TV-Series
Description
"Let's Make a Mug Too" is a slice-of-life anime centered around the art of pottery and the personal growth of its characters. The story is set in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture, a region renowned for its rich history in ceramics. The protagonist, Himeno Toyokawa, moves to Tajimi with her father after her mother’s passing. Initially unfamiliar with the town’s culture, Himeno becomes intrigued by its pottery heritage after encountering a local pottery club at her new high school. She joins the club, where she begins to learn the intricacies of creating ceramics, from shaping clay to glazing and firing.

The narrative explores Himeno’s journey as she navigates the challenges of mastering pottery, forming friendships, and connecting with her late mother’s legacy. Her mother, a skilled potter, had deep ties to Tajimi’s ceramic industry, and Himeno’s pursuit of pottery becomes a way to honor her memory. Alongside Himeno, the series introduces other club members, each with their own motivations and personalities. Toko Aoi, the club president, is passionate and knowledgeable about pottery, while Mika Kukuri, a cheerful and energetic classmate, provides comic relief and camaraderie. Naoko Naruse, a reserved and meticulous student, adds depth to the group dynamic.

The series balances its focus on the technical aspects of pottery with the emotional and interpersonal growth of its characters. Episodes often depict the club members working on various projects, participating in local events, and learning from experienced potters in the community. The story also highlights the cultural significance of Tajimi’s pottery industry, incorporating real-world locations and traditions to ground the narrative in authenticity. Through its exploration of creativity, perseverance, and community, "Let's Make a Mug Too" offers a heartfelt portrayal of finding purpose and connection through art.
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Let's Make a Mug Too
やくならマグカップも
Type: TV-Series
Date: 04/02/2021
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Welcome to the Pottery Club!
2The Pottery Club Is Paradise
3Because We`re Childhood Friends... Right?
4The Taste of Ochazuke
5The Teacher`s Secret
6The Garden of Sky and Wind
7Himeno`s Piece
8Kukuri of the Strange River
9Pound, Stretch, Subtract, and Add
10Hime-chan Is Doing Her Best
11I Want to Win a Prize Now
12A Smile for the Future
Cast
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Staff
  • Director
    Jun Kamiya
  • Episode Director
    Jun Kamiya
    Masayoshi Ozaki
    Hirokazu Yamada
    Yūko Kiyoshima
    Kazuomi Koga
    Natsumi Uchinuma
    Kunpei Maeda
  • Music
    Tomoki Hasegawa
  • Character Design
    Ayano Yoshioka
  • Chief Animation Director
    Ayano Yoshioka
  • Sound Director
    Takumi Itō
  • Executive producer
    Takashi Inoue
    Toru Matsumoto
    Hideo Momoda
    Hiroyasu Taniguchi
    Fumitaka Kitazawa
    Harumi Satō
    Takahiko Uchiyama
    Kaori Nakahashi
    Junichi Igari
    Tomoyuki Ōwada
  • Series Composition
  • Storyboard
    Jun Kamiya
  • Unit Director
    Jun Kamiya
  • Original Manga
    Osamu Kajiwara
    Eisuke Takeuchi
    Tadayoshi Taguchi
  • Art Director
    Hiroko Tanabe
  • Animation Director
    Toshiya Washida
    Mayumi Hidaka
    Tomoko Fukunaga
    Ayano Yoshioka
    Yūki Tamori
    Mitsuaki Hori
    Riko Kaneda
    Taeko Satō
    Yūki Nakano
    Cocoro Takemoto
  • Director of Photography
    Ryu Takizawa
  • Producer
    Yuichi Tada
    Kenichi Tezuka
    Fumitaka Kitazawa
    Masaya Imaizumi
    Shōko Watabe
Production
  • Production
    Maho Film
    Nippon Animation
    Tokyo MX
    Nippon Columbia
    Nippon BS Broadcasting Corporation
    81 Produce
    Planet
    Zipang
    CBC Radio
    Chubu-Nippon Broadcasting Co., Ltd.
  • Animation Production
    Nippon Animation