The appeal and reviews of "TOKYO TRIBE 2": An anime depicting the evolution of street culture

"TOKYO TRIBE 2": The intersection of street culture and youth

"TOKYO TRIBE 2" is a TV anime series based on the manga of the same name by Santa Inoue, and was broadcast on WOWOW from November 11, 2006 to February 17, 2007. It is a 13-episode, 30-minute episode, depicting the conflict between street culture and youth. This anime realistically portrays the decadence of modern society and the lifestyles of young people, leaving a strong impression on many viewers.

story

The setting of "TOKYO TRIBE 2" is a "Tokyo" different from the "Tokyo" we know. In this world, various tribes exist, and each of them controls the city. The protagonist, Kai Deguchi, is a member of the tribe "SARU" in Musashinokuni. One day, a member of SARU is brutally murdered in Bukuro, and the conflict with his former best friend Mera, who is now the leader of the tribe "WU-RONZ" in Bukuro, intensifies. With the woman Sunmi, who holds the key to the conflict between the two, and other tribes also getting involved, Tokyo becomes a battlefield.

As the friendship between Umi and Mera turns into war, a new legend of the town is born. The story unfolds with friendship, betrayal, and the fight for survival intertwined, providing viewers with deep emotions and excitement.

Commentary

"TOKYO TRIBE 2" is based on the serialization of Santa Inoue's popular street fashion magazine "BOON". The original work was serialized for nine years from 1998, depicting the daily lives of young people living in the city and the dark side of decadent young people living in modern society. This anime faithfully reproduces the worldview of the original work, while further deepening it with the expressive power unique to anime.

The conflict between Umi and Mera is not merely a personal dispute, but develops into a tribal conflict, leading to a large-scale riot that engulfs the entire city of Tokyo. The story depicts the journey of Umi and Mera as they search for the day when they can understand each other again amidst the seemingly endless struggle. Set against the backdrop of street culture, this work conveys a powerful message to viewers by realistically depicting the conflicts and growth of young people.

cast

The cast of "TOKYO TRIBE 2" is as follows:

• Sea: Daisuke Namikawa
• Mela: Kenta Miyake
• Skunk: Abs Zennosuke
• Sunmi: Kobayashi Yu
• Hashem: Higo Makoto
• Secretary General: Hirotaka Mizushima
• Bubba: Daisuke Gori
• Rock: Yasushi Ishii
• Jadakins: Takashi Matsuyama

The voice actors who play each character bring out their individuality to the fullest, adding excitement to the story. In particular, the performances of Daisuke Namikawa as Umi and Kenta Miyake as Mera left a strong impression on viewers.

Main Staff

The following people are involved in the production of "TOKYO TRIBE 2":

• Original story: Santa Inoue (published by Shodensha)
• Director, series composition, scriptwriter: Tatsuo Sato
• Assistant Directors: Mitsuyuki Masuhara, Takuji Endo
• Character design: Masahiro Emoto
• Chief animation director: Cindy H. Yamauchi
• Art director: Koji Eto
• Art setting: Chie Minakami
• Color design: Yoshinori Horikawa
• Director of photography: Seiichi Morishita, Yohei Konishi
• Offline editing: Shigeru Nishiyama
• Sound Director: Kazuya Tanaka
• Music: MURO, Tsuyoshi Yanagawa
• Visual concept: Masahiko Suzuki
• Effects: Takuya Hasegawa
• Mixer: Akira Noguchi
• Edited by: Shigeru Nishiyama
• Executive Producers: Taichi Murata, Masao Toyoshima, Junro Minezaki, Takuo Minegishi, Jungo Maruta
• Producers: Yuji Kamimai, Yoshinobu Sato, Atsuhito Isoda, Hiroyuki Kitaura, Minoru Ohno, Yasuyo Ogisu, Yukiko Futakata, and Fumito Hara
• Animation producer: Masao Morosawa
• Animation Production: Madhouse
• Produced by: "TOKYO TRIBE2" Film Partners

These staff members worked together to create the world of "TOKYO TRIBE 2." In particular, director Tatsuo Sato thoroughly pursued how to express the worldview of the original work in anime, maintaining an exquisite balance between visual impact and storytelling. Madhouse's animation production was also highly praised, with the character designs and art settings enhancing the story.

Main Characters

The main characters in TOKYO TRIBE 2 are:

• Kai: The leader of SARU. He was best friends with Mera.
• Mela: The boss of WU-RONZ. He left Musashinokuni and came to Bukuro.
• Skunk: Mera's lover. He is actually very ambitious.
• Sunmi: A mysterious beauty picked up by Mera.
• Hasheem: Kai's best friend. A fun-loving mood maker.
• Secretary General: A newcomer who recently joined SARU.
• Bubba: A mysterious fixer who controls Bukuro behind the scenes.
• Iwao: The boss of HANDS. He has a deep connection with SARU.
• Jadakins: An assassin sent by Wongkong.

These characters have their own backgrounds and personalities that enrich the story. In particular, the relationship between Umi and Mera is at the heart of the story, and their growth and change deeply moves the audience.

subtitle

The subtitles for each episode of "TOKYO TRIBE 2" are as follows:

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The subtitles for each episode are based on music track numbers, emphasizing the street culture atmosphere. Each episode has a different theme and plot, drawing viewers in.

Theme songs and music

The theme songs and music for "TOKYO TRIBE 2" are as follows:

Opening Theme

• Song title: TOP OF TOKYO
• Lyrics: H.Kimura, T.Hiraguri, H.Kon
• Composer: H.Kon
• Sung by: ILLMATIC BUDDHA MC's

Ending Theme

• Song name: TT2 Ending Song
• Lyrics: M.Koshima, Y.Matumoto, S.Matumoto
• Composer: M.Koshima, Y.Matumoto, S.Matumoto
• Sung by: Scha Dara Parr

The opening theme "TOP OF TOKYO" features a powerful rap by ILLMATIC BUDDHA MC's, evoking the energy of street culture. Meanwhile, the ending theme "TT2 Owari no Uta" features Scha Dara Parr's unique rhythm and lyrics that symbolize the end of the story, leaving viewers with a deep impression. These songs are important elements that add to the atmosphere of the story.

Ratings and Recommendations

"TOKYO TRIBE 2" has been highly praised as a work that depicts the conflict between street culture and youth. It has been especially praised for faithfully recreating the worldview of the original work while deepening it with the expressiveness that only anime can offer. In addition, the personalities and relationships of the characters are portrayed realistically, evoking strong empathy from viewers.

This work is recommended for those who are interested in street culture and those who like stories depicting the conflicts of youth. In particular, it is a must-see for those who enjoy dramas of friendship and betrayal. In addition, this anime, which is filled with the essence of street culture, will be attractive to those who are sensitive to music and fashion.

"TOKYO TRIBE 2" is a work that combines visual impact with deep storytelling, leaving a strong impression on the viewer. If you want to experience the energy of street culture and the drama of youth, you should definitely watch this anime.