Tsubasa: Tokyo Revelations - A thorough review of the fascinating story and character depth

Tsubasa Tokyo Revelations - Comprehensive review and recommendation

Overview

"Tsubasa: Tokyo Revelations" is an OVA series based on the popular manga "Tsubasa Chronicle" by CLAMP. A total of three episodes were released between November 16, 2007 and March 17, 2008. This OVA was included with the Kodansha Comics "Tsubasa Volumes 21-23 Limited Edition (with DVD)" and has become a special collection item for fans.

Published and original media

This work was released as an OVA and is based on a manga by CLAMP. The OVA is made up of three 30-minute episodes, each with a deep story and beautiful visuals.

Release date and sales information

Tsubasa: Tokyo Revelations was first released on November 16, 2007, with subsequent episodes released on January 17 and March 17, 2008. It is published and distributed by Kodansha Co., Ltd.

Directed and produced

The film was directed by Shunsuke Tada and animated by Production IG. It faithfully reproduces CLAMP's unique worldview while successfully telling the story from a new perspective.

cast

The main characters are voiced by:

• Syaoran: Miyu Irino
• Sakura: Yui Makino
• Black Steel: Toru Inada
• Fai: Daisuke Namikawa
• Mokona: Mika Kikuchi
• Yuuko: Sayaka Ohara
• The truth behind the seal: Yuji Kishi
• Guardian Blade: Endo Aya
• Kusanagi: Kenta Miyake
• Princess Hayate: Chiba Saeko
• Mist Moon: Minami Takayama
• Fang Akira: Mitsuki Saiga
• Naoto: Minami Takayama
• Player: Tokuai Kawashima
• Kamui: Mamoru Miyano
• Subaru: Hiro Shimono
• Starfire: Sanae Kobayashi
• Flying King: Kazuhiro Nakata

Main Staff

The main staff are as follows:

• Original author: CLAMP
• Director: Shunsuke Tada
• Screenplay: Okawa Hima (CLAMP)
• Character design: Yoko Kikuchi
• Prop design: Kazunori Akikawa
• Monster design: Keigo Sasaki
• Color design: Yuko Tsumori
• Art director: Masanobu Nomura
• Art setting: Tomoyasu Fujise
• Art: Biho
• Director of photography: Hiroji Tanaka
• 3D Director: Makoto Endo
• Music: Yuki Kajiura
• Sound Director: Masafumi Mima
• Sound Production: Techno Sound
• Animation production: Production IG

subtitle

The subtitles of each episode are as follows:

• Episode 1: The Magician's Message (November 16, 2007)
• Episode 2: The Boy's Right Eye (January 17, 2008)
• Episode 3: The Princess' Dream (March 17, 2008)

Related Titles

Tsubasa: Tokyo Revelations is related to the following titles:

• Tsubasa Chronicle 1st Season
• Tsubasa Chronicle 2nd Season
• Tsubasa Chronicle: The Princess of the Birdcage Kingdom
• Tsubasa: Spring Thunder Chronicles
• xxxHOLiC
• xxxHOLiC Continuation
• xxxHOLiC The Movie: A Midsummer Night's Dream
• xxxHOLiC Spring Dream Chronicle
• xxxHOLiC Cage
• xxxHOLiC Cage Adayume
• Kobato

Theme songs and music

The opening and ending themes are as follows:

• OP1: synchronicity
• Lyricist: Yuki Kajiura
• Composer: Yuki Kajiura
• Arrangement: Yuki Kajiura
• Vocals: Yui Makino
• ED1: The Last Fruit
• Lyricist: Maaya Sakamoto
• Composer: Shoko Suzuki
• Arrangement: Saito Neko
• Vocals: Maaya Sakamoto

Story and Characters

Tsubasa: Tokyo Revelations follows the adventures of the protagonists Syaoran and Sakura as they travel to another world to recover Sakura's lost memories. This OVA focuses on episodes set in Tokyo, further emphasizing the deep themes of the original work.

Syaoran is a boy with a strong will and fighting ability, who struggles to restore Sakura's memories. Sakura is a kind and innocent girl, and her memories are at the center of the story. Other companions, such as Kurogane, Fai, and Mokona, also play important roles, and each character's background and growth are depicted.

Visuals and Music

The animation by Production IG faithfully recreates CLAMP's distinctive art style, with character design by Yoko Kikuchi and color design by Yuko Tsumori. The background art is beautiful and the depiction of Tokyo as an otherworldly setting is impressive.

The music was composed by Yuki Kajiura, whose beautiful melodies enhance the atmosphere of the story. In particular, the opening theme "synchronicity" and the ending theme "Saigo no Kajitsu" are important elements that symbolize the theme of the work.

Ratings and Recommendations

"Tsubasa: Tokyo Revelations" is a must-see for fans of the original work, and the OVA format allows you to enjoy a deep story and beautiful visuals. The episodes set in Tokyo in particular expand the worldview of the original work and allow you to enjoy the story from a new perspective.

This work is recommended not only for CLAMP fans, but for anyone who loves anime and fantasy otherworldly worlds. The depth of the story, the character development, and the beautiful visuals and music combine to make this OVA a work you'll want to watch over and over again.

Additional Information and Recommended Content

Below you'll find additional information and recommended content to help you enjoy Tsubasa: Tokyo Revelations even more.

Original manga

The original manga of "Tsubasa Chronicle" is a magnificent story of 28 volumes by CLAMP. You can learn episodes and character backgrounds that are not depicted in the OVA, so be sure to read the original manga after enjoying the OVA.

Related Anime

The first and second seasons of "Tsubasa Chronicle" tell the story from a different perspective than the OVA. In particular, the first season depicts the adventure that begins with the encounter between Syaoran and Sakura, and includes an episode that is important for understanding the OVA. The movie version of "Tsubasa Chronicle: The Princess of the Birdcage Country" is also not to be missed.

Related works: "xxxHOLiC"

Be sure to check out "xxxHOLiC," which is closely related to "Tsubasa Chronicle." "xxxHOLiC" is a story about the interactions between Watanuki Kimihiro and the mysterious beings that appear before him, and it features characters that are common to "Tsubasa Chronicle." By enjoying both works in parallel, you can experience a deeper worldview.

Soundtrack

I also recommend the soundtrack by Yuki Kajiura. It includes not only the music from the OVA but also the music from the original anime, which is perfect for recreating the atmosphere of the work. In particular, "Synchronicity" and "The Last Fruit" are important songs that symbolize the theme of the work, so be sure to listen to them.

Fan Art and Community

There are also many active fan art and communities for "Tsubasa Chronicle" and "Tsubasa: Tokyo Revelations." By interacting with other fans on social media and fan sites and discussing the series, you can gain a deeper understanding and enjoyment. In particular, there is a lot of great fan art posted on Pixiv and Twitter, so be sure to check them out.

Conclusion

"Tsubasa: Tokyo Revelations" is a fantastic OVA that delves deeply into the world of CLAMP. I recommend it not only to fans of the original work, but to anyone who loves anime and fantasy in other worlds. The depth of the story, the growth of the characters, and the beautiful visuals and music combine to make this a work that you will want to watch again and again. Be sure to enjoy the related works and soundtracks, and enjoy the magnificent world of CLAMP.