TV-Series
Description
"Yobarete Tobidete Akubi-chan" centers around Akubi, a mischievous and energetic demon girl who emerges from a young boy's nose whenever he sneezes. The boy, named Keisuke, inadvertently summons Akubi after reading an ancient spell from a mysterious book. Akubi is bound by a contract to grant Keisuke three wishes, but her chaotic and unpredictable nature often leads to unintended consequences. Despite her demonic origins, Akubi is more playful than malevolent, frequently causing humorous and surreal situations.

The narrative unfolds through episodic adventures, with each episode featuring Akubi and Keisuke navigating bizarre and fantastical scenarios. Akubi’s powers, which include summoning otherworldly creatures and altering reality, often complicate matters rather than resolve them. Keisuke, a somewhat ordinary and cautious boy, struggles to keep up with Akubi’s antics while attempting to make the most of his wishes. Their dynamic is a blend of comedic tension and reluctant camaraderie, as Keisuke gradually adapts to the chaos Akubi brings into his life.

Supporting characters include Akubi’s rival, a rival demon named Koyomi, who also emerges from Keisuke’s nose under specific conditions. Koyomi’s presence adds further unpredictability, as she often competes with Akubi to outdo her in granting wishes or causing mischief. The series also introduces various supernatural entities and magical phenomena, expanding the whimsical and fantastical world in which the characters operate.

The plot is driven by the interplay between Akubi’s chaotic energy and Keisuke’s attempts to maintain some semblance of normalcy. While the overarching goal revolves around Keisuke’s three wishes, the focus remains on the humorous and often absurd interactions between the characters. The episodic structure allows for a variety of comedic and fantastical scenarios, with each episode presenting a self-contained story while contributing to the development of the central relationship between Akubi and Keisuke. The series balances lighthearted humor with moments of unexpected depth, exploring themes of friendship, responsibility, and the consequences of one’s desires.
Information
Yobarete Tobidete Akubi-chan
よばれて とびでて!アクビちゃん
Akubi-chan
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 26
Movie/Episode length: 30 min.
Date: 12/11/2001 – 03/26/2002
Categories
Genre
Comedy
Settings
Fantasy
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Staff
  • Series Director
  • Storyboard
    Yasuo Iwamoto
    Hiroshi Matsuzono
    Akira Shigino
    Hajime Nishi
    Junichi Sakata
    Tomihiko Ōkubo
    Saburō Hashimoto
    Rokō Ogiwara
  • Original Character Design
    Suzuka Yoshida
  • Animation Director
    Hiroyoshi Iida
  • Script
    Hiroko Naka
    Masaya Honda
    Tomihiko Ōkubo
  • Episode Director
    Kenji Nakamura
    Yasuo Iwamoto
    Akira Shigino
    Tetsu Shimaiya
    Yuu Kou
    Kentaro Nakamura
    Junichi Sakata
    Saburō Hashimoto
    Rokō Ogiwara
  • Character Design
    Masahiro Aizawa
  • Director
    Tomihiko Ōkubo
Production
  • Production
    Tatsunoko Production
    Kids Station