Hinamatsuri
Hinamatsuri

Hinamatsuri

2018TV ShowEndedJapanese

One night, a strange object falls on the head of Nitta, a member of the yakuza. Inside the box is a strange young girl named Hina. She has tremendous supernatural powers, and Nitta finds himself reluctantly taking her in. Her powers can come in handy for his yakuza business, but he also runs the risk of her using them on him! Not to mention, if she doesn't use her powers, she will eventually go berserk and destroy everything around her. Nitta and Hina's strange life together is just beginning...

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IMDb8.1/10
Google Users96%
Director: Keiichirō KawaguchiGenres: Comedy, Sci-Fi, Slice of Life, Supernatural

Plot Summary

Hinamatsuri follows Yoshizaki, a yakuza member who unexpectedly finds his life turned upside down when a mysterious girl with telekinetic powers, Hina, appears and demands to live with him. Their chaotic cohabitation escalates with the arrival of another psychic girl, Nitta, creating a bizarre and hilarious dynamic. The series explores the comedic struggles of these supernatural girls adapting to normal life, their impact on the people around them, and the absurdity that ensues.

Critical Reception

Hinamatsuri was widely acclaimed by critics and audiences for its unique blend of comedy, supernatural elements, and surprisingly heartfelt moments. It is often praised for its sharp writing, memorable characters, and effective use of absurdity to create both laughter and touching narratives.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its exceptionally funny and often surreal humor.
  • Appreciated for its well-developed characters and their evolving relationships.
  • Noted for successfully balancing comedic situations with genuinely touching emotional beats.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved Hinamatsuri, frequently highlighting its laugh-out-loud comedy and endearing characters. Many viewers found the show to be a delightful surprise, offering a perfect mix of zaniness and heartwarming moments that made it a memorable viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The distinctive art style and character designs, particularly for Hina, were heavily influenced by the manga's original artist, Masao Tsutsumi, ensuring a faithful visual adaptation.

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Can be interesting/surprising/original/funny/weird/warm, but you have to be a bit patient => I ended up liking it starting from episode ~4; before, in my case, it was a bit a mixed bag. I'll probably watch it again in the future. Each tim...