Bananya
Bananya / ばなにゃ
Genres: Anthropomorphic, Kids, Slice of Life | |
Themes: Anthropomorphic | |
Demographics: Kids | |
Studios: Gathering | |
Producers: DAX Production, TMS Entertainment, TMS Music | |
Licensors: Discotek Media | |
Rating: 6.76 / 10 | |
Rank: #5669 | |
Popularity: #2785 | |
Users Listed: 73,400 | |
Users Scored: 38,552 | |
NSFW: No | |
Last Updated: 08/31/2023 | |
Aired: July 4, 2016 – September 26, 2016 (Summer) | |
Type: tv | |
Source: original | |
Age Rating: G | |
Episodes: 13 | |
Broadcast: Monday at 20:55 (JST) |
Synopsis:
In a world where the ordinary is subtly skewed, resides Bananya, an unusual being – a feline whose form is intrinsically linked to the fruit it resembles. This gentle creature lives a tranquil existence alongside others of its kind, content in simple pleasures and unburdened by complex concerns. The series explores their peaceful interactions with the environment, offering a contemplative look at everyday life through a uniquely presented lens.
The animation style emphasizes soft visuals and fluid movement, contributing to an atmosphere of calm curiosity. Bananya’s journey isn't defined by grand conflicts, but rather by gentle explorations of self-identity and aspiration – a desire to embody the very essence of its being. The show invites viewers to find wonder in the mundane and consider perspectives beyond conventional understanding.
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Episodes:
- Episode 1: The Kitty Who Lives in a Banana (Aired: 07/04/2016)
- Episode 2: Bananya and Friends, Nya (Aired: 07/11/2016)
- Episode 3: Bananya Watches TV, Nya (Aired: 07/18/2016)
- Episode 4: Bananya and the Mouse, Nya (Aired: 07/25/2016)
- Episode 5: Bananya and the Refrigerator, Nya (Aired: 08/01/2016)
- ... and 8 more episodes
Characters:
- Bananya (Main) - Voice Actors: Kaji, Yuuki
- Tora Bananya (Main) - Voice Actors: Murase, Ayumu
- Baby Bananya (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Murase, Ayumu
- Bananya-ko (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Murase, Ayumu
- Elizabeth Bananya (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Murase, Ayumu
- Kenaga Bananya (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Kaji, Yuuki
- Kuro Bananya (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Kaji, Yuuki
- Mama (Supporting)
- Mike Bananya (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Kaji, Yuuki
- Namaste Bananya (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Kaji, Yuuki
- Narrator (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Ebisu, Yoshikazu, Gama, Gabriel
- Nezumi (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Murase, Ayumu
- Oyaji Bananya (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Kaji, Yuuki
- Sabatora Bananya (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Murase, Ayumu
- Tabananya (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Murase, Ayumu
Staff:
- Hasegawa, Kazuhiko (Producer)
- Hayashi, Ikumi (Producer)
- Shimizu, Kanako (Producer)
- Yatate, Kyou (Director, Episode Director, Script, Storyboard)
- Abe, Nobuyuki (Sound Director)
- Mita, Jun (Episode Director, Script, Storyboard, Animation Director)
- Takata, Masahiro (Episode Director, Script, Storyboard)
- Kaji, Yuuki (Theme Song Performance)
- Deguchi, Masashi (Planning)
- Gama, Gabriel (ADR Director)
- Haruyama, Yukio (Planning)
- Hatta, Shinsaku (Planning)
- Katou, Ryouta (Planning)
- Shinjuku, Gorou (Planning)
- Takanashi, Emi (Sound Effects)
- Tsuji, Masahide (Planning)
- Yokomakura, Kouichi (Director of Photography)
News:
- North American Anime & Manga Releases for July (07/03/2018)
- Q3 2017 Anime & Manga Licenses [Update 9/13] (06/30/2017)
- Summer 2016 Simulcast List [Update 7/8] (06/27/2016)
Forum Topics:
- Episodes
- I'm addicted
- Bananya Episode 1 Discussion
- Bananya Episode 13 Discussion
- Bananya Episode 7 Discussion
- Bananya Episode 2 Discussion
- It just sucked me in
- Bananya Episode 9 Discussion
- Bananya Episode 3 Discussion
- Bananya Episode 12 Discussion
- Bananya Episode 11 Discussion
- Bananya Episode 10 Discussion
- Bananya Episode 8 Discussion
- Bananya Episode 6 Discussion
- Bananya Episode 5 Discussion
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Related Anime/Manga:
- Bananya: Fushigi na Nakama-tachi (anime - Sequel)