ARIA The ANIMATION English Sub & Dub

About ARIA The ANIMATION

Here is what ARIA The ANIMATION is about, retold in plain terms: a fantasy, sci-fi and slice of life anime by Hal Film Maker (2005). At its core: Drift peacefully into Neo Venezia, a metropolis on the planet Aqua (formerly known as Mars). By the 24th century, humans have found a way to colonize the previously uninhabitable planet.

As things develop, as futuristic as that sounds, Neo Venezia is still teeming with rustic beauty; gondolas on wide canals and waterways are the main mode of transportation. The city itself is a faithful replication of Manhome's (the planet formerly known as Earth) Venice. To make sure that residents and tourists alike get the most from Neo Venezia's many wonders, companies offering guided tours via gondola were formed, one of which is named Aria Company.

In a fantasy series like this, world-building, magic systems and creature design set the tone. Voice work is led by Erino Hazuki as Akari Mizunashi and Sayaka Oohara as Alicia Florence. This one is best suited to fans of magic, kingdoms and invented worlds. At 13 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Hal Film Maker is the studio behind ARIA The ANIMATION, and its direction shapes everything from character design to motion. Because it leans on fantasy, world-building, magic systems and creature design set the tone. At 7.6/10 it earns a solid reception, a safe pick for fans of the genre. Voice casting, including Erino Hazuki as Akari Mizunashi, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2005, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.