{"id":34734,"date":"2023-07-03T14:56:20","date_gmt":"2023-07-03T21:56:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ourstarblazers.com\/vault\/?p=34734"},"modified":"2023-12-11T21:59:34","modified_gmt":"2023-12-12T05:59:34","slug":"815a","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ourstarblazers.com\/vault\/815a\/","title":{"rendered":"Space Battleship Yamato 2205<\/em> Report 24"},"content":{"rendered":"

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June was about as lively as May (meaning not very much). On the other hand, live music was performed, the 2199<\/em> manga returned, a new game arrived with access for all, and we finally learned the fate of the long-rumored Star Blazers<\/em> movie. Here are all the deets…<\/p>\n

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June was about as lively as May (meaning not very much). On the other hand, live music was performed, the 2199<\/em> manga returned, a new game arrived with access for all, and we finally learned the fate of the long-rumored Star Blazers<\/em> movie. Here are all the deets…<\/p>\n

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June 2: Shinya Takahashi art auctions<\/h3>\n

It’s always nice to start a new month with a familiar face. “Classic Sasha” reappeared in seven new watercolors by her original designer Shinya Takahashi, sold on Yahoo Japan Auctions.<\/p>\n

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This was far from the first time; auction art by Takahashi first emerged in 2019 and has been popping up periodically ever since.<\/p>\n

Get a better look at this set here<\/a> and find more at these links: 2019 set<\/a> | 2020 set<\/a> | 2021 set<\/a> <\/p>\n


\nPhoto posted on Twitter by Walkon7<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

June 3: Leiji Matsumoto’s galactic funeral<\/h3>\n

After Leiji Matsumoto\u2019s passing in February 2023, his wife and daughter addressed his countless bereaved fans in Japan and around the world, announcing that in due time a public event would be held to give everyone an opportunity to grieve together. On June 3, they did so in grand style.<\/p>\n

See an extensive report on the event here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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June 7: 1\/350 Diecast Gimmick Model Vol. 220<\/h3>\n

The first volume of Hyuga<\/em> parts for June consisted of the “elevator protector” for the starboard side of the ship. More specifically, it’s the hatch covering for the elevator that lifts fighters from the internal hanger to the upper flight deck.<\/p>\n

See Hachette’s instruction video here<\/a><\/p>\n

See an unboxing video here<\/a><\/p>\n

See a modeler’s blog here<\/a><\/p>\n

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June 11: Organ recital<\/h3>\n

Organist Yuka Ishimaru has been a key performer in the Yamato & Villains<\/em> concerts that Akira Miyagawa has been conducting since June 2021. As a result, she’s added the White Comet<\/em> theme to her own repertoire, playing it with bravado at her own solo performances. There were two in the month of June, the first held at Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall on the 11th.<\/p>\n

See her play the theme in a 2021 performance here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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June 14: 1\/350 Diecast Gimmick Model Vol. 221<\/h3>\n

This week’s Hyuga<\/em> volume allowed builders to complete assembly of the starboard side of the flight deck, wire it up, and attach it to the main hull. At this point, the “basin” became fully formed.<\/p>\n


\nPhoto posted on Twitter by Uta<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

See Hachette’s instruction video here<\/a><\/p>\n

See an unboxing video here<\/a><\/p>\n

See a modeler’s blog here<\/a><\/p>\n

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June 18: Live-action movie on TV<\/h3>\n

This was the second time in 2023 the live-action Yamato<\/em> movie aired on channel BS12’s Sunday Anime Theater<\/em>, this time as part of a suite of Leiji Matsumoto-related works. When it was previously shown in February, Animage Plus<\/em> published an article touting its actors (read it here<\/a>). This time, they had more to say…<\/p>\n

In watching this film, there is one point Yamato<\/em> fans should pay attention to. The visuals and settings have been updated from a modern perspective, but there is one important element that makes the viewer feel this is still Yamato<\/em> after all.<\/p>\n

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Dessler\/Gamilas and Iscandar are depicted in this film as different life forms, significantly changed from the original anime. But the voice of Dessler is by Masato Ibu, who played Dessler from the first anime to the last. The voice of Iscandar is by Miyuki Ueda, who played the goddess Teresa in Farewell to Yamato<\/em> and Starsha, the Queen of Iscandar, in The New Voyage<\/em> and later films. The presence of these voices, etched in the hearts of the fans, undoubtedly makes a strong impression that this film is Yamato<\/em>.<\/p>\n

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On board Yamato<\/em>, one of the most interesting characters is the robot Analyzer, with the primary mission of research and analysis. This famous character, beloved by fans throughout the series, appears as the AI of a small computer carried by Kodai. It was originally an expansion unit for Kodai’s beloved Cosmo Zero, and its voice is provided by Kenichi Ogata, who played the role of Analyzer in the anime.<\/p>\n

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Although the concept is completely different, when you hear his voice, you will think, “It’s Analyzer!” The lonely Kodai, who has lost his loved ones, tells him, “You’re like family to me,” and his activities and choices will move you to tears, even if you’re not a fan of the original anime.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, the story opens with narration by Isao Sasaki, whose overwhelming voice has defined the heroic image of Yamato<\/em>. With this, the viewer is undeniably invited on a voyage through “the infinite expanse of the universe.”<\/p>\n

See the original Animage Plus<\/em> article here<\/a>. <\/p>\n

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June 20: Collider<\/em> article<\/h3>\n

Speaking of live-action movies…what about that other one that was going to be made in America? From the moment we first heard about the possibility (nearly ten years ago), reactions have been split about 50\/50 between dread and skepticism. After a lengthy stretch of time with no news other than “it’s in the works,” the skeptics were proven right when Collider<\/em> published an interview out of the blue with Director Christopher McQuarrie. It states pretty firmly that this movie will not be made. Whether you wanted it or not.<\/p>\n

Read the article here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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June 21: 1\/350 Diecast Gimmick Model Vol. 222<\/h3>\n

Since these huge Hachette models become heavy and difficult to handle once they’ve reached their full length, that’s a point where a platform is necessary to continue. Hyuga<\/em> reached that point with its 51st volume, so that was the cue for the first segment of a platform to turn up.<\/p>\n

See Hachette’s instruction video here<\/a><\/p>\n

See an unboxing video here<\/a><\/p>\n

See a modeler’s blog here<\/a><\/p>\n

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June 22: Voyagers of Tomorrow<\/em> game launch<\/h3>\n

For every one of the many Yamato<\/em> online games that have launched in the last ten years, the story has always been the same: looks cool, but only playable on a Japanese service provider. At last, that story finally changes: Voyagers of Tomorrow<\/em> not only looks cool, you can also play it in English! It’s a browser game rather than a download, so odds are you can access it from the very same screen you’re reading right now!<\/p>\n

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Visit the official Twitter page here<\/a> <\/p>\n

See a Japanese promo video here<\/a> <\/p>\n

Start in English here<\/a> <\/p>\n

See an extensive (unofficial) English guide here<\/a><\/p>\n

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June 23: Yamato 2199<\/em> manga Chapter 55<\/h3>\n

When Michio Murakawa returned from his multi-year hiatus to continue his adaptation, he vowed to do his best to keep up with it despite his many other obligations. We got a sense of how deep those obligations go when it took five months for the next chapter to appear. But Yamato<\/em> fans are used to waiting, and it usually pays off handsomely.<\/p>\n

This time, the ship plunges into the “blue space region” on its way to the dramatic battle of the Rainbow Star Cluster. The next chapter is expected in August.<\/p>\n

See all the pages here<\/a><\/p>\n

See them at WebNewtype here<\/a><\/p>\n


\nPhoto at right posted on Twitter by Kumamonsuki3<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

June 23: Organ Hour<\/em> concert<\/h3>\n

Yuka Ishimaru’s second live appearance of the month took place at Aichi Prefectural Arts Center, where she delivered two performances in one day. A Yamato<\/em> fan in the audience, going by the Twitter name Kumamonsuki3, had this to say about it:<\/p>\n

“I was most excited about the White Comet<\/em> theme!! I have the soundtrack and have listened to it hundreds of times, but this was the best viewing experience. It looked like a fleet would come out of the Comet Organ, and the bass at the beginning was amazing!! As I listened to the whole song, I recognized again the greatness of the composer!!”<\/p>\n

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June 28: 1\/350 Diecast Gimmick Model Vol. 223<\/h3>\n

The last Hyuga<\/em> volume for June delivered the second piece of the platform, requiring modelers to only attach the first to it. Over the month of July, it would stretch to its full length to provide a solid base for ongoing construction. This left just 27 volumes to go. If they all stay on schedule, the last one will roll out in the first week of January 2024.<\/p>\n

See Hachette’s instruction video here<\/a><\/p>\n

See an unboxing video here<\/a><\/p>\n

See a modeler’s blog here<\/a><\/p>\n

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Also spotted in June<\/h3>\n

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Fan art<\/em><\/p>\n

June was another entertaining month in the fan art circuit with contributions from familiar favorites and new arrivals alike. See the character gallery here<\/a> and the mecha gallery here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Fan models<\/em><\/p>\n

After a while, you’d think modelers would run out of ideas for customizing and scratch-building, but they’ll just keep proving you wrong. See their output for June here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Fan Artist Profile<\/h2>\n

Time to meet another of the talented and dedicated Yamato<\/em> fans who delivers some of the amazing artwork we see here in the character galleries month after month. (Hot tip: enter the words \u201ccharacter fan art\u201d or \u201cmecha fan art\u201d in the search bar to bring all the galleries to the top.)<\/p>\n

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1. What was your first Yamato<\/em> experience?<\/span><\/p>\n

When I was in kindergarten, I turned on the TV and it was broadcasting. But in 1974, I was watching the competing program Heidi,<\/em> so I think I saw a rerun the following year. The countdown to the end of the world was really scary.<\/p>\n

2. What is your favorite aspect of Yamato<\/em>?<\/span><\/p>\n

I think Yamato<\/em> is very beautiful. Kodai is cool too! I admire the great love between Kodai and Yuki.<\/p>\n

3. Are you a Yamato<\/em> collector?<\/span><\/p>\n

I am a collector, though not much. My parents bought me the theme song record when I was in the first grade. When I was in my mid-40s, I saw 2199<\/em> and became a Yamato<\/em> fan again, buying DVDs, books, and collectibles. I am waiting for the release of a Susumu Kodai figure.<\/p>\n

4. What is your most treasured Yamato<\/em> item?<\/span><\/p>\n

It is the framed illustration of the marriage of Kodai and Yuki, drawn by Nobuteru Yuki. (A Yamato Crew Gold membership gift from three years ago)<\/p>\n

5. What are your favorite drawing tools?<\/span><\/p>\n

Pencil and acrylic paint when I was young. About ten years ago, I started drawing Yamato<\/em> fan art on my computer. Now my favorite software is Crysta, but I cannot use many functions. I want to get better at drawing.<\/p>\n

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6. Where can your work be seen?<\/span><\/p>\n

At Twitter<\/a> and Pixiv<\/a>.<\/p>\n

7. Does your family share your hobby?<\/span><\/p>\n

They have supported my love of drawing since I was a child. My two sons are also Yamato<\/em> fans, so we sometimes go to the theater or to concerts together.<\/p>\n

8. Please tell us something about your life outside your art.<\/span><\/p>\n

After the original Yamato<\/em> series came to an end, I became a big fan of Bon Jovi and went to dozens of their concerts. I have been to dozens of live shows since then, and I hope they come back to Tokyo so I can see them live again.<\/p>\n

9. Are you involved in Yamato activities with other fans?<\/span><\/p>\n

I have made several fanzines and participated in fanzine events with a group of women, Kodai and Yuki fans I met on Pixiv.<\/p>\n

10. What do you hope to see in a future Yamato<\/em> anime?<\/span><\/p>\n

I want Sasha to be happy in 3199<\/em>, and I want more young teenage and child Yamato<\/em> fans!<\/p>\n

11. What is your favorite anime after Yamato<\/em>?<\/span><\/p>\n

Record of Lodoss Wars<\/em>. All the characters are romantic and beautiful and the story is great.<\/p>\n

12. What would you like to say to Yamato<\/em> fans around the world?<\/span><\/p>\n

You love Yamato!<\/em> I love it too!<\/p>\n

13. What should everyone know about Japan and its people?<\/span><\/p>\n

Many Japanese people today want to get along with the people of the world. The Battleship Yamato<\/em> was built so that Japan could win World War II. Today’s Japanese are determined not to start another war, and wish for world peace. Please come to Japan for a trip. The time hasn’t been decided yet, but I recommend the period when Yamato 3199<\/em> is being shown in theaters.<\/p>\n

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Yamatunes for June<\/h2>\n

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4-verse Yamato<\/em> theme with remake footage
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Yamato<\/em> theme performed by Isao Sasaki, 1977
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Isao Sasaki performs Yamato<\/em> theme (and more) on TV
\nClick here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Isao Sasaki performs Yamato<\/em> theme on TV, 1998
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Yamato<\/em> theme, public performance on Electone organ
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Yamato<\/em> theme, piano duet by “Honey & Apple”
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The Scarlet Scarf<\/em> guitar cover
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Japanese escort ship launches with live Yamato<\/em> theme
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Continue to Report 25<\/a><\/p>\n

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