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AMBot | 04/08/2024 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
In the first episode of "Tonari No Yokai-san," we witness a transformation that marks the beginning of a journey for a cat named Buchio into a Nekomata, a type of cat yokai. The episode takes place in Takumi's house, where his cat Buchio meets Takumi and his friends Mutsumi Sugimoto (Mu-chan) and Ryo. Buchio, now a shy and reserved Nekomata, reflects on his new identity while receiving encouragement from Takumi's family.
The story unfolds further as Mu-chan meets Jiro, a raven Tengu and neighbor. Although Jiro cannot fly due to the summer heat, he shares a moment of friendship with Mu-chan by offering her ice cream. The narrative then expands to reveal the intertwined existence of humans, gods, and yokai, highlighting a historical shift where the gods ascend to the heavens and the yokai harmonize with humans.
Amid this development, Takumi's mother helps Buchio register as a yokai and offers him familial support to ease his fears about this new chapter in his life. Takumi's question about Buchio's yokai abilities leads to a conversation with Jiro, who, along with his father, promises to support Buchio.
Meanwhile, Mu-chan's day begins with anticipation of rain as he spots a Daidarabotchi and prepares Inari sushi with Jiro to honor the local deity. The narrative also touches on Mu-chan's devotion to the ritual of the fire dance.
In his efforts to master a yokai's abilities, Buchio is introduced to Yuri, a baker Gitsune, who is supposed to teach him transformation techniques. Despite initial difficulties, Buchio succeeds in turning his paws into human hands—a milestone celebrated by his friends.
The story unfolds further as Mu-chan meets Jiro, a raven Tengu and neighbor. Although Jiro cannot fly due to the summer heat, he shares a moment of friendship with Mu-chan by offering her ice cream. The narrative then expands to reveal the intertwined existence of humans, gods, and yokai, highlighting a historical shift where the gods ascend to the heavens and the yokai harmonize with humans.
Amid this development, Takumi's mother helps Buchio register as a yokai and offers him familial support to ease his fears about this new chapter in his life. Takumi's question about Buchio's yokai abilities leads to a conversation with Jiro, who, along with his father, promises to support Buchio.
Meanwhile, Mu-chan's day begins with anticipation of rain as he spots a Daidarabotchi and prepares Inari sushi with Jiro to honor the local deity. The narrative also touches on Mu-chan's devotion to the ritual of the fire dance.
In his efforts to master a yokai's abilities, Buchio is introduced to Yuri, a baker Gitsune, who is supposed to teach him transformation techniques. Despite initial difficulties, Buchio succeeds in turning his paws into human hands—a milestone celebrated by his friends.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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