TV-Series
Description
"Girls' Last Tour" is set in a post-apocalyptic world where civilization has collapsed, leaving behind vast, desolate ruins. The story centers on two young girls, Chito and Yuuri, who travel together through the remnants of a once-thriving society. They navigate the eerie, empty landscapes in their Kettenkrad, a hybrid motorcycle-tank, scavenging for food, fuel, and supplies to survive. The setting is characterized by towering industrial structures, abandoned cities, and a pervasive sense of isolation, emphasizing the absence of human life.

Chito, the more reserved and intellectual of the two, often takes on the role of navigator and keeper of knowledge, reading from a small collection of books they carry. Yuuri, in contrast, is more impulsive and carefree, providing a counterbalance to Chito’s cautious nature. Their dynamic is central to the narrative, as their conversations and interactions explore themes of survival, purpose, and the fleeting nature of existence. Despite the bleakness of their surroundings, their bond and shared moments of curiosity and wonder bring warmth to the story.

As they journey through the ruins, Chito and Yuuri encounter remnants of the old world, including advanced technology, art, and cultural artifacts. These discoveries prompt philosophical reflections on the nature of humanity, progress, and the inevitability of decline. The series does not focus on action or conflict but instead emphasizes the quiet, introspective moments between the characters as they grapple with their circumstances. The narrative unfolds in a slow, contemplative manner, allowing the audience to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the world and the emotional depth of the characters.

The overarching goal of their journey is to reach the top of a massive, layered city structure, which they believe might hold answers or a better life. Along the way, they occasionally meet other survivors, each encounter offering glimpses into how others cope with the desolation. However, these interactions are fleeting, reinforcing the theme of isolation and the transient nature of human connections in their world.

"Girls' Last Tour" is a meditative exploration of survival and companionship in a world stripped of its former glory. The story’s strength lies in its ability to balance the stark, melancholic setting with the resilience and humanity of its protagonists, creating a poignant and thought-provoking narrative.
Information
Girls' Last Tour
少女終末旅行
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 12
Movie/Episode length: 24 min.
Date: 10/06/2017
Categories
Genre
AdventureDrama
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Starry Sky/War
2Bath/Diary/Laundry
3Encounter/City/Streetlight
4Photograph/Temple
5Dwelling/Nap/Sound of Rain
6Breakdown/Engineering/Takeoff
7Labyrinth/Cooking
8Memory/Spring/Moonlight
9Technology/Water Tank/Life
10Train/Wavelength/Capture
11Civilization/Destruction/Past
12Connection/Comrades
Cast
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Takaharu Ozaki
  • Script
    Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
  • Episode Director
    Kazuhiro Ozawa
    Hiroyuki Tsuchiya
    Takaharu Ozaki
    Naoko Takeichi
    Tomoko Hiramuki
    Yoshiko Mikami
  • Music
    Kenichirō Suehiro
  • Character Design
    Mai Toda
  • Chief Animation Director
    Mai Toda
  • 3D Director
    Patricia Hishikawa
  • Director of Photography
    Kazumasa Someya
  • Series Composition
    Kazuyuki Fudeyasu
  • Storyboard
    Kazuhiro Ozawa
    Takaharu Ozaki
    Kenichi Kawamura
    Masayuki Sakoi
  • Unit Director
    Takaharu Ozaki
  • Original creator
    Tsukumizu
  • Art Director
    Masakazu Miyake
  • Animation Director
    Masahiko Nakata
    Kazuhisa Nakamura
    Yoshiya Yamamoto
    Takashi Nagayoshi
    Ryōsuke Kimiya
    Mai Toda
    Takayuki Onoda
    Naoki Hiramura
    Yaeko Watanabe
    Shusuke Aizawa
    Norie Igawa
  • Sound Director
    Jin Aketagawa
  • Producer
    Mitsuhiro Ogata
    Shō Tanaka
    Noritomo Isogai
    Tomoaki Iwasaka
Production
  • Animation Production
    WHITE FOX
    Music
    Ending
    “Amadare no Uta" (雨だれの歌; Song of Raindrops)”
    Insert songs
    Ep. 5
    “Amadare no Uta" (雨だれの歌; Song of Raindrops)”