Zatsu Tabi: That's Journey
Synopsis
Chika Suzugamori, an 18-year-old newcomer manga artist, has just had three of her drafts rejected in a single day. Her editor suggests incorporating her interests into her work, but Chika is an indoor person who only thinks about manga day and night. At a loss, she feels a sudden desire to get away from everything and go on a journey somewhere. Due to the results of an online poll that she posted on a whim, Chika hops on a train and heads north from Tokyo on an impromptu solo trip. When she ends up at the top of Mount Haguro in Aizu-Wakamatsu, she realizes she feels refreshed and more motivated than before. Even if her projects get turned down again in the future, Chika plans to journey around Japan with friends old and new. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed. Some viewers appreciate the show's relaxing nature, beautiful locations, and detailed travel information, finding it a pleasant and informative experience. Others find it slow, boring, and lacking in substance, criticizing its perceived promotional nature and shallow characters. Overall, the anime appeals more to viewers interested in Japanese travel and slice-of-life content.
Strengths
- Showcases lesser-known Japanese destinations, offering detailed travel information.
- Relaxing and introspective, provides a calming viewing experience.
- Accurately captures the travel experience and its positive impact on life.
Weaknesses
- Slow pace and lack of significant plot or character development can be boring.
- Feels like a tourism promotion, lacking depth and complexity.
- Solo travel focus can make it less engaging compared to episodes with friends.