The appeal and evaluation of "Time Bokan Series Yattodetaman": Reevaluating a nostalgic masterpiece

Time Bokan Series Yattodetaman - The appeal of the battle for Jujak that transcends time and space

■ Public Media

TV anime series

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Broadcast period

February 7, 1981 - February 6, 1982 Every Saturday 18:30-19:00

■Broadcasting station

Fuji TV Network

■Frequencies

half an hour

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 52

■Original Story

Tatsunoko Productions Planning Department

■ Director

Hiroshi Sasagawa

■ Production

Fuji Television, Tatsunoko Productions

■Works

©Tatsunoko Productions

■ Story

Princess Karen, who claims to be a descendant of the two from a thousand years in the future, visits Wataru and Koyomi, assistants at the Toyama Detective Agency. She asks them to help her search for the legendary bird Jujak, which is necessary to succeed her to the throne of the Nandara Kingdom. Meanwhile, Princess Milenjo's gang is also trying to capture Jujak in order to put her younger brother, Prince Komaro, on the throne. When Wataru finds himself in a pinch during the time-transcending battle for Jujak, he transforms into the righteous hero Yattdetaman. He boards the giant robot Daikyojin and fights to thwart Milenjo's ambitions.

■Explanation

The fifth film in the Time Bokan series. A sci-fi action comedy about two pairs of candidates for the throne of a future world who cross time and space to search for a legendary bird that will serve as proof of their status. This ambitious work is a bold departure from the rest of the series, further strengthening the element of a transforming hero story and introducing a giant humanoid robot that transforms and combines.

■Cast

・Toki Wataru/Sogabe Kazuyuki・Himedori Koyomi/Miura Masako・Princess Karen/Doi Mika・Daigoron/Yara Yusaku・Princess Milenjo/Ohara Noriko・Julie・Kokematsu/Yanagi Joji・Alan Skadon/Tatekabe Kazuya・Prince Komaro/Maruyama Yuko・Toyama Kingoro/Saka Osamu・Daikojin/Tanabe Hiroaki・Count Don Juan Juan/Yamamoto Masayuki・Narrator/Toyama Kei

■ Main staff

・Produced by Kenji Yoshida ・Original Story by Tatsunoko Productions Planning Department ・Planning by Shigeru Yanagawa and Tomoyuki Miyata ・Music by Masaaki Jimbo and Masayuki Yamamoto ・Directors: Nobuo Onuki (episodes 1-19), Hidehito Ueda (episodes 20-52)
・Literary director: Takao Koyama ・Opening animation: Susuke Takahashi ・Main characters: Yoshitaka Amano ・Mechanic design: Kunio Okawara ・Art styling: Kazuo Okada ・Producers: Ippei Kuri, Akira Inoue, Minoru Uchima ・General director: Hiroshi Sasagawa ・Production: Fuji Television, Tatsunoko Productions

■ Main Characters

・Toki Wataru (Yattodetaman)
An assistant at the Toyama Detective Agency. He is usually a timid and weak-willed young man, but when Koyomi and his friends are in trouble, he transforms into Yattdetaman.
Koyomi Himeguri is an assistant at the Toyama Detective Agency. She is strong-willed and strong. While she dominates the weak Wataru, she admires the Yattodetaman that Wataru transforms into.
Princess Karen A future heir to the throne from the Nandara Kingdom. A distant descendant of Wataru and Koyomi.
Princess Milenjo: A descendant of a fallen dynasty in the future. She is plotting to make her younger brother, Prince Komaro, the next king.
Julie Kokematsu: Princess Mirenjo's servant.
Alan Scadon: Princess Milenjo's servant.
-Prince Komaro, Princess Milenjo's younger brother.

■Subtitle

Episode 1: Must-see! A messenger from the future Episode 2: Princess Milenjo finds a lover Episode 3: A silver dog from an Edo tenement house?
・Episode 4: Resurrection! The Golden Reindeer ・Episode 5: The Egyptian Prince Komaro?
・Episode 6: I Found It! The Tree of Eternal Youth and Longevity ・Episode 7: The Great Sinking of Atlantis!
Episode 8: Nobunaga's sandals fly off!
Episode 9: The genius painter's model is a pigEpisode 10: The Kappa's robbery planEpisode 11: Seppuku! Millenjo gangEpisode 12: Jujak's acrobatic tricks in dangerEpisode 13: Here comes Jujak TenguEpisode 14: Kokematsu's tear bagsEpisode 15: The long-awaited paycheck finally comesEpisode 16: Chase after the mouse smeared with tearsEpisode 17: Tarzan in the year 3001Episode 18: Robinson's second time adriftEpisode 19: Treasure! The magic malletEpisode 20: Singing passionately! Don Juan JuanEpisode 21: Millenjo's magnificent transformationEpisode 22: Snow White after thatEpisode 23: The invisible demon mecha vs. DaikyojinEpisode 24: Jujak is a red roseEpisode 25: The great battle of the great horse godEpisode 26: Fireworks of love! The Count vs. Hikaru Genji・Episode 27: Self-Destruct! The Four Villains of the Himalayas・Episode 28: Pigs Fall from the Sky・Episode 29: The Gift Santa Receives・Episode 30: A Mysterious Shadow in Jujak's Shadow・Episode 31: A Big Lie! Ode to the Great Horse God・Episode 32: Wataru Transforms into a Turtle・Episode 33: The Count in Jujak's Shadow・Episode 34: Kokematsu Finally Asks to Retire・Episode 35: Did They Catch Jujak?
・Episode 36 / Altamira's Monkey Show ・Episode 37 / Critical condition! Kingoro in big trouble ・Episode 38 / Dynamite Bang Bang!
・Episode 39 / Electric Unadon Daikijin・Episode 40 / It's the 6th Anniversary! Live Broadcast・Episode 41 / Strange Candy House・Episode 42 / Mecha Ninpo vs Sarutobi Sasuke・Episode 43 / Princess Milenjo Rejuvenated・Episode 44 / Strong Enemy Mecha Zashiki Warashi・Episode 45 / Time LaCuda's Lost Path・Episode 46 / Let's Seduce Daruma-san・Episode 47 / Proposing to Count Koyomi・Episode 48 / Jujak in a Gourd・Episode 49 / Tyrant Nero vs Kingoro・Episode 50 / Doubt? Don Juan Juan・Episode 51 / Searching for the Last Jujak・Episode 52 / Revive! Nandara Kingdom

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Time Bokan Series Yattodetaman - The appeal of the battle for Jujak that transcends time and space

"Time Bokan Series Yattdetaman," the fifth installment of the Time Bokan series, aired from 1981 to 1982 and is an original anime produced by Tatsunoko Productions. The story begins with Princess Karen from the future visiting a modern-day detective agency to search for the legendary bird Jujak. Her goal is to inherit the throne of the Nandara Kingdom, and Jujak is essential for that. However, her younger brother, Prince Komaro, also wants Jujak, and together with Princess Milenjo's gang, they engage in a battle for it. This battle takes place across time and space, and when the main character Wataru finds himself in a pinch, he transforms into the righteous hero Yattdetaman and fights on the giant robot Daikyojin.

This work especially emphasizes the transforming hero element among the Time Bokan series, and newly introduced the elements of giant robots and transformation and fusion. This has allowed it to attract not only fans of the traditional Time Bokan series, but also fans of transforming heroes and robot anime. Also, by setting each episode in a different time and place, it continued to provide fresh surprises to viewers.

The appeal of the story

The story of "Yattodetaman" is based on a simple theme of the battle for Jujak, but the human drama and humor of the characters depicted within it enhance the appeal of the work. In particular, the relationship between Wataru and Koyomi, and the slapstick comedy of Princess Milenjo's gang are entertaining to viewers. Another big attraction is that each episode is set in a different time period and place, allowing viewers to learn about history and culture while having fun.

For example, in episode 8, "Nobunaga's Sandals Flew Away!", the story is set in Japan during the Warring States period, and Wataru and his friends search for Nobunaga's sandals. This episode conveys the fun of history to viewers by depicting a historical episode about Nobunaga in a humorous way. Also, in episode 22, "Snow White After That", the story of Snow White is re-told from a unique perspective, offering a new interpretation of the fairy tale. These episodes provide viewers with new perspectives and add depth to the work.

Character Appeal

Each character in "Yattetaman" is unique and charming. The main character, Wataru, is normally a timid and weak-willed young man, but when he gets into trouble he transforms into Yattetaman and his heroic fighting style captures the hearts of viewers. Koyomi is a strong-willed and physically powerful woman who bosses Wataru around, but is also portrayed as admiring the Yattetaman he transforms into. The relationship between these two characters resonates with viewers.

Meanwhile, Princess Milenjo's gang is also full of fascinating characters. Princess Milenjo is after Jujak to put her brother, Prince Komaro, on the throne, and the slapstick comedy that ensues along the way is entertaining to viewers. Julie Kokematsu and Alan Skadon are portrayed as Princess Milenjo's attendants, supporting her ambitions but also making comical mistakes at times. The individuality and humor of these characters add to the appeal of "Yattodetaman."

The appeal of mechanical design

In "Yattodetaman," the design of the giant robot Daikyoshin is particularly noteworthy. Daikyoshin is the robot that Wataru rides when he transforms into Yattodetaman, and was designed by Kunio Okawara. Kunio Okawara is a mechanical designer who has worked on many robot anime, and the Daikyoshin he designed combines strength and beauty. Daikyoshin also incorporates the element of transformation and fusion, which provided new surprises for viewers.

The mecha used by Princess Milenjo's crew are also unique, and different mecha appear in each episode, providing viewers with fresh surprises. These mecha designs enrich the worldview of the work and stimulate the imagination of the viewers.

The appeal of music

The music for "Yattodetaman" was composed by Masaaki Jinbo and Masayuki Yamamoto. The opening theme "Yattodetaman" features a light rhythm and catchy melody that will capture the hearts of viewers. The ending theme "Jujak no Uta" also has a beautiful melody and impressive lyrics that enhance the worldview of the work. These pieces of music are important elements that allow viewers to enjoy the work more deeply.

Comparison with related works

"Yattodetaman" is positioned as a part of the Time Bokan series, and is a work that particularly emphasizes the transforming hero element. Compared to other works in the series, "Yattodetaman" was able to attract a wider audience by incorporating the elements of giant robots and transformation and fusion. Another major feature is that each episode is set in a different time and place, continuing to provide fresh surprises to viewers.

For example, "Time Bokan Series Yatterman" is the first work in the Time Bokan series, and depicts the battle against Skull Beanie's gang. Compared to "Yattdetaman," "Yatterman" emphasizes more comical elements and places importance on making the audience laugh. On the other hand, "Yattdetaman" is a work that emphasizes more action elements with the appearance of transforming hero elements and giant robots. These differences highlight the diversity of the series as a whole.

Recommendation to viewers

"Time Bokan Series Yattodetaman" is a recommended work not only for fans of the Time Bokan series, but also for fans of transforming heroes and robot anime. Based on the simple theme of the battle for Jujak, each episode is set in a different time and place, continuing to provide viewers with fresh surprises. The work's appeal is diverse, including the human drama and humor of its unique characters, beautiful mechanical designs, and catchy music. The combination of these elements allows "Yattodetaman" to provide viewers with deep emotion and enjoyment.

It is especially recommended for those who are interested in history and culture. Each episode is set in a different time period and place, allowing viewers to learn about history and culture while having fun. It is also recommended for those who like transforming heroes and robot anime. The sight of Wataru transforming into Yattdetaman and riding the Giant God to fight provides viewers with new surprises and excitement. The combination of these elements has made Yattdetaman a work that is loved by a wide range of viewers.

"Time Bokan Series Yattdetaman" is a work that particularly emphasizes the transforming hero element among the Time Bokan series, and its appeal is wide-ranging. Based on the simple theme of the battle for Jujak, each episode is set in a different time and place, continuing to provide viewers with fresh surprises. The work's appeal is wide-ranging, including the human drama and humor of its unique characters, beautiful mechanical design, and catchy music. The combination of these elements makes "Yattdetaman" deeply moving and entertaining to viewers. Be sure to give it a watch.