Ocean Waves English Sub & Dub

About Ocean Waves

Here is what Ocean Waves (海がきこえる) is about, retold in plain terms: a drama, romance and slice of life anime by J.C.STAFF and Studio Ghibli (1993). What the story covers: Ocean Waves is high school love story set in Kochi, Japan. Morisaki Taku and Matsuno Yutaka are best companions when a girl from Tokyo named Muto Rikako transfers to their school.

Another thread: Excluding herself from group activities, she’s eventually labeled a snob. Matsuno has a crush on Rikako, so it’s no surprise that he gets a little jealous when Morisaki and Rikako start spending more time together. The rumors around school get worse, but Morisaki still insists there is nothing between him and Rikako.

In a drama series like this, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Rikako Muto (Youko Sakamoto) and Taku Morisaki (Nobuo Tobita) are two of the characters you will meet early. This one is best suited to viewers who prefer story and feelings over flashy action. At 1 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with J.C.STAFF and Studio Ghibli, which means the visual identity of Ocean Waves follows that studio's craft. Within the drama category, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Its 6.3/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. On the casting side, Youko Sakamoto voicing Rikako Muto gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 1993, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.