Audience reviews
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The art and sound quality are top notch, but that is basically all the show has to offer. The entire series is lacking any conflict or extensive developments, which were far and away the best parts of the show. The sister's arrival and the magical phenomena (the mandrake, burning the hair, the black and white river) were the best parts, but overall the series came and went and literally it was just a bunch of characters in a room talking about obvious and/or dull things with almost every other sentence ending in sugoi! (amazing) or eehhhh! They would call such random things amazing. Oh you own a liquor store, or can spin around in a circle, or like to eat fried herbs, or can make curry? Amazing!
That dynamic definitely enhanced the feeling the show gave off of just shallow, fake character…
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Flying Witch has next to no conflict yet manages to remain engaging through its atmosphere, picturesque scenery, and soothing soundtrack. The show places utmost attention on the mundane to provide a sense of beauty for the ordinary that is easy to miss in real life. By basing some of its locations on real life settings, it further adds to its realism. Tasks such as gardening and cooking are ones that Flying Witch tackles while (hopefully) retaining the vewer's interest through its atmosphere and grounded character interactions. The characters in Flying Witch are less exaggerated than in some other slice of life series, even amidst its use of magic. Some of the show's comedy is effective precisely because it juxtaposes the mundane attitudes of its characters with the magical scenarios at pl…
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Flying witch is a laid back slice of life anime with one of the most charming characters i've ever seen. It follows the story of Kowata Makoto who's a witch in training. All of the episodes cover the everyday life of this girl and her family and friends.
What i like about Flying Witch in general is how relaxing it is. Now it is just a typical slice of life anime at first glance but each episode you start to enjoy it more and more until you can't get enough.
What makes this a masterpiece is the combination of charming characters, gorgeous art, and over the top calming music. All of these just compliment each other so well.
From this point on there's some really minor spoilers so keep in mind. REALLY minor.
[Story] (This part have some minor spoilers, you can skip this.)
Even though the…
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Spoiler free.
Flying Witch...where i have to begin?
Fan of the "usual magic" anime series should think twice before watching this work, because it has almost nothing to do with the common magic that we are used to see. It has magic, that's sure, but it's different, more classic and, in some ways, more deep.
Story: 6
Why only 6? Because that series doesn't have a story, and doesn't need it, in my humble opinion.
The events of the various episodes are well managed, so the time will flow easily while watching.
Art: 7
What can i say...the "visual" part of the anime is not memorable, but it fits perfectly the pace and the atmosphere of the series, and for me that's the most important thing.
Sound: 8
Nice voice acting and pretty op/ed. The main dish, though, is the OST; it harmonize with sce…
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Flying Witch has to be the most light heartening refreshing anime ever made. It's a far deviation away from a typical school SOL and (violent) adventure types, I can't really put the right words together to describe it. I invite you to join the world of Flying witch because I do not think you will be disappointed. The character development is great and every second of every episode leaves you with a sense of fulfillment. Which is a very hard thing to have. The show is bright and airy and well...Just go watch it!
Keep in mind with this though: Not a lot really happens in this anime. There is no backbone story line guiding the plot in any one direction. It's just a hodgepodge of "let's do this today!" So if you're not really into that, this may not be your cup of tea.
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Flying Witch Review (NO SPOILERS)
Heh. No spoilers. As if this show actually has anything to spoil, in the first place. Ok, then. Flying Witch is one of those shows that I see a screenshot or a short clip of and I think the artwork looks so stinkin good, that I just gotta go see the entire show. And unfortunately... that doesn't always lead me to the best of shows... If I were to describe Flying Witch in one word, it would be "nothing". That's the gist of it. NOTHING happens in this show. So you're thinking "Oh, then it's a slice of life show?" I guess??? But it's the most eventless and dull lifestyle that you'll ever witness. Now, I said that there isn't anything to spoil in this show, and there really isn't. But I will be going over some events in the show, as well as the overall begi…
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REVIEW: Flying Witch
"How is this rated a 7.69!? This is a great slice-of-life anime. In my opinion. Why? Well, read my review and you'll see why!
Story: (8/10) Here's my take on the synopsis. Makoto, being the witch she is, the story practically revolves around her alongside her cousins, Kei and Chinatsu. With the start of each episode, as a witch in training, Makoto explores Aomori, Japan with her two cousins to expand her surroundings. By exploring together, the crew encounters many things. May it be companions, magical beings, creatures and places unperceivable from the human eye! With the help of her surroundings and as a witch living with her two cousins in Aomori, Japan, her goal is to become a 'Flying Witch' someday!
Art: (8/10) The animation is fluid, and simply beautiful since…
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Flying Witch is possibly one of the most relaxed, tranquil anime bestowed upon this world. This show was a gem among stones this season, with nothing else keeping me particularly hyped for the next episode. Despite this show having a basic plot and absolutely no movement in the story (not physically anyway) this was absolutely one of my favourites this season.
Story: 8
Flying Witch is about, well, a flying witch. Her name is Kowata Makoto, she leaves the city of Yokohama to live with her relatives in the small town of Aomori to train as a witch. That's about it, each episode depicts the antics all the characters get up to together, from simple activities like cooking at school or making a vegetable patch, to creating potions and discovering new spells accompanied by the other witch charac…
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Despite the title "Flying Witch", the show doesn't really feature a lot of Flying Witches or crazy witch battles. Instead, the show is just a super-relaxing slice-of-life series with a touch of magic. If you've watched titles such as Non Non Biyori then you can expect the same atmosphere from this show.
[Story]
Flying Witch is basically about a 15 year old witch named Makoto who moved into a rural town called Aomori to train as a professional witch. This is where the slice-of-life atmosphere begins.
The atmosphere of the show is super-relaxing. It's like you want to move out of this god-forsaken noisy/polluted city and just live the rest of your days in a (almost) pollution-free quiet rural environment. That's what I felt like when I was watching an episode of Flying Witch every week.…
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Spring 2016 is a season full of highs and lows. I mostly dealt with the latter, making myself too submerged in the negativity. But here comes Flying Witch, a show that has become known by now as a healing experience. Watching the show never fails to improve my mood. Everything about it just screams positivity and sunshine from the calming atmosphere, joyful characters, and the laid-back story. The often atmospheric moments such as scenery shots accompanied with beautiful calming music is truly bliss. The story of a young witch training in unfamiliar yet welcoming territory reminds me a lot of Kiki’s Delivery Service, one of my favourite Ghibli films. While it does not offer any actual plot, each episode offers an adventure that constantly introduces supernatural elements and fits them well…
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I'll start off by saying kudos, Flying Witch. It really took me by surprise how much I ended up enjoying this show.
I pick up a number of shows per season, and Flying Witch was the one I knew least about. I got a very relaxed vibe from the first few episodes so I stuck with it. By the end of its run I was in awe how much this magical slice of life had won me over.
The colorful cast of characters we meet over the course of Flying Witch is definitely the standout ingredient here. Your typical slice of life is bound to have 1 or 2 unbearable characters, but I honestly loved everyone we came across over this journey; from the various witches like accidental-furry Inukai and the adorable cafe assistant Anzu, to their familiars and the various creatures inhabiting the magical realm.
The main…
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Flying Witch is possibly the best iyashikei (healing) anime ever made. If you love Aria, Non Non Biyori, and the Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou OVAs, then this is a must-see series. Flying Witch stands out because it makes even Aria look action-packed. Every moment of every episode unfolds naturally and organically; there's a very subtle but unmistakable message that humans (witch or otherwise) are truly inseparable from the earth, plants, wind, and sky. There's no overt conflict, no overly energetic comedy bits, and really no plot. I have no idea how an entire episode dedicated to the coming of spring, taking a few walks, and picking fresh wildflower buds for tempura can be utterly captivating, but that's why Flying Witch is so magical.
One thing that's particularly refreshing is that all the c…
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Flying Witch, a show that pretty much speaks for itself judging by the title. Yes, it’s literally a series about a flying witch named Makoto and her friends. Yes, it has magic in the series because what else would witches excel in? And yes, this is the type of magical story that will entice you in such a comfortable charm that you won’t ever forget.
The series is adapted from the manga of the same name and essentially, it’s a hybrid of slice of life and fantasy. We follow the life of Kowata Makoto as she returns to living in a rural town with her friends and relatives. In essence, it explores the daily life style of how Makoto gets around while also developing her magical skills as the flying witch. Her friends and family guides her while we also learn about their characters. There is no…
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Flying Witch is a fantastic series and breaks the norm from the supernatural series of the past and present.
As I will say every time, I love any series that is set in a rural area. Something about it enables me to relax and take in a show with little to no effort while still enjoying it. What's more is we get witches and the like added to the mix. Normally, when it comes to having this element in a series, it mostly involves shounen battle sequences, good versus evil and whatnot. Here, we just have witches (the rest mostly being spirits of nature) living amongst humans with no conflict. Rarely do we see this ever happen, and I'm glad a series like this exists.
What also makes this entertaining is the characters. They're all likable and have some good interactions with each other. From t…
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The title "Flying witch" suggests there will be flying and magics. I think both happen maybe once in each episode and that's it. But it's not a bad thing, it's just regular 'slice of life' anime.
Story follows young witch Makoto living with her relatives in some nice countryside. The vibe really reminds me of "Non non biyori" - almost no people in the background, just main characters doing everyday things. Well, sometimes 'everyday things for a witch', but it's not flashy fireworks show. I really liked that, the magic rituals shown are simple - no lights, no wind, mainly drawing magic circles, using small items and awaiting effect. Flying on a broom is a way to travel around town, no racing or great speeds, just floating short distances.
You've seen these characters before - 7/10
Unfortu…
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Sha, la,la,laaa, dakedo, exactly what directions does this anime going for????????That's the question which only writer Chihiro Ishizuka and anime director Katsushi Sakurabi can answer, as I watch the last episode of this anime, and all I can say is that it was pretty fucking boring to say the least:
Storywise, it has a setting and a genre, but it's plot about a witch in training was pretty much an complicated form of Parachronism, where one wouldn't understand as to why would a witch in training even live with a family who doesn't even practice witchcraft, let alone that such entity is an abomination to ever religious faith be it Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism and Islam, would be in a community who somehow doesn't mind that there is one in their neighborhood. Also the plot is all over…
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Shalalala~!!!...
flying witch is one of the best healing anime this Spring 2016.
flying witch's plot is looking at the daily lives of a witch living in the rural side with her relatives and this anime looks at both sides of both rural farming and magic.
The characters aren't anything new as the setting of the rural town to the anime being a slice of life anime, the characters are just as laxxing as the genre flying witch is in, however there were two characters that breaks this, that being ever-enthusiastic Chinatsu Kuramoto voiced by Eri Suzuki, the younger sister of Kei, relatives to Makoto and Makoto's free spirited older sister Akane Kowata voiced by Kana Aoi, Akane brings in some flair and the magical side to flying witch and just her nonchalantly coming in and feels like a firewor…
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Flying witch was my choice for the slice of life of the season.
There's usually no guarantee for a currently airing show to be good, but with slice of life you at least get consistency.
But I feel like flying witch was something better than just a normal SoL show.
The story of Flying witch is really simple, it just follows around a soon to become witch in a world where magic exists.
There is some overarching parts to it, new characters get occasionally introduced and aren't forgotten about for example.
Mostly the show is just the daily life of a witch, but it occasionally breaks into scenic shots and keeps everything fresh with a few jokes.
Even the magic in the show is played very casually, like it wasn't a big deal.
This all makes for a pretty funny, atmospheric and relaxing episodes.…
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Take it easy, relax, and join in the fun. Flying witch's is perhaps one of the best titles to get snuggle up and "comfy" with.
Flying witch was indeed a "comfy" title. Without a doubt "comfy" is the best word to describe the series. Flying Witch is a fantasy title that follows the 15-year-old witch Makoto Kowata and other supporting characters in her daily life. Because the show is considered "Slice of Life" the story and plot are slow. The slow pacing of the story-telling is actually a good thing, it makes it easy to follow along, and in addition to that, you can enjoy what the story has to offer, which is one of the many things I appreciated about this title. What's fascinating about Flying witch is that the show has a distinct Studio Ghibli feel to it. Ghibli films were always full of…
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Do you want a show that is serene, tranquil, and perfect for relaxation? Maybe you are tired of how action-packed and over-the-top most anime are? Perhaps you want to relieve yourself of all the worries in real life and just enjoy the ride?
Regardless, I invite you to enter the world of Flying Witch. It is not heavy, exciting, or full of action. In fact, it meanders through quite uneventful situations. However, it is truly the pinnacle of slice of life as far as feeling good goes. It's a beautiful concoction of peaceful music, a laid-back setting, and genuinely sweet characters doing everyday things with no worry or tension and magic thrown in. While more demanding audiences may find it dull, I can safely recommend it those who just want something sweet and soothing.
There are other rela…
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