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FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster [Special] - A new variety show where nostalgia and newness intersect

"FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster [Special]", which aired on Fuji TV on July 7, 2005, is a new variety show that combines nostalgia and modernity, in which 1970s Sentai-style animation characters seriously investigate various "useless things". This show depicts the activities of "Diebuster", an organization formed to investigate and solve all mysteries in the universe, through "live-action verification VTR + animation".

■Broadcast information

"FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster [Special]" was broadcast on Fuji TV for 60 minutes from 25:58 to 26:58 on Wednesday, July 6, 2005. It was only broadcast once and was produced as a special program.

■Production Background

The animation for this show is handled by PD Tokyo, and the copyright is handled by Fuji Television and THE WORKS. The animation direction is handled by Kensaku Sakai, who also plans the show. The chief producer is Hiroyasu Shimizu, and the producers are Sachie Kane, Yasuyoshi Haruna, and Taichi Terauchi.

The concept of the show is that characters reminiscent of the 1970s Super Sentai heroes seriously investigate "useless things" from a modern perspective. This has resulted in the creation of a new type of variety show that is both nostalgic and new at the same time.

■Character Introduction

The members of "Daibuster" are the professor, Ryuji, Yurippe, Maru-san, and Junpei. Details of each character are as follows.

• Doctor : Head of the Japanese branch of the Earth Special Investigation Team. A leading researcher into Papyrus, an intelligent extraterrestrial life form that will arrive in 2025. His voice actor is Banjo Ginga.
• Ryuji : 25 years old. After graduating from Massachusetts Institute of Technology with top grades, he joined Diebuster and became the leader. His voice actor is Yoshiro Miura.
• Yurippe : 17 years old. A high school student attending a girls' high school attached to a certain famous university. She can speak 24 languages. She hasn't had a boyfriend for 17 years. Her voice actor is Saiki Miho.
• Maru-san : 29 years old. Born in Kagoshima Prefecture. After graduating from Yoyogi Animation College, he joined Diebuster. His favorite food is chicken. His voice actor is Naoki Imamura.
• Junpei : 10 years old. He was the leader of the kids at Chibikko House, but was scouted by the professor and enlisted in the Diebuster. His voice actor is Machiko Kawana.

■ Story and Content

"Diebuster" is an organization formed to investigate and explain various mysteries and phenomena. The show depicts the members seriously investigating "useless things." For example, they explain phenomena that are often overlooked in everyday life, such as totem poles and urban legends, in a scientific and humorous way.

The program is told by alternating between live-action verification footage and animation, allowing viewers to enjoy the real research results and the worldview of animation at the same time. Masaya Takatsuka also provides the narration, tightening up the entire program.

■Music

The opening theme "FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster" and the ending theme "Yuke! Diebuster" are both written by Kyo Nara, composed and arranged by Hiroyuki Kozu, and sung by TOMMY. These songs are important elements that liven up the atmosphere of the show.

■ Staff

Many staff members were involved in the production of "FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster [Special]". The directors were Yasuko Kikuchi and Toshifumi Obitsu, and the assistant directors were Daisuke Fujimoto, Hiroko Nagano, Shinichiro Oda, Natsumi Oka, Masaya Iwamoto, Kazuyuki Oe, Kazunari Sunada, and Mitsumasa Shiroyama. The composition was by Hiroyuki Ogawa, Ryoichi Sugihara, Takayuki Miyazaki, and Yoshifumi Hori, the direction was by Tatsuya Endo, the art production was by Yukio Inoue, the design of the fourth stage was by Tatsuhiko Shimoda (PLEX), the editing was by Shogo Kikuchi, the multi-audio was by Katsuhisa Oura, the sound effects were by Toshiyuki Izawa, the timekeeper was Katsuko Usui, and the orchestration was by Kentaro Shibuya. IMAGICA, Aoni Production, and AXL also participated in the project as collaborators.

■ Related works

"FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster [Special]" has the following related works:

• FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster
• FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster Package Version
• FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster On-Air Self-Censored Special Best Selection
• FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster Monthly Diebuster January to April Issue
• FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Die Buster Emergency Dispatch! Totem and other thorough investigations SP

■ Evaluation and impressions

"FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster [Special]" is highly acclaimed as a new variety show that combines nostalgia and newness. The characters reminiscent of the 1970s Sentai heroes and the content that seriously investigates "useless things" from a modern perspective gave viewers a fresh surprise. In addition, the combination of live-action verification VTR and animation makes it visually enjoyable.

In particular, the characters such as the professor, Ryuji, Yurippe, Maru-san, and Junpei have distinctive personalities that make them easy to relate to. The voice of the narrator, Masaya Takatsuka, is also an important element in creating the atmosphere of the show.

■Reasons for recommendation

"FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster [Special]" is recommended for viewers who want to enjoy both nostalgia and newness at the same time. It will bring back memories for the generation who know the Sentai heroes of the 1970s, and provide fresh surprises for the younger generation. In addition, the fusion of scientific research and humor makes it the perfect variety show for the whole family to enjoy.

Another attraction of the show is the music. The opening and ending themes, with TOMMY's powerful voice and the compositions and arrangements of Hiroyuki Kozu, enhance the atmosphere of the show. These songs are an important element in helping viewers enjoy the show even more.

■ Summary

"FNS Earth Special Investigation Team Diebuster [Special]" is a variety show with a new feel where nostalgia and newness intersect. The characters, reminiscent of the 1970s Sentai heroes, seriously investigate "useless things" from a modern perspective, providing viewers with a fresh surprise. In addition, the combination of live-action verification videos and animation, as well as the charming characters and music, are elements that make the show even more enjoyable. This show is recommended as a variety show that the whole family can enjoy.