Hoozuki no Reitetsu OVA

鬼灯の冷徹 OAD / Cool-headed Hoozuki OVA / Hozuki no Reitetsu OVA

Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Mythology, Seinen
Themes: Mythology
Demographics: Seinen
Studios: Studio Deen, Wit Studio
Producers: Starchild Records
Rating: 7.84 / 10
Rank: #985
Popularity: #5384
Users Listed: 19,056
Users Scored: 7,943
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 04/17/2023
Aired: February 23, 2015 – March 23, 2017 (Winter)
Type: ova
Source: manga
Age Rating: PG 13
Episodes: 4

Synopsis:

The story unfolds within the celestial bureaucracy of Hoozuki, a realm dedicated to managing the afterlife. It follows Hozuki, a diligent and somewhat weary god tasked with overseeing the endless procession of souls. The series explores the mundane realities of this divine office – paperwork, bureaucratic hurdles, and the peculiar personalities of the deceased who populate it.

Humor arises from the juxtaposition of divine authority and earthly absurdity, portraying a world where gods are prone to complaining and even petty squabbles. The animation style emphasizes character expressions and detailed environments, lending a distinctive visual tone to the narrative. While lighthearted in its approach, the anime subtly examines themes of duty, mortality, and the enduring nature of human quirks, even beyond the veil of death. It offers a contemplative look at work-life balance with a supernatural twist.