Koro no Dai Sanpo

Koro's Big Day Out / コロの大さんぽ / Koro's big walk
Koro no Dai Sanpo
Genres: Adventure, Pets
Themes: Pets
Studios: Studio Ghibli
Rating: 6.57 / 10
Rank: #6811
Popularity: #10163
Users Listed: 3,645
Users Scored: 487
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 10/12/2019
Aired: October 1, 2001 (Fall)
Type: special
Source: original
Age Rating: G
Episodes: 1

Synopsis:

This short film observes the simple journey of Koro, a young puppy navigating the unfamiliar landscape of a quiet town. After escaping his home through an oversight, Koro embarks on a series of encounters as he wanders the streets. He briefly connects with various residents – a girl on a bicycle, an elderly canine, and a couple diligently searching for him. The film unfolds at a gentle pace, focusing on the puppy's sensory experiences and the subtle interactions that occur during his brief separation from his owner. It offers a contemplative glimpse into themes of belonging, loss, and the comforting familiarity of home, all rendered with a quiet observational style reminiscent of everyday life. The narrative emphasizes small moments and understated emotions, creating a tender and memorable experience.

Characters:

  • Koro (Main)
  • Sawako (Main)

Staff:

  • Miyazaki, Hayao (Director, Screenplay)
  • Yoshio, Hideaki (Episode Director)
  • Masuyama, Osamu (Background Art)
  • Morita, Hiroyuki (Key Animation)
  • Nomi, Yuuji (Music)
  • Onoda, Kazuyoshi (Key Animation)
  • Satou, Masako (In-Between Animation)
  • Tsuruoka, Koujirou (In-Between Animation)
  • Yasuda, Michiyo (Color Setting)
  • Yokota, Masafumi (Key Animation)
  • Yonebayashi, Hiromasa (Key Animation)

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