Kyou no Asuka Show

Today's Asuka Show / 今日のあすかショー
Kyou no Asuka Show
Genres: Comedy, Ecchi, Seinen
Demographics: Seinen
Studios: SILVER LINK.
Producers: Half H.P Studio, Lantis
Rating: 6.56 / 10
Rank: #6887
Popularity: #3384
Users Listed: 51,464
Users Scored: 18,155
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 04/16/2022
Aired: August 3, 2012 – January 5, 2013 (Summer)
Type: ona
Source: manga
Age Rating: PG 13
Episodes: 20

Synopsis:

"Today's Asuka Show" presents episodic vignettes centered on Asuka, a seemingly naive high school student whose actions consistently misinterpret social cues. The series explores the humorous discomfort arising from misunderstandings between Asuka and the male characters in her life. Each installment details a unique scenario where Asuka's innocent intentions are unintentionally perceived as provocative, leading to awkward and often comedic situations.

The anime adopts a slice-of-life approach, focusing on interpersonal dynamics within a school setting. It examines themes of perception, innocence versus experience, and the complexities of social interaction, all delivered with a lighthearted tone. While the premise hinges on potentially suggestive situations, the series emphasizes Asuka’s obliviousness rather than intentionality, creating an atmosphere of gently awkward humor. The show offers a glimpse into everyday interactions viewed through a lens of charmingly misplaced naivety.

Characters:

  • Kyouno, Asuka (Main) - Voice Actors: Noto, Arisa
  • Kyouno, Father (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Fujiwara, Keiji
  • Sawada, Mao (Supporting)

Staff:

  • Jinbo, Masato (Director)
  • Kudou, Masashi (Director, Character Design)
  • Watanabe, Jun (Sound Director)
  • Noto, Arisa (Theme Song Performance)
  • Iwatani, Kouki (Sound Effects)
  • Kigasawa, Sachiko (Art Director)
  • Mori, Taishi (Original Creator)
  • Oka, Ryouko (Color Design)
  • Tsubone, Kentarou (Editing)

Related Anime/Manga:

  • Kyou no Asuka Show (manga - Adaptation)