TV-Series
Description
"Kyo no Gononi" is a short anime series that revolves around the life of a high school student named Kyo, who unexpectedly finds himself in a peculiar situation. Kyo is an ordinary teenager with a penchant for mischief and a laid-back attitude, but his life takes a bizarre turn when he is cursed by a mysterious entity. This curse transforms him into a "gononi," a creature resembling a small, fluffy animal, whenever he experiences strong emotions or stress. The transformation is involuntary and often occurs at the most inconvenient times, leading to comedic and chaotic situations.

The narrative explores Kyo's attempts to navigate his daily life while dealing with the unpredictable nature of his curse. His best friend, Aya, becomes his primary confidante and helper, often aiding him in concealing his condition from others. Aya is pragmatic and resourceful, providing a grounded counterbalance to Kyo's more impulsive nature. The dynamic between the two characters drives much of the story, as they work together to find a way to break the curse.

Throughout the series, Kyo encounters various challenges that test his ability to control his emotions and maintain his secret. These challenges range from mundane school activities to more dramatic situations, such as confrontations with bullies or unexpected encounters with other supernatural elements. The curse also serves as a metaphor for the struggles of adolescence, highlighting themes of self-control, identity, and the pressure to conform.

The series maintains a lighthearted tone, with humor derived from Kyo's transformations and the absurdity of his predicament. However, it also touches on moments of introspection, particularly as Kyo reflects on the impact of his actions and the importance of his relationships. The episodic structure allows for a mix of standalone comedic scenarios and ongoing character development, culminating in a resolution that ties together the central themes of the story.

"Kyo no Gononi" is a concise and entertaining series that blends supernatural elements with slice-of-life storytelling, offering a unique take on the challenges of growing up and the importance of friendship.
Information
Kyo no Gononi
今日の5の2
Today in Class 5-2
Type: TV-Series
Anime episodes: 13
Date: 10/05/2008 – 12/28/2008
Official Website:StarChild:今日の5の2
Categories
Genre
Everyday DramaComedy
Settings
School
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Episodes
Staffel 1
11st Period "Loose"/2nd Period "Super Ball"/3rd Period "In High Spirits"/4th Period "Rainy Weather"
25th Period "Cat's Paws"/6th Period "Undefeated"/7th Period "Ball Washing"/8th Period "Wet Clothes"
39th Period "Collarbone"/10th Period "Library Room"/11th Period "Turning"/12th Period "experiment"
413th Period "Endless Argument"/14th Period "Dress-up Doll"/15th Period "High and Low"/16th Period "Surprise Attack"
517th Period "Smiling Face"/18th Period "Shooting Star"/19th Period "Changing Clothes"
620: Observation diary / 21: Friends / 22: Rock Paper Scissors / 23: Summer Festival
724: Victory or defeat / 25: Cross-fire / 26: Bookstore / 27: Three legs
828: Scale / 29: Hunger / 30: Height comparaison / 31: Milk
932: Typhoon / 33: Fashion / 34: Dozing off / 35: Eating
1036: Warmth / 37: Fairytale / 38: Fairytale II / 39: A leaf
1140: Suddenly / 41: Duck / 42: Hair style / 43: Ice
1244: Roasted sweet patato / 45: Grinding noises / 46: Lottery / 47: Munch munch / 48: Merry Christmas
1349: Pinky swear
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Tsuyoshi Nagasawa
  • Script
    Takamitsu Kōno
    Kenji Sugihara
    Takashi Aoshima
  • Episode Director
    Hideaki Ōba
    Ryōki Kamitsubo
    Akira Iwanaga
    Tsuyoshi Nagasawa
    Hayato Goda
    Hazuki Mizumoto
    Tatsuya Igarashi
    Yoshihiro Mori
    Hideya Takahashi
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
    Yuka Hirama
  • Animation Director
    Hideyuki Motohashi
    Hiroyoshi Iida
    Chizuru Kobayashi
    Takuya Matsumura
    Daiji Suzuki
    Mina Itou
    Hisayoshi Nagamatsu
    Hideki Furukawa
    Sunao Chikaoka
  • Sound Director
    Toshiki Kameyama
  • Producer
    Gō Nakanishi
  • Series Composition
    Takamitsu Kōno
  • Storyboard
    Akira Nishimori
    Hidetoshi Ōmori
    Ryōji Fujiwara
    Ryōki Kamitsubo
    Toshimasa Suzuki
    Tsuyoshi Nagasawa
    Yūichi Nihei
    Kumiko Habara
    Tatsuya Igarashi
  • Music
    Kei Haneoka
  • Character Design
    Sunao Chikaoka
  • Chief Animation Director
    Sunao Chikaoka
  • Art design
    Yoshinori Shiozawa
  • Director of Photography
    Tomoyuki Nakata
Production
  • Production
    King Records
  • Animation Production
    Xebec
Music
Ending
Ep. 1-3
“secret base ~Kimi ga Kureta Mono~ 「secret base ~君がくれたもの~」”
Ep. 4-5
“Daibakuhatsu NO.1 「大爆発 NO.1」”
“Natsu Matsuri 「夏祭り」”
Ep. 7-9
“Yuuyake Iro 「ユウヤケイロ」”
Ep. 10-12
“Negai 「願い」”
“Nisemono 「ニセモノ」”