Mushishi

Mushi-Shi is by far one of my favorite animes. It follows Ginko the mushi master who travels between villages and helps people with mushi problems wherever he goes. In each episode he encounters new characters and their mushi problems. Each episode is a self contained story that rarely is ever mentioned again. The lack of an over-arching plot should be bothersome, but somehow Mushi-Shi makes it work. By avoiding a season-long quest and plot, Mushi-Shi invests itself fully into each episode. This creates more focus on the plot and characters unique to each episode, and ultimately makes each episode extremely satisfying to watch (most likely because the audience doesn't have to worry about saving the world or some other sort of season-long quest in the back of their minds).

Besides Ginko, other characters rarely reappear. Despite this, Mushi-Shi manages to makes memorable and compelling characters. The way the show treats its female characters is especially notable. The female characters are never sexualized, pushed out of the action, or poorly characterized. They get the same treatment as the male characters. Mushi-Shi always makes sure to explain enough about its characters for them to feel realistic in their situations, but always holds back enough information to keep a mysterious tone.

The soundtrack for Mushi-Shi is perfect. It feels calm, mysterious, and chilling all at once to fit with the strange situations Ginko faces. It contributes a lot to this anime's unique feel.

Though Mushi-Shi may feel a bit slow compared to other popular animes, it has a way of sucking you into Ginko's strange mushi-filled world. I found it a refreshing change of pace and an enjoyable adventure.

If you're looking for an anime with quick-paced action and loads of screaming and fan-service, look elsewhere. If you seek an engrossing anime with meaning and a certain "sentimental" charm, Mushishi is the deal. While there's nothing totally wrong with the former type of anime, Mushishi really sets itself apart from the others - with a very melodic and abrupt opening, calm atmosphere and music throughout the show, as well as minimal dialogue that is quite monotone.

The story is a very interesting one that explores the world inhabited by creatures dubbed "Mushi", which surround us and are much more complex than any standard organism. We are introduced to an enigmatic man nicknamed "Ginko", who is a self-proclaimed "Mushi master" and seems to possess a considerable understanding of these perplexing creatures. Each episode is standalone and the series does not have any discernible ending, but this is a huge part of the charm of the series and that allows it to be easily picked up from any point. In each episode, Ginko meets individuals who have been affected by the Mushi in some way.

The dub is surprisingly great and lacks the melodramatic and over-the-top voice acting that other anime tend to have, so I would definitely recommend it just as much as the original. This is a great watch for viewers of virtually any age. What's more? It's great for stress and insomnia.

I am so thankful to have found Mushishi. The storytelling in each episode is masterfully thoughtful, creative and calm. The series isn't flashy, nor does it grab for your attention with action and fighting (don't get me wrong, I love a good anime battle just as much as anyone else), However, despite its simplicity, I find each story deeply thoughtful, containing themes which urge viewers to slow down and really think deliberately. In short, I would recommend this anime to anyone and everyone.

Mushishi is does not have a linear plot, but I find that great as each episode holds a new wonder. Some of with are horrifying and others end up good. It feels very naturey but has sort of a paranormal spin to it ending up with the this. The anime is interesting and unique and I'd recommend it.

describing the meaning of mushi-s without emerging some false ezoteric- extraterrestial blabla is almost impossible, probably thats why this masterpiece of anime remained quite unknown. each episode is a different hymn of life. amazingly visualized, breathtaking beauty of life, as it flows mysteriously and appear in different manifestation, like animals, plants, and mushis creating a wonderful and complex ecology. a scratch on the balance of lifeforms symbiosis results strange, unusual phenomenons, that can be cured by the Mushi-shi, a kind of para-doctor who is destined to smoke (thc) in order to keep mushis away from himself. and the atmosphere! it just picks you up from the world around for 23 minutes, and shows some real values using the average, common people to show the greatness of humans, and mushis, and above all: life. cheesy, cheesy, but if you watch, you wont have other options than agree:)