Nana
Summary: Departing from their respective hometowns, two young women with identical names are brought together in their pursuit of new beginnings. With their hearts set on going to Tokyo, Nana Komatsu dreams about blissful love, while Nana Osaki aims for a successful music career.
The former has a cheerful and friendly nature, but her naivety has steered her romantic life astray until she meets her dependable boyfriend—Shouji Endo. Without letting herself be dismayed by Shouji's decision to study in Tokyo, Nana works hard to earn enough money and follow him there. Meanwhile, her namesake is a solitary punk vocalist whose impassioned romance with her band's bassist, Ren Honjou, comes to a sudden end. Though heartbroken, Nana bravely looks forward and travels to the capital with the ambition of becoming a recognized artist.
Shortly after they arrive in Tokyo, the girls cross paths again due to an unexpected coincidence that ultimately leads them to live under the same roof. As they grow closer, the two strive to support one another amid their struggles to forge a future for themselves.
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Departing from their respective hometowns, two young women with identical names are brought together in their pursuit of new beginnings. With their hearts set on going to Tokyo, Nana Komatsu dreams about blissful love, while Nana Osaki aims for a successful music career.
The former has a cheerful and friendly nature, but her naivety has steered her romantic life astray until she meets her dependable boyfriend—Shouji Endo. Without letting herself be dismayed by Shouji's decision to study in Tokyo, Nana works hard to earn enough money and follow him there. Meanwhile, her namesake is a solitary punk vocalist whose impassioned romance with her band's bassist, Ren Honjou, comes to a sudden end. Though heartbroken, Nana bravely looks forward and travels to the capital with the ambition of becoming a recognized artist.
Shortly after they arrive in Tokyo, the girls cross paths again due to an unexpected coincidence that ultimately leads them to live under the same roof. As they grow closer, the two strive to support one another amid their struggles to forge a future for themselves.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Nana Review
Nana — Departing from their respective hometowns, two young women with identical names are brought together in their pursuit of new beginnings. 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 TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 8.57). 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, Nana 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
Komatsu, Nana
Main
Kawana, Midori
Japanese
Komatsu, Nana
Main
Sheridan, Kelly
English
Komatsu, Nana
Main
De Bortoli, Federica
Italian
Komatsu, Nana
Main
Chemin, Pascale
French
Komatsu, Nana
Main
Trifol, Nuria
Spanish
Komatsu, Nana
Main
Mezei, Kitty
Hungarian
Komatsu, Nana
Main
Jeong, Mi Sook
Korean
Komatsu, Nana
Main
Alija, Poetine
German
Oosaki, Nana
Main
Park, Romi
Japanese
Oosaki, Nana
Main
Tsuchiya, Anna
Japanese
Oosaki, Nana
Main
Shoichet, Rebecca
English
Oosaki, Nana
Main
Peller, Anna
Hungarian
Oosaki, Nana
Main
Molina, Graciela
Spanish
Oosaki, Nana
Main
Park, Seon Yeong
Korean
Oosaki, Nana
Main
Grémy, Claudine
French
Oosaki, Nana
Main
Quattrini, Selvaggia
Italian
Oosaki, Nana
Main
Bunk, Vera
German
Andou
Supporting
Ogata, Kenichi
Japanese
Andou
Supporting
Pichon, Yann
French
Andou
Supporting
Crescentini, Domenico
Italian
Staff
Maruyama, Masao
Producer
Nakamoto, Kenji
Producer
Nakatani, Toshio
Producer
Tamura, Manabu
Producer
Yoshimoto, Satoshi
Producer
Kobayashi, Mikiko
Assistant Producer
Asaka, Morio
Director, Episode Director, Storyboard, Key Animation
Mima, Masafumi
Sound Director
Chiba, Daisuke
Episode Director
Hirokawa, Shuuichi
Episode Director
Ikeda, Shigetaka
Episode Director, Key Animation
Ishizuka, Atsuko
Episode Director, Storyboard
Nakamura, Ryousuke
Episode Director, Storyboard
Suzuki, Norimitsu
Episode Director, Storyboard, Key Animation
Tsuruoka, Koujirou
Episode Director, Storyboard
Wakabayashi, Kanji
Episode Director, Key Animation
Watanabe, Masahiko
Episode Director
Yatabe, Katsuyoshi
Episode Director
Yoshino, Tomomi
Episode Director, Key Animation
Fudeyasu, Kazuyuki
Script