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A small, lone Kappa miraculously survives over 200 years into modern day Japan, when he is found by young Koichi. Coo, who is secretly adopted by Koichi's family, searches with his new human friend for unpopulated places in hopes of finding any remaining of his kind.
The film tells the story of Koichi, a young boy who finds a mysterious, talking puppy named Coo washed up on a beach. As Koichi and his grandmother take Coo in, they discover he is actually a kappa, a mythical water creature from Japanese folklore. Their quiet life is disrupted by the arrival of other kappas and humans who seek to exploit Coo's unique abilities, leading to a heartwarming and sometimes dangerous adventure.
Summer Days with Coo was generally well-received by critics and audiences, praised for its heartwarming story, beautiful animation, and unique blend of fantasy and slice-of-life elements. It resonated particularly with families and those interested in Japanese folklore.
Praised for its charming and heartwarming portrayal of an unlikely friendship.
Appreciated for its visually appealing animation and imaginative storytelling.
Noted for its gentle pacing and focus on family and cultural themes.
Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly enjoyed 'Summer Days with Coo,' frequently highlighting its touching story about friendship and acceptance. Many found the animation beautiful and the characters endearing, making it a delightful experience for all ages.
Nominated for Best Animation at the 11th Japan Media Arts Festival Awards.
The film is based on the children's novel 'Kappa: A Journey of Discovery' by Mamoru Sano.
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Nice animation movie about the friendship of a kid and a mithological being from Japanese culture. Deep, with some insight about the meaning of life and loneliness. Still, it keeps just being a remasterization of another movies like E.T. or...