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Gugure! Kokkuri-san
A little girl named Kohina ends up summoning a Kokkuri-san, a lower-ranking ghost in Japanese folklore. The Kokkuri-san she calls ends up being a white-haired handsome, young man. Although he had intended to merely haunt her at first, he becomes worried about her terrible eating habit of cup ramen for every meal, so he decides to haunt her in order to protect her.
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Plot Summary
A lonely, self-absorbed elementary school girl named Kohina Ichimatsu decides to summon a fox spirit, Kokkuri-san, believing it will fulfill her desires. To her surprise, Kokkuri-san actually appears, but he is not the dutiful servant she expected. Instead, he's a perpetually worried and somewhat exasperated spirit who decides Kohina is too unhealthy to be left alone and imposes himself on her life, often with the help of other supernatural beings.
Critical Reception
Gugure! Kokkuri-san was generally well-received by critics and audiences for its quirky humor, fast-paced gags, and charming characters. It was praised for its effective parody of supernatural anime tropes and its ability to deliver consistent laughs.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its rapid-fire comedic timing and clever parodies.
Appreciated for its endearing and memorable cast of characters.
Found to be a delightful and consistently funny supernatural comedy.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the show's ability to deliver constant laughs and its unique, eccentric humor. Many enjoyed the interactions between the characters and the overall lighthearted atmosphere.
Fun Fact
The character of Kokkuri-san is based on a Japanese séance ritual called Kokkuri-bō, though the anime takes significant comedic liberties with the concept.
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