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Hotarubi no Mori e

Synopsis: Hotarubi no Mori is an anime that tells the story of Hotaru, a young girl who gets lost in a mysterious forest and is saved by a spirit called Gin. A friendship develops between the two, but they soon discover that they cannot touch each other due to a curse. Still, they continue to meet in the forest for years, facing the challenges of maintaining their forbidden friendship. The anime addresses themes such as friendship, love and sacrifice, creating an engaging and emotional story.

Table of Content
- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Manga and Products
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Games, OVAs, Movies
- Meaning
- Related
- FAQ

Information

See below all important information about the anime: Hotarubi no Mori e

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Hotarubi no Mori e
  • Anime Name in Japanese: 蛍火の杜へ
  • Anime Name in English: Into the Forest of Fireflies' Light
  • Other names:

Production information

  • Producers: TV Tokyo, Aniplex, Nihon Ad Systems, Hakusensha, DAX Production
  • Licensors:
  • Studios: Brain's Base

Anime Information

  • Type: Movie
  • Episodes: 1
  • Date: 17-Sep-11
  • Genres: Award Winning, Drama, Romance, Supernatural, Shoujo
  • Subjects: Romance
  • Target: Shoujo

Anime Reviews

  • note: 8.28
  • Popularity: 218

Video Trailer/Opening

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  • Name: Hotarubi no Mori e Trailer/OP
  • Cover: https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1599/112267.jpg
  • Date: 2024-04-07T15:02:48-03:00

    • Curiosities

    Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Hotarubi no Mori e": 

    • The anime Hotarubi no Mori is a Japanese animated film based on the manga of the same name, written by Yuki Midorikawa.
    • The work was produced by Brain's Base studio and directed by Takahiro Omori, being released in 2011.
    • The story deals with the relationship between a young human girl, called Hotaru, and a spirit called Gin, who lives in the forest.
    • The anime is known for its delicate and melancholy romance theme, which captivates viewers with its unique atmosphere.
    • Hotarubi no Mori is a short work, just 45 minutes long, but it manages to move people and leave a strong impression on those who watch it.
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    Manga and Products from Hotarubi no Mori e

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    Main Characters

    Below is the main characters of: "Hotarubi no Mori e"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

    • Gin - is a mountain spirit who lives in the bamboo forest and becomes friends with the protagonist
    • Hotaru Takegawa - is a human girl who accidentally finds the bamboo forest and ends up becoming friends with Gin
    • Yukinari – Gin's younger brother and who also cares about his brother's well-being
    • Miho – Hotaru's friend who accompanies her on some of her visits to the bamboo forest
    • Makoto – Hotaru's friend who is jealous of her friendship with Gin

    Summary and events

    • Hotarubi no Mori is a Japanese animated film released in 2011.
    • The story follows young Hotaru, who gets lost in a forest and is saved by a spirit called Gin.
    • Hotaru and Gin develop a strong friendship, despite Gin not being able to be touched by humans.
    • Their relationship is marked by moments of joy, sadness and affection.
    • However, their fate is tragic as their time together is limited.
    • The film explores themes such as forbidden love and the ephemerality of life, leaving a strong emotional impression on viewers.

    What happens in the end?

    "Hotarubi no Mori e" is a manga written by Yuki Midorikawa. The story follows the relationship between a girl named Hotaru and a forest spirit named Gin. They fall in love, but due to Gin's nature, which cannot be touched by humans, they cannot be together freely. At the end of the work, Gin disappears into the forest and Hotaru can no longer see him, but she still feels his presence. They say goodbye in an emotional scene, and Hotaru realizes the importance of the time they spent together, even if it was fleeting. The manga conveys a message of love and loss, and how fleeting encounters can leave a lasting impact on our lives.

    Games, Movies, OVAs and Specials

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    • Hotarubi no Mori e - Filme

    See below a list of OVAs, Specials, and Movies related to anime: Hotarubi no Mori e

    • Hotarubi no Mori e (Movie)
    • Hotarubi no Mori e: Tobira no Mukou (OVA)

    The list may not contain all games, movies, OVAs, or specials. The work may also have not received any extras or be unavailable.

    Meaning of Hotarubi no Mori e

    Let's look at the translation of each word and explanation of the anime's name: 

    蛍火の杜へ
    • 蛍 (hotaru) - firefly
    • 火 (hi) - fire
    • の (no) - binding particle
    • 杜 (mori) - forest
    • へ (e) - to, towards
    The name of the anime "蛍火の杜へ" can be translated as "Towards the firefly forest". The title evokes a poetic and mysterious image, suggesting a place where fireflies and fire mix, creating an atmosphere of magic and enchantment. This type of name is commonly used in anime to convey the essence of the story in a metaphorical and evocative way.

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    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

    Hotarubi no Mori e has a total of 1 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
    You can watch the anime Hotarubi no Mori e on Crunchyroll, Netflix, or any other streaming site where the work is available. Availability will depend on your current location.
    The decision to produce new seasons of the anime Hotarubi no Mori e usually depends on various factors, such as DVD/Blu-ray sales, merchandise, popularity of the original material. This information can be found throughout the page. The anime's popularity reached on "MyAnimeList" the following number of members: 218