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Omoide Poroporo

Synopsis: "Omoide Poroporo" is an anime that tells the story of Taeko, a 27-year-old woman who takes a trip to the countryside to visit her family. During the journey, she comes across her childhood and teenage memories, recalling significant moments of her life. Immersed in her memories, Taeko confronts her dreams, anxieties, and unfulfilled desires, leading her to question her choices and the pursuit of her own happiness. The anime addresses themes such as maturation, self-discovery, and the search for personal fulfillment.

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: Omoide Poroporo

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Omoide Poroporo
  • Anime Name in Japanese: おもひでぽろぽろ
  • Anime Name in English: Only Yesterday
  • Other names:

Production information

  • Producers: Tokuma Shoten
  • Licensors:
  • Studios: Studio Ghibli

Anime Information

  • Type: Movie
  • Episodes: 1
  • Date: 20-jul.-91
  • Genres: Drama, Romance, Josei
  • Subjects: Nostalgia
  • Target: Shoujo

Anime Reviews

  • note: 7.44
  • Popularity: 1546

Video Trailer/Opening

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  • Name: Omoide Poroporo Trailer/OP
  • Cover: https://cdn.myanimelist.net/images/anime/1289/138708.jpg
  • Date: 2024-04-09T18:02:49-03:00

    • Curiosities

    Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Omoide Poroporo": 

    • The title "Omoide Poroporo" means "Whispered memories" in Japanese
    • It is a Japanese anime movie released in 1991, directed by Isao Takahata
    • It is based on a manga of the same name written by Hotaru Okamoto and Yuko Tone
    • The movie tells the story of a woman named Taeko Okajima, who reminisces about her childhood while traveling to the countryside
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    Manga and Products from Omoide Poroporo

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    Main Characters

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

    • Taeko Okajima - Protagonist of the anime, a 27-year-old woman who decides to take a vacation to visit her family in the countryside and during this time reflects on her life and choices.
    • Yaeko Okajima - Younger sister of Taeko, an independent and successful woman living in Tokyo.
    • Toshio - Rural worker who meets Taeko during her visit to his family's house and develops a romantic interest in her.
    • Yuji - Taeko's childhood friend who became a successful farmer and turned his land into a tourist resort.
    • Rie - Taeko's coworker who becomes her mentor and encourages her to enjoy life instead of just working.

    Summary and events

    • Taeko, a 27-year-old single woman who lives in Tokyo, decides to take a vacation and travel to the countryside to work in the beet harvest.
    • During the trip, Taeko starts having flashbacks of her childhood and adolescence, and reflects on her current life and past choices.
    • Taeko remembers her first love, her experiences in school, and the changes that happened in her life over the years.
    • She begins to question if she is satisfied with the person she has become and to reevaluate her priorities and dreams.
    • In the end, Taeko makes an important choice about her future and her career, learning to value her own needs and to seek happiness.

    What happens in the end?

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

    In "Only Yesterday", the main character, Taeko Okajima, is at a crossroads in her life: her relationship is in crisis, she is not satisfied with her job, and she is constantly being compared to her younger sister. Deciding to take a vacation, she returns to her family's home in the countryside to help with the harvest of a crop plantation. During her stay, Taeko reminisces about her childhood and begins to reflect on the choices she has made throughout her life. She ends up reconnecting with her family and her own roots, which helps her overcome her anxieties and find a new meaning in her life. At the end of the story, Taeko decides to follow her heart and face her fears, choosing to dedicate herself to something she really loves to do. She returns to Tokyo with a new perspective and ready to restart her life in a more authentic and happy way. It's a story of rediscovery, personal growth, and self-acceptance.

    Games, Movies, OVAs and Specials

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

    • Omoide Poroporo - Nintendo Game Boy Color
    • Omoide Poroporo - PlayStation 1

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

    • Omoide Poroporo
    • Omoide Poroporo: Ano Hi ni Kaerubu

    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 Omoide Poroporo

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

    おもひでぽろぽろ
    • おもひで (omoide) - memory, remembrance
    • ぽろぽろ (poro poro) - falling apart, falling apart
    The name of the anime "おもひでぽろぽろ" (Omoide Poro Poro) means "Memories Drizzling Down" or "Memories Drizzling Away". The film portrays the life of a 27-year-old woman who returns to her hometown, Hokkaido, and starts to reminisce about old memories from her childhood, her relationship with her parents, and her quest for self-discovery. The title reflects the idea that memories are slowly crumbling as the main character delves into her past and reflects on her choices and experiences.

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    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

    Omoide Poroporo has a total of 1 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
    You can watch the anime Omoide Poroporo 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 Omoide Poroporo 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: 1546