The appeal and reviews of "Sakura Wars New York": A moving experience in a new setting

Sakura Wars New York: The story of the Kagekidan who protect the city of dreams and hope

Sakura Wars: New York was released as an OVA in 2007 and was jointly produced by Sega and Pony Canyon. It is based on the game Sakura Wars V: Farewell, My Lovely One by Hiroi Ouji, and the OVA is its sequel. Directed by Kimura Ryuichi and animated by AIC, it is made up of 6 episodes. Each episode is about 24 minutes long and follows the exploits of the New York Kagekidan Star Troupe as they battle new enemies in New York, the city of dreams and hope.

story

Shinjiro Ogawa, captain of the New York Kagekidan Star Troupe, and his comrades have finished their battle with Nobunaga and are preparing for the stage performance of "Cleopatra". However, a new enemy appears before them. Will the Star Troupe be able to protect New York and open the curtains on the play?

The story follows the New York Kagekidan members as they battle new enemies while deepening their bonds. Shinjiro's growth and the bond he shares with the members of the Star Troupe are vividly depicted through the performance of "Cleopatra."

character

The protagonist, Shinjiro Okawa, is the captain of the New York Kagekidan Star Troupe and a young naval lieutenant with the heart of a samurai. Originally from Japan, he excels in both the arts and martial arts, is straightforward and has a strong sense of responsibility. He naturally lends a helping hand to those around him, and has even performed on stage cross-dressing under the actress name Petit Mint.

Gemini Sunrise is a cheerful and energetic cowgirl from Texas. She learned swordsmanship from her master Mifune, and her skills are on par with Shinjiro's. She also has a strong admiration for Japanese culture and samurai, but she has a tendency to get lost in delusions.

Sagitta Weinberg is a talented lawyer who runs a law firm in the Harlem district of New York. She is courageous, brave, and confident, and believes in being independent. She has a calm judgment and a passionate drive, but she also has an unexpected side to her: she's not good at cleaning her room.

Licarita Aries is a bounty hunter from Mexico who uses a gold gun and a silver gun. Food is the most important thing to her, and even if she is angry, a piece of cake will make her happy. Her partner, the ferret "Noko", is also treated as emergency food, but she is a bright and cheerful girl who runs around New York.

Diana Caprice is a smiling, calming girl from Boston. She studied medicine at Boston University and came to New York as a medical intern. She enjoys spending time with the birds in the park and has a British disposition, loving Shakespeare's poetry.

Subaru Kujo is a solitary genius whose age, gender and everything else about him is shrouded in mystery. He comes from a family connected to the Japanese nobility. He is skilled in Noh and Japanese dance, and has genius talent in everything, but he also has a side to him that doesn't show his emotions. He is a former member of the European Star Troupe.

Main Robot Items

The spiritual armor "Star" used by the New York Kagekidan Star Troupe is equipped with a transformation mechanism not found in Koubu and other units, allowing it to transform from an air combat form (fighter) to a land combat form (humanoid). Each pilot has a different suit color and equipment, allowing them to fight using their individual characteristics.

subtitle

• Episode 1: Me & My Girl (2007/04/04)
• Episode 2: X…and The City (2007/04/04)
• Episode 3: On a Starry Night (2007/06/06)
• Episode 4: Mother, I Want to Sing! (2007/06/06)
• Episode 5: Forbidden Paradise (2007/08/01)
• Episode 6: From New York to Eternity (2007/08/01)

Related Titles

Sakura Wars: New York is related to the following:

• Sakura Wars: Cherry Blossoms
• Sakura Wars: Gouka Splendid
• Sakura Wars Motion Picture
• Sakura Wars Ecole de Paris
• Sakura Wars Le Nouveau Paris
• Sakura Wars New York

Theme songs and music

The opening theme, "Chijyo no Senshi" (Warriors on the Ground), was written by Hiroi Oji, composed by Tanaka Kouhei, arranged by Negishi Takayuki, and sung by the New York Kagekidan Star Troupe. There are three ending themes, as follows:

• Ending 1 "Taboo": Lyrics by Hiroi Oji, Music by Tanaka Kohei, Arrangement by Hamaguchi Shiro, Sung by Matsutani Kaya (Diana Caprice), Suganuma Hisayoshi (Okawa Shinjiro)
• ED2 "Before Dawn": Lyrics by Hiroi Oji, Composition by Tanaka Kohei, Arrangement by Tada Akifumi, Sung by Kobayashi Sanae (Gemini Sunrise), Saito Ayaka (Ricaritta Aries)
• ED3 "Poison from Cleopatra": Lyrics by Hiroi Oji, Music by Tanaka Kohei, Arrangement by Sawaguchi Kazuhiko, Sung by Minagawa Junko (Sagita Weinberg), Sonozaki Mie (Kujo Subaru)

Production Staff

Many talented staff members are involved in the production of Sakura Wars: New York. General producer is Hiroi Oji, director is Kimura Ryuichi, series composition is Akahori Satoru, character concept is Fujishima Kosuke, character design is Matsubara Hidenori, OVA character design and general animation director is Kitajima Nobuyuki, mechanical design is Akitaka Mika, OVA mechanical design is Murata Shunji, art director is Sugimoto Ayumi, color design is Onishi Mineyo, compositing director is Kato Tomoyoshi, editing is Miyama Shota, music is Tanaka Kouhei, sound director is Momose Keiichi, music production is IMAGINE, sound production is Mediarte, producers are Nakayama Masahiro and Fukui Takashi, 3DCG production is GONZO, 3DCG production cooperation is N-DESIGN, animation production is AIC, and production is handled by SEGA and Red Entertainment.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Sakura Wars: New York" is a long-awaited OVA for the Sakura Wars series, depicting what happens after the main game. Although it is a short series of only six episodes, the growth and bonds of each character are carefully depicted, and the story development draws viewers in. In particular, it has been praised for delving deeply into Ogawa Shinjiro's leadership and the relationships with the members of the Star Troupe that surround him. In addition, the high-quality animation that is unique to OVAs and the music by Tanaka Kohei help to liven up the story.

This work is recommended not only for fans of the Sakura Wars series, but also for those who want to enjoy a story that combines action and drama. In particular, the exploits of Shinjiro and his friends, set against the backdrop of New York, will provide viewers with new excitement and thrills. Furthermore, the battle scenes that highlight the individuality of each character and the heartwarming human drama are elements that can be enjoyed no matter how many times you watch it.

The attention to detail of the OVA production staff can be seen everywhere, with careful attention to detail in the character designs and mechanics. In particular, the transformation scene of the spiritual armor "Star" is worth watching, providing plenty of visual enjoyment.

Sakura Wars: New York is a must-see for fans of the series and a fascinating entertainment for new audiences. The story of the Kagekidan, set in New York, a city of dreams and hope, is sure to inspire and inspire viewers.