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This is Studio Colorido’s latest presentation, My Oni Girl. It’s the second movie in the three-movie deal between Studio Colorido and Netflix. This blog will discuss the plot, voice cast, and theme song of the movie.
What’s With My Oni Girl?
The first time we came across this name, the brain went ONII-CHAN (older brother)! And the speculation about it being a brother-sister movie rushed. But being a Nihongo Noob (Japanese – language noob) who can easily confuse Oni with Onii all the theories were wrong.
In the context of the movie name “My Oni Girl,” the term “Oni” (้ฌผ) refers to a type of demon or ogre from Japanese folklore.
Synopsis
Hiiragi, a high school freshman has a habit of saying yes to others to avoid being disliked even though he struggles to make friends. One summer day when unexpected snow fell Hiiragi continued his ways. Felt like something was off. On his way, he came across Tsumugi, a girl, in need of shelter for the night. However, that evening took a turn.
Hiiragi found himself on the verge of an argument with his father. Chose to keep his feelings hidden. With emotions weighing on him, he fell asleep only to wake up in a room. A mysterious masked creature attacked him suddenly, but Tsumugi intervened. They escaped together.
In a moment of respite, Hiiragi noticed something about Tsumugi โ she had horns! She then revealed her identity as an oni (demon) searching for her lost mother since childhood. She clarifies that the “snow” originating from Hiiragi is, in reality, “demons” that stem from individuals concealing their emotions. Individuals who release demons will eventually transform into oni.
Hiiragi, unable to reject Tsumugi’s plea for assistance in locating her mother, embarks on a journey alongside her. Meanwhile, an incident is unfolding in Tsumugi’s homeland, the village.
This tale tracks Hiiragi as he grapples with his emotions and evolves through the escapades he experiences with Tsumugi.
Voice Cast
Here is the voice cast of the movie:
- Kenshรด Ono – Yatsuse Hiiragi (voice)
- Miyu Tomita – Tsumugi (voice)
- Mitsuho Kambe – Kaede Yatsuse (voice)
- Miou Tanaka – Mikio Yatsuse (voice)
- Noriko Hidaka – Shion (voice)
- Satoshi Mikami – Izuru (voice)
- Shintarรด Asanuma – Ryuji Takahashi (voice)
- Satsuki Yukino – Mikuri Yatsuse (voice)
- Hisako Kyรดda – Gozen (voice)
- Aya Yamane – Mio Takahashi (voice)
- Shirรด Saitรด – Naoya Yamashita (voice)
- Shรดzรด Sasaki – Yoichi Tanimoto (voice)
- Tomoko Shiota – Shimako Yamashita (voice)
Theme Song
Music
The music for My Oni Girl features:
- Theme Song: “Uso janai”
Capturing the film’s mystical allure and the protagonist’s journey, performed by ZUTOMAYO. - Insert Song: “Blues in the Closet”
Adds soulful depth to key scenes, enhancing the emotional narrative.
About the Band
ZUTOMAYO, renowned for their unique music style and captivating shows, showcases their distinct sound in the film. Led by the enigmatic vocalist ACA-Ne, the band has amassed a following of over 2.5 million subscribers on YouTube and has exceeded 2 billion views. They have claimed top spots on both the Oricon and Billboard JAPAN charts.
ACA-Ne’s music promises to elevate the cinematic experience of My Oni Girl with their distinct and immersive sound.
Mark your calendar for May 24! It hits the big screen in Japan and will be released globally on Netflix.
Also Read: My Oni Girl Review
Source: Netflix, My Oni Girl website
Rajat, once an aspiring computer science engineer, transitioned into stand-up comedy, blending creativity with problem-solving. A huge anime and manga enthusiast, he also explores 3D design in Blender. Passionate about merging humor, design, and storytelling, Rajat is always ready to collaborate and create something unique.
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