"Nin Nin Ga Shinobuden" review: What is the appeal of nonsense kunoichi fiction?

"Ninnin ga Shinobuden THE NONSENSE KUNOICHI FICTION": The ninja world of laughter and adventure

Ninnin ga Shinobuden: The Nonsense Kunoichi Fiction is a 2004 anime TV series based on the manga by Koga Ryoichi. The anime aired on CBC and UHF, with a total of 12 episodes between July 8 and September 25, 2004. Each episode was 30 minutes long and was animated by Ufotable and produced by the Ninnin ga Shinobuden Production Committee (Toshiba Entertainment, Happinet Pictures, Hakuhodo DY Media Partners, Frontier Works). Copyright ©2004 Koga Ryoichi, ASCII Media Works/Ninnin ga Shinobuden Production Committee.

story

The story of Nin Nin Ga Shinobuden revolves around the adventures of Shinobu, an apprentice ninja at a ninja school. Shinobu is ordered by the perverted leader Onsokumaru to "steal a high school girl's panties," and so he breaks into the room of an ordinary high school girl, Kaede. However, the story takes an unexpected turn from there, and other ninjas, including Shinobu's sister Miyabi and Sasuke, get caught up in a slapstick comedy of training, playing, and even getting eaten by a crocodile. This anime is characterized by its high-tension and humorous content, and will have viewers laughing their heads off.

cast

The voice actors for the main characters are as follows:

• Shinobi: Nana Mizuki
• Maple: Ayako Kawasumi
• Elegant: Rie Kugimiya
• Sonic Maru: Norio Wakamoto
• Sasuke: Tomokazu Seki

These voice actors bring out the best in each character, enhancing the appeal of the work. In particular, Nana Mizuki's role as Shinobu is a perfect match of her strong and cute voice, leaving a strong impression on viewers.

Main Staff

The following staff members are involved in the production of "Nin Nin Ga Shinobuden."

• Original work: Ryoichi Koga (published by MediaWorks)
• Director: Hitoyuki Matsui
• Series composition and script: Ryunosuke Kanetsuki
• Series Director: Haruo Tonosaki
• Character design: Jun Shibata
• Prop design: Mitsuru Funai
• Art director: Hiroshi Ohno
• Color setting: Emi Chiba
• Director of photography: Takeshi Nagata
• Edited by: Tsuyoshi Imai
• Music: Harukichi Yamamoto
• Sound Director: Aketagawa Jin
• Production Producer: Hikaru Kondo
• Animation Production: UFOtable
• Produced by: Ninnin ga Shinobuden Production Committee (Toshiba Entertainment, Happinet Pictures, Hakuhodo DY Media Partners, Frontier Works)

Thanks to the cooperation of these staff members, we were able to faithfully reproduce the worldview of the original work while bringing out the unique charm of anime. In particular, Director Matsui Hitoyuki's direction exquisitely expresses the humor and sense of tempo of the work. In addition, Jun Shibata's character design makes the characters from the original work even more appealing in the anime.

subtitle

The subtitles for each episode are as follows:

• Episode 1: The Apprentice Ninja's Visit / The Leader Appears
• Episode 2: Ninja has fun at a cherry blossom viewing party/Ninja goes on a date with Kaede
• Episode 3: Sonicmaru gets angry/Shinobi leaves home
• Episode 4: Ninja gets hot / Miyabi falls in love
• Episode 5: Sonic Maru falls into hell / Ninjas hold a summer festival
• Episode 6: A Typhoon Has Come/Ninja Hunts Mushrooms
• Episode 7: Sonicmaru and the others get together / Shinobi and the others play ball
• Episode 8: The ninja transforms / The monster plant goes wild
• Episode 9: A girl gets warm / Kaede catches a cold
• Episode 10: Ninja, Christmas / Ninja, Cursed
• Episode 11: The Legend of Sasuke Begins / The Ninja Repays His Favor
• Episode 12: The Secret of Sonicmaru / Farewell to the Ninja

As you can see from the subtitles, each episode is unique and full of humor. In particular, the episodes that depict the growth of Shinobu and his interactions with his friends have an excellent balance of moving viewers while also providing some laughs.

Theme songs and music

The theme songs and insert songs for "Nin Nin Ga Shinobuden" are as follows.

• OP1: Shinobu arrives!
  • Lyricist: Yuriko Mori
  • Composer: Takeshi Isozaki
  • Arrangement: Suzuki Daichi Hideyuki
  • Sung by: Kiyomi Kuma
• ED1: Kurukururin
  • Lyricist: Matsuda Motoki
  • Composer: Miki Watanabe
  • Arrangement: Kazunori Watanabe
  • Sung by: kaoru
• IN1: Shinobu Ondo
  • Lyricist: Kiyomi Kumano
  • Composer: MIDORI
  • Arrangement: Bao Guo
  • Vocals: Shinobu (Mizuki Nana)

These songs are important elements in enhancing the atmosphere of the work. In particular, the opening song "Shinobu is here!" is a powerful song that symbolizes Shinobu's exploits, drawing viewers in. The ending song "Kuru Kuru Rin" expresses the humorous side of the work, bringing a smile to the viewers' faces. Furthermore, the inserted song "Shinobu Ondo" helps viewers understand Shinobu's character even more deeply.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Ninnin ga Shinobuden: The Nonsense Kunoichi Fiction" has been loved by many viewers for its humor and high-tension plot. In particular, the human drama depicted through the growth of the ninjas and their interactions with their friends not only brings laughter but also emotion. In addition, the performances of the voice actors and the direction of the staff are superb, bringing out the charm of the work to the fullest.

This anime is especially recommended for those who like ninjas and comedies. In addition, it will be enjoyed by fans of popular voice actors such as Nana Mizuki and Rie Kugimiya. Although it is a short series with only 12 episodes, it is packed with a dense story and laughs, so you can watch it all in one go.

The original manga is also very interesting, so reading it after watching the anime is another way to enjoy the series. Ryoichi Koga's unique style of drawing and storytelling have a different appeal from the anime.

Furthermore, if you are a fan of this anime, you should also check out other works produced by Ufotable, such as Fate/Zero and Kara no Kyoukai, which have the same studio quality.

Finally, "Ninnin Ga Shinobuden: The Nonsense Kunoichi Fiction" is a wonderful anime full of laughs, adventure, and emotion. Please watch it and experience its charm for yourself.