Rilakkuma and Amusement Parks: Finding the Perfect Balance of Fun and Relaxation

Rilakkuma and the Amusement Park - Episode 8 of Healing and Adventure

A new adventure featuring Rilakkuma and friends at Nakasugi Land, an amusement park that is about to close, was released on Netflix on August 25, 2022. This series is a stop-motion animation starring San-X's popular character Rilakkuma, bringing smiles and healing to viewers. Each episode is a short 15-minute episode, with eight episodes in total, depicting Rilakkuma and his friends' fun day.

story

Kaoru and Rilakkuma win tickets to an amusement park in a lottery at the shopping arcade and head off to Nakasugi Land, which is about to close. Rilakkuma's goal is to get a special pancake that can be won by participating in a stamp rally in the park. The story begins with Kaoru forgetting the lunch box he made for Hayate, who was supposed to meet up with him later, on the bus on the way there.

At the amusement park, unexpected events await, such as a car chase with an employee and a game battle with Emily, who aims to become a world-class professional gamer. However, Rilakkuma's ability to heal those around him at his own pace no matter what kind of crisis he's in will cheer up both adults and children.

character

Rilakkuma : A bear costume that suddenly took up residence in Kaoru's house. He spends every day lazing around, but he is a mysterious being with a zipper on his back. His favorite foods are pancakes, omelet rice, pudding, and dango. His main interests are food and snacks.

Kaoru : A slightly silly woman in her 30s who works as an office lady in Tokyo. She lives in the apartment where Rilakkuma lives, and is the owner of Kiiroitori. The appearance of Rilakkuma and friends fills her daily life with a few laughs and a lot of troublesome events.

Korilakkuma : A small white bear that appeared out of nowhere. It seems he was not acquainted with Rilakkuma, but he has a red button on his chest, so he doesn't seem to be a real bear. He is a mischievous and lively boy.

Kiiroitori : A yellow bird that Kaoru had kept as a pet before Rilakkuma and his friends came. He used to live in a birdcage, but now he is free to come and go as he pleases. He is hardworking and clean, and his hobby is saving money.

episode

#1 Trouble is Coming : Trouble begins when Kaoru forgets his lunch. What kind of adventure will Rilakkuma and friends have at the amusement park?

#2 Emily and the Game Battle : An episode in which Emily, who aims to become a world-class professional gamer, and Rilakkuma and friends get lost in the world of games. Their friendship deepens through game battles.

#3 Jungle Tour with Eiji : Rilakkuma and friends meet Eiji on a jungle tour and go on an adventure. What will they discover deep in the jungle?

#4 Clown's Love Juggling : In this episode, Rilakkuma and his friends make new friends through Clown's Love Juggling performance.

#5 Suzune is an idol!: An episode in which Suzune is an idol. Rilakkuma and friends rush to support her.

#6 The Secret of the Amusement Park : An episode where Rilakkuma and friends explore the secret behind the amusement park. What secret is hidden?

#7 Strategy Meeting in the Dark : An episode where Rilakkuma and friends plan a strategy in the dark. What kind of strategy will they come up with?

#8 The Last Parade : The last parade held at the amusement park that is about to close. What kind of memories will Rilakkuma and his friends make?

Background

This series is based on San-X's popular character "Rilakkuma" and was animated by Dwarf. It is directed by Masahito Kobayashi and written by Takashi Tsunoda and Makoto Ueda. The stop-motion animation technique is used to recreate the realistic movements of Rilakkuma and friends.

Character design is handled by Francesca Natale, who focuses on Kaoru's designs to bring out the individuality of each character, while many other creators, including Tateoka Takashi and Ogawa Iku, are also involved in the secondary character design.

music

The theme song "In the Pocket" was written by Quruli and composed by Shigeru Kishida. The melody of this song gently wraps around Rilakkuma and his friends' adventure, soothing the hearts of viewers.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Rilakkuma and the Amusement Park" is recommended not only for Rilakkuma fans, but also for fans of stop-motion animation. Each episode has a different theme and adventure, so viewers will not get bored. Also, just watching Rilakkuma's easygoing character overcomes any crisis without forgetting to smile is soothing.

It will be a great opportunity for children to learn about the kindness and importance of friendship that Rilakkuma shows, and adults can also refresh their minds by immersing themselves in the world of Rilakkuma and friends, away from the busyness of everyday life.

This series has 8 episodes and is available on Netflix, so you can watch it easily. Please come and experience the fun day of Rilakkuma and his friends.

Related Titles

"Rilakkuma and the Amusement Park" was produced as part of the "Rilakkuma and Kaoru" series. By watching both the previous film, which depicts Rilakkuma's daily life, you can enjoy the world of Rilakkuma even more deeply.

Conclusion

"Rilakkuma and the Amusement Park" is a heartwarming series depicting the healing and adventures of Rilakkuma. The beauty of the stop-motion animation and the humorous daily life of Rilakkuma and friends will bring smiles and energy to viewers. It is available on Netflix, so be sure to check it out.