Kikujiro

Audience emotional responses for Kikujiro are primarily characterized by a strong sense of Humor and Joy, stemming from the whimsical and often absurd antics of Kikujiro and the oddball characters encountered. This is balanced by significant Sadness and Empathy for young Masao's poignant quest to find his mother, and the underlying Melancholy of a journey filled with both laughter and tears. A growing feeling of Love develops as the unlikely bond between Masao and Kikujiro deepens, contributing to an overall sense of Happiness derived from their unique and heartwarming adventure.