Mahô no purinsesu Minkî Momo (1982–1983)

An fairytale princess is sent to Earth to revive the hopes and dreams of its populace.

Stars:

Mami Koyama, Reiko Kifuji, Hiroshi Masuoka

Cast

Series cast summary:
Mami Koyama	...	Minky Momo (63 episodes, 1982-1983)
Reiko Kifuji	...	Mocha (63 episodes, 1982-1983)
Hiroshi Masuoka	...	King of Fenarinarsa (63 episodes, 1982-1983)
Yûko Mita	...	Pipiru (63 episodes, 1982-1983)
Yû Tanonaka	...	Shindobukku (63 episodes, 1982-1983)
Emiko Tsukada	...	Queen of Fenarinarsa (63 episodes, 1982-1983)

Storyline

The land of Fenarinarsa used to be a part of the earth but drifted away, causing dreams and hope to leave along with it. The king and queen decide to send their only daughter, Minky Momo, back to earth to help humans dreaming again. Every good action brings fenarinarsa closer to earth. Momo has three animal friends that help her and a magic wand to transform into a grown up lady when she needs it.

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Plot Keywords:

magic | magic wand | magical girl | transformation | surrealism | 

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Genres:

Animation | Family | Fantasy

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Details

Country:

Japan

Language:

Japanese

Release Date:

18 March 1982 (Japan)

Also Known As:

Fairy Princess Minky Momo

Company Credits

Production Co:

Ashi Pro

Technical Specs

Runtime:

25 min 25 min (63 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Momo was named after the child Momotaro of Japanese folklore, who came to Earth and was raised by a human couple and had as companions a dog, bird and monkey, just as Momo does in this show.

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Connections

Referenced in Mâjan Shikaku (1988)

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Soundtracks

"Benvenuta Gigi"
(Italian Theme n°2)
Music by Carmelo Carruci
Lyrics by Alessandra Valeri-Manera
Performed by Cristina D'Avena

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