Akiba's Trip The Animation
Akiba's Trip The Animation

Akiba's Trip The Animation

2017TV ShowEnded1 SeasonJapanese

Set in Akihabara, the shopping area has been invaded by creatures known as "Synthisters" who prey on the patrons of Akihabara, feasting on their social energy and will to live. These enemies can only be stopped by direct exposure to sunlight, meaning to defeat these synthisters their clothes need to be ripped off exposing them to sunlight.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Hiroshi NegishiGenres: Action, Comedy, Supernatural

Plot Summary

In the otaku paradise of Akihabara, an ordinary high school student named Tamotsu is attacked by a vampire. He is saved by a mysterious girl named Niwaka, who fights against the 'Bugged Ones' - beings who feed on human life force. Tamotsu, transformed into a vampire himself, joins Niwaka and her companions to protect Akihabara from the supernatural threat.

Critical Reception

Akiba's Trip The Animation received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its quirky premise and attempts at humor, many found the animation quality to be subpar, the plot thin and unengaging, and the overall execution disappointing. It is generally considered a niche title appealing primarily to fans of the original game series.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised by a small group for its unique premise blending otaku culture with supernatural action.
  • Widely criticized for inconsistent and low-quality animation.
  • The plot was often described as predictable and lacking depth.
  • Character development was considered superficial by many viewers.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Akiba's Trip The Animation are scarce and largely unenthusiastic. Those who have commented often cite the animation as a major drawback, with some finding the story and characters to be uninspired. It appears to have garnered very little attention or strong opinions from the general Google user base.

Fun Fact

The series is based on the video game of the same name, which features a unique 'strip-fighting' mechanic where players defeat enemies by stripping them of their clothes.

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