IRODUKU: The World in Colors
2018
Original language: Japanese
- animation
- drama
- sci-fi & fantasy
The story
Set in the city of Nagasaki, the story takes place in a world where a miniscule amount of magic remains in everyday life. Hitomi Tsukishiro is a 17-year-old descendant of a witch family who grew up with stale emotions, as she lost her sense of color at a very young age. Feeling sorry for her granddaughter's future, Kohaku, a great witch, sends Hitomi to past, the year 2018. Through exchanges with her 17-year-old grandmother and her club members, the story follows Hitomi's growth as a person.
What it’s like
Washed-out grey and then sudden bursts of saturated colour, with the sea and hillside streets of Nagasaki catching warm afternoon light, give this series a bright, quietly wistful surface. The soundtrack leans gentle and melodic, and the school club rooms and photo studio feel lived-in and unhurried. Its vibe is soft nostalgia mixed with gentle wonder, best suited to a slow weekend afternoon, a comfort rewatch, or an evening when you want something warm and undemanding. The pacing is episodic and conversational, built around everyday exchanges more than big set pieces. Its emotional arc follows a young woman who has grown numb relearning how to feel, and the tone stays hopeful, tender and low-stakes. Romance and friendship sit at the centre, with light teasing and sincere moments rather than heavy conflict. Violence is absent, and there is no sexual content or real fear; the mood is mild and sweet. It is for viewers who want a gentle, colourful story about belonging, creativity and rediscovering joy.
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