Josee to Tora to Sakana-tachi
Summary: Equipped with his passion for diving and admiration for marine biology, university student Tsuneo Suzukawa tries his best to juggle several part-time jobs to earn enough money to study abroad. But one night, in a fateful accident, he meets a girl in a wheelchair, driving his current path into a detour.
The girl, Kumiko—who prefers to be called "Josee"—initially comes off as rude. Tsuneo, however, is then convinced by Josee's grandmother to take on the paid job to be Josee's caretaker. Despite being annoyed with her bossy demeanor, Tsuneo sees the opportunity to save more funds to support his academic dream. Nonetheless, after putting up with Josee's behavior for some time, Tsuneo tries to quit, only to discover Josee's dreams of traversing the outside world—to experience a life free from her crippling condition.
Changing his mind, Tsuneo decides to accompany Josee in exploring the wonders that the world has to offer. Through their time together, the two begin to realize that the traits that bind them may be vital toward fulfilling their respective aspirations.
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Equipped with his passion for diving and admiration for marine biology, university student Tsuneo Suzukawa tries his best to juggle several part-time jobs to earn enough money to study abroad. But one night, in a fateful accident, he meets a girl in a wheelchair, driving his current path into a detour.
The girl, Kumiko—who prefers to be called "Josee"—initially comes off as rude. Tsuneo, however, is then convinced by Josee's grandmother to take on the paid job to be Josee's caretaker. Despite being annoyed with her bossy demeanor, Tsuneo sees the opportunity to save more funds to support his academic dream. Nonetheless, after putting up with Josee's behavior for some time, Tsuneo tries to quit, only to discover Josee's dreams of traversing the outside world—to experience a life free from her crippling condition.
Changing his mind, Tsuneo decides to accompany Josee in exploring the wonders that the world has to offer. Through their time together, the two begin to realize that the traits that bind them may be vital toward fulfilling their respective aspirations.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Josee to Tora to Sakana-tachi — Equipped with his passion for diving and admiration for marine biology, university student Tsuneo Suzukawa tries his best to juggle several part-time jobs to earn enough money to study abroad. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Drama, Romance conventions as a Movie work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8.38). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood — whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative — is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.
Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.
On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone — quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.
The soundscape — score, incidental music, and sound design — complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.
Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good — one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.
No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.
In sum, Josee to Tora to Sakana-tachi offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of Drama, Romance, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.
Characters & Voice Actors
Josee
Main
Kiyohara, Kaya
Japanese
Josee
Main
Liénart, Laetitia
French
Josee
Main
Yeung, Suzie
English
Josee
Main
Schwarze, Clara
Spanish
Josee
Main
Iansante, Luna
Italian
Josee
Main
Bautz, Julia
German
Suzukawa, Tsuneo
Main
Nakagawa, Taishi
Japanese
Suzukawa, Tsuneo
Main
Caillebot, Rémi
French
Suzukawa, Tsuneo
Main
Singh, Mosè
Italian
Suzukawa, Tsuneo
Main
Wang, Howard
English
Suzukawa, Tsuneo
Main
Kluckert, Sebastian
German
Fujita
Supporting
Urayama, Jin
Japanese
Fujita
Supporting
Mullins, Andy
English
Kishimoto, Kana
Supporting
Lynn
Japanese
Kishimoto, Kana
Supporting
Tarquini, Giulia
Italian
Kishimoto, Kana
Supporting
Shipman, Megan
English
Kishimoto, Kana
Supporting
Ledran, Lola
French
Kondou
Supporting
Obana, Kanji
Japanese
Kondou
Supporting
Weber, Philip
English
Manager Nishida
Supporting
Brantley, Larry
English
Staff
Cook, Justin
Producer
Kasahara, Shuuzou
Producer
Mukai, Kouichirou
Producer
Suzuki, Mari
Producer
Herek, Samantha
Assistant Producer
Tamura, Koutarou
Director, Storyboard
Wakabayashi, Kazuhiro
Sound Director
Miyanishi, Tetsuya
Episode Director
Okada, Kenjirou
Episode Director
Tobita, Tsuyoshi
Episode Director
Yasui, Takashi
Episode Director
Eve
Theme Song Performance, Theme Song Lyrics, Theme Song Composition, Inserted Song Performance
Numa
Theme Song Arrangement
Abe, Ayumi
Key Animation
Adachi, Yuusuke
Key Animation
Amisaki, Ryouko
Key Animation
Aoki, Mariko
Key Animation
Arai, Nobuhiro
Key Animation
Araki, Mio
Key Animation
Bessho, Masanao
2nd Key Animation