Audience reviews
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weirdy8
The title Zatsu Tabi is actually a pun. While “That's Journey” makes it seem like half an English word spelled wrong, the word Zatsu really means “rough” or “sloppy.” Vtuber fans are probably familiar with this term already because of chatting streams being referred to as zatsudans (just chatting). The appeal of these streams is that they feel less scripted than the typical Japanese interview, straddling the line between small talk and an improv comedy session. The same applies to Zatsu Tabi. The title literally means “a sloppy journey,” because they're exploring on the fly. In fact, when this manga was coming out, the main character, Chika, had a real-life Twitter poll made to decide where they went next. Because if the journey truly is all that matters, anyone can decide the destination.…
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Zatsu Tabi (literally random travels, or even sloppy travels) became a lot more interesting to me once I planned and went on my own trip to Japan. This show really captures the simple joy of taking some time off to go see a neat place you haven't been before. It showcases not only the big attractions but also the more particular details of travel like transport and accommodations that make up a large part of the experience for any trip. Since there were only so many places I got to visit in Japan this anime acts as a next-best thing for the places I didn't see, and is full of ideas for future trips.
If this were a character based slice of life the characters would definitely need a bit more to be compelling, either in moe or drama. But it works since the trips themselves are the focus. Wh…
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Zatsu Tabi: That’s Journey is not an anime about plot, escalation, or grand character arcs. It’s about boredom - and what happens when you don’t fight it.
When anime often demands momentum, the series embraces idleness. Its plot is very simple: feeling unfettered, slightly adrift, and overwhelmed by a social-media-saturated world, the protagonist decides to travel without overthinking it. There’s no master plan, no transformational quest - just movement. That choice alone feels quietly radical. She goes where others vote for her to go.
Rather than relying on narrative tension, Zatsu Tabi finds meaning in attention. The show lingers on train rides, meals, side streets, and historical footnotes that might otherwise be skimmed past. In doing so, it offers genuine insight into Japanese hist…
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The story of this anime is considered an iyashikei, and I can say that it does have some elements of the genre. However, this is also the typical anime about cute girls living their daily lives. If you find yourself relaxing while watching it, that is more due to your own enjoyment than anything the series actively offers, because there is very little of interest here. It feels more like blatant propaganda for Japanese tourism. I would not be surprised if the Ministry of Tourism had commissioned it.
The few characters that appear are very flat. They have no particularly interesting dialogue; they simply comment on the places they visit and occasionally appear in hot springs. That is essentially all they have to offer.
As for the main plot, it tries to take itself seriously, but it ends u…
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Zatsu Tabi is another travel/adventure anime this season alongside Mono, but honestly… it’s kind of lacking. I was really glad to see another university student as the main character (we need more of that!), but the show just didn’t click for me.
Most of the time, the main character is solo traveling and just talking to herself the whole way through. I usually love laid-back anime, but this one felt too slow and, honestly, kind of boring. The few times she actually travels with friends? Way more fun. The group dynamic adds a lot, and I wish there was more of that.
Don’t get me wrong—I like the idea of solo travel. It's spontaneous, and the anime does capture that aspect well. But turning solo wandering into a full anime… just doesn’t really work for me. It’s hard to stay engaged when mos…
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There are action heavy shows, there are romance shows, there are shows that really makes you think and then there are shows that makes you laugh out loud. But then there are shows like Zatsu Tabi that you watch to relax and enjoy something out of the ordinary.
Animation and sound: pretty decent, the locations that are visited were done justice. I did noted occasional cut on animation here and there (there is a scene with 3D car passing by and if you play scene frame by frame you can see it just gliding with wheels not even moving. xD) but not enough to ruin the experience for me. Music was also serviceable but nothing to really hit it with me to remember a certain soundtrack from the show.
Overall animation and music - it is decent and it gets the job done. You can see that the real effo…
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Zatsu Tabi is exactly the kind of anime I've been looking for. I really love this show.
It introduces and showcases many travel destinations in Japan—places that many people, especially foreigners, may not be familiar with. Each episode provides detailed information, including travel routes, estimated costs, travel time, and recommendations for local food specialties.
This anime is clearly made for viewers who just want to sit back, relax, and enjoy something light without needing to think too hard or go through emotional rollercoasters.
Some might see this as a tourism promotion campaign for Japan, but for me, that's not a bad thing at all. In fact, that's exactly what I've been looking for—an easygoing anime that takes you on a journey across Japan with all its unique destinations.
T…
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YuruCamp, Encouragement of Climb, Houkago Teibou Nishi; some anime about cute girls doing activities for fun and adventure. All involve some amount of travel; buying gear; practicing with beginner levels; then adding friends. Zatsu Tabi is in the same category.
These kind of anime broadly fit the description ‘iyashikei’ for healing. I am a big fan of shows like this, so choosing to watch it was a given. Unfortunately it was not nearly as fulfilling or as well made as those other shows.
There are only a few characters- Chika, this blue haired girl on the cover with red beanie; and her friend Koyomi who has purple hair. At one point they give their ages as 19. They’re presented as independent adults- at 19?? Okay, just roll with it. Chika needs inspiration for her manga as she’s hit a wal…
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An animated travel show, slice of life in its purest form. But it's not for everyone.
This anime does one thing and does it perfectly, which is showcasing Japan and traveling across the country. A prerequisite for this anime is to have an interest in Japan, its culture, its landscape, its sights, its food, the list goes on. Otherwise you will probably find this anime boring. It's not like other slice of life/adventure anime out there, it really is just a travel show that's animated, with extras.
There are notable side characters that tag along Chika, somtimes there's a tiny bit of drama around them, but honestly it's unnecessary, the show doesn't rely on drama to spark interest. However Chika's struggles with becoming a mangaka and just in general figuring out her life and relationships…
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The cities of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka are currently facing an unusual problem: overtourism.
Overtourism describes a phenomenon where some locations attract a greater number of tourists than their support capacity. As a result, tourists strain infrastructure, drive an increase in prices, change the local landscape by shifting demand incentives and often disrespect local etiquette.
How does Japan plan to tackle this issue? Well, there are talks of taxing tourists, or imposing additional costs to industries and sectors related to the newcomers, but the Japanese are too intelligent and creative to resort to simple tactics. Nay, there is a sophisticated machination going on before our very eyes: pumping out high culture (anime/manga) depicting all the glory of other Japanese prefectures. As a…
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Sometimes, an anime doesn’t need action, suspense, or elaborate plot twists to leave a lasting impression. Zatsu Tabi is one of those rare, cozy gems that quietly encourages you to notice the beauty in everyday life.
The story follows the protagonist Chika as she takes journeys across lesser-known towns in Japan, and what struck me most was how it made me appreciate the subtle quirks and local charms that we often overlook in our own surroundings. Watching the characters discover new places, try local food, and visit quirky roadside attractions reminded me that you don’t always need a passport and plane ticket to experience something special. As someone living in Australia who has always dreamed of travelling abroad, Zatsu Tabi reminded me that there’s so much to discover just a few hours…
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Zatsutabi’s the first anime I’ve seen to truly accurately capture the complete travel experience and show all the benefits travel can have on your life! As a travel content creator and frequent traveler, I really appreciate how this show showed the complete process from deciding where you want to go, to planning what you’ll do there and showing what trains and busses to take. The best way you can describe this show is as a travel vlog with cute anime girls and it worked for me. I got to see a lot of places in Japan I’ve been already and also learned about places I want to go! It was a nice blend of educational and entertaining with a loveable cast and beautiful art that perfectly recreated some of the most iconic spots in Japan.
What makes this really special to me is just how detailed it…
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Zatsu Tabi: That's Journey — When you hit writer's block, why not go out, touch some grass, and let nature sink into every fibre of your being?
In all of my years of watching anime, it has more been the fact that we're so constantly bombarded with "the next big thing", be it in the form of Shonen juggernauts in the making or one that has hype built upon it to further extend its reach on the small screen. But what if I told you that you could be doing the same but reel in the Iyashikei setting so that it becomes a healing show that exudes all of the charm of a slice-of-life adventure? Then I shall invite you to mangaka Kenta Ishizaka's ZatsuTabi -That’s Journey-, the Yuru Camp/mono-esque "half-CGDCT, half-not" version of a pilgrimage, from the POV of a fellow mangaka in the making as a pse…
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Zatsu Tabi That's Journey, a show that chronicles the journey of Chika Suzugamori who was rejected by the manga industry. This turned out to be a blessing in disguise as she ventures on a journey to discover the world around her. They say life can be filled with surprises, and Zatsu Tabi That's Journey tipify exactly just that.
Chika is an indoor girl. This is made obvious from the first few episodes but that doesn't stop the show from giving her the chance to explore. By explore, it doesn't just mean discovering new places but also discovering herself. The first episode sparks a new curiousity and goal in her life: to go on a journey. There's really no set destination because at the heart of this show, it's about the experience. Throughout this journey, Chika explores the culture of plac…
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