The appeal and evaluation of Lupin the Third Part 2: A masterpiece of classic animation

Lupin the Third PART2 - Lupin Sansei Part Two

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

comics

■ Broadcast period

October 3, 1977 - October 6, 1980

■Broadcasting station

Nippon Television

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 155

■Original Story

Monkey Punch

■ Production

Produced by: TMS Entertainment

■Works

Original work: Monkey Punch ©TMS

■ Story

Five years have passed since Lupin and his gang escaped from Japan. Jigen, Goemon, and Fujiko, who were living a carefree life all over the world, receive an invitation to a class reunion. Lupin and his gang gather on the luxury cruise ship Sirloin, but it turns out to be a trap set by Mr. X, who wants revenge on Lupin...! The battle with Inspector Zenigata, who has been seconded to ICPO and is gaining momentum, becomes even more intense, and Lupin and his gang's new adventure begins!

■Cast

Lupin III: Yasuo Yamada / Daisuke Jigen: Kiyoshi Kobayashi / Fujiko Mine: Eiko Masuyama / Goemon Ishikawa: Makio Inoue / Inspector Zenigata: Goro Naya and others

■ Main staff

Planning: Yoshikawa Bin / Music: Ohno Yuji / Supervision: Suzuki Seijun (#52~) / Producers: Takahashi Seiji, Takahashi Yoshimitsu / Screenplay: Yamazaki Tadaaki, Kaneko Yutaka, Yamatoya Chikara, Shiroyama Noboru, Konno Kan, Urasawa Yoshio, Ohara Kiyohide, Miyata Yuki, Takashina Wataru and others / Series Composition: Yamatoya Chikara (#53~) / Literary Director: Iioka Junichi / Animation Directors: Kitahara Takeo, Kodama Kenji, Asakura Takashi, Tannai Tsukasa / Art Directors: Tatsuike Noboru, Shimizu Kazutoshi / Directors of Photography: Kobayashi Kenichi, Hasegawa Hajime / Sound Director: Kato Satoshi / Music Selection: Suzuki Seiji

■ Theme songs and music

[OP1] Song title: Lupin the Third Theme '78 (#1-26) / Singer: - / Lyrics: - / Composer: Yuji Ohno / Arranger: Yuji Ohno [OP2] Song title: Lupin the Third Theme (#27-51) / Singer: Pete Mac Jr. / Original idea: Kazue Tokita / Lyrics: Kazuya Chika / Composer: Yuji Ohno / Arranger: Yuji Ohno [OP3] Song title: Lupin the Third '79 (#52-103) / Performed by You & Explosion Band / Lyrics: - / Composer: Yuji Ohno / Arranger: Yuji Ohno [OP4] Song: Lupin the Third '80 (#104-155) / Singer: - / Lyrics: - / Composer: Yuji Ohno / Arranger: Yuji Ohno [ED1] Song: Lupin the Third Love Theme (#1-26) / Singer: - / Lyrics: - / Composer: Yuji Ohno / Arranger: Yuji Ohno [ED2] Song: Lupin the Third Love Theme (#27-51) / Singer: Ichiro Mizuki / Lyrics: Kazuya Chika / Composer: Yuji Ohno / Arranger: Yuji Ohno [ED3] Song: Love Squall (#52-103) / Singer: Sandra Horn / Lyrics: Konah Maki / Composer: Yuji Ohno / Arranger: Yuji Ohno [ED4] Song: LOVE IS EVERYTHING (#104-155) / Singer: Noboru Kimura / Lyrics: Yoko Narahashi, Masami Sugiyama / Composer: Yuji Ohno / Arranger: Yuji Ohno

Lupin the Third Part 2 Review

Lupin the Third: Part 2 is a TV anime series that aired on Nippon Television from 1977 to 1980 and is based on the manga of the same name by Monkey Punch. The series expanded on the world of Lupin the Third, providing viewers with new adventures and exciting storylines.

The story is set five years after the Lupin gang escaped from Japan. Familiar characters such as Daisuke Jigen, Goemon Ishikawa, and Fujiko Mine are invited to a class reunion on the luxury cruise ship Sirloin. However, the reunion is a trap set by Mr. X, who is plotting revenge against Lupin, and Lupin and his gang are once again drawn into a dangerous adventure. In addition, the battle with Inspector Zenigata, who has been seconded to ICPO, becomes even more intense, and Lupin and his gang begin a new adventure.

The appeal of this series lies in its clever storytelling. Although each episode has its own independent story, there is a consistent theme and character growth throughout the series. In particular, the relationship between Lupin and Inspector Zenigata deepens throughout the series, leaving a deep impression on viewers. In addition, characters such as Jigen, Goemon, and Fujiko also show their individuality in action, so viewers will not get bored.

The cast also includes a star-studded cast of voice actors, including Yamada Yasuo as Lupin III, Kobayashi Kiyoshi as Daisuke Jigen, Masuyama Eiko as Fujiko Mine, Inoue Makio as Goemon Ishikawa, and Naya Goro as Inspector Zenigata. Their performances bring out the best in their characters and leave a deep impression on viewers. Yamada Yasuo's Lupin III in particular continues to captivate viewers with his witty dialogue and humorous acting.

The main staff is also impressive, with planning director Yoshikawa Bin, music director Ohno Yuji, supervisor Suzuki Seijun, producers Takahashi Seiji and Takahashi Yoshimitsu, scriptwriters Yamazaki Tadaaki, Kaneko Yutaka, Yamatoya Chikara, Shiroyama Noboru, Konno Kan, Urasawa Yoshio, Ohara Kiyohide, Miyata Yuki, and Takashina Wataru all contributing to the quality of the work. In addition, Yamatoya Chikara was in charge of series composition, Iioka Junichi was in charge of literature, animation directors Kitahara Takeo, Kodama Kenji, Asakura Takashi, and Tannai Tsukasa were art directors Tatsuike Noboru and Shimizu Kazutoshi, cinematographers Kobayashi Kenichi and Hasegawa Hajime, sound director Kato Satoshi, and music selector Suzuki Seiji all worked together to create the work.

The theme songs and music also add to the appeal of the series. The opening themes, composed by Yuji Ohno, have evolved from "Lupin III Theme '78," to "Lupin III Theme," to "Lupin III '79," to "Lupin III '80," and have captured the hearts of viewers. The ending themes, also varied, including "Lupin III Love Theme," "Lupin III Love Theme," "Love Squall," and "LOVE IS EVERYTHING," deeply moved viewers.

Lupin the Third Part 2 Recommendation

Lupin the Third Part 2 is one of the most highly acclaimed entries in the Lupin the Third series and one that I would highly recommend to viewers. The clever story, compelling characters, stellar cast and crew, and memorable theme songs and music combine to provide viewers with an unforgettable experience.

In particular, if you are a fan of the Lupin III series, you must watch PART 2. This series, which depicts the new adventures and growth of the Lupin gang, gives viewers a new perspective and excitement. Also, for viewers who are experiencing the Lupin III series for the first time, PART 2 is a work that brings out the charm of the series to the fullest, and there is no doubt that you will be drawn into the world of Lupin III.

Furthermore, this series had a major influence on the subsequent Lupin III series. The character relationships and storytelling techniques depicted in Lupin III Part 2 were carried over to the later series, contributing to the development of the Lupin III series. For this reason, Part 2 can be considered an important work when it comes to understanding the history of the Lupin III series.

Lupin the Third Part 2 is a work that offers viewers an exciting adventure and excitement, and is highly recommended not only for fans of the Lupin the Third series, but also for viewers experiencing the series for the first time. Please watch this series and fully experience the charm of Lupin the Third.