Shiranpuri

About Shiranpuri

Looking for background on Shiranpuri (しらんぷり)? This drama series by Shirogumi (2012) starts out like this. At its core: Don-chan is being bullied by Yaragase, but when Boku keeps seeing it happen, he has to ask himself, what will he do? Shiranpuri is one of the four anime works that each received 38 million yen (about US$470,000) from the "2011 Young Animator Training Project.

Another thread: Just like in 2010, the animation labor group received 214.5 million yen (US$2.65 million) from the Japanese government's Agency for Cultural Affairs.

In a drama series like this, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. It will appeal most to viewers who prefer story and feelings over flashy action. With 1 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Shirogumi, so the studio's house style defines how Shiranpuri looks and moves on screen. Within the drama category, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Its 5.9/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. It aired in 2012, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.