Mushi-Uta English Sub & Dub

About Mushi-Uta

Here is what Mushi-Uta (ムシウタ) is about, retold in plain terms: an action, fantasy and sci-fi anime by Beat Frog and Studio Tulip (2007). The setup: Mushi-uta's story takes place in the near future. Ten years before the story's opening, peculiar insect-like creatures known as "Mushi" began appearing.

Soon after, the Mushi are able to consume peoples' dreams and thoughts in return for supernatural powers. At the end of episode one, protagonist Daisuke "Kakkou" Kusuriya encounters a young girl named Shiika Anmoto. The two, in time, become quite close.

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Shintarou Asanuma as Daisuke Kusuriya and Kana Hanazawa as Shiika Anmoto. This one is best suited to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 12 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Beat Frog and Studio Tulip, which means the visual identity of Mushi-Uta follows that studio's craft. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Its 6.1/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. Voice casting, including Shintarou Asanuma as Daisuke Kusuriya, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2007, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.