness, and from then on, she learns every day about the charm of cats.

・The Spotted Fairy When your cat is staring in the wrong direction, reacting to a faint presence, or when something you're looking for turns up in an unexpected place, this fairy might be there. A mysterious, fantasy-like annoying guy.

- Sabiko: A maiden's troubles are being called "rag cat" and "unwashed blanket."

Uncle Bull is a gentle and knowledgeable person. He is very kind and is loved by cats. He is at the mercy of the cats' freedom and surrealism.

・It's soft and squishy.

・He is a chunky, easy-going guy who doesn't mind small things. He's not wary at all. He's easily attracted to people.

・Shichisan (eldest son), Zurao (second son), Kaburu (third son)
Three black and white brothers. The black spots on their heads miraculously turned into wig patterns. They are so distracted by the wigs that they have trouble remembering who is who. They always tend to forget about their younger brothers.

・Kijishiro-san, the wandering guitarist. The lyrics he sings seem to sing to the feline family and to ask questions to the human family.

・Mame-chan Yoppi's friend. Sometimes she calmly talks Yoppi down. She is actually highly educated.

Killdeath-kun is a punk from the neighborhood. He and Yoppi meet frequently and start talking to each other.

・Cat Lady's real name is Etchan. She is childhood friends with Tetchan. Her arguments with Tetchan are a local specialty. She gets her perm at the beauty salon.

・The man with the perm is actually Tetchan. He looks tough but is easily frightened. His hobby is DIY. His perm is natural.

The priest of the nearby church. Nicknamed Father Song. One of his daily routines is mediating fights between Tetchan and Etchan.

Haruka Iyamagawa is the original soothing beauty actress. She hosts an animal show. Her wild, rough puns make viewers stare in the living room. Her catchphrase is "Your Owais, Healing ♡"

■ Theme songs and music

・Theme song ・All For You ~Kiss Me Softly~
・Singer: Melody Chubak

Kuroneko Monrowo - Kuroneko Monrowo - Reviews and Recommendations

"Black Cat Monroe" is a TV anime series that aired in 2018, and is based on a manga by Yoshiyasu. The series is based on a comic essay that depicts the daily life of the black cat Monroe and his owner Yoppi, and is a must-see for cat lovers. It aired from April 17th to September 25th, 2018, with a total of 23 episodes, each five minutes long, but packed with content. It was broadcast by Chukyo TV, directed by Namiki Hiroshi, and animated by Kachidoki Studio.

Story and Characters

The story of "Black Cat Monroe" revolves around the daily life of Monroe, a black cat Yoppi met in the "foster parents wanted" section of a cat magazine, and his adoptive father. Monroe is friendly from the first meeting, has a slightly childish face, and when in the sun he turns into an old man, full of feline charm. Although he has an honest and straightforward personality, he also shows his human side when he is anxious. The story depicts Yoppi learning about the charm of cats and the joys of life through his life with Monroe.

Many other unique characters also appear in the show, including the Choi Choi Potton Fairy, Sabiko, and Uncle Bull. The Choi Choi Potton Fairy in particular is a fantasy creature that appears when a cat is looking in the wrong direction or when a lost item turns up in an unexpected place, adding humor and mystery to the show. Sabiko's worries about being a "dry cloth cat" and an "unwashed blanket" also depict a realistic side of cats, eliciting sympathy from viewers.

Production and staff

Many staff members are involved in the production of "Kuroneko Monrowo". The original work is by Yoshiyasu, the plan is by MMDGP, the producer is Fukui Masafumi, the music is by Tanaka Junya (Movic Promoting Services), the recording and adjustment is by Inagaki Satoshi (Toyo Recording), the sound director is Saito Yu, the production is CHANCE iN Co., Ltd., the animation is by Kachidoki Studio, the animation director is Namiki Hiroshi, the video editor is Shigeta Tokio, the production cooperation is Sodeyama Mitsuko (Gentosha), and the production is by the Kuroneko Monrowo Production Committee. These staff members work together to bring out the charm of the original work to the fullest.

cast

The cast of "Black Cat Monro-wo" is also attractive. Monro-wo is played by Nitta Emi, Yoppi is played by Maeda Reina, Choi Choi Potton Fairy is played by Yamaguchi Kappei, Sabiko is played by Sato Uki, Uncle Bull is played by Saza Shomaru, Chikuwa is played by Matsumoto Nanami, and Zunguri is played by Amano Moe. Nitta Emi's role as Monro-wo in particular captures the hearts of viewers with her exquisite portrayal of the cuteness and humanity of a cat. Maeda Reina's role as Yoppi is also relatable, as she realistically portrays the character growing up through living with a cat.

Theme songs and music

The theme song for "Black Cat Monroe" is "All For You ~Kiss Me Softly~", sung by Melody Chubak. The song features a gentle melody and lyrics that symbolize the relationship between Monroe and Yoppi, and enhances the atmosphere of the work. The background music is also by Junya Tanaka, and the warm music is perfect for depicting the daily life of a cat.

Evaluation

"Black Cat Monrowo" is a must-see for cat lovers. Monrowo's cuteness and humorous daily life provide viewers with healing and laughter. In addition, through Yoppi's growth and interactions with other characters, the show conveys the joy and importance of living with a cat. The short but dense five minutes will provide a moment of relief from your busy daily life.

The animation quality is also high, with the cats' movements and expressions depicted realistically. Monrowo's facial expressions in particular express the cat's emotions realistically, evoking empathy from the viewer. The backgrounds and colors are also warm, making the daily life of the cats feel even more realistic.

The acting of the cast is also excellent, especially Emi Nitta's role as Monro-o, who expresses the cuteness of a cat and its human qualities perfectly. Reina Maeda's role as Yoppi also realistically portrays the way she grows as a character living with a cat, evoking sympathy. The theme song and background music also add to the atmosphere of the work, making the overall quality of the work feel high.

Recommendation

"Black Cat Monrowo" is recommended not only for cat lovers, but also for those who are looking for healing and laughter. Monrowo's cuteness and humorous daily life provide healing and laughter to viewers. In addition, through Yoppi's growth and interactions with other characters, it conveys the joy and importance of living with a cat. The short but dense 5 minutes will provide a moment of relief from your busy daily life.

Furthermore, the quality of the animation, the acting of the cast, the theme song and background music are all of a high level, making this a very satisfying work overall. It is a recommended work not only for cat lovers, but also for those who are looking for healing and laughter, so please give it a watch.