Ningen Kousaten

Human Crossing / 人間交差点 / Human Scramble

Genres: Drama, Seinen
Demographics: Seinen
Studios: A.C.G.T.
Producers: OB Planning, Shogakukan Productions, TV Tokyo
Licensors: Geneon Entertainment USA, Maiden Japan
Rating: 6.31 / 10
Rank: #8386
Popularity: #9429
Users Listed: 4,593
Users Scored: 943
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 11/08/2024
Aired: April 6, 2003 – June 29, 2003 (Spring)
Type: tv
Source: manga
Age Rating: PG 13
Episodes: 13
Broadcast: Sunday at 00:55 (JST)

Synopsis:

*Human Crossing* presents a series of interconnected stories exploring the complexities of modern Japanese life. The anime focuses on ordinary individuals navigating personal struggles and unexpected connections amidst the backdrop of contemporary society. Each vignette delves into intimate moments – a boxer confronting a fractured family history, a lawyer championing a vulnerable client, a businessman reevaluating his priorities, and a woman grappling with a complicated paternal relationship.

The narrative emphasizes subtle emotional shifts and the quiet resilience found in everyday interactions. Rather than grand narratives, *Human Crossing* offers nuanced character studies, highlighting moments of hope and the strength discovered through facing life's challenges. It’s a contemplative work that prioritizes realistic portrayals of human relationships over dramatic spectacle, inviting viewers to reflect on the shared experiences that shape us all.