Bikkuriman: The Treasure of the Muen Zone - A deep review of the fascinating story and characters

Bikkuriman: The Treasure of the Muen Zone - A deep review of the fascinating story and characters

Bikkuriman: The Treasure of the Muen Zone - Movie reviews and details

overview

Released on July 23, 1988, "Bikkuriman: The Treasure of the Muen Zone" is a theatrical animation film set in the world of Bikkuriman. This work is a 45-minute short film produced by Toei Animation and distributed by Toei, and directed by Junichi Sato. The original story is by Hango Shiro, and the anime has an original story.

story

"Bikkuriman: The Treasure of the Muen Zone" depicts the adventures of the Bikkuriman characters as they venture into the unknown realm of the Muen Zone. The story follows Bikkuriman and his friends as they enter the Muen Zone in search of new treasure and overcome the many challenges that await them there. The Muen Zone is a particularly mysterious and dangerous place in the world of Bikkuriman, and courage and wisdom are required to obtain the treasure.

character

Many of the main characters from Bikkuriman appear in this movie. The main characters are introduced below.

  • Suzuki Tomiko - One of the main characters of Bikkuriman, she is a brave and righteous character.
  • Keiko Yamamoto - A companion on adventures with Tomiko Suzuki, she overcomes difficulties with wisdom and courage.
  • Yamada Eiko - A character who accompanies the companions on their journey to find the treasure in the Muen Zone, and supports them.
  • Maruo Tomoko - A character who rises to the challenges of the No-Kin Zone and has a strong will.
  • Tobita Nobuo - A character who takes part in the adventure to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, and fights alongside his companions.
  • Yanagi Norishige - A character who accompanies the companions on their journey to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, guiding them.
  • Ichiro Nagai - A character who takes part in the adventure to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, and fights alongside his companions.
  • Takato Yasuhiro - A character who accompanies the companions on their journey to find the treasure in the Muen Zone, and supports them.
  • Emori Hiroko - A character who rises to the challenges of the No-Kin Zone, she has a strong will.
  • Takeshi Aono - A character who takes part in the adventure to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, and fights alongside his companions.
  • Takagi Hitoshi - A character who accompanies the companions on their journey to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, guiding them.
  • Tominaga Mina - A character who takes part in the adventure to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, and fights alongside her companions.
  • Toya Kouji - A character who accompanies the companions on their journey to find the treasure in the Muen Zone, and supports them.
  • Sawaki Ikuya - A character who rises to the challenges of the No-Kin Zone and has a strong will.
  • Yada Koji - A character who takes part in the adventure to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, and fights alongside his companions.
  • Nao Tatsuta - A character who accompanies the companions on their journey to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, guiding them.
  • Tanaka Kazumi - A character who takes part in the adventure to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, and fights alongside his companions.
  • Masaharu Sato - A character who accompanies the companions on their journey to find the treasure in the Muen Zone, and supports them.
  • Takemura Taku - A character who rises to the challenges of the No-Relations Zone and has a strong will.
  • Masaya Taki - A character who takes part in the adventure to find the treasure in the Muen Zone, and fights alongside his companions.
  • Aoba Miyoko - A character who accompanies the companions on their journey to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, guiding them.
  • Masako Kato - A character who takes part in the adventure to find the treasure in the Muen Zone, and fights alongside her companions.
  • Sato Chie - A character who accompanies the companions on their journey to find the treasure in the Muen Zone, and supports them.
  • Mami Matsui - A character who rises to the challenges of the Muen Zone and has a strong will.
  • Kanamaru Hinako - A character who takes part in the adventure to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, and fights alongside her companions.
  • Kobayashi Michitaka - A character who accompanies the companions on their journey to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, guiding them.
  • Aoni Pro - A character who takes part in the adventure to find the treasure of the Muen Zone, and fights alongside his companions.

staff

Many talented staff members were involved in the production of "Bikkuriman: The Treasure of the Muen Zone." The main staff members are listed below.

  • Produced by Toei Animation, Tomonori Imada, Saburo Yokoi
  • Distributor : Toei
  • Director : Junichi Sato
  • Animation Director : Mitsuru Aoyama
  • Planning : Yasuo Yamaguchi
  • Original story : Hango Shiro (serialized in Shogakukan's "Youchien", "Gakushu Youchien" and "Terebi-kun")
  • Screenplay : Yuhiro Tomita
  • Photography : Masahide Okino, Shoichi Komuro, Naoto Fujikura, Ryuichi, Makoto Ito, Tomoki Ishizuka, Inako Shimotochidana
  • Art : Urata Mataji, Sugimoto Ryuichi
  • Edited by Koichi Katagiri
  • Music : Takanori Arisawa, Yumi Yoshimoto, Yukihide Takekawa, Jiro Kobashi
  • Recording : Nobuaki Ikegami, Michihiro Ito

Visuals and animation

The visuals of "Bikkuriman: The Treasure of the Muen Zone" faithfully recreate the world of Bikkuriman while depicting a new realm known as the Muen Zone, enhancing its visual appeal. The beautiful character designs by animation director Mitsuru Aoyama and the mysterious backdrop of the Muen Zone heighten the tension and sense of adventure in the story. Director Junichi Sato's direction also meticulously depicts the emotions and actions of the characters, drawing the viewer into the story.

music

The music was created by talented composers such as Takanori Arisawa, Yumi Yoshimoto, Yukihide Takekawa, and Jiro Kobashi. The background music that heightens the tension of the adventure and the melodies that portray the characters' feelings contribute greatly to the progression of the story. Yukihide Takekawa's music in particular deepens the worldview of Bikkuriman and stirs the emotions of the viewer.

Evaluation and impact

"Bikkuriman: The Treasure of the Muen Zone" has been highly praised by Bikkuriman fans, especially for its new setting of the Muen Zone and the character development. The film also expanded the world of Bikkuriman and had a major impact on subsequent series. The adventure to find the treasure of the Muen Zone added new appeal to the Bikkuriman story and left a strong impression on viewers.

Recommendation

"Bikkuriman: The Treasure of the Muen Zone" is recommended not only for fans of Bikkuriman, but also for those who like animation and adventure stories. This work depicts the courage, friendship, and growth of the characters who search for the treasure of the Muen Zone, and will provide viewers with excitement and emotion. Also, do not miss the beauty of the visuals and music. Please watch this movie and experience Bikkuriman's new adventure.

More Information

■ Public Media
theater
■ Original Media
Anime Original
■ Release date
July 23, 1988 - January 1, 0000
■Distribution company
Toei
■Frequencies
45 min
■ Number of Episodes
Episode 1
■Original Story
Anti-Goshiro
■ Director
Junichi Sato
■ Production
Toei Animation
■Cast

・Suzuki Tomiko, Yamamoto Keiko, Yamada Eiko, Maruo Tomoko, Tobita Nobuo, Yanami Noriyoshi, Nagai Ichiro, Takato Yasuhiro, Emori Hiroko, Aono Takeshi, Takagi Hitoshi, Tominaga Mina, Toya Koji, Sawaki Ikuya, Yada Koji, Tatsuta Nao, Tanaka Kazumi, Sato Masaharu, Takemura Taku, Taki Masaya, Aoba Miyoko, Kato Masako, Sato Chie, Matsui Mami, Kanamaru Hinako, Kobayashi Michitaka, and Aoni Pro

■ Main staff

・Produced by Toei Animation ・Distributed by Toei ・Director: Junichi Sato ・Chief animation director: Mitsuru Aoyama ・Produced by Tomonori Imada, Saburo Yokoi ・Planning by Yasuo Yamaguchi ・Original story by Shiro Hango (serialized in Shogakukan's "Youchien", "Gakushu Youchien" and "Terebi-kun")
・Screenplay: Sukehiro Tomita ・Cinematography: Masahide Okino, Shoichi Komuro, Naoto Fujikura, Ryuichi, Makoto Ito, Tomoki Ishizuka, Inako Shimotochidana ・Art: Mataji Urata, Ryuichi Sugimoto ・Editing: Koichi Katagiri ・Music: Takanori Arisawa, Yumi Yoshimoto, Yukihide Takekawa, Jiro Kobashi ・Sound: Nobuaki Ikegami, Michihiro Ito

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