Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken
Studios
Staff
Characters
Tags
Episodes (52)
1 / 3- 1EP 1
Cassandra returns to the hive to witness the birth of new bees, including the exceptional Maya.
Apr 1, 1975Cassandra arrives at the hive but is initially barred from entry by the guards, despite her past role in raising them. After a lengthy discussion, she is finally permitted to enter. Inside, she observes the hatching of new bees emerging from the combs one by one. However, one egg fails to hatch. This unique individual is identified as Maya, who is described as the exception among the newly born bees. The episode focuses on this significant event within the hive, highlighting the contrast between the standard hatching process and the singular case of Maya.
- 2EP 2
Maya and Willy learn about heat dangers and weather at school during summer
Apr 8, 1975During the hot summer season, the bee-Hive faces the risk of melting wax, requiring all members to maintain the correct temperature by beating their wings faster. While Maya and Willy are amazed by this necessity, they have much more to learn. At school, Cassandra instructs the group on essential knowledge regarding bad weather, wasps, flies, and flowers. This lesson provides the students with critical information about environmental threats and natural elements relevant to their survival and understanding of their world.
- 3EP 3
Maya attempts to escape the hive but lands in the penal comb where Willie helps her.
Apr 15, 1975Maya desires freedom and longs to fly around the world, so she devises a plan to secretly run away from the hive. However, her escape attempt leads her directly into the penal comb. Unsure of what to do next, she is aided by Willie, a lazy character who is content as long as he can sleep. Willie employs a cunning trick to swap places with Maya, allowing her to continue her journey while he takes her spot. This unexpected alliance shifts the dynamics of her escape, as Willie’s indifference to his surroundings contrasts with Maya’s urgent need for liberty. The situation leaves Maya questioning her next move after this surprising intervention.
- 4EP 4
Maya becomes the captain of an ant army after helping them reach land.
Apr 22, 1975Maya harbors a specific desire to serve as the captain of an ant army for a single day. This ambition stems from her previous assistance in guiding the ants to safety on her floating leaf. The narrative confirms that this particular wish is successfully granted. Consequently, Maya assumes the role of captain and proves herself to be a reliable and trustworthy leader for the colony. The story focuses on this brief period of leadership and the fulfillment of her personal goal without introducing additional plot elements or external conflicts.
- 5EP 5
Maja and Pucka Visit a Human House
Apr 29, 1975Maja encounters Pucka, a short-sighted fly knowledgeable about human leftovers. Eager to meet humans, Maja convinces Pucka to guide her to a house. They fly to the location and enter the building. Inside, they discover a human. Maja perceives this human as being extremely large. The episode focuses on this unexpected encounter between the insects and the giant human resident.
- 6EP 6
Maya observes nature and accepts a beetle's invitation to a rose-house before continuing her journey.
May 6, 1975Maya admires the world around her, taking in the sight of dandelions, sunlight, and water. During her travels, she encounters a rose-beetle who invites her into his rose-house. She finds the interior beautiful but declines to stay for a meal, as she must continue flying to seek out new and dangerous adventures. Later, while on an excursion with Willie, a lady beetle becomes trapped in the web of a fat spider. This sequence of events highlights Maya's ongoing journey through various encounters and the risks she faces while exploring the world.
- 7EP 7
Pook the housefly faces a dangerous garden fire while the violin snider hopes for prey.
May 13, 1975A sudden fire breaks out in the garden, causing panic among the insects who are at their wits' end. The violin snider is the only one pleased by the chaos, as she hopes the distraction will cause someone to wander into her web by mistake. As agitation intensifies, the flames spread rapidly, eventually engulfing the first floor of a plant house. The insects are in serious danger and urgently require assistance to survive the escalating crisis.
- 8EP 8
Willie falls unconscious after the horse's tail strikes him near the holiday area.
May 20, 1975The fly reveals a marvelous holiday area located on a horse's back but fails to warn Willie and Maya about the danger of the tail. Consequently, Willie suffers a heavy lash from the tail and falls unconscious to the ground. The ants subsequently clear the area, promptly disposing of anything lying around, including the fallen Willie. This incident highlights the oversight regarding the horse's movements and the immediate cleanup efforts by the ants to maintain the space.
- 9EP 9
Earthworm Max feels useless during continuous rain despite his species' nature
May 27, 1975Max, an earthworm, tends to depressions caused by continuous rain. Although he knows earthworms should feel happy when it rains, he does not. This contradiction leads him to question his usefulness. Maja and Willie attempt to cheer him up during this period of self-doubt. The episode focuses on Max's internal struggle with his identity and purpose amidst the weather conditions. His friends intervene to support him as he grapples with feelings of inadequacy. The narrative highlights the contrast between natural instincts and personal emotional responses. Max's journey involves confronting his sense of worth while dealing with the persistent rainfall that defines the setting.
- 10EP 10
Maya and Willie encounter a deceptive frog intent on eating them
Jun 3, 1975Maya and Willie meet a small, green frog that appears cute but is actually dangerous. The frog’s sole objective is to eat Maya and Willie for breakfast. Fortunately, the frog lacks intelligence and ends up trapped in a dark well. Despite this unfortunate outcome for the frog, Maya and Willie decide to help him. The encounter highlights the contrast between the frog's deceptive appearance and its foolish nature, leading to an unexpected resolution where the protagonists show compassion to their predator.
- 11EP 11
Kurt the bark-beetle disrupts insects sheltering from rain with his romantic obsession
Jun 10, 1975Continuous rain forces various insects to seek refuge beneath a toadstool, where they initially enjoy sharing stories with one another. This peaceful gathering is interrupted by the arrival of Kurt, a bark-beetle consumed by love. His erratic behavior and constant talk of his beloved disturb the group's harmony. The situation worsens when his love interest finally appears, causing the pleasant atmosphere to vanish immediately as her presence dispels the earlier good mood among the sheltering creatures.
- 12EP 12
Maya and Willie Encounter Glow Worms and Explore the Mole-Cricket's Subterranean World
Jun 17, 1975Maya and Willie experience the illuminating capabilities of glow worms for the first time, prompting Maya to pursue her long-held desire to observe the mysterious underground habitat of the mole-cricket. While the subterranean environment presents strange conditions, Willie expresses significant discomfort with the situation. The narrative focuses on their exploration of this hidden world, highlighting Maya's curiosity against Willie's unease. The pair must navigate the unfamiliar terrain while dealing with Willie's dissatisfaction and the practical challenge of locating the exit from the underground setting.
- 13EP 13
Maya and Willie assist a dejected old lady locust in the garden
Jun 24, 1975Maya and Willie encounter an elderly locust left behind by her swarm, sitting in the garden feeling dejected and dissatisfied. Feeling sorry for her, they construct a stretcher to carry her toward the wandering group. However, the old lady suddenly reveals herself to be robust and determined, contradicting their initial impression of her weakness.
- 14EP 14
A family of earwigs
Jul 1, 1975A leaping competition takes place where Flip boasts about being the best, fastest, longest, and most elegant jumper. Despite his confidence, he must learn that others can outperform him, such as a flea.
- 15EP 15
Maya and Willie care for a caterpillar that transforms into a butterfly
Jul 8, 1975Maya and Willie discover a small caterpillar they believe to be homeless, so they take it in and provide loving care. As they nurture the creature, they develop a deep affection for it. Their routine changes when they witness the caterpillar undergo a dramatic transformation, first turning into a monster before eventually becoming a beautiful butterfly. This sequence of events highlights the unexpected nature of the creature's development and the emotional bond formed between the children and their new pet.
- 16EP 16
Maya Takes Responsibility for Caring for Beetle Offspring
Jul 22, 1975Maya has made a commitment to a beetle couple to watch over their young. Willie, who is tasked with this duty, finds the experience challenging. He realizes that managing a wild group of small beetles is far more difficult than he anticipated. If he had understood the extent of the trouble involved in looking after them, he likely would have stayed in bed rather than attempting the task. The narrative focuses on the struggles of this caretaking arrangement and Willie's regret over his involvement in the situation.
- 17EP 17
Maja helps a centipede with a leg issue before his one-man band performance.
Jul 29, 1975Maja encounters a centipede who is ill but cannot identify the specific cause of his discomfort. He reports that one of his numerous legs is malfunctioning. This physical issue is critical because he is scheduled to perform as a one-man band. Maja devises a solution to address the problem. Her intervention ensures that the situation resolves successfully. The outcome is positive, reflecting the typical happy endings found in fairy tales. The narrative focuses on Maja's assistance in resolving the centipede's immediate performance-related health concern through her creative idea.
- 18EP 18
Flip faces a carnivorous plant while training for the grasshopper long hop championship
Aug 12, 1975Flip encounters significant difficulties during his preparation for the grasshopper long hop championship. He becomes trapped by a carnivorous plant, leading him to believe his life is in imminent danger. In his distress, he envisions a grim fate, contrasting sharply with his previous dreams of winning a conqueror's crown. This situation highlights the sudden shift from his aspirations of victory to the harsh reality of his predicament, as he struggles against the plant's grip while contemplating the end of his journey.
- 19EP 19
Willie introduces Maya to an unusual trampoline game using a liana.
Aug 19, 1975Willie, typically too lazy to discover new activities, finds a unique game involving a liana used as a trampoline. Maya quickly learns the mechanics from him but, as is often the case, overexerts herself. Her excessive enthusiasm leads to her landing directly in the web of a brown spider. Kurt, described as a fat beetle, intervenes just in time to rescue Maya from the situation. This brief interaction highlights Willie's rare moment of activity and Maya's tendency to push her limits too far, requiring Kurt's timely assistance to resolve the predicament caused by her overenthusiasm.
- 20EP 20
Maya and Willie seek cave shelter from storm and meet stinkbug and daddy-long legs
Aug 26, 1975Chaos and a storm dominate the insect garden as Maya and Willie take refuge in a cave. During their stay, they encounter a stinkbug and listen to the tragic tale of a daddy-long legs that lost one of its long legs on a warm summer night. Unbeknownst to the group, a praying mantis is also hiding within the same cave where Maya and Willie have sought shelter with their friends.
- 21EP 21
Maya and Willie encounter a landslide blocking the cicada nest exit.
Sep 2, 1975Maya and Willie learn that cicadas develop underground, sparking their curiosity to meet one. Their immediate desire to observe these insects leads them into trouble from the start. A landslide occurs, blocking the exit of the cicada nest. The pair must figure out how to address this obstruction. The narrative focuses on their reaction to this natural event and their attempt to resolve the blockage preventing the cicadas from emerging. This situation arises directly from their newfound knowledge about the insects' life cycle and their eagerness to witness it firsthand.
- 22EP 22
Maya assumes captain duties and discovers the fascinating world of ants.
Sep 9, 1975Maya takes on the role of captain for a day, gaining insight into the daily lives of ants and developing a fondness for them. The environment is constantly active, and she experiences joy within their kingdom. In contrast, Willie remains deeply opposed to this arrangement. Due to previous negative encounters, specifically an incident involving a horse's tail, he harbors strong reservations about the insects. He refuses to endure their demanding rules again, maintaining a stance of disagreement with Maya’s newfound appreciation for the ant society.
- 23EP 23
Maya and friends attempt to rescue a captive cricket from its window cage
Sep 16, 1975Maya finds a cricket trapped in a small window cage, looking sad with drooping wings. Since the insects are scheduled to hold a dance today, the cricket is unable to participate in the event. Determined to help, Maya takes action by gathering her friends. Together, the group of four works to free the cricket from its confinement so it can join the celebration.
- 24EP 24
Maya and Willie wander lost in dense fog while seeking direction from Flip
Sep 23, 1975Maya and Willie find themselves disoriented within a thick, gloomy fog that obscures visibility to the point where seeing one's hand is impossible. The atmosphere feels sinister and strange, making flight an unviable option due to the lack of sight. Walking is also deemed too troublesome in these conditions. With no one able to provide the correct direction, the characters face a significant challenge in navigating the environment. The narrative questions whether Flip possesses the necessary knowledge to guide them out of this disorienting situation, leaving their fate uncertain amidst the pervasive mist.
Similar titles
Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken have?
- Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken has 52 episodes.
- When did Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken come out?
- Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken came out in 1975.
- Which studio made Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken?
- Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken was produced by Nippon Animation.
- Who directed Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken?
- Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken was directed by Shigeo Koshi.
- Is Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken finished?
- Current status of Mitsubachi Maya no Bouken: Finished.