The appeal and evaluation of "The Diary of Yatogame-chan Vol. 4": A deep review of the 4th volume

Review and recommendation of "Yatogame-chan Kansatsu Nikki 4th"

"The Diary of Yatogame-chan 4th" is a TV anime series that aired from April 9 to June 11, 2022, and is based on the manga of the same name by Masaki Ando. The series has gained popularity as a comedy that humorously depicts the culture and dialect of the Chukyo region, centered around Nagoya, while conveying the charm of the region. Below, we will provide a detailed review and recommendation of this work.

story

The story of "The Diary of Yatogame-chan Vol. 4" begins when Jin Kaito, a high school student who has transferred from Tokyo to Nagoya, meets Yatogame Monaka, a high school girl who speaks Nagoya dialect. Monaka has a cat-like appearance and speaks in a blatant Nagoya dialect, and while she is distant towards Kaito, Kaito is drawn to her cuteness and rediscovers the charm of Nagoya while observing Monaka. This series incorporates the culture and dialects of not only Nagoya, but also the Tokai and Kinki regions, allowing you to enjoy the unique characteristics of each region.

character

Each character in this work is unique and reflects the characteristics of the region. The main character, Yatogame Monaka, is a high school freshman from Nagoya who has a strong love for her hometown and hates Tokyoites. Her favorite game genre is shooting games, and she has a cat-like appearance and Nagoya dialect. Jin Kaito is a high school sophomore from Tokyo who is portrayed as insensitive and unable to understand the good points of his hometown. His favorite game genre is RPG. Other characters from various regions, such as Tadakusa Mai from Gifu, Sasazu Yanna from Mie, and Hatsuuchi Lala from Shizuoka, appear, and their love for their hometowns and personalities are depicted in a comical way.

voice actor

The voice actors for this work are also impressive, with many talented voice actors participating, including Haruka Tomatsu as Yatogame Monaka, Mitsuhiro Ichiki as Jin Kaito, Yuki Wakai as Tadakusa Mai, and Mikako Komatsu as Sasazu Yanna. Haruka Tomatsu's Nagoya dialect is particularly exquisite, making Monaka's character even more appealing. The voice of Hideyuki Umezu, who is in charge of narration, also helps to liven up the atmosphere of the work.

Production Staff

The production staff of "The Diary of Little Yatogame Vol. 4" is also not to be missed. The general director is Hisayoshi Hirasawa, the character designer is Satsuki Hayasaka, the art director is Mame, and the color designer is Ami Hayashi. The production team is made up of professionals from various fields. In particular, Hisayoshi Hirasawa's skill as a director has been successful in exquisitely blending the humor of the work with love for the local area. Saetta's animation production is also of high quality, providing a visual treat.

Broadcast information

This work was broadcast on TV Aichi and BS11. On TV Aichi, it was broadcast every Saturday from 20:54 to 21:00 from April 9 to June 11, 2022, and on BS11, it was broadcast every Sunday from 21:55 to 22:00 from April 10 to June 12, 2022. It was also broadcast on AT-X every Thursday from 22:00 to 22:05 from April 14 to June 16, 2022. It is also available for online streaming, and can be viewed on Hikari TV, d Anime Store, U-NEXT, Locipo, Video Market, DMM.com, GYAO!, FOD, ABEMA, TELASA, J:COM On Demand, iTSCOM On Demand, milplus, music.jp, Niconico Channel, etc.

episode

The series is made up of 10 episodes, each of which depicts the culture and dialects of Nagoya and the Chukyo region in a humorous way. Below are the subtitles for each episode.

• #1 Right in the middle (2022/04/09)
• #2 Iryase, Student Council President (2022/04/16)
• #3 That word is Markan (2022/04/23)
• #4 A fight I can't lose (2022/04/30)
• #5 Matto Chicken Wings (2022/05/07)
• #6 Women's Hearts are Complicated (2022/05/14)
• #7 It's not just a circle (2022/05/21)
• #8 Sports Day is Bread and Chopsticks (2022/05/28)
• #9 Thank you, guest (2022/06/04)
• #10 Yo-san's normality (2022/06/11)

Theme song

The theme song for this work is "ENJOY☆NAGOYA☆PERFECT☆LIFE", written, composed and sung by Akira Oise. This song sings about the charms of Nagoya, and is an important element in livening up the atmosphere of the work.

Related Titles

"The Diary of Yatogame-chan, Part 4" is part of a series, and the following related works also exist:

• The diary of Yatogame-chan
• Yatogame-chan Observation Diary d Anime Store Special Ver.
• Yatogame-chan Observation Diary Part 2
• Yatogame-chan Observation Diary 3rd
• Yatogame-chan Observation Diary 4th Special Edition

review

"Yatogame-chan Kansatsu Nikki 4th Edition" is a very enjoyable comedy that humorously depicts the culture and dialect of Nagoya and the Chukyo region. The character of Yaotome Monaka is particularly charming, and her Nagoya dialect and behavior draw viewers in. The regional characteristics and culture depicted in each episode are also interesting, making this a must-watch for anyone interested in Nagoya and the Tokai region.

The strength of this show is that it successfully conveys the charm of the region while providing laughs to the audience by depicting love for the region in a comical way. The personalities and backgrounds of each character are also well-drawn, making it easy for viewers to empathize with them. The voice actors' performances are also excellent, and Tomatsu Haruka's Nagoya dialect in particular is exquisite, making Monaka's character even more appealing.

However, it is difficult to develop a story in the short broadcast time of 5 minutes, and sometimes it feels unsatisfying. However, the humor and love for the local area more than make up for it, which is the charm of this show, and it succeeds in entertaining the audience.

Recommendation

"Yatogame-chan Kansatsu Nikki 4th Edition" is recommended for those who are interested in the culture and dialects of Nagoya and the Chukyo region, and for those who like humorous comedies. Also, for those who want to enjoy the whole series, you can enjoy it even more by watching the related works as well. In particular, if you are attracted to the character of Yatogame Monaka, be sure to watch this work, where you can feel her growth and love for Nagoya.

This series succeeds in conveying the charm of Nagoya and the Tokai region while providing laughs to viewers by depicting love for one's community in a humorous way. The personalities and backgrounds of each character are also well-drawn, making it easy for viewers to empathize with them. The voice actors' performances are also excellent, and Tomatsu Haruka's Nagoya dialect in particular is exquisite, making Monaka's character even more appealing.

This concludes my review and recommendation of "The Diary of Yatogame-chan, Part 4." Through this work, I hope you will rediscover the charm of Nagoya and the Chukyo region and experience laughter and emotion.