Ninja Anime Project by Kinema Citrus
"Ninja Skooler" is a new anime with the original concept by animation studio Kinema Citrus, directed by Shunsuke Takai. The series portrays a comical yet touching ninja story, aiming to deliver a warm and moving experience to its viewers.
Story and Characters
The protagonist of the story is Rappa, an orphaned boy. Rappa admires fictional ninjas and, one snowy night, is saved by a real ninja named Okachimachi and his master after falling from a roof. He visits them, asking to become their apprentice, and they live together like a family. As he grows, Rappa is depicted training diligently to become a ninja who protects the town. The setting of the story is a candy shop where Rappa and his friends gather, portrayed with humor in their daily lives.
Main Staff and Song Information
Character design is handled by Hami, with key animators including Yuka Kuroda, Franzisca Van Wulfen, and Shunsuke Takai. Numerous studios participated in the in-between animation, with Studio BUS notably standing out. The music features a song titled "Knots," composed and sung by Takashi Iwami.
Initial Launch Event and Project Background
This project was first announced at the Anime Central event held in May 2024 in Rosemont, Illinois. Since then, the appeal has been further enhanced through the collaboration of various creative teams.
