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The TV anime “SHAMAN KING” will enter the “Osorezan Revoir Arc” starting with the broadcast on November 4, 2021. With the start of the broadcast, the visuals and trailer of “Osorezan Revoir Arc” and the character visuals of new characters Matamune and Asakura Hao have been released. Comments from Tanaka Hideyuki, who plays Matamune, and Nanami Hiroki, who plays Asakura Hao, have also been received.

The “Osorezan Revoir Arc” is a popular episode that depicts the encounter between Yoh and Anna, and Yoh’s first spirit, Matamune, five years ago when she was a little younger than she is now, and vividly captures the strong regret and sadness that caused Matamune, the beloved cat of Asakura Hao, to wander the world for 1,000 years.

The visuals released this time depict Anna with a melancholy and forlorn expression, Yoh with a sad expression, and Matamune looking ahead against the backdrop of the snow-covered Osorezan.

The trailer begins with Yoh saying, “The most important thing is the heart,” and shows Anna piling stones on the Oracle Bell that Yoh threw away on the riverbank after deciding not to participate in the Shaman Fight without consulting Anna. Then, with the words, “It’s always been like that, since the day you and I first met five years ago…”, the scene shifts to a description of five years ago.

The trailer captures Matamune’s thoughts as she says, “I’m finally going to get away from my lonely thoughts,” and the unforgettable three days that occur for Yoh, Anna and Matamune at Osorezan.

Tanaka-san, who plays Matamune, said, “I played this work in a CD drama almost 20 years ago. I was under a lot of pressure to further expand Matamune’s appeal while not destroying the image of the previous character. I’ll be happy if I can convey the charm of my favorite character, Matamune.

Nanami-san, who plays the role of Asakura Hao, said, “As the strongest Onmyoji, Asakura Hao, I wanted to express the atmosphere of being truly strong, the loneliness of being too strong, and the great presence of Hao. I was really happy to be able to play the role of Asakura Hao. I am happy if people who love this work can enjoy it.

In addition, it has been decided that the “TV anime “SHAMAN KING” – Osorezan Revoir Arc – Advance Screening Event” will be held on November 21. At the event, Hikasa Yoko acting Asakura Yoh, Hayashibara Megumi acting Anna Osorezan, and Tanaka Hideyuki acting Matamune will talk on stage, and the 33rd episode, the final episode of “Osorezan Revoir Arc” will be screened earlier than the TV broadcast.

The TV anime “SHAMAN KING” is currently being broadcast on 6 TV Tokyo networks every Thursday from 5:55pm. The “Osorezan Revoir Arc” will start on November 4.

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[Tanaka Hideyuki]

Q1: Could you tell us about the appeal of “SHAMAN KING”?
The sorrow, hatred, and joy of human beings appear in various forms. Living in such a chaotic world, I am fascinated by the way Yoh grows up through many battles and encounters. The spirit of “I’ll figure it out” may be important for us as well.

Q2. Could you tell us about your enthusiasm for playing the character?
I played this character in a CD drama almost 20 years ago. I was under a lot of pressure to keep the image of the previous character intact and to further expand the appeal of Matamune. I’ll be happy if I can convey the charm of my favorite character, Matamune.

[Hiroki Nanami]

Q1: Could you tell us about the appeal of “SHAMAN KING”?
My first encounter with “SHAMAN KING” was with Takei’s “Buddha Zone” manga, and I remember how excited I was to see the connection between the two works when they were first published. The protagonist, Asakura Yoh, is so cool! He’s usually kind of powerless, but when he has to make a decision, he does. Also, Anna, the weasel, is cool but sometimes shows her cuteness. I watched the 2000 version of the anime, so when “Over Soul” was played in the new anime, it was so emotive that I couldn’t help but talk to the TV (laugh). I think it’s a really wonderful work that has been loved by many people for a long time.

Q2:Please tell us about your enthusiasm for playing the character.
I play the role of Asakuraha Hao, the ancestor of the Asakura family 1,000 years ago. One of the most heartbreaking episodes in the original story is the one about the past of Yoh and Anna. In this episode, I played the role of the strongest Yin-Yang master, Asakura Hao, hoping to express the atmosphere of being truly strong, the loneliness of being too strong, and the great presence of Asakura Hao, even if only a little. I was really happy to be able to play the role of Asakura Hao. I will be happy if people who love this work can enjoy it. Please watch the anime! I look forward to working with you.

TV animation “SHAMAN KING” – Osorezan Revoir Arc – Advance Screening Event”.
[Date and Time]
November 21, 2021 (Sun) 5:00 pm Start
[Screening]
The 30th episode to the 33rd episode of Osorezan Revoir Arc” *The 33rd episode will be screened first.
[Performers]
Hikasa Yoko as Asakura Yoh, Hayashibara Megumi as Anna Osoyama Tanaka Hideyuki as Matamune
MC: Chiaki Matsuzawa *Please note that the speakers are subject to change without notice.
[Venue]
Main venue: Ikebukuro Grand Cinema Sunshine (Theater 3)
Ticket Details
Price: 4,300 JPY (tax included/all seats reserved) *Charges apply for children over 3 years old/Charges apply for children under 3 years old who need to use a seat (Ticket Schedule / Application)
Pre-Order (Lottery)
October 28, 2021 (Thu) 7:00 pm – November 1, 2021 (Mon) 11:59 pm
Up to two tickets per person can be ordered.
General Release (First-come-first-served basis)
November 6, 2021 (Saturday) 12:00 pm
◎E-plus
Fami Port terminals at FamilyMart stores nationwide
The general sale will be on a first-come, first-served basis, and will be closed when the number of tickets reaches the scheduled number.
You can apply for up to two tickets per person.
Live viewing venue fee: 3,800 JPY (tax included/all seats reserved)
The ticket price for the live viewing is 3,800 JPY (tax included/all seats reserved).
Pre-Order (Lottery)
Wednesday, November 3, 2021 (6:00 pm) – Tuesday, November 9, 2021 (11:59 pm)
Up to 2 tickets per person can be purchased at e-plus.
General Ticket Sales (First-come-first-served basis)] November 13 (Sat), 2021 6:00 pm – November 19 (Fri), 2021 12:00 pm
e-Plus ◎Fami Port terminals at Family Mart stores nationwide
The tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis and will be closed when the number of tickets reaches the limit.
You can apply for up to two tickets per person.

(C) Hiroyuki Takei, Kodansha/SHAMAN KING Project. and TV Tokyo