The “Pretty Cure” series, produced by ABC Animation, ADK Emotions, Toei Animation, is a magical girl anime that began in 2004 with “Futari wa Precure.” Since then, it has continued annually with new themes and characters, appealing to a broad age range both domestically and internationally. Central to the series are themes of friendship, courage, and teamwork, portrayed through diverse settings and battles against...
“Hirogaru Sky! Precure” is an installment in the “Precure” series produced by Toei Animation, premiering in 2023. The Precure series, which has been popular since 2004, is centered around magical girls and has captivated audiences of all ages. This series emphasizes themes of courage and friendship as the protagonists battle evil in a sky-themed setting while forming bonds with new allies. The colorful designs...
“Super Dimension Fortress MACROSS” was broadcast on television from 1982 to 1983.It was also the first Japanese real robot animation to fully incorporate “transformation”, and the variable fighter “Valkyrie” designed by Kawamori Shoji.The variable fighter “Valkyrie” designed by Kawamori Shoji was a symbol of this, and its humanoid form (batroid) was kept secret from the public until the TV broadcast.The air battle action, in...
Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai is based on the popular video game series “Dragon Quest,” originally created and supervised by Yuji Horii. The manga, written by Riku Sanjo and illustrated by Koji Inada, was serialized in “Weekly Shonen Jump” from 1989 to 1996. In 2020, Toei Animation adapted the series into a new anime. The story centers on themes of adventure, friendship, and...
“Spriggan” is an anime adaptation of the manga by Hiroshi Takashige (writer) and Ryoji Minagawa (artist). Initially adapted into an anime film in 1998, it was later released as a series on Netflix in 2022. Directed by Hiroshi Kobayashi and produced by David Production, the story revolves around the battle for ancient relics between those who wish to harness their power for nefarious purposes...
“Arknights” is an anime adaptation of the popular mobile game developed by Hypergryph, released in 2022. Directed by Watanabe and produced by Yostar Pictures, the story is set in a world plagued by the mysterious disease “Oripathy.” It follows Rhodes Island, an organization that is both a medical facility and a military force, as they strive to save those suffering from the disease while...
“METALLIC ROUGE” is a science fiction and action-themed Japanese animated feature that first aired in 2024 and utilizes advanced CG and animation techniques by the studio. The animation is produced by BONES, Yutaka Izubuchi a studio that has produced hit movies in the past, and features a tension-filled storyline that captivates viewers. Although set in the future, the story is strongly based on themes...
“Adam’s Sweet Agony” is an innovative Japanese project that blends music with animation, creating a distinctive artistic experience. The visual storytelling incorporates unique and captivating elements. The music, provided by the popular artist Eve, enriches the overall narrative with his signature sound. Released in 2022, it gained significant attention both in Japan and internationally as a novel fusion of anime and music. Viewers can...
