The appeal and reviews of "Korokoro Animal Fairy Tales": A soothing world that can be enjoyed by both children and adults

Corocoro Animal Fairy Tales - New fairy tales loved by children

"Korokoro Animal Fairy Tales," which aired on TV Tokyo from April to July 2021, attracted attention as a new fairy tale beloved by children. This anime is based on the picture book series by Naomi Iwata, and in a short three-minute run, it tells a heartwarming story about animals. Below, we will take a closer look at the appeal of this anime, the background to its production, and the reactions from viewers.

Overview of the anime

"Korokoro Animal Fairy Tales" aired a total of 12 episodes from April 12 to July 5, 2021. This anime airs every Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m., so children can watch it before going to school. Although each episode is short, only three minutes long, it tells a heartwarming story about animals, giving children hope and dreams.

Background of the original work and anime adaptation

The original work is a picture book by Iwata Naomi called "Korokoro Animal Series," which depicts heartwarming stories about animals. This series was created with the aim of being read aloud to children, and is characterized by friendly characters and gentle stories. In adapting it into an anime, we aimed to provide children with new excitement by filming it while keeping the charm of the original work intact.

The director is Naomi Iwata, who has succeeded in faithfully recreating the worldview of the original work while incorporating expressions unique to anime. The production was handled by MC Holdings and DJC, and the production was carried out by the CoroCoro Animal Fairy Tale Production Committee. Copyright is ©2020MC Holdings・Naomi Iwata/ProjectColoColoAnimal Folktale.

Story and Characters

Each episode of "Korokoro Animal Fairy Tales" tells a different animal story. For example, there is a story about a rabbit family working together to overcome difficulties, and a story about a squirrel showing courage for a friend, and the themes are kindness and friendship among animals. At the end of each episode, there is a message for the viewers, providing an opportunity for children to learn something.

The characters are cute and friendly, just like in the original picture book. The animals' expressions and movements are carefully drawn to make it easy for children to empathize with them. The voice actors have also chosen voices that children can easily relate to, further enriching the world of the story.

Animation production techniques

The latest CG technology was used in the production of "Korokoro Animal Fairy Tales." Particular attention was paid to the realism of the animals' fur and movements, and the animation was designed to make it seem realistic even to children. The backgrounds are also beautifully drawn, and the natural scenery in which the story takes place draws the viewer in.

Music is also an important element, with gentle melodies that match the atmosphere of each episode. In particular, music plays a role in livening up the story at its climax or in moving scenes. Composers with extensive experience in children's anime are involved in the music production, providing viewers with a pleasant experience.

Response from viewers

"Korokoro Animal Fairy Tales" has been highly praised not only by children, but also by parents. It is especially appreciated for its educational elements, as an anime watched by children. The messages at the end of each episode teach children the importance of kindness, courage, and friendship. In addition, the stories are concluded in a short time frame, so children can concentrate while watching, and parents can watch it with peace of mind.

Additionally, many viewers have posted their impressions and stories on social media. There are many stories in particular of children being moved by the animation and putting into practice what they have learned. For example, comments such as "Watching the story where the rabbit family worked together to overcome difficulties made me realize the importance of family" and "Watching the story where the squirrel showed courage for his friend made me want to work hard for my friends, too" are seen.

Anime recommendations and related information

"Korokoro Animal Fairy Tales" is a wonderful anime that teaches children the importance of kindness, courage, and friendship. The short 3-minute length makes it perfect for watching before children go to school, especially during busy morning hours. Also, each episode tells the story of a different animal, so children won't get bored.

Here are some reasons why I recommend this anime:

• Educational content that teaches children the importance of kindness, courage, and friendship
• The story is completed in just three minutes, so children can concentrate while watching.
• Adorable characters and beautiful backgrounds draw children in
• The latest CG technology and gentle music add excitement to the story.

As related information, we also recommend the picture books of the original "Korokoro Animal Series." By reading the picture books after watching the anime, you can understand the story even more deeply. Also, the official website provides detailed information about the anime's episodes and characters, so if you're interested, be sure to check it out.

summary

"Korokoro Animal Fairy Tales" has been highly praised by many viewers as a new fairy tale beloved by children. This anime, with its gentle story based on the original picture book, beautiful images, and educational messages, is a wonderful work that gives children dreams and hope. Please watch it with your children and learn about the importance of kindness, courage, and friendship.