Go! Space Battleship Yamamoto Yoko II - A thorough review of the passionate action and moving story

The appeal and evaluation of "Let's Go! Space Battleship Yamamoto Yoko II"

"Let's Go! Space Battleship Yamamoto Yoko II" was released as an OVA in 1997 and is based on a light novel by Taku Shoji and Takashi Akaishizawa published by Fujimi Fantasia Bunko. The work was released by King Records, directed by Akiyuki Shinbo, and produced by Tee-Up and JCSTAFF. The work has been highly praised by fans for its short but dense storyline, consisting of three episodes, each 30 minutes long.

Story and Characters

"Let's Go! Space Battleship Yamamoto Yoko II" is a story about the crew of the space battleship "Yamamoto Yoko" led by the main character, Yamamoto Yoko (voice: Takayama Minami), who grows as they fight various enemies. Yoko is a brave and leadership-rich character, and she is surrounded by a group of unique companions. Each character, such as Mido Madoka (voice: Hayashibara Megumi), Hakuhoin Ayano Elizabeth (voice: Miyamura Yuko), and Matsumiya Momiji (voice: Niyama Shiho), has their own background and adds excitement to the story.

The enemy characters are also fascinating, with unique characters such as Curtis Lawson (voice: Matsumoto Yasunori), Zena Lion (voice: Katsuki Masako), and Rouge (voice: Tamagawa Sakiko). Through their battles and interactions with them, Yoko and her friends grow and deepen their bonds.

Production and staff

The director of this work, Akiyuki Shinbo, is an animator known for his unique direction and beautiful visuals. His direction is particularly outstanding in the depiction of battle scenes and character expressions, greatly enhancing the visual appeal. The teamwork between character designer Kazuto Nakazawa and mechanical designers Masashi Ishihama, Kenichi Hamasaki, and Masahiro Ando is also excellent, with the character and mechanical designs working together to liven up the story.

The music is also one of the attractions of this work, and the background music created by Kazuhiko Toyama and Takeo Suzuki plays an important role in livening up the tense battle scenes and moving scenes. With the cooperation of Aoi Studio, a techno sound and recording studio in charge of sound production, high quality is maintained in terms of sound as well.

Episodes and subtitles

The series is made up of three episodes, each with a subtitle:

• STAGE:1/Midsummer Challenger (released August 6, 1997)
• STAGE:2 / Legendary Nightmare (released October 3, 1997)
• STAGE:3/Sakuratsukiyo no Cinderella (released December 22, 1997)

Each episode depicts the process of Yoko and her friends facing new enemies and overcoming difficulties. In particular, "Legendary Nightmare" features a memorable scene in which Yoko and her friends face past trauma, giving a sense of character depth. In "Cinderella of the Cherry Blossom Moonlight," Yoko and her friends' bonds are put to the test, while a moving conclusion awaits.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Let's Go! Space Battleship Yamamoto Yoko II" is a work that combines a short but dense story, attractive characters, and Akiyuki Shinbo's unique direction. In particular, the intensity of the battle scenes and the way the characters grow are depicted set it apart from other OVA works. The music and sound are also of high quality, making it a work that can be enjoyed both visually and aurally.

This work is recommended not only for those who like space battleships and action, but also for those who want to enjoy character growth and human drama. In particular, the scenes depicting the bond and growth of Yoko and her friends are moving, and you will find something new no matter how many times you watch it. Also, for fans of Akiyuki Shinbo, this is a valuable work in which you can enjoy his direction.

Additional Information and Recommended Content

The original novel of "Let's Go! Space Battleship Yamamoto Yoko II" was published by Fujimi Fantasia Bunko, and you can enjoy a deeper world view by reading the original novel. In addition, other works directed by Akiyuki Shinbo, such as "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" and "Bakemonogatari", are also recommended. In these works, you can feel Akiyuki Shinbo's unique direction and the depth of the characters.

Furthermore, for those who like space battleships, we also recommend classic works such as "Space Battleship Yamato" and "Legend of the Galactic Heroes." These works allow you to feel the history of space battleship anime and enjoy the grand storylines and charm of the characters.

Finally, "Let's Go! Space Battleship Yamamoto Yoko II" is a wonderful work that combines a dense story, attractive characters, and Akiyuki Shinbo's unique direction, even though it is a short OVA. Please give it a watch.