Mushishi is about Mushi, the mysterious beings that exist somewhere between life and death. well, it's not true! Mushi(s) have never been the central character of any episode. The show is all about us, humans and how to understand humans more. It's about human compassion, empathy, emotion and acceptance. It also indicates the inseparable bond between us and nature.
Every episode of the series is unpredictable and has its uniqueness. Not a single episode is rushed or incomplete. Each episode establishes characters and takes us on a journey to the unknown to create a unique complete story. Some episodes are thoroughly pleasant, some are heartbreaking and tear-jerker. Some episodes will put you into deeper thoughts about life, while others will make you speechless. Nonpareil storytelling, oddly relaxing visuals, and timeless music will make you lose yourself in the world. These are the things that establish Mushishi as an artistically crafted anime.
Nonetheless, Mushishi is a very slow-paced show and it's not made for everyone. But for someone who wants to watch a slow relaxing story or someone tired of mainstream animes and wants to try something unique, Mushishi is a great option.
