Lucky Star
A slice-of-life anime series following the daily lives of four high school girls and their humorous conversations about otaku culture.
Category
Anime/Manga
Release Year
2004
Origin
Japan
Tags
slice of lifecomedyschoolotaku culturemoefriendship
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Lucky Star (らき☆すた)
Aliases
Lucky Star, Raki☆Suta, らき☆すた
Type
Anime/Manga Series
Release Year
2004
Status
Completed
Origin
Japan
Region
Japan
Creation Information
Creator
Yoshimizu Kagami
Publisher
Kadokawa Shoten
Original Work
Lucky Star 4-koma manga
Genre
Slice of Life, Comedy, School, Moe, Otaku Culture
Content Information
Synopsis
Four high school girls navigate daily life while discussing anime, manga, video games, and other aspects of otaku culture.
Main Characters
Konata Izumi, Kagami Hiiragi, Tsukasa Hiiragi, Miyuki Takara
Setting
Modern Japan, high school and daily life environments
Themes
Friendship, otaku culture, daily life humor, pop culture references, school life
Target Audience
Anime fans, otaku culture enthusiasts, slice-of-life genre fans
Characters
Konata Izumi
The Otaku Protagonist
A petite high school girl who is passionate about anime, manga, and video games, often making cultur...
The Otaku Protagonist
Kagami Hiiragi
The Responsible TwinRyouou High SchoolFemale17-18
The more serious and studious of the Hiiragi twins, often serving as the voice of reason in the group.
Abilities: Academic excellence, Organization skills, Leadership...
Quotes:
"Someone has to be the responsible one!"
""I am Kagami Hiiragi.""
"Hard work always pays off in the end."
character
Tsukasa Hiiragi
The Gentle TwinRyouou High SchoolFemale17-18
The sweet and gentle younger twin who is kind-hearted but sometimes airheaded, bringing warmth to the group.
Abilities: Cooking skills, Kindness, Emotional support...
Quotes:
"Let's all get along!"
""I am Tsukasa Hiiragi.""
"Kindness makes everything better."
character
Miyuki Takara
The Intellectual BeautyRyouou High SchoolFemale17-18
An elegant and intelligent girl with glasses who excels academically and provides thoughtful insights to the group.
Abilities: High intelligence, Academic knowledge, Analytical thinking...
Quotes:
"Knowledge is meant to be shared."
""I am Miyuki Takara.""
"Learning never stops, even in friendship."
character
Academic Pressure
The Stress of School LifeEducational SystemUnknown
The constant pressure of exams, homework, and academic expectations that the characters must navigate.
Abilities: Stress induction, Time consumption, Anxiety creation...
Quotes:
"Deadlines wait for no one!"
""I am Academic Pressure.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Patricia Martin
Exchange StudentRyouou High SchoolFemale
An American exchange student who is fascinated by Japanese culture and tries to fit in with local customs.
Abilities: Cultural adaptation, Language learning, Enthusiasm...
Quotes:
"Japanese culture is so interesting!"
""I am Patricia Martin.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Media Forms
Animated Series
Lucky Star anime (24 episodes), OVA episode
Comics
Original 4-koma manga series, various spin-offs
Video Games
Lucky Star: Ryouou Gakuen Outousai portable game
Merchandise
Figures, keychains, clothing, school supplies, collectibles
Books
Manga volumes, art books, character guides
Digital Content
Streaming anime, digital manga, mobile content
Live Events
Anime conventions, voice actor events, fan gatherings
Cross Media Adaptations
Drama CD, music albums, character songs
Commercial Information
Sales
Manga sold over 2 million copies, anime DVD/Blu-ray strong sales
Revenue
Significant revenue from merchandise and licensing
Awards
Various anime industry recognition, fan favorite awards
Critical Reception
Praised for authentic otaku culture representation and humor
Cultural Impact
Influenced slice-of-life anime genre, popularized 4-koma adaptations
Market Value
Multi-million dollar franchise with ongoing merchandise
Licensing
International distribution, merchandise licensing deals
Merchandise Revenue
Strong sales in figures, collectibles, and lifestyle products
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Dedicated otaku community, slice-of-life anime fans worldwide
Communities
Anime forums, social media groups, fan sites dedicated to series
Events
Anime conventions, Lucky Star panels, fan meetups
Quotes
Konata's gaming references, character catchphrases, memorable conversations
Memes
Konata's otaku behavior, character expressions, anime references
Cosplay
Popular school uniform cosplay, character costumes at conventions
Fan Art
Extensive fan art community, character illustrations, scene recreations
Fan Projects
Fan animations, parody videos, tribute works
Cultural References
Referenced in other anime, internet memes, otaku culture discussions
Social Media
Active fan communities sharing content and discussions
Historical Development
2004
Lucky Star manga begins serialization in Comptiq magazine
2007
Anime adaptation by Kyoto Animation begins airing
2008
OVA episode released, anime concludes with strong fanbase
2009
Portable game released, continued merchandise expansion
2010
Manga continues with various spin-offs and related works
2015
Series celebrates 10th anniversary with special events
2020
Continued popularity in streaming platforms and digital media
2024
Remains influential in slice-of-life anime genre
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