Obake Zukan! Season 2 - A thorough evaluation of the evolution of the charming characters and story

The appeal and evaluation of the second season of "Obake Zukan!"

"Obake Zukan!" is a TV anime series based on a fairy tale by Saito Hiroshi and Miyamoto Etsuyoshi, and was broadcast on the Wednesday corner "Chara Star" of TV Tokyo's "Oha Star" from October 5, 2022 to March 29, 2023. The second season has 13 episodes, each five minutes long, but densely packed with content, making it a work that can be enjoyed by both children and adults.

Story and Characters

"Obake Zukan!" is a story about the protagonist, a young boy named Takeru, who meets various ghosts and deepens his friendship with them. Takeru is curious and has a pure heart that tries to make friends with any ghost. A variety of ghosts with different personalities gather around Takeru. For example, ghosts with different appearances and personalities appear, such as Mr. Yurei, a pumpkin ghost, and even an eyeball ghost.

In the second season, new ghosts appear and new adventures with Takeru are depicted. One particularly memorable episode is Takeru's first encounter with the "cat ghost." The cat ghost looks scary but has a very kind heart, making him a fascinating character. This episode movingly depicts the process by which Takeru discovers the cat ghost's true identity and becomes friends with it.

Animation and performance

Fanworks, the animation production company, vividly expresses the world of "Obake Zukan!" with colorful and adorable character designs and dynamic direction. In particular, the ghosts' expressions and movements are carefully crafted to be enjoyable for children to watch. In addition, under the direction of director Naomi Iwata, each episode has a different theme and storyline, which are skillfully depicted.

In the second season, the series has evolved even further. For example, in the scene where Takeru plays with the ghosts, the background and colors are used in a creative way, making it visually enjoyable. The production is also excellent in bringing out the ghosts' personalities, and there are many ingenious touches that make the show interesting, such as the scene where the pumpkin ghost glows like a jack-o'-lantern, or the scene where the eyeball ghost spins its eyes.

Music and voice acting

The music of "Obake Zukan!" is characterized by a bright and fun melody that is typical of children's anime. In particular, the opening theme "Ghost Song" has a catchy melody that makes children want to sing along, livening up the atmosphere of the show. The ending theme "Friend's Song" is also a warm song that conveys the friendship between Takeru and the ghosts.

The voice actors are also impressive, with the voice actor who plays Takeru playing the character with a bright, childlike voice. The voice actors for the ghosts are also very unique, with the gentle voice of the ghost and the lively voice of the pumpkin ghost bringing out the charm of the characters. The voice actor who plays the cat ghost in particular was brilliant, as he starts out with a scary voice, but changes to a gentler voice as he becomes friends with Takeru.

Ratings and Recommendations

The second season of "Obake Zukan!" has received high praise as an anime for children. The story is simple yet moving, and the characters' personalities shine through. The animation is also of high quality, and is designed to be enjoyable for children to watch. The music and voice acting are also excellent, making it a highly polished work overall.

I would especially recommend this film to parents with children. "Ghost Encyclopedia!" is a great opportunity to teach children about friendship and kindness. It is also enjoyable for adults as well as children, so it is recommended to watch it with the whole family. Furthermore, through the theme of ghosts, it is a film that provides an opportunity for children to develop their imagination.

Related information and how to watch

"Obake Zukan!" is broadcast on the Wednesday corner "Chara Star" of TV Tokyo's "Oha Star." It airs for 5 minutes every Wednesday from 7:05 to 7:10. It is also available on the official website and official YouTube channel, so you can watch episodes you missed.

The original is the "Obake Zukan" series by Hiroshi Saito and Etsuyoshi Miyamoto, published by Kodansha. The original picture book is also popular with children, and is recommended for learning more about the background of the story and the characters.

summary

The second season of "Obake Zukan!" is a highly acclaimed children's anime. Its touching story of the friendship between Takeru and the ghosts, the quality of the animation, the music and the voice acting - it's a work of high quality in every respect. It's a must-watch for parents with children, and something the whole family can enjoy together. Furthermore, it's a work that provides an opportunity for children to develop their imagination through the theme of ghosts, so be sure to give it a watch.