Midorihara Labyrinth Review: Enter a fascinating world of adventure and puzzle solving

A comprehensive review and recommendation of Ryokunohara Labyrinth

overview

Ryokunohara Labyrinth is an OVA released by Victor Music Industries on May 25, 1990. The original work is a manga by Hoshino Kana, and the director, character designer, and animation director was Kakinouchi Narumi, and the production was done by Victor Music Industries and AIC. This work has two episodes in total, a short but dense story of 40 minutes.

story

"Midorinohara Labyrinth" is a fantasy story set in a mysterious place called Midorinohara. One day, the protagonist Hiroki Imanishi is suddenly drawn into the labyrinth, and together with Kanata Tokino and Farre, whom he meets there, he aims to escape from the labyrinth. The story revolves around solving mysteries and adventures, and depicts the growth and friendship of the characters.

character

Hiroki Imanishi (voiced by Toshihiko Seki)
The main character is a boy. The story begins when he is drawn into the Midorinohara Labyrinth. Brave and curious, he aims to escape from the labyrinth with his friends.

Tokino Kanata (voiced by Yamaguchi Kappei)
A boy who was drawn into the labyrinth along with Hiroki Imanishi. He has a calm and intelligent personality and supports his friends. His knowledge and insight contribute greatly to their escape from the labyrinth.

Fale (voiced by Kumiko Nishihara)
A mysterious girl who lives in the labyrinth. Her existence is the key to the story, and she and her friends will unravel the secrets of the labyrinth. Her past and her connection to the labyrinth will gradually become clear.

Background

Midorinohara Meikyuu is based on the manga by Hoshino Kana. It has been adapted into an OVA, keeping the fantasy elements and adventurous spirit of the original work intact. Director Kakinouchi Narumi also worked as character designer and animation director, visually expressing the worldview of the work. It was produced by Victor Onsan and AIC, and used cutting-edge animation techniques for the time.

Recognition and Awards

"Midorinohara Labyrinth" was highly praised for its short but dense storyline and beautiful visuals. The quality of the character designs and drawings was particularly praised, making it a monumental work in fantasy anime. The story development and character growth were also skillfully depicted, deeply moving viewers. However, due to the small number of episodes, many viewers said they wanted to see more.

Recommended points

1. Beautiful visuals <br> The world of Midorinohara Labyrinth is expressed through beautiful backgrounds and character designs. In particular, the interior of the labyrinth and the natural scenery are depicted in great detail, making it highly visually appealing.

2. Deep story <br> Although it is short, it skillfully depicts the growth of the characters, friendship, and the secrets of the labyrinth. It also has an element of solving mysteries, and the story development draws the viewer in, making it appealing.

3. The appeal of the characters <br> The three characters, Imanishi Hiroki, Tokino Kanata, and Fale, are all unique and attractive. Their growth and friendship are depicted, leaving a deep impression on the viewers.

Related works and recommendations

If you enjoyed "Midori Nohara Labyrinth," we also recommend the following works:

1. Labyrinth Story
Another fantasy story set in a labyrinth, it is packed with elements of adventure and puzzle solving, and will be enjoyed by fans of Midori no Hara Labyrinth.

2. The Legend of Laputa
A masterpiece by director Hayao Miyazaki, it depicts a world of adventure and fantasy. Like Midori no Hara Labyrinth, it is appealing with its beautiful visuals and deep story.

3. "Castle in the Sky"
Also directed by Hayao Miyazaki, this fantasy film depicts adventure and friendship, and will be enjoyed by fans of Midori no Majo.

summary

Ryokunohara Labyrinth is a short but highly acclaimed OVA work with a dense story and beautiful visuals. The adventures and growth of the protagonists, as well as the secrets of the labyrinth, are skillfully depicted, deeply moving the viewer. It is a work that can be said to be a monumental work of fantasy anime, so please give it a watch.

More Information

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

May 25, 1990

■Release and sales

Victor Music Industries

■Frequencies

40 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 2

■Original Story

Hoshino Kana

■ Director

Narumi Kakinouchi

■ Production

Victor Sound, AIC