Roll the Red Carpet, Oshi no Ko Is In the House!
If you’ve been keeping tabs on the anime landscape lately, you’ve probably heard whispers—or should we say full-blown choir rehearsals—about the seinen sensation that is Oshi no Ko. This piece aims to dissect just how far the first season of this anime, produced by Doga Kobo, ventured into the rich landscape of the manga universe originally conceived by Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari. But watch your step! We’re diving into spoiler territory!
Connecting the Manga and Anime Dots
Debuting in the Weekly Young Jump magazine in April 2020, the Oshi no Ko manga has captivated fans globally, spawning twelve volumes as of July 2023. But how does the anime measure up? Adapted from the first four volumes of the manga, the anime’s first season has been nothing short of a roller coaster. Directed by Daisuke Hiramaki and scripted by Jin Tanaka, the anime gives life to our favorite characters, initially penned by Aka Akasaka and illustrated by Mengo Yokoyari.
Anime adaptation of the series produced by the Doga Kobo studio was announced in June 2022. Daisuke Hiramaki was hired as director, and Chao Nekotomi as assistant director. Jin Tanaka was soon announced as the scriptwriter, and Kanna Hirayama was the character designer.
Episode Breakdown: A Quick Glance
With Yoasobi lending their vocal talents for the opening credits and Queen Bee handling the ending theme, the anime’s 11-episode saga has made its mark. Here’s a look at how the anime mirrored its manga counterpart:
- Episode 1: Adapted Chapters 1-10
- Episode 2: Adapted Chapters 11-13
- Episode 3: Adapted Chapters 14-16
As you can see, the first season adapted the first 40 chapters of the original manga, which also coincides with the first four collected volumes of that same manga. So, we can expect the second season to pick up from Chapter 41, i.e., Volume 5 of the manga.
A Tale of Twins, Idols, and a Dash of Mystery
In a tragic yet fantastical twist, Dr. Gorou Amemiya and young patient Sarina find themselves reincarnated as Ai Hoshino’s twins, Aquamarine and Ruby. Fast-forward a few years, and we see the twins navigate the precarious world of showbiz, setting the stage for a complex narrative woven with intrigue and revenge.
What Lies Beyond Season 1
The ending of the first season was bittersweet, leaving fans clamoring for more. Thankfully, a second season is already in the pipeline. What can we expect from it? Logic says it will pick up from Volume 5 of the manga, or Chapter 41, further unraveling the mysteries around the twins’ origins and ambitions.
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— Chibi Reviews (@ChibiReviews) September 6, 2023
Final Curtain Call
The first season of Oshi no Ko has been a whirlwind, encapsulating the first 40 chapters of its source material. As we eagerly await the second act, the anime has successfully immortalized itself as a cornerstone of modern seinen narratives. Now, all that remains is to see how the story further unfolds, both on screen and on paper.
