The Eccentric Family
Synopsis
Kyoto has been populated by groups of tanuki and tengu for years, living alongside humans who are oblivious to the existence of these creatures. Yasaburou Shimogamo is the third son of an influential tanuki family who spends his carefree days taking care of an old tengu, observing humans through his ability to shapeshift, and dealing with the mysterious woman named Benten. Behind the peace and tranquility, however, is a painful memory from long ago as Yasaburou's father, head of the tanuki community, was killed and eaten by a group of humans known as the Friday Fellows. Uchouten Kazoku follows the trials and tribulations of the Shimogamo brothers as they struggle to avoid their own grisly demise while coming ever closer to unraveling the truth behind their father's death. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Uchouten Kazoku is a unique and visually appealing anime with a strong focus on family and Japanese folklore. While praised for its originality, animation, and character relationships, some viewers found the pacing slow, the romance awkward, and the ending unsatisfying. The audience is moderately divided, with some considering it a masterpiece and others finding it boring or incomplete.
Strengths
- Unique and original story
- Beautiful animation and music
- Well-developed characters and relationships
- Intriguing setting of Kyoto with Tanuki, Tengu, and humans
Weaknesses
- Slow-paced story
- Uncomfortable romance elements
- Disappointing payoff or resolution
- Thin or unexplained characters