TV-Series
Description
"Ultraman Kids no Kotowaza Monogatari" is a 1986 anime series that blends the Ultraman franchise with educational storytelling, aimed primarily at younger audiences. The narrative revolves around a group of children who are part of the Ultraman Kids Club, a team dedicated to learning and applying life lessons through proverbs and moral teachings. Each episode incorporates a Japanese proverb or saying, which serves as the central theme guiding the characters’ actions and decisions.

The main characters include Hiroshi, Ken, and Ai, who are the core members of the Ultraman Kids Club. They are joined by their mentor, Ultraman, who appears in a smaller, child-friendly form to guide and support them. The children often find themselves in various situations where they must solve problems, overcome challenges, or help others. These scenarios are designed to teach valuable life lessons, such as the importance of teamwork, honesty, perseverance, and kindness.

The series is episodic, with each episode presenting a self-contained story that concludes with the characters reflecting on the proverb of the day. The proverbs are explained in a way that is accessible to children, often accompanied by a moral or practical application. For example, one episode might focus on the proverb "Fall seven times, stand up eight," emphasizing resilience and the importance of not giving up in the face of adversity.

Throughout the series, the Ultraman Kids encounter various challenges, ranging from everyday dilemmas to more fantastical situations involving monsters or otherworldly beings. These encounters often require the children to use their wits, creativity, and the lessons they’ve learned to resolve conflicts and achieve positive outcomes. Ultraman occasionally intervenes directly, but the focus remains on the children’s growth and their ability to apply the proverbs in real-life contexts.

The series maintains a lighthearted and educational tone, with a strong emphasis on moral and ethical development. It combines elements of adventure, fantasy, and slice-of-life storytelling, making it both entertaining and instructive for its target audience. The integration of traditional Japanese proverbs adds a cultural dimension, providing viewers with insights into Japanese values and wisdom.

Overall, "Ultraman Kids no Kotowaza Monogatari" is a unique entry in the Ultraman franchise, offering a blend of action, education, and moral storytelling that appeals to younger viewers while staying true to the spirit of the Ultraman universe.
Information
Ultraman Kids no Kotowaza Monogatari
ウルトラマンキッズのことわざ物語
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 26
Movie/Episode length: 10 min.
Date: 04/16/1986 – 11/19/1986
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Cast
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Staff
  • Director
    Masayoshi Ozaki
  • Storyboard
    Yoshitaka Fujimoto
    Mitsuo Kusakabe
    Eiji Okabe
    Tetsuo Yasumi
    Yoshinori Nakamura
    Yasuo Kageyama
    Takamitsu Yukawa
    Yasuo Ishikawa
    Masaru Miyoshi
    Shigeru Ōmachi
    Kiyoshi Murayama
    Yūji Uchida
    Jutarō Ōba
  • Music
    Shunsuke Kikuchi
  • Art Director
    Torao Arai
  • Producer
    Kenji Nagai
    Shizuka Tamagawa
    Naoyuki Etō
    Yūzō Higuchi
  • Script
    Hiroshi Toda
    Hiroko Naka
    Mie Hirano
    Keiji Kubota
    Yūho Hanazono
    Kazuho Shimura
    Tetsuo Hirata
    Rin Takagi
    Shigeru Satō
  • Episode Director
    Yoshitaka Fujimoto
    Mitsuo Kusakabe
    Eiji Okabe
    Yoshinori Nakamura
    Kiyoshi Murayama
    Takamitsu Yukawa
    Osamu Kamijō
    Masaru Miyoshi
    Kazuhiko Yamada
    Hisashi Ōno
    Jutarō Ōba
    Shigeru Ōmachi
    Yūji Uchida
  • Character Design
    Kakuko Shinozaki
  • Animation Director
    Toshi Noma
    Kazuo Iimura
    Yoshishige Kosako
    Yoshinori Nakamura
    Takafumi Hayashi
    Norifumi Okuyama
    Osamu Kamijō
    Motoki Horiguchi
Production
  • Production
    Tokyo Broadcasting System
    Tsuburaya Productions