Maya the Bee

Synopsis

Maya, a newborn honeybee, brims with curiosity about the world around her. From the time she is born, she is brought up to be a worker bee, but it is difficult for her to understand and follow the strict rules of the hive because of her individuality and strong desire for independence. Having collected all the honey around the honeycomb, Maya decides to set out on an adventure to find a flower garden in order to collect more honey for the hive. Her intentions are noble, but because she leaves the hive without permission the Queen sends Maya's friend Willy to search for the little troublemaker. Willy joins Maya in her quest, and together, beyond the familiar hive, the two friends marvel at the sheer beauty that nature has to offer. Through many experiences—sometimes enjoyable, sometimes terrible or sad—and encounters with various insects, Maya matures into a strong and wise honeybee. (Source: Nippon Animation)

Characters & Voice Actors

WilliMain

Masako NozawaJP

MayaMain

Michiko NomuraJP

PhillipMain

Ichirou NagaiJP

Cassandra SenseiSupporting

Miyoko AsouJP

Joou (Shin)Supporting

Akiko TsuboiJP

Joou (Kyuu)Supporting

Natsuko KawajiJP

Eihei-tachiBackground

Kazuya TatekabeJP

NarratorBackground

Staff

Karel SvobodaMusic (German)

Katsuhisa YamadaStoryboard

Shigeo KoshiAssistant Director

Yasuo UrakamiSound Director

Koba HayashiTheme Song Arrangement (ED2)

Koba HayashiTheme Song Composition (ED2)

Koba HayashiInsert Song Arrangement

Koba HayashiInsert Song Composition

Relations

SequelThe New Adventures of Maya the Honey Bee

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