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AKIRA (1988) Near-future sci-fi action, driving the popularity of Japanese animation overseas Released in 1988, the theatrical animated film “AKIRA” is an anime adaptation of the manga by Katsuhiro Otomo. Set in the near future in Neo-Tokyo, this science fiction action film depicts a battle between boys with supernatural powers and the ensuing collapse of the city. Detailed and overwhelming visual expression “AKIRA” is characterized by its detailed and overwhelming visual expression. The visuals, which make full use of innovative technology at the time, were highly acclaimed both in Japan and abroad, and had a major impact on later animated ...

The Super Dimension Fortress Macross (1982) A fusion of robot animation and idol stories The TV animation “The Super Dimension Fortress Macross,” broadcast from 1982 to 1983, is a science fiction robot animation depicting the battle between humans aboard the giant space battleship Macross and the alien Zentraedi. This work is characterized by its innovative setting and storyline that overturns the conventional wisdom of robot animation. A story in which singing plays an important role In “Macross,” idol singer Lin Ming-mei's songs play an important role in the war against the Zentraedi. This storyline seeks the possibility of mutual understanding ...

Daros (1983) An ambitious work from the dawn of OVA, with a complex setting and human drama Produced as an OVA between 1983 and 1984, “Daros” is a science fiction anime about Lunarians fighting against the oppressive government of the Earth Federation, set on the surface of the moon. It is known as an ambitious work from the dawn of OVA, but due to the confusion of the production system and other factors, it is a work with a divided reputation. Co-directed by Nagayuki Toriumi and Mamoru Oshii “Daros” is a joint production of two different directors, Nagayuki Toriumi of ...

19. Doraemon: Nobita's Dinosaur (1980) The origin of seasonal theatrical animation, a milestone in children's films The 1980 animated feature film “Doraemon: Nobita's Dinosaur” is based on the manga “Doraemon” by Fujiko F. Fujio. The story begins when Nobita discovers the fossil of a dinosaur egg and hatches it using Doraemon's secret tools. A touching story of friendship and adventure “Nobita's Dinosaur” is a touching story about the friendship between Nobita and Pisuke (a hatched dinosaur) and their adventures in the world of the Cretaceous Period. As a milestone in animated films for children, it continues to be loved by ...

Lupin III: Castle of Cagliostro (1979) Hayao Miyazaki's first film, an adventure adventure and meticulously directed The 1979 animated feature film “Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro” is based on the “Lupin the Third” manga by Monkey Punch. Known as Hayao Miyazaki's first theatrical film, the film depicts the adventurous exploits of Lupin III and his friends as they fight against the duchy of Cagliostro, which dominates the world economy through its clever counterfeit money production. Excellent artwork and direction, with car action scenes as highlights “The Castle of Cagliostro” is characterized by Hayao Miyazaki's meticulous drawing and direction. In ...

Candy ♡ Candy (1976) An anime blockbuster based on a shoujo manga “Candy ♡ Candy,” broadcast from 1976 to 1979 on the TV Asahi network, is an anime adaptation of a shoujo manga written by Kyoko Mizuki and drawn by Yumiko Igarashi. Set in America, the story depicts a bright and cheerful orphan girl, Candy, who overcomes many difficulties and tragedies to grow up strong and resilient, while being loved by the people around her. An engaging character and a tumultuous storyline “Candy ♡ Candy” is characterized by fascinating characters and a tumultuous storyline. The encounters and partings between Candy ...

Mobile Suit Gundam (1979) A milestone in real robot animation “Mobile Suit Gundam,” which began broadcasting in 1979, is a robot animation directed by Yoshiyuki Tomino. Characterized by its realistic setting and worldview that set it apart from previous robot anime, it established a new genre called “real robot anime.” The tragedy of war and the growth of boys In “Mobile Suit Gundam,” the tragedy of war and the boys and girls who are tossed about in the midst of it are depicted in a realistic manner. The main character, Amuro Ray, is caught up in the war and forced ...

Space Battleship Yamato (1974) A milestone in science fiction anime that created a social phenomenon “Space Battleship Yamato,” which began broadcasting in 1974, is a science fiction anime written by Yoshinobu Nishizaki and drawn by Leiji Matsumoto. The epic story of a crew aboard the Space Battleship Yamato, which travels to the planet Iskandar, 148,000 light years away, to save the Earth from extinction, captured the hearts and minds of the young people of that time. Exquisite mechanics and human drama “Space Battleship Yamato” is also notable for its intricate mechanics and human drama that depicts the characters' struggles and ...

Getter Robo (1974) A milestone in robot animation that combines and transforms “Getter Robo,” which began broadcasting in 1974, is a robot animation written by Go Nagai and drawn by Ken Ishikawa. It features three fighter planes that combine and transform into three different types of robots with different abilities, making it a pioneer in the field of combined and transformable robot animation. Attractive characters and a hot storyline “Getter Robo” also features appealing characters and a hot storyline. It depicts three unique pilots, the hot-blooded Ryoma Nagare, the cool Hayato Kami, and the hulking Musashi Tomoe, fighting against the ...

Ace wo Nerae! (1973) A masterpiece of girls' sport anime, with an appealing romantic element “Ace wo Nerae!” started broadcasting in 1973 and is an anime adaptation of a tennis manga written by Suzumika Yamamoto. It depicts the main character, Hiromi Oka, who joins the tennis club because of her admiration for Madame Butterfly, and grows up to become a full-fledged tennis player through matches against rivals under the guidance of the devil coach, Hitoshi Munekata. Sensitive psychological portrayal and innovative direction “Ace wo Nerae!” is a sports anime, yet it is characterized by its delicate psychological portrayal typical of ...