The appeal and reviews of MushikaburihimeThe TV anime series "Mushikaburi Hime", which aired from October to December 2022, is based on Yui's light novel. This anime captivated many viewers as a misunderstood love fantasy that begins with a nominal engagement between the daughter of a marquis, Eliana, and the crown prince, Christopher. Below, we will introduce detailed information and reviews of this work, as well as recommended points. Broadcast information"Mushikaburi Hime" aired a total of 12 episodes from October 6 to December 22, 2022. The broadcasting stations were AT-X and TOKYO MX, and each episode was 30 minutes long. The specific broadcast schedule is as follows.
It was also streamed online, and was broadcast simultaneously on d Anime Store as it was broadcast on terrestrial TV. It was also subsequently distributed on Nico Nico Douga, Hikari TV, ABEMA, Disney Plus, GYAO!, FOD, Bandai Channel, Hulu, TELASA, J:COM On Demand, milplus, Animehodai, Amazon, U-NEXT, and other sites. Pay-per-view sites include Rakuten TV, DMM.com, music.jp, Video Market, HAPPY! Video, and Crank-in! Video. Original story and staffThe series is based on the light novel "Mushikaburi Hime" by Yui and published by Ichijinsha. Character design is by Shiina Satsuki and Kikuta Yui, the director is Iwasaki Taro, the series composition is Hirota Mitsuki, the character design is Takahashi Mizuka, the sub-character designs are Abe Junko and Yoshikawa Shinichi, the art director is Yoshida Hitomi, the color design is Ohno Harue, the cinematographer is Sakai Junko, the editor is Kimura Yoshiko, the sound director is Motoyama Satoshi, the sound effects are Furuya Yuji, and the music is Fukushima Yuko and Osumi Tomoo. The animation is produced by Madhouse and produced by the Mushikaburi Hime Production Committee. storyEliana, a marquis' daughter who has been obsessed with books since she was a child and has been nicknamed "Bug-Eating Princess," is proposed to by the crown prince, Christopher. This engagement is in name only, to free Christopher from the factional strife within the court and to give Eliana access to the royal library. However, one day four years later, Eliana witnesses Christopher having an intimate conversation with the viscount's daughter, Irene, and makes up her mind to call off the engagement. Despite her complicated feelings, the story follows the course of Eliana and Christopher's "true love." Main CharactersEliana Bernstein is a marquis' daughter who loves books so much that she is called the "Bug-Eating Princess." She is engaged to Christopher on the condition that she will have access to the royal archives. Although she has a gentle personality, she has a wealth of knowledge due to her reading. Christopher Selkirk Ascherald is the crown prince of the Kingdom of Sauzlind, and is intelligent and has a promising future. His engagement to Eliana is a deal that benefits both parties, but his true intentions are shrouded in mystery. Alexei Strasser is Christopher's aide and is known as a workaholic. Glenn Eisenach is the platoon leader of the guards who protect Christopher, and is also in charge of transporting Eliana to and from work. Theodore Warren Ascherald is the younger brother of the current king of the Kingdom of Sauzlind, and is also the manager of the royal archives. Alan Ferrera is a court musician who serves Christopher, and has been ordered to carry out a certain mission. Erwin Olanza is a young man who has been invited to the Autumn Hunting Festival and is interested in Eliana. Alfred Bernstein is Eliana's older brother and works at the royal palace with their father. Jean is Eliana's servant and teaches her self-defense. castThe cast includes Reina Ueda as Eliana Bernstein, Ryohei Kimura as Christopher Selkirk Ascherald, Kouki Uchiyama as Alexei Strasser, Yuuma Uchida as Glenn Eisenach, Wataru Hatano as Theodor Warren Ascherald, Gen Sato as Alan Ferrera, Yohei Azagami as Ervin Olanza, and Shimazaki as Alfred Bernstein. Nobunaga and Sylvia Slade will be played by Kiyono Yasuno, Ray will be played by Tomoaki Maeno, Jean will be played by Taku Yashiro, Sieg Eisenach will be played by Satoshi Hino, Lilia Storrev will be played by Yumiri Hanamori, Anna Hayden will be played by Mikako Komatsu, Irene Parkas will be played by Ayaka Nanase, Paolo will be played by Natsumi Kawaida, Rene will be played by Takako Tanaka, Professor Nicola Rezzi will be played by Mugito, Margrave Rowe Hayden will be played by Toru Inada, and Selma will be played by Kumi Nakane. The roles of Annie and the daughter are played by Ryoko Maekawa, Conrad is played by Fumiya Imai, Rene Owen is played by Kentaro Kumagai, Sophia is played by Ai Fairouz, Caroline is played by Kaori Maeda, Sicily is played by Kanade Takao, Henrietta Mila Ascherard is played by Kikuko Inoue, Sharon Gardwen is played by Aoi Yuki, Ellen is played by Yu Shimamura, Agnes is played by Michiko Neya, Baron Mauzeri is played by Tomokazu Sugita, and Marissa is played by Kawa The cast includes Muranari, Kondo Hironori as Viscount Parcas, Ienaka Hiroshi as Count Casull, Chiba Susumu as Marquis Bernstein, Shimabukuro Miyuri as Christopher (young boy), Taira Masumi as Mrs. Kreis, Ariga Yukiko as Mrs. Weiler, Nakaji Yuka as Mrs. Eisenach, Sugawara Akinori as Mrs. Deuner, Mimura Yuna as Rona, Nemoto Yuna as Matilda Downer and Suzushiro Sayumi as Sarah. subtitleThe subtitles for each episode are as follows:
Related TitlesThere are also other related works such as spin-offs and trivia about Eliana's book, which will allow you to enjoy the story even more deeply. Theme songs and musicThe opening theme "Prologue" was written by PA-NON, composed by Yoshiki Eriko, arranged by Kahara Daisuke and Yoshiki Eriko, and sung by Iguchi Yuka. The ending theme "Kawabyou" was written, composed, and sung by Ito Kashitaro, and arranged by Yokoyama Hiroaki. These songs also add to the appeal of the work. Rating and Recommended Points"Mushikaburi Hime" is a work that stands out for its beautiful visuals and intricate story development. Eliana's bookish personality and her relationship with Christopher are carefully portrayed, drawing the viewer in. The performances by the all-star cast are also superb, with each character's individuality standing out. In particular, the changes in the relationship between Eliana and Christopher and her interactions with the other characters add depth to the story. The recommended points include the following:
"Mushikaburi Hime" is a work recommended for those who want to enjoy a love fantasy, or for those who want beautiful visuals and a detailed story. Please watch it and experience its charm. |
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