Norakuro-kun
October, 1987, Autumn. In Suganami, Tokyo, there lives the Kinoshita family whereby the father draws very little pay out of his job as an ordinary salaryman. In order to cover expenses, he decides to let out the second floor of their apartment to earn additional rental income. One day, an obstinate-looking eldery dog, accompanied by a younger boy-dog, came knocking on their doors. The eldery dog addresses himself as Norayama Kuroyoshi and introduces his grandson as Norakuro. The former wants to open a detective agency and intends to rent the unit for their office. He will be the president of the investigative bureau while Norakuro-kun will be the director. He will also recruit one of the Kinoshita's sons, Keita-kun, as his employee and their advisor will be the girl-next-door, a high school student by the name of Rika Sawaguchi. On the third day since the official opening of the office, the telephone rang, a signal of a new case.
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Plot Summary
The series follows the comical misadventures of Norakuro, a mischievous young dog who dreams of becoming a great baseball player. Despite his lack of natural talent and often chaotic approach, Norakuro joins the Tōkai Pirates baseball team. The show blends sports action with slapstick humor and character-driven comedy as Norakuro and his teammates navigate challenges both on and off the field.
Critical Reception
Norakuro-kun was a popular children's anime in its time, appreciated for its lighthearted humor and energetic presentation. While not critically acclaimed in the way of more serious anime, it is remembered fondly by those who grew up with it for its simple charm and memorable characters.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its slapstick comedy and appeal to younger audiences.
- The animation style is typical of late 1980s children's anime.
- Character designs are memorable and contribute to the show's lighthearted tone.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older title, but general sentiment reflects nostalgia for its comedic elements and characters.
Fun Fact
The original Norakuro character dates back to the 1930s, created by Suihō Tagawa, making the 1988 anime a modern adaptation of a classic manga.
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