TV-Series
Description
"Tao Tao Ehonkan" is a children's anime series that adapts traditional folktales and moral stories from various cultures, presenting them in an accessible and engaging format for young audiences. The series is structured as an anthology, with each episode featuring a self-contained story, often centered around animals or anthropomorphic characters. These tales are designed to impart moral lessons, cultural values, and universal themes such as kindness, honesty, perseverance, and the consequences of one's actions.

The narrative style is straightforward, with a focus on simplicity and clarity to resonate with its target audience. The characters, often animals like rabbits, monkeys, or foxes, are depicted in a whimsical and endearing manner, embodying traits that align with the moral of each story. For example, a clever fox might outwit a greedy character, teaching the importance of intelligence over deceit, while a humble rabbit might demonstrate the rewards of patience and hard work.

The series does not follow a continuous plot or recurring main characters across episodes. Instead, each episode introduces new characters and settings, drawing from a rich tapestry of global folklore. Stories may originate from Japanese, Chinese, African, or European traditions, offering a diverse range of cultural perspectives. The animation style is simple and colorful, emphasizing the charm and relatability of the characters while maintaining a focus on the narrative's moral core.

"Tao Tao Ehonkan" serves as an educational tool, blending entertainment with lessons that encourage empathy, critical thinking, and ethical behavior. Its episodic structure allows for flexibility in storytelling, ensuring that each tale remains fresh and engaging while consistently delivering its intended message. The series is well-suited for young viewers, providing both entertainment and a gentle introduction to moral and cultural concepts.
Information
Tao Tao Ehonkan
タオタオ絵本館
Tao Tao - Tiergeschichten aus aller Welt
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 52
Date: 04/15/1983 – 04/15/1984
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Story about a crow who wanted to look like a woodpecker
2Story about a rabbit who beat a lion
3Story about a self-righteous snake
4Story about three puffy frog sisters
5Story about the crocodile king and his sick wife
6Story about a rabbit who started a big rumour
7Story about a white camel
8Story about a careful bat
9Story about a vain vulture
10Story about the moving day of the birds
11Story about the adventure of the small fish
12Story about the wedding party of the fairies
13Story about unusual friends
14Story about the difficult problem that troubled the mouse
15Story about the selfish weather vane
16Story about the discontent butterfly
17Story about three little pigs
18Story about a zebra
19Story about a rainbow bird
20Story about a small dog and a big bone
21Story about a babbling turtle
22Story about an ugly duckling
23Story about an owl and the north wind
24Story about the cat in boots
25Story about the gift of a fish
26Story about the missing fairies
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Taku Sugiyama
    Tatsuo Shimamura
    Shûichi Nakahara
  • Storyboard
    Taku Sugiyama
    Norio Yazawa
    Hideki Takayama
    Yukio Suzuki
    Chikao Katsui
    Mamoru Hamatsu
    Norio Kashima
    Masamune Ochiai
    Kazuhito Kikuchi
    Katsumi Minoguchi
    Osamu Inoue
    Kazuhiko Ikegami
    Shûichi Nakahara
    Hiroshi Jinsenji
    Fumio Tashiro
    Mitsuaki Masuda
    Hisashi Ōno
    Keiichirō Mochizuki
    Nobuo Ōnuki
    Eisuke Kondō
    Masayuki Ōzeki
  • Character Design
    Shûichi Nakahara
    Chiaki Murano
  • Animation Director
    Kuniyuki Ishii
    Shinnosuke Kon
    Kazuo Tomizawa
    Eiji Suzuki
    Tadashi Shirakawa
    Noboru Akiyama
    Shinichi Fujii
    Ikuko Motofuji
  • Producer
    Takeshi Ishiguro
  • Script
    Mami Watanabe
    Takeshi Takahashi
    Naoko Miyake
    Keiji Kubota
    Nobuko Morita
    Osamu Kagami
    Hiroshi Ootsuka
    Toru Irie
    Toshia Yagi
    Shun Yukawa
    Toshiaki Imai
    Shozo Yokobori
  • Music
    Karel Svoboda
    Alexander Blechinger
    Yasunori Tsuchida
    Yasuo Tsuchida
  • Art Director
    Shûichi Nakahara
  • Sound Director
    Susumu Aketagawa
Production
  • Production
    TV Osaka
    Apollo Film
    Shunmao