Tari Tari

Today was "Very Japanese Day" in my college Japanese 1 class (I know, childish, right?) and I ended up showcasing a pair of Japanese sneakers to try to hide the fact that I am a pretty big otaku, but my classmates made it pretty darn clear; they know I'm an otaku. They were right; no homework means today's a free day for me, so I was really just thinking of the next anime I was going to watch today.

A few clicks later, I stumble upon Tari Tari. I think, "what the heck. Wouldn't hurt and I could always pay attention to my games while I watch it." The games didn't happen. Just over five hours later, I finished the series. I think I'll just put what I thought into words.

Plot: After being rejected by the vocal club after an unforgettable mishap, Konatsu Miyamoto forms a choir club comprised of her best friend Sawa Okita, aspiring badminton player Taichi Tanaka, Austrian transfer student Atsuhiro Maeda (or "Wien", as they call him), and a student who's entirely given up on music, Wakana Sakai. It's not a very promising group (not speaking critically!) and they stumble across failure after failure, not until Sakai decides to take up music once again and bring the group up-to-par with the vocal club, which tends to belittle them for "playing a game". There's a small issue I have with the plot, and it comes in the form in the question; "where have I seen this before?" It's a pretty generic plot line and shows like this usually start out urging the viewer to throw the cast a pity party, but given the other things that this anime has to offer, I really let this one go.

Characters: I'm glad that one of the main cast, let alone the major focus of this anime (or so I'm led to believe) was incredibly timid with music and opening up in general, but progress allowed her to open up and become a key asset to the group. Not like I've never seen an anime like that, but it doesn't happen often. Most characters in anime tend to stay consistent throughout a series, but even the side characters have some kind of change that they experience, even if some of them go through the motions way too quick (which I really disliked, especially with Sakai, who I feel had a rushed development). Otherwise, I did like the characters in this series. They were all likable in their own separate ways, and that's probably what stopped me from simply gaming the night away.

Content: As a "slice of life" anime, I'd expect it to be an anime that leaves you feeling great that the ending went well for everyone. I was right that time, but not before some kind of internal and external struggle that all characters face. What I liked especially was the fact that the characters, unlike Anohana which I saw earlier this week, experienced progressive change, and a progressive buildup of emotions. Everyone didn't break down and admit to their emotions right at one key moment, rather, everyone had a problem that was explained and taken care of at different times. +1 for authenticity there.

I did read under genre that this is placed under "comedy". While it's not a comical show, it had its moments where I covered my mouth to stop myself from laughing too loud and also had moments where I smiled wholeheartedly. It didn't have too much humor, but that's a good thing. That just meant they didn't go overboard at all, which I know some shows tend to do. I think it's refreshing this way. This anime doesn't offer much along the lines of fan service, and the characters don't have to set their reputation on fire just to make the audience crack a smile here-and-there. There are times when I prefer subtle, dry humor, and there are times when I want to laugh so hard that I cry, but it's a good thing that today, I preferred dry humor.

Miscellaneous: Music is heavy in this anime. Just watch out for the fact that the music fills in more of the "choir" genre, but even if that's not your thing, I guarantee you'll enjoy it anyways given that you're relatively open-minded with music. There are a couple of things I didn't understand, and that would be the characters' questionable common sense. When you finally catch the bad guy, why do you sing to him? If your dad made an embarrassing bento, why don't you just mix the rice so the message is unreadable to the people sitting next to you? I suppose that kind of logic is prevalent in other animes and their strange common sense isn't as bad as in other shows I've seen, but these are things I'd at least expect the characters to overcome without going too over-the-top.

Animation is high-quality, and it's evident right away that this show strives to keep away from the common antics of a comedy. Despite being a 2D depiction of five high school students, it was one of the most realistic, if not the most realistic anime I've watched so far. It's not far off from reality with its depiction of real places and the faces don't portray exaggerated expressions at that.

Overall: For some strange reason, whatever that may be, I ended up enjoying this anime more than I previously thought I would. I didn't think I would like it, given this may be just another musical and I originally watched it to kill time, but I'd be lying if I said this anime didn't make me smile or tear up at the right moments. I don't like it as much as certain other anime series that I've seen, and I do admit I have a lot to rant on for this anime,yet I can't find a good reason why I like it anyways, let alone a reason why I want to watch it again.

With that said, for those looking to watch this anime, here's my advice: to those of you who like tearjerkers, you might cry a bit at the end (I admit, I teared up). To those of you who can't get enough slices of life, I recommend that you watch this anime. To those of you who want an uplifting "feelgood" anime, definitely hit the play button and start watching. Even if you're like me and just need something to kill time, watch the first couple of episodes, and from there, allow the show's charismatic elements to sink in and carry you the rest of the way through. I think you'll enjoy it, given that you're not one of those people who thinks an anime without action or fan service is a terrible anime.

Music is a very powerful thing. Music in animes often times gets placed on the back burner, but Tari Tari strongly places it in clear view-- and that's a very good thing.

A great but sometimes predictable plot boosts this series from a sub-par music show to an excellent anime in general. Tari Tari is about a girl who loves to sing, but missed her chance by messing up in a choir club performance. There is not one main character in this show, but three; Wanaka, Konatsu, and Sawa. And then there's the two male supporting characters; Taichi, a badminton enthusiast, and Wien, a hilarious foreign boy. Although the story does not really develop the male characters, that does not take away from this show at all. The three female leads make this show something spectacular, and the underdeveloped male characters never take away from the mood.

The music is very beautiful. If I were to hear the songs now, months after watching the show, I can guarantee you that I will cry. Tari Tari is such a pleasant, innocent, and beautiful show, and I don't believe anyone should write it off as just another music club anime.

...there was Tari Tari, a touching, fun story of five students who bond through music (and sometimes other pursuits of interest - like Badminton) in their senior year of high school. A tale of holding on to culture and traditions in the face of modernization, of sharing joys while you can, and finding a way to balance your passions and interests with necessity. Beautiful artistic style, and masterful choreography of story expertly interwoven with melodies await your senses!

TARI TARI、非常に楽しめた。まさか、こんなに
感動できるとは…
男女五人の生徒たちが歌ったり青春したりの日々を描く青春アニメ
2話で終了かと思うほどの展開だったが、それ以降も安定していた
5話の田中のバドミの話にしろ、7話のさわちゃんの馬の話にしろ
10話のウィーンの戦隊話にしろ、みんなのの気持ちがとてもよく伝わってきた特に、6話わかなちゃんの後悔と悲しみの気持がしっかりと表現されていた非常に感動的な話だったよ。先にご飯食べてるから、の後の親父さんが泣いてるのグッときた
5話以降、わかなちゃんのことが好きになったよｗｗ
7話からのエンディングに和奏が加わって良かった・・・
8話の紗羽パパが競馬学校に電話で
自分の娘が本気な事を必死で訴えている姿と
10話のウィーンが諦めないで必死になって犯人を捕まえようとする彼の姿には感動したな・・・
後、11話ではわかなちゃんが廃校で文化祭中止だっていうのにできあがった楽譜をかかえてみんなに"やろうよ！白祭！"というシーンはすごくよかった
最終回は校長先生と田中は男を見せてくれた
校長→今のご時世やっぱり子供を守れる大人はカッコい
田中→友達ましてや両親がいる前で告白する田中は男前
青春アニメとしてはこれ以上ないくらい素晴らしい作品だと思う。
神アニメすぎ泣いた
　
好きなシーン
・5話レンジの中に食パン
・6話和奏が幼児向けTVを見ていたとこ
・6話ウィーンの腹筋
・7話和奏の補習は終わっだがウィーンの補習はまだ終わらない件
・13話理事長に掴みかかった校長の快挙

良い点
作画綺麗
ED "潮風のハーモニー"
EDの絵が少しずつ変わっていくのが良かった。 最初は来夏と紗羽の絵だったのに最後は5人になってるし
13話ＥＤ曲を合唱部が歌ったときはもう涙腺崩壊したわ
Tari Tari OST ''Amigo Amigo ''中毒

High school. Ya, we've all been there (or at least most people have). Some people likes it, some people are indifferent about it, and some people hates it with a passion. The times we spent at high school may be a different experience for everyone but it is because of these experiences that we learn more about friendship, life, and most importantly, about ourselves. This series explores the life of what a final year of high school in the minds of several friends in the “Choir and sometimes Badminton Club” as they prepare their journey of their adulthood and into the future.

Tari Tari is one of those unexpected series of the season. In one way, there's not much action or excitement watching a bunch of cute girls doing cute things. In another way, it's a lighthearted school drama that details a story driven by friendship between a group of students who have their dreams, goals, ambitions, and mostly importantly, each other. That's right, Tari Tari is the rare gem of this season and one you can't buy into your heads without embracing its styles and themes that brings to its viewers.

The series is relatively new that is adapted from the manga written by Evergreen. Tari Tari is tagged with music, slice of life, as well as school life so guess what, the series takes place at a school setting. Some of you might feel less enthusiastic about a series regarding to school life. After all, we got like a million of those already and who needs more. Yet, Tari Tari here presents a sweet tale of music melancholy that has a charming cast and a refreshing drama that is memorable.

There are five main characters in the series that all debuts in its pilot episode. Count them with a hand. Five characters and all of them have identical shaped heads but different personalities.

First up, we got Wakana Sakai. She is what I would call the stubborn young lady. Despite having a strong voice with real talent, she refuses to sing. However, after certain circumstances, Wakana learns more about the true values of family and dedicates herself for the mother that she loves so dearly. Then, we got Sawa Okita who wishes to turn her dream of becoming a professional jockey into a reality. She's what I can see as probably the Yamato Nadeshiko of the club. Yet, below that outer shell hides an intensity that has vibes which can invoke much drama. Finally, we got Konatsu Miyamoto who makes up the balance of the group and seems to be the cheerful type of girl who likes to get involved with others but truly wants to help her friends. These three girls here all spice things up in the series with their conflicting personalities and ideologies.

The boys in the series are also noticeable at different stances. They won't let the girls walk all over them especially Taichi Tanaka who wishes to expand his badminton club. He is on a level of stubbornness with Wakana but deep down has a kind heart. His best friend, Atsuhiro "Wien" Maeda is there for him even though the duo has nearly completely opposite personalities.

So, here we are, the Choir and Sometimes Badminton Club. It's hard to say who is the leader as all of them have different parts in the story. They all have their dreams whether becoming a jockey, a professional tennis player, or finishing a song for a person they love. It's like high school you know, especially during the senior year when you start wondering about your future.

The series' episodes sometimes shifts focus and maintains on a specific character of the club. Yet, it brings out a sense of realistic feeling that we can relate. Tari Tari is a series that is character driven and all the members of the Choir and Sometimes Badminton Club gets their chance to shine whether individually or as a whole. The circumstances that leaves some of these characters as who they are is also entertaining to watch. Weird huh? Slice of life series often seems like reading a book where we watch a characters' life develop and their every day circumstances. Yet here, Tari Tari presents some sense of entertainment that allows us to taste a bit of realism of what the final year of high school feels like. (even for those who's already been there)

P.A Works (Angel Beats!, True Tears, Hanasaku Iroha) is involved in the series. Thus, you can expect some similarities if you're familiar with the studio. Hanasaku Iroha is especially the case here considering the various similarities and that slice of life nostologia. The visuals of the series is also similar that brings simple school life artwork to life. Some of the episodes are deeply colored but overall retains that simple yet realistic image that gives off the slice of life feeling. There are times some childish yet cute animation sequences with miniature version of some of the characters. Overall though, the artwork visuals are above average.

The overall soundtrack coordination and music in the series brings out a general lighthearted melody in the series. Jin Aketagawa (Hatsukoi Limited, Honey and Clover, Toradora!) presents his skills into Tari Tari with his experiences involving school life melancholy. The OP song "Dreamer" by AiRI is a symbolic term that reflects what people can do when they try hard and with the help of their friends, can make dreams come true. The ED songs here though are much more interesting to look at. In the first few sequences, there's not much development with only a lonely girl (Konatsu). As the episodes progresses and as the club grows, the ED songs features more ensembles with the cast.

The fact that the series is also tagged as “music”, you can expect some talented tunes beating into your ears. Unfortunately from my respective, I can't really agree with such a real talent coming out the mouths of the characters. It's just fairly average but with their ambitions, the club can make it quite far. Later on though, they bring more amusement into the show and their inner hero awakens within them bringing forth more drama. Speaking of which, there is definitely drama in the series despite not being explicit detailed. Drama takes place into the eyes of the vice principal who has a grudging attitude. It reminds me of this guy I met during high school. He would berate students for the tiniest of mistakes and hands out detention slips like free samples at Costco. Yet, as the series progresses, we can see some reflection of the vice principal's past and what she's been through. Although not the most likable character in the series, it's interesting to see her development involving the members of the cast.

Ultimately, this series is a rare gem of this season that takes slice of life to a different level. It is a school drama with a likeable cast of characters of different personalities. They bring forth joy, entertainment, drama, but at times also emotions that we all feel as part of being human. The series artwork has realism and is natural like the way a high school experience should be. The soundtrack orchestrated fits within the lighthearted mood of a typical slice of life series. The story itself focuses on the individual characters as well as the Choir and Sometimes Badminton Club as a whole. It's dramatic and entertaining to watch even though. Still though, don't expect much surprise as the series does follow with some cliches and can be repetitive at times. Additionally, the series has many borrowed themes from other school life series so don't expect the unexpected.

So, what do you think? Still want to watch Tari Tari? I know high school has a different view in the minds of different people but it's an experience that most of us have or will explore in our lives. During that final year, it's time to think about the future and with friends as well as a strong ambition, there's nothing we can't accomplish.

Wow, this was a great Anime. I couldn't believe the story line would catch me the way it did. TRULY one of the best, i wouldn't mind re-watching this anime over and over.

This got some lukewarm reviews over the net. It's actually pretty good overall. The performance was solid and the story well paced. Character development was good and it was pretty funny as well. If you don't know Japanese, Tari Tari is a way of constructing a gerund to list two or more things that you do. All of the episode titles are constructed this way. This is lost in the translation as ing ing is really not special construction.

Worth watching once... not sure about twice.

Recuerdo que lo primero que me ahuyento de ver este anime fue su nombre (que para entonces) se me hacia ridículo y me llevo hasta creer que se trataba de una historia simplona y común como cualquier historia de la vida escolar. Pero no, el anime resultó ser mucho mas profundo de lo que esperaba con una trama atrapante y con un par de aspectos que rompen con el estereotipo de anime sin lugar a dudas fue de lo mejor que vi en el 2012, cabe también destacar el excelente OST que posee este anime el cual vengo escuchando hace varios meses y para los latinoamericanos hay una sorpresita buenos personajes, buena música, una historia realmente buena y un nombre que dificilmente se te olvide si te gustó este anime!;
Tari Tari recomendado si buscas emocionarte y reirte.