EXAM-RAI -Roppongi Jigokujo Chapter- Review: A fusion of innovative story and visuals

Comprehensive evaluation and recommendation of Examrai -Roppongi Hell Castle Chapter-

Overview

"EXAMURA-ROPPONGI JIGOKYO NO STORY" is an original anime work released as an OVA in 2008, created by EXILE members HIRO and Matsuda Makoto. The story is set in a devastated future Japan and follows the exploits of the wandering samurai group "EXAMURA-RI". Each episode is 33 minutes long and self-contained, and was released by Avex Entertainment.

story

Set in the year 2058, in a future Japan destroyed by war, the story depicts people living in a wounded and distorted world. The seven Examurai are warriors who fight to protect love, dreams, and happiness, and there is a legend that those who meet them will always find happiness. However, an evil shadow approaches them, and a fierce battle begins. This story depicts how the Examurai will carve out a future amid a mix of hope and despair.

character

The members of EXILE are voiced by EXILE members, and each character has their own unique personality. The main characters are introduced below.

• HIRO - Voiced by: Goro Kishitani
• ATSUSHI - Voiced by: Masato Hagiwara
• TAKAHIRO - Voiced by: Hiroki Narimiya
• MATSU - Voice: MATSU (EXILE)
• USA - Voice: USA (EXILE)
• MAKIDAI - Voice: MAKIDAI (EXILE)
• AKIRA - Voice: AKIRA (EXILE)

Production Staff

The production of this work involves many talented staff members. The directors are Abe Yuichi and Shimazu Hiroyuki, the character designer is Awa Patrick Toru, the character designer is Ito Nobutaka, the sub-character designer is Toda Mai, and the action coordinator is Karasawa Isao. The music director is Harada Ken, the animation directors are Kane Noriyuki, Sato Keiichi, and Nishimura Takayo, and the art director is Sakai Keita. The animation is produced by DR MOVIE, produced by Nelke Pictures and CoMix Wave Film, and produced by Avex Entertainment, LDH, and Nelke Planning.

music

Many of the songs in "EXILE" are used in the music for "EXILE: Roppongi Jigokujo no Shou", which adds to the atmosphere of the film. The main songs are introduced below.

• OP1 - Touch The Sky feat. Bach Logic (Lyrics: STY, Bach Logic, Composition: Bach Logic, STY, Singer: EXILE)
• ED1 - Eastern Boyz 'N Eastern Girlz (Lyrics: michico, Composition: T-Kura, michico, Sung by EXILE)
• IN1 - New Jack Swing (Lyrics: LLBROTHERS, michico, Composition: T-Kura, LLBROTHERS, michico, Sung by EXILE)
• IN2 - DANCER'S ANTHEM (Inst.) (Composer: Ken Harada)
• IN3 - 24karats -type EX- / Sowelu, EXILE, DOBERMAN INC (Lyrics: STY, P-CHO, GS, TOMOGEN, KUBO-C, Composition: Bach Logic, STY, Singer: EXILE)
• IN4 - EVOLUTION (Remix) (Lyrics: michico, Composition: T.Kura, michico, Sung by EXILE)
• IN5 - One love (Lyrics: Ken Harada, Music: ATSUSHI, Sung by EXILE)

Ratings and Recommendations

"EXILE -Roppongi Jigokujo no Shou-" is a work with a unique worldview that combines the members of EXILE and their music. Set in a devastated future Japan, the story of hope and despair intertwines through the exploits of EXILE leaves a strong impression on viewers. In addition, EXILE's music is used effectively, and the synergy between the music and the visuals enhances the appeal of the work.

The strength of this work is that members of EXILE participated as voice actors. Their voices are integrated with the characters, making it easier for viewers to empathize with the battles of EXILE. In addition, under the musical direction of Ken Harada, EXILE's music plays a role in livening up the story. In particular, the opening theme "Touch The Sky feat. Bach Logic" is a powerful song that symbolizes the theme of the work and draws viewers in.

On the other hand, because the story needs to be concluded within the short time of 33 minutes, there is a lack of detailed descriptions of the characters' backgrounds and the worldview. However, this brevity also has the effect of increasing the tension of the work and leaving a strong impact on the viewer.

The recommended audience is EXILE fans and people who are looking for new entertainment that combines music and animation. It is also recommended for people who like short anime and people who are interested in science fiction works set in the future of Japan. In particular, it is a must-watch for people who want to experience fierce battle scenes and a moving story while enjoying EXILE's music.

Related Titles

A related work to "EXAMURA-Roppongi Jigokujo no Shou" is "EXAMURA-Roppongi Jigokujo no Shou". This is also a work that combines EXILE members and music, so if you're interested, be sure to check it out.

Conclusion

"EXILE -Roppongi Jigokujo no Shou-" is a work with a unique worldview that fuses the members of EXILE and their music, and features a fierce battle and moving story set in a devastated future Japan. Highly recommended for EXILE fans and those looking for new entertainment in music and anime. The story, told in a short time frame, will leave a strong impact on the viewer and provide an unforgettable experience.