Evaluation and impressions of the first episode of the short anime "After School Boy Hanako-kun"

The appeal and detailed review of "After School Hanako-kun" short anime #1

"Hanako-kun After School" is a short anime series based on the Square Enix manga by Aida Iro-sensei that aired on TBS from October 13 to November 3, 2023. Although the series was only four episodes long, each lasting just five minutes, it left a strong impression on viewers. Below, we will take a deeper look at the appeal and details of this work.

Story and Characters

"After School Boy Hanako-kun" is a story based on the legend of "Hanako-san," a famous school ghost story. The main character, Hanako-kun, is a ghost who lives in the school bathroom and appears after school. He struggles to make friends and deepens relationships with various students. In particular, the relationship between the main character Hanako-kun and his friend Amano-kun is at the center of the story.

Hanako-kun is a very human character, even though he is a ghost, and his purity and compassion for his friends capture the hearts of viewers. Amano-kun is Hanako-kun's friend, supporting his life as a ghost and enjoying adventures with him. Their friendship gives viewers a warm feeling.

Animation and performance

This short anime was produced by Lerche (Studio Hibari), a studio that has worked on popular series such as Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai and The Quintessential Quintuplets in the past, and is known for its high quality. Their technical skills are on full display in After School Hanako-kun.

The animation is rich in color, and the characters' expressions and movements are drawn in great detail. In particular, Hanako-kun's special powers as a ghost and the unique space of the school toilet are used brilliantly. The tempo is also perfect, allowing the story to be fully told in the short five-minute time frame.

Music and voice acting

Music is an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of a work. Many of the songs used in "Hanako-kun After School" are bright and cheerful, perfectly fitting for the theme of after school hours. In particular, the opening theme "After School Symphony" is a song that lightens the hearts of viewers. The ending theme "Tomodachi no Uta" is also a warm song that symbolizes the friendship between Hanako-kun and Amano-kun.

The voice actors are also impressive, with the role of Hanako being played by voice actor Ono Kensho. His voice expresses Hanako's purity and kindness well, leaving a deep impression on viewers. The role of Amano is played by voice actor Kaji Yuki, whose voice also brings out the charm of the character. Many other talented voice actors also participated, bringing out the rich personalities of the characters.

Comparison with the original

The original manga has gained popularity thanks to Aida Iro's unique touch and humorous story. The anime version has faithfully inherited the charm of the original, while adding even more depth by being made into a movie. In particular, the careful depiction of scenes and character emotions not depicted in the original provides fresh impressions for fans of the original.

In addition, the anime version effectively selects episodes from the original work to maximize enjoyment in the short five-minute time frame. For fans of the original work, it is an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the worldview of the original work and to enjoy the work from a new perspective.

Viewer reactions and ratings

The short anime "After School Hanako-kun" has been highly praised by viewers. In particular, the charm of Hanako-kun's character and the story of friendship have captured the hearts of many viewers. In addition, despite being only five minutes long, the tempo that tells the whole story and the beautiful animation have also been highly praised.

Looking at the comments from viewers, many say, "Hanako-kun's purity warmed my heart," "Hanako-kun's friendship with Amano-kun was moving," and "I thoroughly enjoyed even the five minutes." Fans of the original work also gave positive reviews, saying, "It really retained the charm of the original," and "I was able to enjoy the original from a new perspective."

Recommendations and related works

The short anime "Hanako-kun After School" is recommended for those who like ghosts, school ghost stories, and works that depict friendship. The original manga is also very interesting, so be sure to check it out. In addition, other works produced by Lerche are also recommended because they are of high quality.

Related works include "Gakkou no Kaidan" (Ghost Stories at School), which also has the theme of school ghost stories, and "Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai" (Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai), which depicts friendship. These works are also wonderful works that will move the viewer, so please check them out.

summary

Although the short anime "After School Hanako-kun" is only five minutes long, it provided viewers with deep emotion and enjoyment. The story, which depicts Hanako-kun's purity and her friendship with Amano-kun, will warm the hearts of viewers. The beautiful animation and the stellar voice cast also enhance the appeal of this work. Fans of the original work will be able to enjoy the work from a new perspective, and even first-time viewers will be able to fully enjoy it. Please be sure to check out this wonderful short anime.