Review of "Golden Kamuy" Volume 19 with original anime DVD: What's the appeal of OVA #3?

Golden Kamuy Series OVA #3 Review and Details

OVA #3 of the Golden Kamuy series is an original anime DVD included with the limited edition of the 19th volume of the Golden Kamuy comics, released on September 19, 2019. This OVA is based on the popular manga Golden Kamuy by Satoru Noda, and is animated by Geno Studio under the direction of Hitoshi Nanba. It is distributed by Shueisha and produced by the Golden Kamuy Production Committee. Each episode is 30 minutes long and offers viewers new adventures and excitement.

Story and Characters

"Golden Kamuy" is a story about adventure and survival in search of legendary gold, set in Hokkaido during the Meiji era. The protagonist, Saichi Sugimoto, sets out on a journey to find the gold in order to carry out the wishes of his war comrades. Along the way, he is joined by a variety of unique characters, including the Ainu girl Asirpa, who add excitement to the story.

OVA #3 depicts Sugimoto and his friends facing new challenges. Based on the original episodes, the story has been developed with original elements, providing a fresh experience for fans. In particular, the scenes showing Asirpa's growth and her deepening bond with Sugimoto are deeply moving and will capture the hearts of viewers. Other highlights include the beautiful Hokkaido scenery and tense action scenes that are unique to OVAs.

Animation and Music

Geno Studio's animation faithfully reproduces the atmosphere of the original work while bringing its own unique beauty and power. In particular, the scenes depicting the nature of Hokkaido are impressive with their colorful backgrounds and detailed depictions. In addition, the action scenes are visually exciting, with smooth and powerful movements.

In terms of music, the composer's sound effects enhance the tension and emotion of the story. The background music is appropriately selected for each scene, stirring the emotions of the viewer. In particular, the intense music in the battle scenes and the gentle melodies in the moving scenes contribute to adding depth to the story.

Voice acting and acting

The performances of the voice actors, including Kobayashi Chikahiro as Sugimoto Saichi and Kayano Ai as Asirpa, are also superb. Kobayashi's voice, which expresses Sugimoto's strength and kindness in particular, brings out the charm of the characters. Kayano's voice for Asirpa also conveys her strength and purity, leaving a deep impression on viewers. The other characters also add excitement to the story with their unique acting, and the voice actors are all of a high standard overall.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Golden Kamuy" series OVA #3 is a work that can be recommended not only to fans of the original work, but also to anime fans. You can enjoy the story from a new perspective while maximizing the charm of the original work. In particular, the beautiful scenery of Hokkaido and the scenes depicting the growth and bonds of the characters will capture the hearts of viewers. Also, the power of the action scenes and the effects of the music are not to be missed.

This OVA is included in the limited edition of the 19th volume of the manga, so it is especially recommended for those who want to enjoy the original work while watching the anime. In addition, the original story that is unique to OVAs is one of the attractions, and existing fans will surely find something new to discover. Please take this opportunity to experience the world of "Golden Kamuy" even more deeply.

More Information

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

September 19, 2019 Included in the limited edition of the 19th volume of "Golden Kamuy" comics

■Release and sales

・Distributor: Shueisha

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

・Original work: Satoru Noda ^{Golden Kamuy ・Shueisha}

■ Director

・Director: Hitoshi Namba

■ Production

・Animation Production: Geno Studio ・Production: Golden Kamuy Production Committee

■Works

©Noda Satoru/Shueisha, Golden Kamuy Production Committee