“Spirited Away” is a Japanese animated feature film released in 2001. It was written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli. It is a masterpiece of animated feature film and won the Golden Bear at the 52nd Berlin International Film Festival.The impetus for the production came from Hayao Miyazaki’s desire to please a 10-year-old girl, a personal friend of his.Through the efforts of...
“AYAKA” is an original anime that premiered in 2023, directed by Yoshinobu Nagayama and produced by Studio Blanc. The original story is by GoRA and depicts strange phenomena and mysterious dramas on the island of Ayaka, a chain of seven islands. It features unique visual expressions and complex emotions held by the characters. The thrilling development and fantastic depiction leave a strong impression on...
Introduction of the author and animation director The Three-Eyed One” was created by famous Japanese manga artist Osamu Tezuka. Tezuka is known as the “God of Manga” and has created many masterpieces. This work is one of them, and has one of the most unique themes and worldviews among Tezuka’s works. The animated version was broadcast in Japan in the 1980s under the direction...
“Princess Mononoke” is an animated feature film released by Studio Ghibli in 1997. It was directed by Hayao Miyazaki.It grossed 19.3 billion yen at the box office, breaking the previous Japanese box office record held by “E.T.” (1982).This film was also the last Studio Ghibli film directed by Hayao Miyazaki to be released in the 20th century. Synopsis The setting is medieval Japan. Ashitaka,...
“Pokémon” is one of Japan’s most iconic anime series, first airing in 1997. The original work is based on the game series “Pokémon,” created by Satoshi Tajiri. The anime version has been produced by OLM and has spawned numerous series and movies over the years. Each series is directed by different teams, showcasing diverse stories and characters. The adventures of Ash and Pikachu, in...
“Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear Punch!” is an isekai fantasy anime based on the light novel by Kumanano, adapted into an anime in 2020. The story follows Yuna, a game-loving girl who finds herself transported to another world while wearing an unusual bear suit that grants her extraordinary powers. Originally serialized as an online novel in 2014, it gained popularity and was later published in...
“The Rising of the SHIELD HERO” is a Japanese anime series based on the light novel by Aneko Yusagi.The first season aired from January to June 2019; production of the second and third seasons was announced in September 2019, with the second season (Season 2) airing from April to June 2022. The third season (Season 3) aired from October to December 2023; production of...
“FAIRY TAIL” is a Japanese manga and anime work by Hiro Mashima.The manga was serialized from 2006 to 2017.The first TV anime season ran from 2009 to 2013, the second from 2014 to 2016, and the final series (third season) from 2018 to 2019. In addition, a sequel episode of the original work, “FAIRY TAIL 100 YEARS QUEST,” has been serialized in the series...
