Product Details

• Directors: Takahiro Yoshimatsu
• Format: Animated, Box set, Color, Dolby, DVD, NTSC
• Language: English
• Subtitles: English
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 4
• Rated: Unrated
• Studio: Bandai
• DVD Release Date: March 2, 2004
• Run Time: 325 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B0001DCY3C
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #122,691 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

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Improbable as it sounds, perky junior high student Jiyu "Jubei" Nanohana is the reincarnation of the legendary samurai Yagyu Jubei. When she puts on the fabled Lovely Eye Patch, she becomes a devastating swordswoman. Yagyu's loyal retainer Koinusuke, who's spent the last 300 years seeking the Patch's ordained recipient, insists she assume this new identity and its attendant responsibilities--including a 300-year-old vendetta with the Ryujoji clan. Jubei has mixed feelings about this legacy, as she does about the romantic attentions of elegant Kendo champion Shiro and gleefully "unrefined" Bantaro. Shiro's scheming brother, Hajime Ryujoji, hopes to realize an ancient plot to rule Japan "by the sword." Mikage, who attacked Jubei in an earlier episode, returns to reveal the secret of the Eye Patch: warriors struck with Yagyu Jubei's sword receive no wounds, but discover their true hearts. Jubei uses this knowledge to free Hajime from his clan's ancient grudge. But Shiro is possessed by the spirit of Daiyu Taiko Ryujoji, who was defeated by Yagyu Jubei 300 years ago, precipitating the centuries-long vendetta. In a surprisingly deft ending, writer-director Akitaroh Daichi has Jubie's perennially distracted father use his skills as a writer to devise a way to destroy Daiyu and free his daughter from the Lovely Eye Patch. As a result of her adventures, Jubei matures: the ditzy whiner in episode 1 grows into an appealing young woman. (Unrated: suitable for ages 13 and older: violence, minor risqué humor) --Charles Solomon

Customer Reviews

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Four discs full of fun, art and history..., July 25, 2003

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Michael Valdivielso (Alexandria, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Jubei-Chan the Ninja Girl - Complete Set (DVD)

Yagyu Jube Mitsuyoshi (1607-1650) was a swordsman with a reputation as a swashbuckler and also a man of mystery. There are many legends and tales surrounding this man, a man who disappeared for 12 years, which only added to the fires of rumor. Many believe that during this time, after being dismissed from the Shogun's service, that he in fact continued to work as an agent. The Yagyu was a family known for their swordsman they produced and Jube was the last of the line (and many feel the best). The best known story of his adventures was his duel with dummy swords (which was later used in 'The Seven Samurai').
The DVDs take this story and add to it. They continue the tale, saying that Jube left behind an eyepatch that held all his skills and that Koinosuke, his loyal retainer, must find the right person to give it to. The poor guy ends up searching 300 years before finding Jiyu Nanohama, nicknamed Jubei, and giving it to her.
And then the story gets weird!
Great story, the artwork can be very good AND silly. Extras and Easter Eggs in each DVD and you can feel the enjoyment that went into making the set. Not as many laughs as some and sometimes it tried to be serious (which only worked once and a while- they just did too good a job with the humor and silliness for the serious stuff to stick). Feels kind of thin, as most background characters, settings and details are simple - the plot is all and nothing will get in its way.
Oh, and lots of sword fighting! Magic, some focus on female chests and love letters.
I would suggest getting it used if you can. Some parts are fine for kids, yet some parts have inside jokes and mature issues only an adult would understand. Why is it so many moms die before the story even starts in some of the anime I have? Tenchi Muyo, Strawberry Eggs, and now this one!

10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Anime at a bargain!, August 3, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Jubei-Chan the Ninja Girl - Complete Set (DVD)

Well, I bought this boxset for a few reasons:

-Many anime reviews have rated this as one of the best 13-episode anime series out there

-I like lighthearted action anime

-THE PRICE!

the entire thing (which was 4 separate DVDs) is only ($$$), this was a great bargain!

Also, The anime itself is great! Unlike many anime DVDs, Jubei Chan is packed with many bonus material and easter eggs.

The case can hold 4 DVDs, and it's a big plus with me since I don't like to handle many DVD sleeves like many other anime packages require me to.

As for the story and the content of the anime itself, it is great! The subs are right on par, and the dubs is actually bearable! Since the anime is made by the renowned Yoshimatsu who created possibly the darkest anime of all time (Now and Then, Here and There), it sorta took me by surprise that he actually made a lighthearted Ninja anime! As for animation quality, Madhouse did the honors, and the quality shows since Madhouse is one of the front runners in the anime industry quality-wise!

I don't want to spoil anything, but Jubei Chan has a lot of very cool action scenes, some dramatic moments and many cute, fun comedy! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! And not just for its rock bottom price!

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars However, the DUBB gets a 2.5, September 12, 2004

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Lika Laruku "likalaruku" (Seattle.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Jubei-Chan the Ninja Girl - Complete Set (DVD)

This series is ABSOLUTELY HILLARIOUS (only in Japanese with English subtitles) If you think Excel Saga is funny, this is almost that funny.

The Dubb is atrocious. Watch an episode in English & Japanese & tell me that the English voice actors don't completely suck & KILL THE HUMOR. The following voices suck in English; Mr. Nanohana, Bantaro, Ozaru, Kozaru, Shiro's is okey, Jiyu's is ill-fitting, Lord Jubei doesn't sound old enough, Ryuujouji's is actually a vast improovement, & KOINOSUKE'S IS UNFORGIVABLY BAD!

Yes, the dubb is truely aweful, the voices are just terrible. A pitty there isn't a complete set of sub-only, & the subs aren't as good as the fansubs. (for those of you lacking in otakuness, a fansub used to be the only way we could get some animes & latter became the prefured alternative to dub-only VHS releases) Thank goodness for dual-language DVDs.... After years & years, JC1 is still one of my top 3 favorites & I prefur it heavily over season 2. If you enjoy the spastic humor of Jubei-chan, you should also enjoy Comic Party, Sukikage Kuromatei High, Azumanga Daioh, & Abenobashi Mahou Shotengai.