Negibouzu no Asatarou
ねぎぼうずのあさたろう
| Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Historical | |
| Themes: Historical | |
| Studios: Toei Animation | |
| Rank: #21059 | |
| Popularity: #16898 | |
| Users Listed: 572 | |
| Users Scored: 85 | |
| NSFW: No | |
| Last Updated: 04/26/2017 | |
| Aired: October 12, 2008 – September 27, 2009 (Fall) | |
| Type: tv | |
| Source: Picture Book | |
| Episodes: 48 |
Synopsis:
In a land steeped in tradition and shadowed by ancient conflicts, *Asatarou* follows a solitary samurai bearing an unusual appearance – an onion for a head. Shunned by many, Asatarou travels the countryside, offering his skills as a protector while grappling with a profound sense of isolation. The narrative explores themes of identity, belonging, and the unexpected strength found in difference. He encounters diverse communities and individuals, each interaction revealing layers of societal prejudice and quiet resilience. The anime unfolds with a deliberate pace, emphasizing atmosphere and character development over high-octane action. It's a contemplative story about finding purpose and acceptance within a world that often demands conformity, presented with subtle artistry and a melancholic beauty.
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Staff:
- Washio, Takashi (Producer)
- Hiroshima, Hideki (Episode Director)
- Kakudou, Hiroyuki (Episode Director, Storyboard)
- Sasaki, Noriyo (Episode Director, Storyboard)
- Shimizu, Higashi (Script)
- Shimizu, Megumi (Script)
- Yamada, Kenichi (Script)
- Yonemura, Shouji (Script, Series Composition)
- Shida, Naotoshi (Storyboard, Key Animation)
- Horie, Mitsuko (Theme Song Performance)
- Hirayama, Miho (Key Animation)
- Imaki, Hiroaki (Key Animation)
- Inagami, Akira (Character Design)
- Saitou, Kazuya (Assistant Animation Director)
- Sakuma, Shinichi (Key Animation, Animation Director)
- Sasakado, Nobuyoshi (Key Animation)
- Shintani, Naohiro (Key Animation)
- Sugiyama, Noboru (Planning)
- Uchiyama, Masayuki (Key Animation)
- Yamauchi, Daisuke (Key Animation)