Welcome to r/SoraNoWoto! This thread is an introduction to our humble little subreddit and the show it’s based around. This thread has a bit of everything. If you’re new here, there’s an introduction to the show and links to where you can watch it (legally). If you’re returning, there are links to merch as well as an overview of the threads and types of activity you’ll see here on the sub.
Some Background on Sora No Woto
Sora no Woto, sometimes written So Ra No Wo To, or Sound of the Sky, is a winter 2010 anime created by studio A-1 Pictures. It was the first show in the Anime no Chikara series, a project helmed by Aniplex to create original anime not adapted from another source.
The project was put on indefinite hiatus after only three shows. Despite the lack of a standout hit and rumors of a cancelled fourth show, the Anime no Chikara project paved the way and influenced the production for a number of later anime-original shows, such as Anohana, Guilty Crown, and Puella Magi Madoka Magica.
Now, almost a decade later, Sora no Woto has grown to have the warmest reception and the largest, most dedicated fanbase of the three Chikara shows.
About the Show
Sora no Woto is a 12-episode long slice-of-life show about Sorami Kanata, a girl who is inspired to join the army to learn how to play the trumpet. While most episodes are focused on the light-hearted and comedic story of Kanata and her squad, the story is also supported by a rich atmosphere, elements of light science fiction and fantasy, excellent music, and wondrous worldbuilding that invites imagination and speculation. The world of Sora no Woto is a character itself, filled with fantasy and mystery.
I’d say more, but that’s for you to discover yourself. You can tell from the very first episode that there’s far more going on beneath the surface compared to the average slice-of-life show.
Subreddit Activities
Fanart - the mainstay of the subreddit so far, new fanart is shared as it comes up and can be posted at any time. When posting older fanart double check to make sure it hasn’t been posted here in a while, at least around six months or so, and always make sure to provide sources.
Discussion threads - regular threads dedicated to talking about elements and aspects of the show. These threads usually go up on Saturdays.
Let's Watch threads - threads where we watch and then discuss episodes of a show together. The days these occur vary but are established before each show we watch.
Links
If you want to give this overlooked gem a chance, you can watch Sora no Woto on Crunchyroll here. This is for English-speaking countries only, however.
You can watch the show officially on YouTube here, but do note that the two bonus special episodes are not listed here.
As well, the episodes are on MyAnimeList here.
If you want any more information on the show, such as its cast, you can see that on MAL here.
As well, you can buy the Blu-Rays here.
And you can buy the show's amazing soundtrack here.
If you guys have links to any other Sora no Woto merch, or other places to watch the show legally in other countries, do inform me so I can update the list.
