Kemono Friends 2: Did the highly anticipated sequel live up to expectations?

Kemono Friends 2 - A New Adventure in Japari Park

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

game

■ Broadcast period

January 8, 2019 - April 2, 2019
2:05～

■Broadcasting station

TV Tokyo, AT-X

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 13

■Original Story

Kemono Friends Project

■ Director

Ryuichi Kimura

■ Production

・Animation Production: Tomason

■Works

©Kemono Friends Project

■ Story

Japari Park is a place where the Friends live peacefully. Caracal finds a lost child in the forest. Serval and Caracal decide to go on an adventure together to help the child. Serval and the others get hints from the Friends they meet along the way. However, the group, which has just set off on their journey, finds themselves in an unexpected pinch...!?

■Explanation

"Japari Park" is a massive comprehensive zoo built somewhere in this world.
There, a mysterious phenomenon occurs in which animals take on human form...
The animals, who eventually came to be called "Friends," lived peacefully in the park.

One day, the friends Serval and Caracal meet a human child in the forest.
The hungry human child seemed to be in some kind of trouble, so the servals decided to go on a journey together.

Along the way you'll meet unique friends who will reveal secrets of the park and delicious food!
And then, an earth-shattering crisis occurs!?

A new story of Japari Park begins now!!

■Cast

・Serval/Yuka Ozaki ・Fennec/Kana Motomiya ・Raccoon/Saki Ono ・Kyururu/Yui Ishikawa ・Caracal/Riko Koike ・Lucky Beast/Aya Uchida ・Kaban/Aya Uchida

■ Main staff

・Concept design / Yoshizaki Mine・Director / Kimura Ryuichi・Series composition / Masumoto Takuya・Screenplay / Masumoto Takuya・CG director / Taniguchi Hideo・Sound director / Abe Nobuyuki・Sound effects / Konno Yasuyuki・Music / Tateyama Akiko・Animation producer / Numata Shinnosuke・Animation production / Tommason

■ Main Characters

・Serval ・Fennec ・Raccoon ・Kururu ・Caracal ・Lucky Beast ・Bag

■Subtitle

・Episode 1: Beyond Memory (2018/01/15)
・Episode 2: Panda and Panda (2018/01/22)
・Episode 3: Sea Beasts (2018/01/29)
・Episode 4: Various Houses (2018/02/05)
・Episode 5: Human Power (2018/02/12)
・Episode 6: A New Morning (2018/02/19)
・Episode 7: Beyond the Speed ​​(2018/02/26)
・Episode 8: Shinkyo Club (2018/03/05)
・Episode 9: Welcome Home (2018/03/12)
・Episode 10/Checkin (2018/03/19)
・Episode 11: The Sea's Mood (2018/03/26)
・Episode 12: I'm home (2018/04/02)

■ Related works

・Kemono Friends

■ Theme songs and music

・OP
・Period: 1-12
・Ride! Japari Beat ・Lyrics by Masayoshi Oishi ・Composition by Masayoshi Oishi ・Arrangement by Masayoshi Oishi ・Singer by Animal Biscuits x PPP

The appeal and evaluation of "Kemono Friends 2"

Kemono Friends 2 is an anime series that aired in 2019 and is based on a game by the Kemono Friends Project. It is set in a huge zoo called Japari Park and depicts a mysterious phenomenon in which animals take on human form. This sequel, produced after the success of the first season, depicts new adventures and character growth.

Story and Characters

The story of "Kemono Friends 2" begins when Serval and Caracal embark on an adventure to rescue a child lost in the forest. Throughout this adventure, they meet various Friends and discover the secrets and delicious food of Japari Park. The friendship between Serval and Caracal, and the interactions with the unique Friends they meet along the way, are what make the story so appealing.

The main character, Serval, is inquisitive and adventurous, and has a strong presence that draws the viewer in. Caracal is a calm and reliable character, and makes a good pair with Serval. The supporting characters, such as Fennec, Raccoon, and Kyururu, also have their own unique personalities that enrich the story.

Animation and Music

Tomason, the animation studio, has continued the style of the first season while incorporating new visual expression. In particular, the beautiful backgrounds by CG director Hideo Taniguchi and the animation that realistically reproduces the movements of the animals have been highly praised. In addition, the sound design by sound director Nobuyuki Abe and sound effects director Yasuyuki Konno is also an important element in enhancing the viewer's immersive experience.

The music is by Akihiko Tateyama, and the opening theme "Niteke! Japari Beat" is a song by Doubutsu Biscuits x PPP, an energetic song that will get the audience excited. This song symbolizes the fun of adventure and the bond between the Friends, and livens up the entire work.

Evaluation and response

While "Kemono Friends 2" was well received by fans of the first season, it was also widely accepted by new audiences. In particular, the portrayal of character growth and friendship, as well as the uncovering of new secrets about Japari Park, drew viewers in. Additionally, the unique designs of the Friends and the depiction of the delicious food they find during their adventures also captured the hearts of viewers.

However, some viewers felt that the story development was a little more scattered than in the first season. In particular, some viewers felt that the overall story lacked cohesion due to episodes in which Serval and Caracal's adventure was interrupted midway, and there were many individual episodes featuring the Friends. Nevertheless, the charm of the characters and the richness of the worldview continue to be loved by many viewers.

Related works and recommendations

"Kemono Friends 2" is closely related to the first season of "Kemono Friends." The first season tells the story of a mysterious girl named Kaban who adventures with Serval through Japari Park. In the second season, Serval and Caracal take center stage and a new adventure unfolds. By watching both works, you can gain a deeper understanding of the world of Japari Park and the growth of the characters.

Additionally, for viewers who enjoyed "Kemono Friends 2," we also recommend the following works:

• "Kemono Friends" - In this first season, you can learn about the world of Japari Park and the origins of its characters.
• "Kemono Friends 3" - A sequel released as a game, in which you can enjoy even more adventures with new friends.
• "Kemono Friends Pavillion" - A smartphone app, it is a simulation game in which you manage Japari Park together with your friends.

summary

"Kemono Friends 2" is a story about Serval and Caracal's adventures in the mysterious world of Japari Park. Viewers are drawn to the growth and friendship of the characters, as well as encounters with the unique Friends. The animation and music were also highly praised, and the series was widely accepted not only by fans of the first season, but also by new audiences. Watching it together with related works will allow you to enjoy the world of Japari Park even more. Be sure to experience this new adventure.