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Ningyo

Synopsis: "Ningyo" is an anime set in a mythological world, where humans and mermaids live in constant conflict. The story follows the journey of a young fisherman who, by rescuing a wounded mermaid, ends up involved in a great and dangerous secret that can change the destiny of both peoples. With a plot full of mystery, romance, and adventure, "Ningyo" brings up issues of acceptance and peaceful coexistence among different beings, while the characters seek to overcome their differences and find a path to peace.

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: Ningyo

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Ningyo
  • Anime Name in Japanese: 人魚
  • Anime Name in English: Mermaid
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Production information

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  • Studios: Mushi Production

Anime Information

  • Type: Movie
  • Episodes: 1
  • Date: 21-Sep-64
  • Genres: Fantasy
  • Subjects: Fantasy
  • Target: Shounen

Anime Reviews

  • note: 6.28
  • Popularity: 8739

Video Trailer/Opening

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  • Name: Ningyo Trailer/OP
  • Cover: https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/11/27252.jpg
  • Date: 2024-04-20T14:02:48-03:00

    • Curiosities

    Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Ningyo": 

    • The anime "Ningyo", also known as "Mermaid Forest", is an adaptation of the manga of the same name created by Rumiko Takahashi
    • The story revolves around mystical beings called Ningyo, creatures half fish and half human, who can grant immortality to those who eat them
    • The anime tackles themes such as immortality, morality, and the consequences of wishing to live forever
    • The protagonist is a woman named Yuta, who seeks to undo the curse of immortality that was cast upon her by eating the flesh of a Ningyo
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    Manga and Products from Ningyo

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    Main Characters

    Below is the main characters of: "Ningyo"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

    • Rin - The mermaid protagonist of the anime, who falls in love with a human and seeks a way to become human to live by his side.
    • Kaito - The human Rin falls in love with, who also ends up getting involved in a world of magical creatures and supernatural events.
    • Madame Ichii - A powerful witch who lives at the bottom of the sea and offers her help to Rin on her journey to become human.
    • Ayame - A mermaid rival of Rin who does everything to keep Rin away from Kaito and prevent her plans of becoming human.
    • Tsunami - An older and wiser mermaid who serves as Rin's mentor, helping her understand her own heart and make difficult decisions.

    Summary and events

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      • A Japanese fisherman encounters a mysterious sea creature called Ningyo, which is a legendary mermaid.
      • Enchanted by the beauty of the creature, the fisherman decides to capture it and exhibit it to the public.
      • He ends up falling in love with Ningyo and reveals her secret to the world.
      • However, their greed and desire to profit from the creature bring disastrous consequences for all involved.
      • The story explores themes such as human nature, ambition, and the relationship between man and nature.
      • The ending reveals the tragic consequences of the quest for power and the loss of connection with the natural world.

    What happens in the end?

    Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime NingyoWe have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

    Ningyo is a 1964 animated short film directed by Taro Okamoto and made using the stop-motion animation technique. Because it is an art film, the interpretation of the ending may vary from viewer to viewer.
    As the movie is open to various interpretations, there is no consensus on the end of the story. Because it is an abstract work of art, the ending is left open so that each person can interpret it in a personal and unique way.

    Games, Movies, OVAs and Specials

    See below the list of games available for different platforms related to anime: Ningyo

    • Ningyo: Curse of the Evil Doll - PS4, Xbox One, PC

    See below a list of OVAs, Specials, and Movies related to anime: Ningyo

    • Ningyo no Mori (2003) - OVA
    • Ningyo no Kizu (2005) - 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 Ningyo

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

    人魚
    • 人 (hito) - significa "pessoa"
    • 魚 (sakana) - significa "peixe"
    The name of the anime "人魚" in Japanese is read as "ningyo". The meaning of this term refers to a legendary creature with a fish body and a human face. The term "ningyo" can be translated as "mermaid" in Portuguese. Therefore, the name of the anime may refer to a story related to beings that are half human, half fish.

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    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

    Ningyo has a total of 1 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
    You can watch the anime Ningyo 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 Ningyo 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: 8739