The appeal and review of "The Strongest Robo Daiohja": A must-see mecha action masterpiece

"The Strongest Robo Daiohja": A fusion of period drama and robot anime

"The Strongest Robo Daiohja" is a TV anime series that aired from 1980 to 1981 on Nagoya TV, every Saturday from 5:30 to 6:00 PM. The series consists of 50 episodes, each 30 minutes long. It was written by Hajime Yatate, directed by Katsutoshi Sasaki, and produced by Nagoya TV, Sotsu Agency, and Nippon Sunrise. Copyright belongs to Sotsu and Sunrise.

story

The Kingdom of Edon rules over 51 planets in the Yplon star system, far from Earth. Its crown prince, Prince Mito, sets off on a secret journey to inspect all the planets he rules. Accompanying him are three people: Scade, who is in charge of the prince's academic education and bodyguard; Kirks, who is in charge of martial arts education and also a bodyguard; and Shinobu, who has been secretly sent to protect the prince. At first glance, the world is peaceful, but behind the scenes, lords and officials are plotting evil, and people in the hierarchical society are suffering unjustly and painfully. Prince Mito uses the Daioja, the symbol of the royal family, to defeat the villains and liberate the people. And through his interactions with the people, the prince himself grows greatly.

Commentary

"The Strongest Robo Daiohja" is a robot anime adaptation of the historical drama "Mito Komon," which established the ultimate formula for Japanese drama. It boldly incorporates the fun of the classic pattern of a hero of justice going on a secret journey, defeating the bad guys with the familiar historical drama-style catchphrase using his overwhelming authority and power. The story of a boy (Prince Mito) meeting many people and growing up is intertwined with this, making it an exhilarating work that children can easily relate to.

cast

• Prince Edward Mito: Toshio Furukawa
• Duke Scade: Hiroya Ishimaru
• Baron Kirks: Tomomichi Nishimura
• Flora Shinobu: Sanae Takagi
• Valjean: Ichiro Nagai
• Jinnai: Masaya Taki
• King Tokugar: Osamu Kobayashi
• Queen: Kazue Komiya

Main Staff

• Planning: Nippon Sunrise
• Original author: Hajime Yatate
• Series Composition: Hiroyuki Hoshiyama
• Character design: Nobuyoshi Sasamon
• Mechanical design: Kunio Okawara
• Art design: Shichiro Kobayashi (episodes 1-29), Shigemi Ikeda (episodes 30-50)
• Art: Toshiharu Mizutani (episodes 1-26), Takehiko Uchida (episodes 27-50), Toshihisa Tojo (episodes 27-35), Kazuko Katsui (episodes 36-50)
• Chief animation director: Akihiro Kanayama
• Edited by: Inoue Editorial Office, Yumiko Fuse
• Recording Director: Koichi Chiba
• Music: Chumei Watanabe
• Director: Sasaki Katsutoshi
• Producers: Kei Moriyama (Nagoya TV), Nobuyuki Okuma (SOTSU Agency), Masami Iwasaki (Nippon Sunrise), Hironori Nakagawa (Nippon Sunrise)

subtitle

• Episode 1: Set out on a journey! Prince Mito of the Galaxy
• Episode 2: The King's Mark Shining on His Chest
• Episode 3: Tears of Dinosaur Papi
• Episode 4: Prince Mito turned into a machine
• Episode 5: Terrifying human sculptures
• Story 6: The Boy and the Whale
• Episode 7: The Prince's Wedding
• Episode 8: Swarm Planet of Friendship
• Episode 9: Fear!! A Country Without Night
• Episode 10: The Flower of Love Bloomed in Space
• Episode 11: Prince Mito becomes a star
• Episode 12: My father's determination engraved in a vase
• Episode 13: Twinkle Twinkle Star Biker Gang
• Episode 14: We Have a Tomorrow
• Episode 15: Rampage in the Land of Wild Beasts
• Episode 16: The Boy Who Lost His Dreams
• Episode 17: The Dirty Golden Pyramid
• Episode 18: My Beloved Poala
• Episode 19: Which is which? Two Suke-sans
• Episode 20: Hello from morning to night
• Episode 21: The Computer Genie
• Episode 22: Prince Mito becomes a prince
• Episode 23: We are the vigilantes of the wilderness
• Episode 24: Shine! The Rodeo Star
• Episode 25: Space Pirate Barlack
• Episode 26: A Bridge of Friendship Across the Battlefield
• Episode 27: Valjean, You're Doing Your Best
• Episode 28: The Mysterious Demon Mask Army
• Episode 29: The Vikings are here!!
• Episode 30: The Prince is a Master Thief?!
• Episode 31: Professor Kodoku's Gift <Part 1>
• Episode 32: Professor Kodoku's Gift <Part 2>
• Episode 33: The Alien Terror
• Story 34: Father and daughter meet
• Episode 35: Beware of counterfeits!!
• Episode 36: Prince, take up the sword of justice (Part 1)
• Episode 37: Prince, take up the sword of justice (Part 2)
• Episode 38: Good luck, pinch hitter
• Episode 39: The hermit who wanted to quit being a hermit
• Episode 40: White Dragon <Part 1>
• Episode 41: White Dragon (Part 2)
• Episode 42: The Magistrate on Trial
• Episode 43: The Runaway Train
• Episode 44: Welcome to Heart (Part 1)
• Episode 45: Welcome to Heart (Part 2)
• Episode 46: Jungle Boy
• Episode 47: The Lord Goes Out to Town
• Episode 48: The tough girl!!
• Episode 49: Everyone is waiting for the prince <Part 1>
• Episode 50: Everyone is waiting for the prince <Part 2>

Ratings and Recommendations

"The Strongest Robo Daiohja" is a work that skillfully combines two genres: period drama and robot anime. The story of Prince Mito defeating evil and saving people through his secret journey gives viewers a sense of exhilaration. In addition, the prince's growth and his interactions with the characters around him resonate with a wide range of people, from children to adults.

Of particular note are the work of character designer Nobuyoshi Sasakado and mechanical designer Kunio Okawara. Nobuyoshi Sasakado's character designs vividly portray the individuality of each character, enhancing their visual appeal, while Kunio Okawara's mechanical designs express the dignity and strength of Daiohja, supporting the worldview of the work.

The music, by Chumei Watanabe, also adds to the atmosphere of the work. The opening and ending themes in particular leave a strong impression on viewers. The background music for each episode is also used appropriately to match the development of the story, enriching the viewing experience.

This work can be said to be a monumental achievement in robot anime of the 1980s, and is still loved by many fans today. In particular, the storytelling that incorporates elements of period dramas has a unique appeal not found in other robot anime. If you like robot anime or period dramas, "Strongest Robo Daiohja" is a must-watch. By watching it, you will be able to reaffirm the value of justice and friendship through the adventures of Prince Mito and his friends.

Additionally, the series has been released on DVD and Blu-ray, and is available on streaming services. There is also a thriving fan art and fan community, and you can interact with other fans on social media and forums. Discover new charms of period dramas and robot anime through "Strongest Robo Daiohja."