TV-Series
Description
"Glasslip" is a 13-episode anime series set in the coastal town of Hinodehama, where a group of high school friends navigate the complexities of relationships, personal aspirations, and unexpected supernatural phenomena. The central character, Touko Fukami, is a glass artist who works at her family's glass studio. She is joined by her close-knit group of friends: the reserved and thoughtful Yanagi Takayama, the cheerful and energetic Kakeru Okikura, the pragmatic and level-headed Sachi Nagamiya, and the easygoing Hiro Shirosaki. Their lives take a turn when a transfer student, Yuki Imi, arrives and becomes intertwined with their group.

Yuki possesses a mysterious ability to hear fragments of the future, which he refers to as "scraps of the future." This ability creates tension and curiosity among the group, particularly Touko, who becomes increasingly drawn to Yuki. As the story progresses, the dynamics between the characters shift, revealing unspoken feelings, unresolved emotions, and personal struggles. Touko's passion for glass art serves as a metaphor for the fragility and transparency of their relationships, while Yuki's visions add an element of uncertainty and introspection.

The narrative explores themes of self-discovery, the passage of time, and the impact of choices on personal and interpersonal growth. Each character grapples with their own challenges: Touko seeks to understand her feelings and artistic identity, Yanagi confronts her unrequited love, Kakeru struggles with his family's expectations, Sachi balances her practicality with her emotions, and Hiro reflects on his carefree attitude. Yuki's presence acts as a catalyst, forcing the group to confront their fears and desires.

The series blends slice-of-life elements with subtle supernatural undertones, creating a contemplative and atmospheric tone. The relationships between the characters evolve organically, with moments of tension, humor, and vulnerability. While the story avoids dramatic plot twists, it focuses on the quiet, introspective moments that define the characters' journeys. The coastal setting and the recurring motif of glass art underscore the themes of clarity, fragility, and transformation, providing a fitting backdrop for the narrative.
Information
GLASSLIP
グラスリップ
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 13
Movie/Episode length: 23 min.
Date: 07/03/2014
Categories
Genre
Everyday DramaLove DramaRomance
Tags
PsychologicallyMagic
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Fireworks
2Bench
3Utility Tank
4Steep Road
5Hinode Bridge
6Punch
7Bicycle
8Snow
9Moon
10Jonathan
11Piano
12Fireworks (Again)
13Shooting Star
Cast
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Staff
  • Director
    Junji Nishimura
  • Script
    Junji Nishimura
    Rika Satō
    Takebumi Anzai
  • Episode Director
    Toshiya Shinohara
    Hiroshi Morioka
    Hideaki Kurakawa
    Tomoaki Ohta
    Mitsutaka Noshitani
    Hirokazu Hanai
    Daisuke Tsukushi
    Takebumi Anzai
  • Character Design
    Miki Takeshita
  • Chief Animation Director
    Miki Takeshita
  • Art design
    Mayumi Miyaoka
    Yohei Kodama
    Yūta Fujii
  • Sound Director
    Kōji Tsujitani
  • Executive producer
    Hisato Usui
    Yoshiyuki Matsunaga
    Hideyuki Nanba
    Kazuyoshi Fukuba
    Shigeru Saitō
  • Series Composition
    Junji Nishimura
    Rika Satō
  • Storyboard
    Junji Nishimura
    Toshiya Shinohara
    Nagisa Miyazaki
    Takao Kato
    Hideyo Yamamoto
    Hideaki Kurakawa
    Takebumi Anzai
    Shinya Kawatsura
  • Music
    Akito Matsuda
  • Art Director
    Toshie Honda
  • Animation Director
    Makoto Koga
    Hideaki Shimada
    Hiromi Okazaki
    Takenori Tsukuma
    Shūji Takahara
    Yūji Miyashita
    Yoshio Usuda
    Kenji Matsuoka
    Kōsuke Kawazura
    Toshiyuki Nanto
    Jung-Duk Seo
    Yurie Ōhigashi
    Ai Yamazaki
    Ayumi Nishibata
    Yūki Akiyama
    Kasumi Fukagawa
    Miki Takeshita
    Nao Ōtsu
    Min Seop Shin
    Hyung Tak Ju
  • 3D Director
    Kōsuke Haruta
  • Director of Photography
    Tomo Namiki
  • Producer
    Kenji Horikawa
    Takayuki Nagatani
    Takema Okamura
    Yasushi Ōshima
    Fumiki Yamazaki
    Yōsuke Wada
    Terushige Yoshie
Production
  • Production
    Infinite
    Pony Canyon
    Showgate
  • Animation Production
    P.A. Works
Music
Opening
“Natsu no Hi to Kimi no Koe" (夏の日と君の声; A Summer Day With Your Voice)”
Ending
“Tōmei na Sekai" (透明な世界; Transparent World)”
Insert songs
Ep. 11
“Natsu no Hi to Kimi no Koe" (夏の日と君の声; A Summer Day & Your Voice)”