Ninja Nonsense

ufotable Summer 2004
ComedyParody
6.9
Quality Score
0.56 (Positive)
Audience Mood
3 / 10
Controversy
16,921
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

Kaede is a normal school girl who was studying for her exams for school when suddenly she is interrupted by Shinobu, a girl who is a ninja-in-training, attempting to complete her exam. The problem is, in order for her to successfully complete her exam, she must steal one of Kaede's panties! In Kaede's attempt to stop Shinobu from stealing her panties, an unexpected friendship is forged between the two. Kaede soon becomes engrossed in Shinobu's world, surrounded by partying ninjas and a yellow pac-man like thing by the name of Onsokumaru, who claims to be the master of all ninjas! [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Audience Consensus

The anime is generally well-received as a lighthearted and funny comedy with a unique art style. However, its reliance on ecchi humor and lack of a compelling story may deter some viewers. While most find the characters entertaining, Onsokumaru's perverted antics are a point of contention. Ultimately, it's recommended for those who enjoy absurdist comedy and don't mind fan service.

Strengths

  • Unique and squeeful art style that stands out from other anime.
  • Catchy and memorable opening and closing themes with a party-style J-pop sound.
  • Humorous and lighthearted, providing consistent laughs and high re-watch value.
  • Well-defined characters with clashing personalities that enhance the comedy.

Weaknesses

  • Over-reliance on ecchi humor, which may not appeal to all viewers.
  • Lack of a strong overarching story or deep character development.
  • Some jokes and gags can be predictable or overly crass.
  • The character Onsokumaru can be annoying and overused.
  • Some male characters treat females as objects.
Available on: Crunchyroll, YouTube (availability varies by region)