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Be Forever Yamato REBEL 3199<\/em>, Report 30<\/p>\n

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The last full month before the release of Chapter 6 flew right by with a new trailer, more concerts, the latest radio suite, the year’s first major hobby show, online activity, and all the other things that help make the wait feel shorter. Here’s all the May news…<\/p>\n

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The last full month before the release of Chapter 6 flew right by with a new trailer, more concerts, the latest radio suite, the year’s first major hobby show, online activity, and all the other things that help make the wait feel shorter. Here’s all the May news…<\/p>\n

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May 1: Anime World Star<\/h3>\n

This anime goods specialty shop (who we’ve heard from before) opened the month with an online campaign for its unique Yamato<\/em> products, everything from art prints to Yuki Mori’s coffee.<\/p>\n

Visit their website here<\/a> and switch over to English for purchase through the international Zen Market!<\/p>\n

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May 2: Bolar language class begins<\/h3>\n

Japan went on holiday for Golden Week and the Twitter page for the Yamato<\/em> Production Committee gave them some homework to take along: six days of Bolar language instruction. <\/p>\n

Want to learn yourself some Bolar? Click here<\/a>!<\/p>\n

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May 4: Mantan Web article<\/h3>\n

If you’ve seen the end of REBEL 3199<\/em> Chapter 5 (get on it at Crunchyroll<\/a> if you haven’t), you joined the audience that was stunned by a completely unexpected plot twist. To help us orient ourselves, Writer Mitsuru Anima broke it down with commentary and staff quotes in an article for Mantan Web.<\/p>\n

Read it here<\/a><\/p>\n


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

May 5: Super Robot Spirits 2026<\/em> in Osaka<\/h3>\n

The best of the best anime theme singers (old and new) gathered for another blowout in the SRS 2026 tour. The lineup included the back-to-full-power Isao Sasaki, who performed the themes for Yamato, Grendaizer<\/em>, and Danguard Ace<\/em> while also participating in an ensemble encore of Getter Robo.<\/em><\/p>\n


\nPhotos posted on Twitter by clnct<\/a> and yoshikifukuyama<\/em><\/p>\n

Any fan of 70s, 80s and 90s anime would have gotten a taste of heaven with live renditions of Zambot 3, Ideon, Godmars, Golion, Macross 7, Voltes V, Braiger, Dunbine<\/em>, and many more; a total of 30 songs in two hours. And still no sign of retirement from Sasaki.<\/p>\n

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May 8: Chapter 6 promotion<\/h3>\n

The stakes (and the pulse rates) go up whenever official poster art for a new chapter is released. Chapter 6, titled The Azure Labyrinth<\/em>, bears the distinction of a scene set in 2026 and the following catch phrase:<\/p>\n

“Gather in the azure labyrinth. A place where lies and wars are permitted.”<\/p>\n

See a textless version of the art at the end of this page.<\/p>\n

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The new image also appeared on the front of a new flyer. The back added this summary:<\/p>\n

Having crossed a nexus in space-time, the Space Battleship Yamato<\/em> arrived in a new world. It was not the future, but rather Tokyo in the year 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n

It was an era long preceding the battle against Garmillas, an Earth of the past, bearing no trace of the Planet Bombs. If Yamato<\/em> were to set course for Planet Garmillas in this era, the future could be changed.<\/span><\/p>\n

The “historical alteration” that the Dezarium sought to enact…that very same temptation now lies before Ryusuke Domon. The future in which humanity is transformed into Dezarium — the very history of war itself — might vanish.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Space Battleship Yamato<\/em>, and the crew themselves, would vanish as well. Yet, even so…peace would remain.<\/span><\/p>\n

Driven by a fervent desire to rewrite tragedy, and watched over by the red-eyed Sasha, Yamato<\/em> begins to undergo a dark transformation.<\/span><\/p>\n

What awaits at the end of its wake…?<\/span><\/p>\n

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This momentum was accompanied by sales of a new advance ticket voucher and (the best part) a new minute-long trailer that ignited all engines.<\/p>\n

Watch it here<\/a> and see our breakdown here<\/a><\/p>\n

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May 9: Radio Suite Yamato<\/em> “Birth Chapter”<\/h3>\n

Talk about a one-two punch; the day after the new trailer came the latest 4-hour radio show produced by fans for fans. This was the 8th time (since 2018) with music curated by hosts Andro Umeda, Michio Murakawa (manga artist) and Fumi Fukukako (webmaster of Yamato Music<\/em><\/a>).<\/p>\n

The first two hours were devoted to soundtrack music from 1974 (Series 1) to 2009 (Yamato Resurrection<\/em>). They were joined in the second hour by 3199<\/em> Director Naomichi Yamato, and the fourth hour was filled to the brim with listener requests. This is where the rarities come out to shine.<\/p>\n

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The first seven of these shows took their names from the original Yamato<\/em> productions, and show 7 was titled Final Chapter.<\/em> So where does “Birth Chapter” come from? It’s a deep trivia cut; in fall 1984, Yoshinobu Nishizaki announced his intention to create new Yamato<\/em> projects, and “Birth Chapter” was the working title for the one that eventually became Yamato Resurrection<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Pro tip: if you were a member of the Cosmo DNA Facebook page<\/a>, you were given instructions on how to listen to the show live. If you become a member now, you’ll get those same instructions next year. Even if you can’t follow what’s being said, the music smashes all language barriers.<\/p>\n

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May 13: Kia Asamiya on Twitter<\/h3>\n

To remind everyone of the incredible news that a 1\/1000 Arizona<\/em> model is on its way from Bandai, Kia Asamiya posted his box art on Twitter with the following text:<\/p>\n

I got the OK from Bandai Spirits. I was in charge of the box art for Arizona<\/em>, which is being unveiled at the 64th Shizuoka Hobby Show! This art was drawn as an homage to that heavy, majestic Yamato<\/em> illustration by Miyatake-san and Katoh-san, because Bandai’s staff said, “Let’s go with the classic route!” So I went with a personal classic.<\/span><\/p>\n

Follow Kia Asamiya on Twitter here<\/a><\/p>\n

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May 13-17: Shizuoka Hobby Show 2026<\/h3>\n

If you wanted to see the model itself, you needed to scoot over to Shizuoka for the 2026 hobby show. May 16 and 17 were designated as “public access” days.<\/p>\n

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Yamato<\/em> fans had more than Arizona<\/em> to seek out; a company named S14 (that’s S-one-four) surprised everyone with a lineup of 1\/100 Cosmo Tiger miniatures scheduled for release in October.<\/p>\n

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And then there was the fan model wing of the event, where everyone’s personal 3D expressions got the spotlight.<\/p>\n

See a photo gallery of all these sights here<\/a><\/p>\n

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May 14: Isao Sasaki on TV<\/h3>\n

Good luck to anyone trying to keep up with this guy. His next appearance was on a Fuji TV series titled Showa Kayou [Popular Song] Parade<\/em>. The official promo read as follows:<\/p>\n

Isao Sasaki, who celebrated his 65th anniversary as a professional singer last year, makes a special appearance! Join us as we look back on his illustrious career in show business, accompanied by a retrospective of photographs. He will perform a medley featuring numerous iconic hits, including Space Battleship Yamato<\/em> and Galaxy Express 999<\/em>!<\/span><\/p>\n

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May 14: NOTE blog<\/h3>\n

You didn’t see this one coming, but that’s what keeps these reports interesting. A blogger named Yushi Wada (a self-described “future navigator”) has been writing a very insightful series titled Civilization OS: The next 50 years for Japan and the World<\/em>. The 7th installment of that series brought two significant anime titles into view: Yamato<\/em> and Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind<\/em>. Each brings its own perspective on how to deal with a global crisis, and much is learned by comparing and contrasting their solutions.<\/p>\n

Make some time to read this one, it will be well spent. Click here<\/a> to read it.<\/p>\n


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

May 16: Jupiter & Yamato, Symphony of the Skies<\/em> concert<\/h3>\n

The second concert of the month with Yamato<\/em> content was part of the 31st Miyazaki International Music Festival, performed by the Sapporo Symphony Orchestra. Official description:<\/p>\n

We present a program featuring Mozart\u2019s Symphony No. 41 in C Major, hailed as his greatest masterpiece and known as “Jupiter,” alongside a symphony composed based on themes from the popular anime series Space Battleship Yamato<\/em>. Led by former Music Director Tsugio Tokunaga serving as Concertmaster, and conducted by Tatsuya Shimono, the orchestra will bring these grand-scale compositions to life with a truly overwhelming orchestral sound.<\/span><\/p>\n


\nPhotos posted on Twitter by S_Meijin<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

The Yamato<\/em> portion of the concert was derived from Kentaro Haneda’s 1984 Yamato Grand Symphony<\/em>. What made it extra special was the presence of Tsugio Tokunaga in the role of concertmaster. He played solo violin for the very first performance in 1984 and returned to reprise it again here, a meaningful moment for audience and performers alike.<\/p>\n

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May 17: Studio Khara on Twitter<\/h3>\n

The famed studio in which the next Yamato<\/em> anime project is being created reached its 20th anniversary and posted the following to mark the occasion:<\/p>\n

As of today, May 17, 2026, we have reached the milestone of our 20th anniversary. This achievement is entirely the result of the support we have received from all of you who have cheered us on over the years, and we wish to express our deepest gratitude.<\/span><\/p>\n

A commemorative illustration above right was created by Kazuya Tsurumaki, a company director who also serves as an animation director and animator. This statement from studio president Hideaki Anno was also released:<\/p>\n

We started out as a company consisting of just one president, one employee, and one advisor, working from a tiny room in a multi-tenant building in Nishi-Shinjuku [Tokyo]. We have since grown into a company that possesses its own studio, has produced numerous works and continues to create many more to this day. <\/span><\/p>\n

All of this is thanks to you. Once again, I offer my deepest gratitude.<\/span><\/p>\n

Follow Studio Khara on Twitter here<\/a> and here<\/a><\/p>\n

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May 24: Welcome to Akira-san’s World!<\/em> concert<\/h3>\n

We’re not done concerting yet! Akira Miyagawa took up the baton to lead his own “best of” performance with the Harima Prefecture Wind Orchestra. Vocals were provided by Dynamite Shakariki Circus (who have appeared at many Yamato<\/em> concerts), and the venue was Arcrea Himeji.<\/p>\n

The playlist was an overview of Akira’s entire career with his score for Blackjack<\/em> and the 4-part Yamato<\/em> Suite as the second act. The final number was Matsuken Samba II<\/em><\/a>, his beloved sequel to his father’s hit Matsuken Samba<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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May 24: More live music<\/h3>\n

Still not done! If you couldn’t make it to Akira-san’s World<\/em>, you would have lucked out if you went to a certain horse race in Tokyo. There, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force belted out the Yamato<\/em> theme at halftime. It’s been part of their repertoire for decades, and never fails to delight. The singer was amazing, and the length of his closing note was superhuman.<\/p>\n

See it for yourself here<\/a> and here<\/a>. Get the full closing note here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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May 25: Hobby Japan<\/em> #685<\/h3>\n

The latest issue contained part 20 of the ongoing Yamato Mechanics<\/em> series, this time profiling the Dezarium Annihilation Battleship Grodez.<\/em><\/p>\n

Read it here<\/a><\/p>\n

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May 25: Yuki Mori figure announced<\/h3>\n

You know what? Maybe it’s time for another Yuki Mori figure. We have only 200 or so to choose from, right? Nevertheless, Megahouse is rolling out a new one. On this day, photos of a prototype figure were published online of a 1\/8 Yuki in a Dezarium suit. Price and release date are both TBA.<\/p>\n

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May 25: Tamashii Nations on Twitter<\/h3>\n

Tamashii Nations is the “elite” branch of Bandai with high-end products such as the 1\/2000 Yamato 3199<\/em> “shining ship” miniature. The photos above were posted by tamashii_tnt of the ship on display at the Tokyo store.<\/p>\n

Get a better look here<\/a><\/p>\n

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May 27: Model kit news<\/h3>\n

If you’ve slept on all the previous 1\/1000 Yamato<\/em> “remake” models from Bandai, this news might wake you up. Scheduled for release in October, the Yamato 3199<\/em> Deluxe Set is essentially a roundup of all previous Yamato<\/em>s with enough option parts to build two distinct ships out of one box.<\/p>\n

It will literally have everything you need to create all four iterations of Yamato<\/em> from 2199<\/em> through 3199<\/em>, including the “final battle” specs from 2202<\/em>. Included for the first time will be a 1\/1000 Cosmo Hound and shock cannon effects parts.<\/p>\n

See larger pics at Bandai’s website here<\/a><\/p>\n

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May 29: Chapter 6 Blu-ray news<\/h3>\n

The month ended with a look into the future at some of the frills to come with the Chapter 6 Blu-ray. The first chance to get it will be at theaters when the film opens on June 26. That version will come with the slipcase shown at upper left and the storyboard booklet shown at right (cover art by Character Designer Nobuteru Yuuki).<\/p>\n

One week later, other vendors will sell the theatrical edition with a range of other bonus items. One of them will be the model shown at lower left, a clear plastic Cosmo Python mini-kit. As usual, the first-round vendors only ship to Japanese addresses. Customers outside Japan will have to wait for the standard edition, to be released on August 26.<\/p>\n

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Also spotted in May<\/h3>\n

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

Japanese fans hit all the right notes in May, taking us to more places than we ever expected.<\/p>\n

See the character gallery here<\/a> and mecha gallery here<\/a><\/p>\n

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

The onscreen mecha catalog keeps growing, but it will never catch up to the imagination of those who build and modify the IRL versions.<\/p>\n

See the May inventions here: Gallery A<\/a> | Gallery B<\/a><\/p>\n

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Model history tour<\/em><\/p>\n

A Japanese Youtuber by the name of Naoyoshi Kozai specializes in Showa-era toys and hobbies, and he devoted a 10-minute episode of his series Chogokin Appraisal<\/em> to the original Yamato<\/em> Mecha Collection model kit series from the vintage years.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to watch his commentary (translated captions and auto-dubbing are available).<\/p>\n

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Hoshi Suzu blogs<\/em><\/p>\n

Still overflowing with inspiration from Chapter 5 and boosted by the trailer for Chapter 6, our favorite blogger posted five new rounds of thought on where it’s all going.<\/p>\n

Read the May entries here<\/a><\/p>\n

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Star sighting<\/em><\/p>\n

Posted on Twitter by Hiziki0003<\/a>:<\/p>\n

I stopped by Toyama Model Shop, which I found on Google Maps, where the Space Battleship Yamato<\/em> is on display! Apparently, it’s made from the Battleship Yamato<\/em>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What fan are you?<\/em><\/p>\n

The editor of Cosmo DNA (me, Tim Eldred) has no fondness for Gen AI images, but will admit that it gives creative fans a chance to express themselves in ways they couldn’t before. In Japan, where it doesn’t carry the same stigma, that can result in self-examinations like those shown above.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> if you wish to see how one particular fan (garage kit builder “qlfactory”) categorizes Yamato<\/em> fandom.<\/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 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

It’s a true pleasure to meet a Japanese fan whose work goes back all the way to the 1980s and is still active today under the handle “Juuzo Hizikata.” He went far beyond the usual questions to share his thoughts on being a fan and the projects that have kept his fandom alive.<\/p>\n

Read it all here<\/a><\/p>\n

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Yamatunes for May<\/h2>\n

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Yamato<\/em> theme by Hamonep (National Harmony Project League)
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Yamato<\/em> theme covered by KARMA
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Yamato<\/em> theme for grade 3, sample performance
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Yamato<\/em> theme medley, street piano solo
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Symphony Space Battleship Yamato<\/em> live performance, Oct 2025
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Two Who Love<\/em>, piano cover
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The Scarlet Scarf<\/em>, cover by Hiroko Moriguchi
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Star Blazers<\/em> theme, live cover by Italian rock band Kartunia
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Yamato<\/em> theme, 4-verse version
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Yamato<\/em> theme, enka style (3rd and 4th verses)
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What’s Next<\/h3>\n

What else? REBEL 3199<\/em> Chapter 6 would open in theaters just a few days after this report was published and enlarge Yamato<\/em> World in ways we could scarcely predict as of this writing! There is literally no better time to be a fan. Set course for our next report on July 15 to see where it takes us! Until then, follow our Facebook page<\/a> for daily posts and breaking news!<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, don’t miss a new roundup of Vintage Report backlog here<\/a>, in which hidden gems emerge from the mists of time (1977-1980).<\/p>\n

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Cosmo DNA<\/em> writer\/editor Tim Eldred here, inviting you to a party that’s just one click away. If you’ve enjoyed this website and my various Star Blazers<\/em><\/em> comics, it’s my duty to tell you that they represent only a fraction of a career that spans more than 40 years. ARTVALT is where I open my archives and roll out all sorts of weird and cool things ranging from unknown to world famous! New updates happen on the first of every month! <\/p>\n

And HEADS UP:<\/span> a brand new sci-fi webcomic titled The Last Blue Eagle<\/em> is underway and ready for you read RIGHT NOW! Click here<\/a> to join the fun! (No paywall.)<\/p>\n

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