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.
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.
Cast
- Jūbē Aoki
- Mad Deiemon
- Tomonari Kusano
- Haru Miyachi
Staff
- Director · Jun Kamiya
- Series Composition · Naruhisa Arakawa
- Script · Naruhisa Arakawa
- Storyboard · Jun Kamiya
- Episode Director · Jun Kamiya
- Episode Director · Masayoshi Ozaki
- Episode Director · Hirokazu Yamada
- Episode Director · Yūko Kiyoshima
- Episode Director · Kazuomi Koga
- Episode Director · Natsumi Uchinuma
- Episode Director · Kunpei Maeda
- Unit Director · Jun Kamiya
- Music · Tomoki Hasegawa
- Original Manga · Osamu Kajiwara
- Original Manga · Eisuke Takeuchi
- Original Manga · Tadayoshi Taguchi
- Character Design · Ayano Yoshioka
- Art Director · Hiroko Tanabe
- Chief Animation Director · Ayano Yoshioka
- Animation Director · Taeko Sato
- Animation Director · Toshiya Washida
- Animation Director · Mayumi Hidaka
- Animation Director · Tomoko Fukunaga
- Animation Director · Yuki Nakano
- Animation Director · Ayano Yoshioka
- Animation Director · Yūki Tamori
- Animation Director · Shin Takemoto
- Animation Director · Mitsuaki Hori
- Animation Director · Riko Kaneda
- Sound Director · Takumi Itō
- Director of Photography · Ryu Takizawa
- Executive producer · Takashi Inoue
- Executive producer · Tomoyuki Ohwada
- Executive producer · Toru Matsumoto
- Executive producer · Hideo Momoda
- Executive producer · Hiroyasu Taniguchi
- Executive producer · Fumitaka Kitazawa
- Executive producer · Harumi Satō
- Executive producer · Takahiko Uchiyama
- Executive producer · Kaori Nakahashi
- Executive producer · Junichi Igari
- Producer · Yuichi Tada
- Producer · Kenichi Tezuka
- Producer · Fumitaka Kitazawa
- Producer · Masaya Imaizumi
- Producer · Shōko Watabe
- Producer · Haruo Satō
Production
- Production · Maho Film
- Animation Production · Nippon Animation
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- Production · Tokyo MX
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- Production · Chubu-Nippon Broadcasting Co., Ltd.
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