The highly anticipated second story arc of the Gakkō dewa Oshiete Kurenai Taisetsu na Koto (Important Things They Don’t Teach You at School) anime is set to premiere on September 6. This new arc will shift its focus to the crucial topic of proper time management.
About Gakkō dewa Oshiete Kurenai Taisetsu na Koto
Gakkō dewa Oshiete Kurenai Taisetsu na Koto is a television anime adaptation of a popular children’s guidebook series. The series aims to educate children on practical life lessons and essential skills not typically covered in a traditional school curriculum. Topics range from tidiness and organization to learning strategies and human relationships. The original book series, which began in July 2015, has been very successful, with its latest 48th volume shipping in June 2024, and boasts over 4 million copies in circulation. The anime adaptation itself premiered on July 5 within TV Tokyo’s “Iniminimanimo” program.
Educational Focus and Previous Arc
The anime’s first story arc, which debuted on July 5, centered on the theme of tidying up and organization. This aligns with the overall goal of the book series and its anime adaptation to provide “important things that they should learn but that they won’t learn at school.” The series features unique “experts” who guide elementary school students through common challenges, such as struggling with homework or improving grades.
Production and Cast
The animation for Gakkō dewa Oshiete Kurenai Taisetsu na Koto is handled by IMAGICA Infos and Imageworks Studio, with Kana Nakazawa directing. The sound director is Taeko Miura, with Yoko Sakurai on sound effects, and the music is composed by kidlit. Kazuya Takahashi is overseeing the production.
The voice cast for the anime’s first story included:
- Haruka Chisuga as Seita Katazuse, a boy who struggles with studying and tidiness.
- Yumiri Hanamori as Rika, Seita’s kind and responsible younger sister.
- Makoto Koichi as Seita’s mother.
- Fukushi Ochiai as Seiton, a tidy character who offers advice to Seita.
- Kōki Ohsuzu as Kattan, the Katazuse family’s dog.
Fans can look forward to how the new arc will delve into the intricacies of using time effectively, continuing the anime’s mission to impart valuable life skills to its young audience.