OVA
Description
"The Abashiri Family" centers on the Abashiri clan, a family of skilled thieves who operate under a strict code of honor. The narrative unfolds as the family faces internal and external challenges while attempting to maintain their legacy and uphold their principles. The patriarch, Rantarou Abashiri, is a master thief who has passed down his expertise to his children: the cunning and resourceful eldest son, Ichirou; the tech-savvy and analytical second son, Jirou; and the youngest daughter, Mikoto, who possesses exceptional agility and combat skills. Each member of the family specializes in a unique aspect of thievery, from infiltration to gadgetry, making them a formidable team.

The story begins with the Abashiri Family targeting a high-profile heist involving a priceless artifact, which leads them into conflict with rival thieves, law enforcement, and shadowy organizations. As they navigate these obstacles, the family’s unity is tested by differing ideologies and personal ambitions. Ichirou, driven by a desire to prove himself, often clashes with Rantarou’s traditional methods, while Jirou’s reliance on technology creates tension with Mikoto’s preference for hands-on tactics. These dynamics are further complicated by the emergence of a mysterious figure from Rantarou’s past, whose motives threaten to unravel the family’s carefully constructed world.

Throughout the series, the Abashiri Family’s missions are interwoven with flashbacks that reveal their origins and the events that shaped their values. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, morality, and the cost of living outside societal norms. As the stakes escalate, the family must confront their own vulnerabilities and decide whether their legacy is worth preserving in a world that increasingly views them as relics of a bygone era. The series balances action-packed heists with moments of introspection, offering a multifaceted portrayal of a family bound by both blood and their shared craft.
Information
The Abashiri Family
あばしり一家
Type: OVA
Anime Episodes: 4
Movie/Episode length: 20 min.
Date: 05/21/1991
Categories
Genre
ActionComedy
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Staff
  • Director · Takashi Watanabe
  • Script · Takashi Watanabe
  • Script · Go Nagai
  • Music · Takeo Miratsu
  • Original creator · Go Nagai
  • Character Design · Shigeki Awai
  • Art Director · Hitoshi Nagao
  • Animation Director · Shigeki Awai
  • Sound Director · Yoshikazu Iwanami
  • Director of Photography · Yōsuke Moriguchi
  • Executive producer · Yūji Nunokawa
  • Executive producer · Go Nagai
  • Producer · Kenji Nagai
  • Producer · Hiroshi Umezaki
  • Producer · Tōru Inoue
  • Producer · Yoshio Nakamura
Production
  • Production · Pierrot
  • Animation Production · Studio Pierrot
  • Animation Production · Tokyo Kids
  • Production · Soeishinsha
  • Production · Dynamic Planning