Oh! Edo Rocket
Oh! Edo Rocket is a stage play written for the Gekidan Shinkansen theater troupe by Kazuki Nakashima. It was adapted into an anime TV series in April 2007, directed by Seiji Mizushima and produced by Studio Madhouse. It is a comedic story often breaking the fourth wall, that involves a firework maker in medieval Edo and his efforts to build a rocket to carry an alien back to her people on the moon. The series made its North American television debut on the FUNimation Channel on November 15, 2010.
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Plot Summary
In the Edo period of Japan, a young girl named Sora dreams of flying to the moon. She becomes entangled with a secretive group of inventors and oddballs who are secretly working on building a giant rocket. Together, they face numerous challenges and comical mishaps as they strive to achieve their seemingly impossible goal of reaching the stars.
Critical Reception
Oh! Edo Rocket is a quirky and imaginative anime series that blends historical setting with fantastical elements. While it may not have received widespread critical acclaim, it is appreciated for its unique premise, colorful characters, and whimsical storytelling, offering a lighthearted and entertaining viewing experience.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its creative and original concept.
- Appreciated for its charming and eccentric cast of characters.
- Noted for its humorous approach to a historical setting with sci-fi elements.
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Fun Fact
The series is set in the fictional town of "Kanemachi," which is inspired by historical Edo period towns and incorporates fantastical elements like steam-powered technology and early forms of flight.
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