A thorough review of the appeal and excitement of "Slow Loop"!

Slow Loop - Heartwarming daily life and the charm of fishing

The TV anime "Slow Loop," which aired from January to March 2022, is a heartwarming slice-of-life story based on the original manga. The original work is "Slow Loop" by Uchino Maiko and is published by Houbunsha. The anime was produced by CONNECT and produced by the Slow Loop Production Committee. It consists of 12 episodes, each 30 minutes long, and was broadcast on AT-X, TOKYO MX, and other networks. It was also available on online streaming services such as d Anime Store and ABEMA.

story

The story of "Slow Loop" begins with a young girl, Uminagi Hiyori, enjoying fly fishing at the beach. Hiyori treasures the fishing that her late father taught her, and enjoys fishing quietly by herself at the beach. One day, she meets Uminagi Koharu, a carefree girl. Koharu has the same interest in fishing as Hiyori, and the two of them decide to go fishing together. However, the two of them have a surprising secret: Hiyori and Koharu became "sisters" when their parents remarried. The story of the two, which begins with this chance encounter, depicts the bond that deepens through fishing and the small joys of everyday life.

character

The main character, Hiyori Minami, is a 154cm tall, O-type first-year high school student born on January 4th. She is good at fly fishing, which she learned from her father, and although she is a bit clumsy at other things, she is a bit shy. Meanwhile, Koharu Minami is Hiyori's step-sister, 155cm tall, B-type first-year high school student born on November 15th. Having moved from a region without a sea, this is her first time fishing, but she supports Hiyori with her cheerful personality and cooking skills.

Other characters with unique personalities include Hiyori's childhood friend Yoshinaga Ren, the daughters of a fishing boat shop owner Fukumoto Ichika and Futaba, and Futaba's friend Ninomiya Aiko. The backgrounds and growth of each character add depth to the story.

Production Staff

The director of "Slow Loop" was Noriaki Akitaya, with Morita Geinari as assistant director. The series was written by Yamada Yuka, and character design and general animation direction was handled by Takimoto Shoko. The fishing scenes were directed by Shibata Takumi, and cooking and effects animation direction was handled by Washikita Kyota. The art director was Morokuma Michiko, the color design was Tsukino Erika, the director of photography was Sato Atsushi, the 3D director was Hamamura Toshiro, the editor was Sendo Maki, the sound director was Tsuchiya Masaki, and the music was by Iga Takuro. The music was produced by Flying Dog.

Theme song

The opening theme, "Yajirushi →", is sung by Pokapoka Ion (Toyama Nao, Yasuno Kiyono), with lyrics by Iwasato Yuho, and composed and arranged by Yamashita Hiroaki. The ending themes are "Shuwa Shuwa" and "Yuruyura Riruru", the former sung by Three∞Loop (Kusumi Rin, Hioka Natsumi, Mineuchi Tomomi), with lyrics and composition by Ansako and Ishizaki Hikaru, and arranged by Iga Takuro. "Yuruyura Riruru" is also sung by Three∞Loop, with lyrics, composition, and arrangement by Tabuchi Natsumi and Tsujibayashi Miho. These songs are important elements in creating the atmosphere of the anime.

episode

The subtitles for each episode are as follows:

• Episode 1: A Very Strange Girl (2022/01/07)
• Episode 2: If I could smile (2022/01/14)
• Episode 3: Thank You (2022/01/21)
• Episode 4: Aren't you embarrassed? (2022/01/28)
• Episode 5: Together Again (2022/02/04)
• Episode 6: "Difficult" is fun (2022/02/11)
• Episode 7: Wedding (2022/02/18)
• Episode 8: What's Good About This (2022/02/25)
• Episode 9: I want to go fishing camping!! (2022/03/04)
• Episode 10: I'll do my best too (2022/03/11)
• Episode 11: What's Important (2022/03/18)
• Episode 12: Let's choose together (2022/03/25)

Ratings and Recommendations

"Slow Loop" has received extremely high praise as a slice-of-life anime. In particular, the characters' growth and deepening bonds through the hobby of fishing leave a pleasant impression on viewers. The careful work of the anime's production staff has also been praised, with the realistic depiction of the fishing scenes and the beautiful visuals of the cooking scenes being some of the highlights. The theme song and insert songs also match the atmosphere of the story, further enriching the viewing experience.

This anime is highly recommended for people who want to cherish the small joys of everyday life and family ties. People who are interested in fishing and cooking will especially enjoy this anime. It is also recommended for anime fans looking for a heartwarming story. "Slow Loop" is a wonderful work that provides viewers with a peaceful time and healing.

Additional Information

The original manga for "Slow Loop" is serialized in "Manga Time Kirara Forward" and published in book form by Houbunsha. In order to bring out the best in the original work, the original author, Uchi Maiko-sensei, was also deeply involved in the production of the anime adaptation. Even after the anime ended, the original manga continues, so you can enjoy new episodes.

In addition, merchandise is also available for sale to help fans enjoy the world of "Slow Loop" more deeply. There are many must-have items for fans, such as character goods, soundtracks, and setting materials. These goods not only allow you to feel closer to the world of the anime, but are also valuable as collections.

"Slow Loop" is a work that provides viewers with peace of mind and warmth by depicting the small joys of everyday life. Through themes such as fishing, cooking, and family ties, it reminds us of the important things we tend to forget. Please watch this wonderful anime and spend a heartwarming time.