Ahh yes. The underrated and underdog that no one talks about. There’s gotta be that one anime that flies over everyone’s radar. Hakumei To Mikochi everyone.
So...no ones talking about this show...why???
It’s weird really how this is one of my favourite anime of the season. I mean it’s about the life of tiny people and how they go through events everyday. It’s a way to end a Friday if you ask me.
The main story centres around our two main characters Hakumei and Mikochi. The two of them has some of the best character chemistry and interaction I have ever seen. It’s clear how much those 2 care for each other and how they both go through obstacles together. Mikochi is like your housewife who does a lot of the housework and food prep. Hakumei on the other hand is the one who works outside and do lots of mechanical work. It’s fun watching those 2 do what they do best.
Some of the side characters’ personality proves to be great and well and some of them have a pretty sad backstory. Even if they minimal screen time, every second they appear I receive joy from them.
I really am tempted to ship Hakumei and Mikochi and want to make this shoujo ai as much as possible, but I shouldn’t.
The animation and art style is super stylistic (as expected from Lerche). Beautiful colours and background art including amazing cinematography. With Andou Masaomi directing, it’s no surprise we get a lot of paneling during the series. He’s also done this with his previous work “Kuzu no Honkai.”
He music is great for it also composed by Evan Call, who did music for the series “Violet Evergarden” at the same time. It easily sets the tone and atmosphere for any given situation. He’s looking to be the Kevin Penkin of the season. But both are equally talented in their music field.
The OP is spectacular with captivating visuals as well as a smooth and charming song that just helps you relax. But for maximum relaxation comes the ED with some extra info that forces you to watch the whole ED without skipping. Smart. Not many anime’s do that, so some extra information at the ED is pretty appreciated.
Overall Hakumei to Mikochi is one of the best series slice of life has to offer with beautiful characters, soundtrack. Art/animation, and interactions. I love the scale comparison when it comes to the characters and objects we see in everyday life. You begin to get a feel for them and be able to put yourself in their shoes. Sad this has a low score and not many people talk about it. But if you have any time to watch tiny people live in a forest and your Friday ain’t going well, I guarantee you that this series will lighten up the mood as well as your day.
Thank you Lerche.
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