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Those Snow White Notes 2021

★ 6.4/10 · 28 votes TV-14 AnimationDrama 1 seasons · 12 eps Ended
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What is Those Snow White Notes?

Those Snow White Notes is a Japanese television series that premiered in 2021. The series is based on a manga of the same name, written and illustrated by Marimo Ragawa, which was serialized in Kodansha's shōnen manga magazine Monthly Shōnen Magazine.

Type
TV series
Year
2021
Status
Ended
Episodes
12
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Apr 3, 2021
Last aired
Jun 19, 2021
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
MBS, TBS
Genres
Animation, Drama
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Those Snow White Notes is a Japanese television series that premiered in 2021. The series is based on a manga of the same name, written and illustrated by Marimo Ragawa, which was serialized in Kodansha's shōnen manga magazine Monthly Shōnen Magazine. The story follows Setsu Sawamura, a shamisen player who is searching for a new sound to love. After his grandfather's death, Setsu moves to Tokyo where he meets Tachiki Yuna, who helps him get a gig at a club. Setsu plays the shamisen, imbuing the sound with his thoughts and feelings, as he searches for his own sound and emotions. The anime adaptation of the manga series aired in the spring of 2021, and the manga has been collected in multiple tankōbon volumes. The series explores Setsu's journey as a musician and his personal growth in Tokyo.

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Should you watch it?

“A grieving musician travels to Tokyo to rediscover his passion for the traditional shamisen after a loss.”

Reasons to watch
  • focuses on traditional music
  • character-driven narrative
Keep in mind
  • slow pacing
  • heavy emotional themes

Watch it if you appreciate stories about artistic growth and personal discovery.

The series deals with themes of grief and the emotional weight of artistic expression.

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Frequently asked questions

What instrument does Setsu play?

Setsu plays the shamisen.

Why did Setsu stop playing?

He lost his ability to play following the death of his grandfather, Matsugorou Sawamura.

Where does the story take place?

The story is set in Tokyo.

Who helps Setsu find work?

Tachiki Yuna, a club worker, helps him secure a gig.

What is Setsu searching for?

He is searching for his own sound and a deeper understanding of his feelings.