“The Legendary Hero is Dead!” is an anime adaptation of a dark fantasy comedy manga by Subaruichi. The manga was serialized in Ura Sunday from 2014 to 2020 and gained a significant fan base. The anime began airing in 2023 and quickly attracted attention for its ironic plot and comedic elements. The story features Touka, who accidentally kills the hero and must use the...
“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 AKIRA” is a film created by Japanese manga artist Katsuhiro Otomo. Katsuhiro Otomo is known for his unique style that incorporates elements of science fiction and cyberpunk, and is highly acclaimed for his visual beauty and storytelling. The animated film version of “Akira” was directed by Otomo himself in 1988 and revolutionized the world of Japanese animation....
“Too Cute Crisis” is a comedy anime based on the manga by Mitsuru Kido. The original manga began its serialization in 2019 in Jump SQ and gained attention for its unique premise and humorous plot. The anime adaptation was released in 2023, captivating viewers with its story told from the perspective of aliens who are amazed by Earth’s adorable animals. The characters’ reactions and...
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...
“Aragne: Sign of Vermillion” is an animated film released in 2018, created as an independent project by Saku Sakamoto. This remarkable project gained attention due to Sakamoto’s involvement in directing, writing, composing, and animating the entire film. The work blends horror and suspense, characterized by its unique atmosphere and intricate art style combined with impactful sound design. The film meticulously portrays mystery and psychological...
The manga, anime, live-action film, and video game series by Japanese manga artist Yuki Urushibara was first published in a monthly magazine in 1999 and has won a number of awards. In March 2007, the manga was adapted into a live-action film by Katsuhiro Otomo, the director of “Akira”. Synopsis They are neither animals nor plants, nor microorganisms nor fungi, but things that are...
