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Natsume's Book of Friends
Shuka
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Anime 2008
Natsume's Book of Friends
rural spirit melancholyyoukai-seeing tendernessreturned names
This work has been selected for the Aravien index based on editorial review.
Synopsis
Blessed with eyes that are able to perceive the otherwise invisible youkai, Takashi Natsume hides his ability from his newfound family and friends to protect everyone's peaceful daily life. Nonetheless, Natsume never fails to show the same kindness to the benevolent youkai and happily returns their names by using th...
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Editorial note
Keeps folklore in play with a different anime voice.
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Why this work is here
Blessed with eyes that are able to perceive the otherwise invisible youkai, Takashi Natsume hides his ability from his newfound family and friends to protect everyone's peaceful daily life. Nonetheless, Natsume never fails to show the same kindness to the benevolent youkai and happily returns their names by using th...
Selected for cultural longevity · regional significance · editorial selection · thematic depth
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Connected works
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Neon Genesis Evangelion
Keeps folklore in play with a different anime voice.
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Ghost in the Shell
Carries folklore forward while giving it a stronger anime expression.
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