BUTA

About BUTA

Meet BUTA, an action, adventure and comedy anime by Telecom Animation Film (2012). Here is the premise in a nutshell. In short: Buta the sword for hire is recruited by the Tufugu Pirates on their voyage to seek a stockpile of treasure. On board he discovers the child Kitsune locked away below deck.

As things develop, after some misunderstandings and with the promise of more money, the two of them go on their own adventure. (Source: BakaBT) Note: Buta is one of the four anime works that each received 38 million yen (about US$470,000) from the "2011 Young Animator Training Project. 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.

As an action title, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Masaki Terasoma as Buta and Miyuki Sawashiro as Fox. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 1 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Telecom Animation Film, so the studio's house style defines how BUTA looks and moves on screen. Within the action category, 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. On the casting side, Masaki Terasoma voicing Buta gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 2012, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.