Kyousougiga

About Kyousougiga

If you are hunting for a new action series, Kyousougiga (京騒戯画) deserves a look (2011). The setup goes like this. At its core: It's Kyoto, and yet it is not. A microcosm of peculiar origins, "Mirror Kyoto".

Along the way, a small incident causes a young girl, Koto, to wander into this world. She runs into an enigmatic monk, gets chased around by a tech-obsessed girl, and heartily enjoys her chaotic and colorful new life, but meanwhile, out of sight, a certain plan is being set into motion&hellip.

In an action series like this, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Koto (Rie Kugimiya) and Lady Koto (Aya Hisakawa) are two of the characters you will meet early. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. With 1 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Toei Animation, so the studio's house style defines how Kyousougiga looks and moves on screen. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Its 6.8/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. On the casting side, Rie Kugimiya voicing Koto gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 2011, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.