Hakumei and Mikochi

 

                The world as we know it has been shrunken down to fit the stature of a race of little people and animals. Hakumei and Mikochi are two characters which explore the soothing world around them. Whether it be taking a submarine down to the depths to find an ancient fish or competing in a singing contest with Konjyu, Hakumei and Mikochi live in a relatively peaceful environment while conducting their own business.  Hakumei being a brave carpenter does odd jobs with a weasel such as fixing up windmills to become houses or rebuilding a bridge. Mikochi, on the other hand, prefers to live out her days as a tailor, singer, and chef. It is always a relaxing day watching these pair work out their daily problems.

                Many of the situations that they run into are quite frankly the most relaxing way to spend your day. Although it may seem trivial, these tiny people are capable of great feats that involve lots of strength. A lot of their episodes are broken up into two episodes within each 23-minute time frame. The development of each character is superb whether it be Konjyu’s one-sided feud with Mikochi or the simple task of building a hot pool to relax in as a homemade spa. It is simply a divine slice of life anime that gives the viewer’s mind a chance to relax as they sit back and enjoy the daily lives of the two main characters. It certainly is a breath of fresh air to see such peaceful environments and graceful characters, even the antagonists in some of the episodes are enjoyable to watch.