GR Anime Review: Kino's Journey (2017)
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- Опубліковано 14 бер 2018
- A Glass Reflection Review of Kino's Journey (2017)
Originally Released: March 15th 2018
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Hey your wearing your old jacket. Brings back memories when I first subscribed.
Gordon Shumway _ladies gentlemen and others..._
This somehow reminds me of a certain cross gender dressing palmtree...
JormungandR I thought that at first too, but I believe it's an RCMP jacket.
Just wait until he digs out the old lab coat that'd be lit 👀
I still remember the lab coat times
Actually he wore lab coat.
The 2003 version just had this super philosophical and charming feel to it that the remake doesn't have. I think what made the original unique was its low detailed style of animation. Its similar to how all the new pokemon games almost look TOO good, but lack that magical nostalgic feel of the older ones. Less is more~ Also I found the original series of Kino's Journey had better writing which made the episodes way more interesting and Kino's character just seemed more badass, mysterious, thoughtful but also more vulnerable. I cared a lot more for that Kino than this one. Idk, I just found the new series to be a lot less remarkable, it didn't have the same spark
The 2003 version was captivating, mainly cause of its spooky nature. The 2017 version just felt like a deep anime for otakus
Also it looks like SAO
Hm hm no bro lmao. This remake is also good but is more about the countries rather than kino's and is more relaxing tone meaningless theme.
2003 ver remind me with Girl's Last Tour
@@rickostern7860 Funny enough, Girls' Last Tour explored the theme, tone and vibe of Kino 2003 better than Kino 2017.
And GLT came out the same year as Kino 2017.
Congrats on 500,000 subscribers, it's been a journey.
You make me proud to be a subscriber. I've scene some amazing anime which I would have missed had I not watched your channel
Happy to be of service!
Same here! Thanks Arkada!!
I dont know what to say when Girls' Last Tour did Kino's Journey better than Kino's Journey in 2017. Just wow.
It bothers me that that happened somehow.
Also, I'm now sticking to the belief that Girls Last Tour was a spiritual prequel to Kino.
I've noticed a "trend" of sorts. Most people I've talked to that have watched the 2003 version aren't fans of the 2017 version, while most people who only watched the 2017 version really liked it. I'm in the latter group and I also enjoyed the show quite a lot.
While the series is called "Kino's Journey", I feel that it's more about *the world* than *Kino exploring the world* . As long as the world and countries are explored, the series does its job for me. After all, the full title is "Kino's Journey -the Beautiful World-". Kino is of course the main character and gets the most screentime (she gets 7 episodes, not 4), but the point of the series is to show the beauty in the world despite its ugliness (hence Kino's phrase). Seeing the world from different perspectives is actually far more interesting than just from 1 single character. I enjoyed Kino's episodes as much as Shizu's episodes, and Photo's episode was simply phenomenal.
GoldenPincers well (from the several times ive watched it) the original was a masterpiece. Everything fits perfectly, down to the order of the episodes (minus the 1st OVA), and even the animation, I still can't find a flaw other than the 1st episode is slow and boring enough to lose people with low attention spans.
Comparing anything, from 03 to 17, 03 did it better.
I watched 03 a week before I started to watch 17, and I was slowly disappointed. Its looks better but wasn't as good crafted. I still enjoyed 17, but there's a difference between 7 and 9/10. Worst ep of 03 was on the level with most of 17 and best of 17 with just good eps of 03. Nothing was even close to 03 great episodes... at least for me
I have a theory that anime from the early 2000’s are pretty much guaranteed to be better than their remakes (broho included). I think a part of this is due to the fact that seasons are so congested now. Anyone who watches original vs remake will find theres almost a considerable amount of overall less quality (combination of all elements of a show) in the remakes. As to the exact reason for this i still cant be 100% sure i just find this theory to almost always be true.
I'm not saying that 03 isn't good or that 17 is better. I'm sure the 03 version is amazing, and I plan on watching it as well. It's just that I've seen the 17 version get a lot of hate even though it did great things. It works very solidly as a stand-alone, separate from its predecessor.
03 is amazing because it had a legendary director, Ryūtarō Nakamura (Serial experiments Lain). While the new director that took over, doesn't have much on his résumé... As someone who already knows all the twists and turns the anime is going to take in the adaptations, execution was more important than the overall story. (Also, hands down. 2003 had a better selection of stories. some of the best actually.)
I'm kinda sad the remake didn't get a remake version of town of books. That was one of my favourite episodes of the first series.
In the novels, that story is literally entirely different; only the title is the same. I'd say that would be fun, but the novel version was... boring.
Directed by the creator of Serial Experiments Lain, as I recall, and it shows. One of my favorite episodes as well.
Sinom Spoilers
I like to think Kino just pushed over a candle for the hell of it.
It’s been almost three years now....
Kino haven’t woken from her nap yet
But she did tho and said “My journey begins”
He is speed, i am balance.
Congrats for the 500k subs!. In another note, I love having 2 anime recommendations when the video ends. Please don't stop doing it in next videos!
Kino's Journey was my 2nd favorite anime from 2017, didn't see the original and it seems people who disliked this anime were people who watched the original. Now i understand why but it's still a top 5 anime of the year for me.
Since it's been 4 years have you watched the 2003 one??
Dude, congrats! You really deserve it, actually surprised you didn't achieve it sooner :P
I got into Kino by watching the 2017-version as it was airing, but kinda hated it by the 6th episode. So i figured i'd watch 2003-Kino and it was immediately one of my favorite anime.
Really nice new set :)
Bye the way, when will you do a video on Utena and the fact that it is a hommage french mouvement litterature? :P
Also the light is really well controled, what did you do to improve it ?
I'm going to miss the Kiki's Delivery Service envelope poster, though.
Congrats on the 500K, you deserve it! I'm glad you reviewed this, because the reason why I watched the original was your review of it way back in the old days. I still find it such a profoundly beautiful series thanks to seeing it through your eyes.
Honestly, whenever you post a video, it feels like a blessing; I absolutely adore the content that you post and get ecstatic when I see a new video uploaded. I just feel like I'm getting my money's worth, in the sense that time is money. As such, congratulations for everything you've done, good luck towards any future endeavours and (hopefully) here's to another 500k subscribers.
Grats on 500,000 subscribers! The celebration for it... consists of the mythical shelf of anime series you refused for the longest time to show to anyone. Well worth the journey, and I hope you never stop!
Congratulations on both a bigger set up as well as hitting 500k!
Although honestly, I feel you've deserved to hit that milestone a long while back. I've enjoyed your channel for years now, and honestly yours is my favorite anime review channel... And just one of my favorite youtube channels in general.
The new art direction really prevents me from watching it tbh. The art style of the original was what got me interested in the first place, now with the "up-to-date", clean and polished looks they turned everyone into glimmering waifus. What does it add other than eye-candy? I think the raw and unique style of the original adds much more and fits the world and story.
TeeTaan360
I get where you come from as I found the almost 70s to 80s look very interesting when I first watched it, but at the same time the style they went with here look a lot more visually similar to the novel. Not completely, I'd say the one movie looked the most similar, but this is a close second
beep beep
flying sheep
off the bonnet of a jeep
Dude, I felt bad for laughing, but Kino hitting the sheep with the jeep and seeing them go flying was hilarious. Lol
mappyhappychappy lol
tailedgates9 yep
It was my first time watching any version of this show and the sheep fucking killed me
@@yottakat1069 Since it's been 2 years have you watched the 2003 one??
I feel like the look of the 2003 version gave it an almost dream-like quality that really fit with some of premises of the countries she visits. A lot of them are more or less stage plays to demonstrate a fairly simple idea or thought experiment, so a simple art style helps reflect that.
YAY! Congrats on the 500K!!!!!!! been watching your vids for at least 3 years now! keep it up.
congrats on the 500k and the new place!
I'm surprised you havent hit 500k til now! you make such great content! Here's to 1 mil one day !!!
Ahh a new video.I was w8ing mate.Congrats on 500K,Happy to be one of them :)
Man, remembering your old videos and conparing them with now.. It really shows a sort of bittersweet development that you have sharpened through the different anime seasons. You truly deserve your 500,000 subscribers on a 2006 level 😏👌
Grats on the new place and 500k, looking forward to 500k more!
Congrats on the 500,000. Keep up the great work!
I've been subbed since 90,000 and so proud of you man! huge fan of your works and your concise reviews as well as your enthusiasm for the medium! next milestone 1million !!!
Congrats on 500,000 subs!
Looking Good...Congrats on 500,000.....Keep up the good work!
Your new place looks dope!(also grats on 500k!)
Congratulations on 500k! Happy to count myself among them.
Congrats on 500k subs :3 Keep on doing what you love~
Well, the new version of Kino's Journey was still enjoyable but it didn't manage to convince me why this story is as good as many people put it out to be. Now i am really curious to check out the original 2003 anime. ^_^
Since it's been 4 years have you watched the 2003 one?
@@snackeater4990 Unfortunately no. All the new stuff just keep grabbing my attention since that's what everyone's been talking about. 😁
@@eugenefindit Maybe someday? It’s only 12 episodes after all. It’s Definitely better than the 2017 one
@@snackeater4990 Yeah. Of course I'll try to get to it someday. It's really all up to the stars aligning in the right situation that ultimately leads me to check it out.
@@eugenefindit That’s very understandable with so many new anime coming out plus the ones that already exist. It’s hard for me to start a new anime sometimes because I’m like “what can be better than the one I just watched?”
I'm really sad that they don't make more of this series. With the materials given you could literally make over 200 episodes out of it.
I love the new recording area. Something about it just feels really nice and professional. And good job on the 500k subs. You certainly deserve them.
As for the review itself... Even as someone who never watched the original, and greatly enjoyed this one, I agree with most of your points. Especially how we didn't get a ton of Kino herself. Even if I enjoyed the stories that focused on the other characters quite a bit, I did find myself missing Kino quite a bit.
Since it's been 4 years have you watched the 2003 one?
Like the new set, man. Congrats on reaching 500k. You deserve more! Love your reviews. Keep em coming.
Yay! New Place!! And congrats on 500,000!! Also, no alternate recommendations??
where you buy your poster?
Solid review as always, Arkada. Really digging the new background as well.
Also, please do a video of your Complete Anime collection! That would be dope
Congratulations on the 500k subscribers.
It's neat that your background has a poster of Fullmetal Alchemist, feels poetic.
Thanks for the recommendation. The special effects of your on-screen text at the beginning looked cool, to.
What was that fire beat from the beginning of the video? 01:28 ?
Congrats on 500k!
Congrats on your 500,000 subscribers. I love you channel. Before I jump into an anime I look to see if you reView it.
Woo, finally another GR review! Congrats on hitting half a milly
love the new place & congrats on 500k subs ^^
I LOOOOOVE YOU SO MUCH!!! I am so proud to be one of you 500k SUBSCRIBERS!!!
can u do a video on skilled teaser takagi and do tell if it will have a 2nd season or not
Arkada back with the new old school format 🔥
The remake was where I started. I still have yet to see the original. I would have definitely liked to have seen a 2nd season.
Since it's been 4 years have you watched the 2003 one?
@@snackeater4990 Not yet, no. I should though.
@@gargoyle2423 It’s no 2nd season, but you’ll still get more of Kino and her adventures
Congratulation from France! Thank you for your excellents videos for all that years!
Congrats for 500k!
"I feel left out"
Thats the same way I feel about the 12 Kingdoms stories.
Wonderful anime that never got finished because the series director fell ill. Then they started translating the light novels, only to stop because the company went bankrupt..... stopping RIGHT where the anime ended as well.... (sighs)
I've been subscribed for a long time. Remember when you gave Sword Art Online a 7.5?
i remember when it was common place to like sao despite its faults now its just hated and no one defends it
In my opinion people are kind of harsh in this community,
not a lot of people seem to carry ones own opinion, rather just repeat what everyone else says..
Everyone wants to be looked at like some kind of elitist instead of just enjoying the anime for what it is..
I watch and enjoy tons of anime people hate with a passion, while still enjoying a lot of what most people love just as much.. Sometime I really don't understand where all the hate for specific shows comes from, and other times I can understand why some would complain but to me the hate is still unnecessary..
Its especially shocking when it comes from the people who seem to cherish anime just as much as I do, but still tear it apart all the same.. Sure SAO isn't something I would buy or consider a master piece, but I thought it was done well and was decent for a 1st watch..
@@Joehhson thank you
For your amazing opinion
TBF mother's Rosario arc is pretty good
Congrats on the 500k! Can you do a review on Blue Exorcist? It's not popular now but it did release a second season last year and it's definitely worth a watch.
Could you do a video on 'Escalfowne' please? Its quite a big deal but there's little info on it.
Ty.
I watched only first episode of new Kino's journey and don't know they use Coliseum as second. In original you dont know what Kino is capable and in second episode you really fear for her life when she meets a trio of starving travelers. 2nd ep of original anime reason why I was so hooked. And I really like old style of drawing.
Why do I love the first few seconds so much? “Look at this! Look at all this!”
Congrats bro, may you get twice as much this time next year round. Also, great new setup
awesome poster in the back dude, love your videos
I’m so glad you made this video Arkada. I’ve been curious about kino’s journey 2017 of whether or not it was a sequel or retelling. I’ve never seen the original so I was a bit wary to jump into this series without knowing. Now I’m definitely going to go back and watch the original first. Thank you so much love your reviews! Keep it up! :)
Since it's been 4 years have you watched the 2003 one?
I’m so happy for you Ark!! ♥️ I’ve been with you for years now and I love seeing your channel grow! Keep up the amazing work!
Ps ur new room is lit 🔥
A big congrats on the 500K subs...
As someone who never knew Kino's journey existed before this new adaption i found it a great launching point into the series. I felt like it gave me a taste of the world and the storytelling style and left me (purposefully) wanting to explore more. I fully intend to find ways to read the light novel and possibly got back and watch the 2003 version which, in all honesty, i would have skipped over because of the premise before the 2017 showed me what it had to offer. also congrats on the move and 500000 subs!!!
Since it's been 4 years have you watched the 2003 one?
@@snackeater4990 Haha nope, its still on my to watch list I do intend to watch it at some point but as with so many anime on that list, it was forgotten
@@Kagebrain Maybe someday? It’s only 12 episodes after all and you’ll get more of Kino’s adventures
@@snackeater4990 for sure, I'm certainly still interested
You hit the nail on the head with this review on why the 2017 remake was so disappointing: the lack of Kino and Hermes. In my opinion, Kino and Hermes were the most interesting characters, and probably why the first show focused solely on their travels. Riku's group, the slave girl, and the Master's interlude were decent stories, but they pale in comparison to the stories that Kino and Hermes took part in. The narrative shift to the different characters were distracting and jarring, and often when these episodes came up I was sorely tempted to fast forward through them just so I could get back to Kino's story.
Congratulations on 500,000 subscribers!
Would genuinely like to see you compare and contrast Bubblegum Crisis/Crash and Bubblegum Crisis Tokyo 2040.
Awesome job on getting 5ook subs! I'm going to miss your Steins;Gate and Serial Experiments Lain posters though as outstanding backdrops!
Congrats on 500k and awesome new set.
Speaking of sets....
Can you tell me where you found that awesome Fma poster?
Congratulations on 500k! I have a request. Princess Tutu is an amazing anime, and you have had images of her in your past openings, could you do a review of it so that more people get exposed to it. Every time I try to get someone to watch it, I have to get over the whole name thing. Guys are not generally gonna look at that. I know you put it in your top 25ish to watch, but it could really use a more in depth review.
CONGRATS! Also thank you for this video I'm a huge fan of the 2003 Kino and I was a little weary of this new one.
So cool to see you get that 500k subscribe mark. I don't remember if you ever mention it, but what do you of the dubs for Kino's Journey, mainly 2017s?
Congrats on the new set. Know that you are showing your shelf you should do a shelf tour. I hope soon you can celebrate 1 million.
congrats GR, long time watcher. keep up the good work and the awesome reviews.
Let's see, they're out of focus, but I can see the Utena series, Nichijou, Slayers... yeah, great collection, as expected. Congratulations on 500,000 thousand subscribers! I'm of course one of them! XD
Congratulations on 500K
why the books in the background moved?
Thanks for making this video. Huge fan of the original anime, didn't even know a remake was being made.
As someone who watched only watched kino 2017 while it was airing. I thought it was pretty good and was a highlight of the season for me. However I did felt the non-focus on kino and my personal enjoyment of each episode change drastically. Nevertheless, If you think you would enjoy a world of various different societies, I would recommend trying it.
Since it's been 4 years have you watched the 2003 one?
@@snackeater4990 Nope, I mostly watch airing anime and the 2003 version looks dated. Might try it eventually since it's only 1 cour.
@@loneXolf Honestly judging an anime just because it's old isn't the best take. It doesn't mean it can't be enjoyed
@@snackeater4990 I'm not saying it can't be enjoyed and it does look dated hence why it got a remake. I didn't watch it myself after 2017 since the art style is way different and I was fine with 2017. It's just not priority watch for me.
@@loneXolf And that’s fine, it’s doesn’t have to be a priority watch, but I’m just saying it’s good to give it a watch someday since you enjoyed the 2017. You’ll get more of Kino and her adventures
Memoria Freese had an Kino's Journey event not too long ago. It was actually interesting to see how Kino interacted with characters in Orario. Hermes instantly being best friends with Hermes was the best thing.
Goes to show how much the studio for the 2003 series contributed to making it good.
Congrats on your new set. The difference in the sound between on-camera and voice-over is jarring sometimes, though. You should work on getting a more even sound throughout. I don't have any real complaints about the audio quality itself, though. Sounds like you got yourself a good recording space.
I'm looking forward to seeing more from that shelf behind you, and maybe you'll change out the poster in the background from time to time for variety? Just a sugestion.
Kino's Journey is a series I've intended to watch, but never had time for. I hope to get on it soon, starting with the old series.
Great job!! We're all with you :) Im a newISH subscriber, so my apologies if this question has been asked before. What do you use to make your intro clip?! It looks so great!
Did you get the jacket replaced?
Not yet, it's on the to do list I just had to bring it back because of the new lighting :)
Glass Reflection Ah. That makes sense.
Only 500k? You deserve much more exposure my good sir. I for one have followed you for years and some of my favorite anime were recommendations. STEINS;GATE FTW
Congratulations on your new or renovated Man Cave. For me 500k is still very few and you started your channel for roughly 10 years. We will help you spread the word then.
I did not watch the old version but planning to watch the new one, will you reccomend it?
Since it's been 2 years have you watched the 2003 one?
@@snackeater4990 No.
@@ve3-j4hdarkskybadblack89 I strongly recommend it
Haibane Renmei soundtrack at 7:03 to 8:16 the song is called Breath of a Germ.
Caught that too eh?
Sorry but do you perhaps know the ost from 1:28?
It's the OP of Kino 2017. The show in question.
Congrats at 500k. When you doing Oregairu Zoku review though?
Have you watched/reviewed magi arkada? Two seasons
While I was pretty disappointed in this adaptation, the final episode of Kino's Journey 2017 is TOTALLY worth watching for the lulz.
She fights man-eating sheep and the animation is so damn lazy they look like stiff plastic toys much the time. There's also a scene where the sheep are charging a jeep and the animators couldn't be bothered animating them colliding so they just blink out of existence.
First of all, Arkada, congrats on the 500k subs, and I can only hope you get more (also nice FMA wallscroll, I've got one of the cover). Secondly, this is a first, so it's rather exciting; I actually disagree.
On a personal level, I love both series, they have their own feel. From the 03 Kino's more focused storyline and unique scanline look, to 17's multiple POVs and more modern look.
As mentioned before, I like the different POVs and how it doesn't all focus on Kino. It's like a story that focuses on one character compared to one that focuses on multiple characters. As we know, this can weaken the main story (but there isn't really one in this series), but it can grow our knowledge about the world. We see how Kino and Shizu see and handles different situations, and how they can differ from one another.
Either way, it's a preference thing; some prefer this multi-POV story, some prefer a more focused story. The good thing is that there's a series for people who like either one. To end it, I'd still like if they released another season, especially since I like the new style, and the CGI doesn't bother me.
I’ve been waiting for this one! I watched it (again) with my boyfriend this weekend and was sad you still didn’t have one up
Both the 2003 version and the 2017 version of Kino's Journey is amazing. I just. I just love Kino. So much Lol And you definitely nailed it with some of the content feeling rushed, especially in the Colosseum episode. But since I already watched the original, I was able to still enjoy it because I had some context as to how that country worked. The side stories were interesting too, especially the ones regarding Shizu, Riku and Ti. But I agree that the lack of Kino was very disappointing to me. If anything I was expecting Kino to visit her master again since we already caught a glimpse of what she was like in her youth. Which was fun by the way. I could go on and on about Kino's Journey, but I'll just say, I enjoyed both overall, but the original felt more complete. :) Also, there's a new manga that's out for it. Check it out. ^_^
I loved both of the adaptations; I thought the new Colosseum episode did a good job of condensing the story into one episode, leaving room for more content.
But it might just be my personal rushed opinion 'cus I have like 100 animes on my plan to watch list... UwU
Correction, 501k subscribers! Congrats!
Congrats on the new place Zarcada, keep up the good work my dude.
Kino's Journey for me has always been an interesting experience. Im realizing now how while it is one of my top favorite series. Its flawed. The way Sigsawa sets up kino no tabi with no real coherency but opens to alot of interpretation is both great and terrible. Its great because much like you explained with 2003 all of that added story & interactions add alot more to it than what the og source material does but at the same time it shows that its terrible seeing how much needed intermission is needed to either improve on or flow better. I started with the 2017 anime as my introduction into Kino's Journey, then the manga(s)/LN's and eventually the 2003 anime. As much as i like accuracy, I cant overlook how wrong it feels knowing that the og source was that quick. While I like to believe Sigsawa purposely lets it open to interpretation, I cant help but feel stuck between what to like. Im rambling at this point but I guess thats what it kinda means to be a fan of a series if it can be looked this deeply into. Maybe theres gonna to be a new Kino's Journey and hopefully similar to the 2003 but unquie on its own
So proud of you!!!