TV-Series
Description
"Hugtto! Precure" is a magical girl anime that centers on a group of young girls who transform into warriors to protect the future of the world. The story begins with Hana Nono, a cheerful and slightly clumsy middle school student who encounters a mysterious baby named Hugtan and her caretaker, Harryham Harry, a talking hamster-like creature from the future. Hana learns that Hugtan is being pursued by the Criasu Corporation, an organization that seeks to steal people's "Happiness Energy" to halt the flow of time and prevent the future from progressing. To combat this threat, Hana becomes Cure Yell, the first of the Precure warriors.

As the series progresses, Hana is joined by other girls who also transform into Precure: Saaya Yakushiji, a disciplined and academically focused student who becomes Cure Ange; Homare Kagayaki, a talented figure skater who becomes Cure Etoile; and Emiru Aisaki, a lively and energetic girl who becomes Cure Macherie alongside her best friend, Ruru Amour, an android who becomes Cure Amour. Together, they fight against Criasu's minions, known as Oshimaidas, which are created from people's suppressed emotions and regrets. The Precure use their powers to purify these creatures and restore hope to those affected.

The narrative explores themes of personal growth, friendship, and the importance of embracing the future despite its uncertainties. Each character faces their own struggles and insecurities, which are often reflected in the Oshimaidas they encounter. For example, Saaya grapples with the pressure of living up to others' expectations, while Homare struggles with self-doubt after a career-threatening injury. Emiru and Ruru's relationship highlights themes of identity and humanity, as Ruru learns to understand emotions and what it means to be alive.

The conflict intensifies as the Precure discover that Criasu's leader, Dr. Traum, has a personal vendetta against the future, driven by his own tragic past. The series builds toward a climactic battle where the Precure must confront the true nature of their enemy and protect the future for everyone. Alongside the action, the story emphasizes the importance of hope, resilience, and the bonds between people, as the characters inspire others to believe in their dreams and move forward.

Throughout the series, the Precure's adventures are interwoven with slice-of-life moments, showcasing their daily lives, friendships, and the challenges they face as both ordinary girls and magical warriors. The balance between lighthearted moments and intense battles creates a dynamic narrative that appeals to a wide audience. "Hugtto! Precure" stands out for its heartfelt storytelling, well-developed characters, and its exploration of universal themes tied to the passage of time and the pursuit of happiness.
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Hugtto! Precure
HUGっと!プリキュア
Type: TV-Series
Date: 02/04/2018
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Staff
  • Series Director · Junichi Sato
  • Series Director · Akifumi Zako
  • Series Composition · Fumi Tsubota
  • Script · Michiko Yokote
  • Script · Yoshimi Narita
  • Script · Mitsutaka Hirota
  • Script · Isao Murayama
  • Script · Fumi Tsubota
  • Script · Jin Tanaka
  • Script · Hikaru Ariga
  • Script · Akiko Inoue
  • Storyboard · Junichi Sato
  • Storyboard · Ken Koyama
  • Storyboard · Masakazu Hishida
  • Storyboard · Junji Shimizu
  • Storyboard · Satoru Iriyoshi
  • Storyboard · Yoshitaka Yashima
  • Storyboard · Hiroyuki Kakudou
  • Storyboard · Akiko Seki
  • Storyboard · Hiroaki Miyamoto
  • Storyboard · Akifumi Zako
  • Storyboard · Takayuki Murakami
  • Storyboard · Morio Hatano
  • Storyboard · Yūta Tanaka
  • Storyboard · Kōdai Watanabe
  • Storyboard · Masato Mikami
  • Storyboard · Yū Kamatani
  • Storyboard · Fumi Tsubota
  • Storyboard · Takao Kiriyama
  • Episode Director · Koji Kawasaki
  • Episode Director · Junji Shimizu
  • Episode Director · Takao Iwai
  • Episode Director · Hideki Hiroshima
  • Episode Director · Hiroyuki Kakudou
  • Episode Director · Akiko Seki
  • Episode Director · Hiroaki Miyamoto
  • Episode Director · Akifumi Zako
  • Episode Director · Takayuki Murakami
  • Episode Director · Morio Hatano
  • Episode Director · Ayako Hiraike
  • Episode Director · Yūta Tanaka
  • Episode Director · Masato Mikami
  • Episode Director · Yū Kamatani
  • Unit Director · Takao Kiriyama
  • Music · Yuki Hayashi
  • Original creator · Izumi Todo
  • Character Design · Toshie Kawamura
  • Art · Yoshiaki Honma
  • Art · Toshinori Iino
  • Art · Takashi Kurahashi
  • Art · Yuki Nakabayashi
  • Art · Nagisa Nishida
  • Art · Daigorō Yamaguchi
  • Art · Yutaka Ōnishi
  • Art · Rie Iida
  • Art · Midori Tanaka
  • Art · Guo Wei Huang
  • Art · Miki Imai
  • Art · Beom Seon Lee
  • Chief Animation Director · Toshie Kawamura
  • Chief Animation Director · Emiko Miyamoto
  • Chief Animation Director · Naoko Yamaoka
  • Animation Director · Yukiko Nakatani
  • Animation Director · Yasuhiro Namatame
  • Animation Director · Mitsuru Aoyama
  • Animation Director · Akira Takahashi
  • Animation Director · Ken Ueno
  • Animation Director · Ichiro Ogawa
  • Animation Director · Toshie Kawamura
  • Animation Director · Katsumi Tamegai
  • Animation Director · Nishiki Itaoka
  • Animation Director · Ayako Mori
  • Animation Director · Kazuhiro Ōta
  • Animation Director · Nobuto Akada
  • Animation Director · Hitomi Matsuura
  • Animation Director · Seiji Masuda
  • Animation Director · Naoko Ikeuchi
  • Animation Director · Kenji Miuma
  • Animation Director · Shouhei Hamaguchi
  • Animation Director · Manabu Nii
  • Animation Director · Emiko Miyamoto
  • Animation Director · Naoko Yamaoka
  • Animation Director · Francis Kaneda
  • Animation Director · Shingo Fujisaki
  • Animation Director · Akihiro Ōta
  • Animation Director · Kōdai Watanabe
  • Animation Director · Alice Nario
  • Animation Director · Miho Shitaya
  • Art design · Nagisa Nishida
  • Cgi Director · Yasuhiro Kato
  • Cgi Director · Tetsuro Kodama
  • Cgi Director · Tomohiko Takahashi
  • Cgi Director · Satoshi Takeno
  • Director of Photography · Tomokazu Shiratori
  • Producer · Takashi Tanaka
  • Producer · Fumi Yazaki
  • Producer · Keisuke Naitō
  • Producer · Akihiro Itai
  • Producer · Yū Satō
Production
  • Animation Production · Toei Animation
  • Production · Toei Animation
  • Production · ABC Animation
  • Production · ADK
  • Production · Asahi Broadcasting Corporation
Music
Opening
  • ?
    “"We can!! Hugtto! Precure"” - Kanako Miyamoto
Ending
  • ?
    “"Hugtto! Mirai Dreamer"” - Rie Hikisaka, Rina Hon'izumi, & Yui Ogura
  • ?
    “"Kimi to Tomodachi" (キミとともだち)” - Yukari Tamura & Nao Tamura (ep 18)
  • ?
    “"DANZEN! Futari wa Precure ~ yuiitsu muni no hikari-tachi ~" (DANZEN! ふたりはプリキュア〜唯一無二の光たち〜)” - Mayumi Gojo (Eps 22, 36,37)
  • 23-
    “"Hugtto!, Yell For You" (HUGっと!YELL FOR YOU)” - Rie Hikisaka, Rina Hon'izumi, Yui Ogura, Yukari Tamura & Nao Tamura
Insert songs
  • ?
    “"Daisuki ∞ Mugen Power" (大好き∞無限POWER)” - Nao Tamura & Yukari Tamura
  • 37
    “"DANZEN! Futari wa Precure"” - Mayumi Gojo
  • 36
    “"H@ppy Together"” - Momoko Hayashi
  • 31
    “"Kimi to tomodachi" (キミとともだち)” - Rina Hon'izumi, Yui Ogura, Yukari Tamura & Nao Tamura
  • ?
    “"Love & Love"” - Nao Tamura & Yukari Tamura
  • 5
    “"We can!! Hugtto! Precure"” - Kanako Miyamoto