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Satelight is the anime studio behind highly popular IPs such as Macross F, Genesis of Aquarion and the hit action-fantasy seriesFairyTail (co-produced with Solo Leveling's A-1 Pictures). While Satelight CEO Michiaki Sato is grateful for his company's success, he is also working to "resist" a system that he believes does not fairly compensate its workers.

Sato became President and CEO of Satelight in 2003 -- six years prior to the release of Fairy Tail. Having originally worked as an accountant for B.U.G. -- Satelight's parent company -- Sato was dissatisfied with the infrastructure of the anime industry in relation to its workers. In a recent interview with Natalie, Sato discussed how his first major goal as president was to prioritize anime creators instead of anime sponsors. "I felt uncomfortable that even when a hit work was born in the anime industry, only those who provided the funds were benefited and the creators were not rewarded,...

FlyingDog's official YouTube channel is now streaming a music video for "Sousei no Aquarion Myth of Emotions Ver.," the opening theme for the winter 2025 TV anime Aquarion Myth of Emotions . This song is a newly-recorded version of "Sousei no Aquarion" (Genesis of Aquarion), the opening theme of the 2005 TV anime Aquarion originally performed by Akino of bless4. In this new version, she duets with Jam Project member Yoshiki Fukuyama . The theme of the music video is "Trinity," which symbolizes the Aquarion franchise. Three Japanese comedians cook the legendary Shirasu-don (whitebait rice bowl) on Enoshima Island, the main location of the anime story. "Sousei no Aquarion Myth of Emotions Ver." Music Video Aquarion Myth of Emotions Creditless Opening Video The CD single of "Sousei no Aquarion Myth of Emotions Ver." is set to release in Japan on February 19, 2025. Prior to the CD release, the title tune is now available on...

This week, we return to the world of Genesis of Aquarion in the upcoming Aquarion Myth of Emotions . While the new anime kicks off on January 9—with Crunchyroll simulcasting—you can watch a creditless version of the opening right now! The opening is set to "Sosei no Aquarion Myth of Emotions Ver." by Akino from bless4 and Yoshiki Fukuyama—a new recording of Yoko Kanno's memorable theme from the original 2005 series. Check it out: Aquarion Myth of Emotions Creditless Op Related: Aquarion Myth of Emotions Anime Premieres on January 9, 2025 Kenjito Itoso ( Santa Company ) directs Aquarion Myth of Emotions at studio Satelight, with series composition by Sadayuki Murai ( Sabikui Bisco ), character designs by Masashi Kudo ( Bleach ) and music by Shu Kanematsu ( The Kingdoms of Ruin ) and Takashi Omama ( Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury ). Shoji Kawamori supervises the series, which follows 2015's Aquarion Logos . Source: Dmm Pictures YouTube Channel...

Ahead of a January 9, 2025 broadcast and subsequent simulcast on Crunchyroll , the official website and accounts for Aquarion Myth of Emotions today unveiled a brand-new trailer and key visual for the mecha anime, adding a new dimension to the series' cast list and previewing the ending song, "Kokuhaku" by Akino from bless4. Aquarion Myth of Emotions Trailer Aquarion Myth of Emotions Key Visual The Aquarion Myth of Emotions ' anime's confirmed cast is now as follows: Sakko Otori voiced by Yumiri Hanamori Rimiya Tsukishiro voiced by Makoto Koichi Toshi Hatano voiced by Aki Toyosaki Momohime Amaha voiced by Azumi Waki Sayo Ichiki voiced by Konomi Kohara Sun voiced by Hiroki Nanami Kyoko Munakata voiced by Kiyono Yasuno Kazuhiko Saruta voiced by Yumi Yuzu Nanook voiced by Junya Enoki Sedona voiced by Yui Ishikawa Haida voiced by Nao Toyama Sukuna voiced by Ryota Osaka Twins voiced by Shiori Kawabata Mulua Satene voiced...

Ahead of a simulcast release on Crunchyroll, a brand-new main trailer released for Aquarion Myth of Emotions today announced that the mecha anime will air on Japanese television from January 9, 2025 at 24:30 Jst (effectively January 10 at 0:30). The trailer highlights new and previously confirmed cast members, while also previewing the series' opening song, "Sosei no Aquarion Myth of Emotions Ver." by Akino from bless4 and Yoshiki Fukuyama. Akino from bless4 also performs "Kokuhaku" for the ending song, which is composed and arranged by Yoko Kanno ( Cowboy Bebop ) and features lyrics by Kanno and director Kenji Itoso. Aquarion Myth of Emotions Main Trailer The Aquarion Myth of Emotions ' anime's cast is now as follows: Sakko Otori voiced by Yumiri Hanamori Rimiya Tsukishiro voiced by Makoto Koichi Toshi Hatano voiced by Aki Toyosaki Momohime Amaha voiced by Azumi Waki Sayo Ichiki voiced by Konomi Kohara Sun voiced by Hiroki Nanami Kyoko...

The first character trailer for the upcoming Aquarion Myth of Emotions TV anime was released tonight bringing the reveal of not only the main key visual for the next installment of the  Aquarion  franchise but also the lead cast members who will bring the mecha to life and visuals for three of the machines. Aquarion Myth of Emotions - First Character Trailer The first cast members of Aquarion Myth of Emotions are: Sakko Otori  voiced by Yumiri Hanamori Momohime Amaha  voiced by Azumi Waki Rimiya Tsukishiro  voiced by Makoto Koichi Toshi Hatano  voiced by Aki Toyosaki Sayo Ichiki  voiced by Konomi Kohara Aquarion Seigel visual Aquarion Tir visual Aquarion Feoh visual Related: Aquarion: Myth of Emotions Anime Takes Flight in January 2025 Masashi Ito directs the  Aquarion: Myth of Emotions  anime at Satelight with Sadayuki Murai writing the series composition, Masashi Kudo drawing the character designs, Takashi Omama and Shu Kanematsu...

Crunchyroll is heading to Fort Worth in December for one of Texas' biggest anime conventions! During Anime Frontier 2024, you can join Crunchyroll for a set of brand-new anime premiere panels including Aquarion: Myth of Emotions , Girls Band Cry and more. Make sure to also stop by the Crunchyroll booth [#1307] for free swag and other con goods! Read on for the list of exciting panels you can experience at Anime Frontier this year. Crunchyroll Anime Frontier 2024 Schedule Friday, December 6, 2024 Crunchyroll Premieres Round 1 Friday, December 6 | 5:00 Pm Ct Room 202Cd If romance is what you desire then join us for exclusive back-to-back premieres showcasing the latest in budding relationships and fun! Be among the first to view some of these exciting shows coming to Crunchyroll! Premiering shows: Honey Lemon Soda Anyway, I'm falling in love with you Medaka Kuroiwa is Impervious to My Charms Saturday, December 7, 2024 Breaking Into The Anime Industry With Crunchyroll Saturday,...

It has been a hot minute since news was announced for the next installment of the Aquarion franchise, but today the official accounts revealed that the Aquarion: Myth of Emotions anime will be premiering in January 2025. Alongside the broadcast month, a new visual was also released as well as the leading staff members of the show, including series creator Shoji Kawamori returning as the supervisor and Aquarion designer. Aquarion: Myth of Emotions Anime Key Visual Related: Genesis of Aquarion: Myth of Emotions TV Anime Announced Masashi Ito directs the Aquarion: Myth of Emotions anime at Satelight with Sadayuki Murai writing the series composition, Masashi Kudo drawing the character designs, Takashi Omama and Shu Kanematsu jointly composing the music and franchise creator Shoji Kawamori supervising the production as well as designing the Aquarion. Crunchyroll announced back in August 2023 that Aquarion: Myth of Emotions will be streaming on the platform shortly after it airs in Japan.

The iconic status of Sunrise's hit sci-fi Western anime, Cowboy Bebop, is owed largely to the show's incredible soundtrack. Recently, a prominent venue in New York City announced that Yoko Konno, the musical mastermind behind the original series, is heading to the states next year for an exclusive one-night-only performance.

On March 29, 2025, at 8 p.m. (Est), New York's historic Town Hall will host world-renowned lyricist and composer Yoko Kanno alongside bandleader Logan Richardson and his popular music group, Blues People Big Bang. As detailed on The Town Hall's website, this special event will feature a "full jazz concert" comprised of Kanno's "most revered and personally beloved compositions," including some featured in the Cowboy Bebop anime series. The Town Hall recently began selling tickets, with prices starting at approximately $67 per person.

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Over the last few decades, anime studio Orange has become one of Japan's leading creators in the CG anime scene. According to Eiji Inomoto, Orange's Chief Director and Representative, his team had several major hurdles to overcome before achieving success -- first and foremost, that audiences used to be far less accustomed to CG animation.

Orange opened its doors in 2004; a year when studios were increasingly relying on CG to help facilitate the production of their anime. However, creating a CG anime studio was still relatively risky, given that most only performed contract work for other major studios. Nonetheless, Inomoto believed there were certain things that his team could only achieve effectively by using CG. During a recent interview with Natalie, Inomoto explained why he decided to throw caution to the wind and begin assembling an in-house team to create original productions using CG.

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In a recent interview with Comic Natalie, studio Orange founder Eiji Inomoto shared his initial doubts on the establishment of a CG specialized animation studio and the remarkable rise of CG animation within the anime industry.

Initially a freelance CG creator in the game industry, Inomoto transitioned to anime with ‘Zoids: Chaotic Century‘ in 1999. He handled all aspects of production for projects like ‘Geneshaft‘ and ‘Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex‘.

His pivotal moment came when he was offered to manage CG for Shoji Kawamori’s ‘Aquarion‘, leading him to establish Orange.

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Reflecting on the early days, Inomoto revealed that he was unsure if such a company could sustain itself as a viable business even with the increasing use of CG in anime.

“At that time, the demand for CG in the anime industry was growing as a way to fill in the gaps that were difficult to handle with traditional animation.

With mecha being one of anime's oldest genres, it takes a lot for a series to stand out. Some series rely solely on character writing to gain a unique advantage, while others work within compelling plots. While any mecha worth its salt has cool-looking mecha, even those series often pull a bit too much inspiration from other mecha to stand out.

However, there are some mecha that are so drastically different from other designs that they're easy to remember years, even decades later. These mecha often rethink what mecha can be or how they can be used in fascinating ways. Frequently, they also just look visually distinctive enough to inspire future mecha series.

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