BUTA English Sub & Dub

About BUTA

Here is what BUTA is about, retold in plain terms: an action, adventure and comedy anime by Telecom Animation Film (2012). 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.

With action at the core, 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. This one is best suited 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. The action focus matters here: fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. With a 6.1/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. Voice casting, including Masaki Terasoma as Buta, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2012, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.