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The theme song of the Netflix Original Anime Series title, "Japan Sinks: 2020", is set to be "a life", a song written and composed by Onuki Taeko and Sakamoto Ryuichi.
Accompanying that, Director Yuasa Masaaki reveals a gem of an image from the opening that slightly differs from the rest of the show. We have also received comments from Onuki Taeko, Sakamoto Ryuichi, Director Yuasa Masaaki as well as Producer Zushi Kensuke.
"a life" is the debut song that was used to announce the release of "UTAU", a joint album from Onuki Taeko and Sakamoto Ryuichi in 2010. The song is coined as 'timeless' for its lyrics that weave together a sense of a peaceful daily life and evokes memories, the soft and gentle singing, and its delicate yet strong piano melodies.
With "a life" echoing as "Japan Sinks: 2020"'s Opening, the images are drawn in a different style compared to the main show and appears in the form of watercolor, painted with a delicate touch. It shows the scenery from the beginning of the Budou family.
Director Yuasa Masaaki commented on "a life", stating that it had "a feeling of transparency and daily life but was also a grounded and wonderful song". He commented on the opening image as well, describing it to be "a bright contrast to the bleak and dark setting of the main movie, it evokes a sense of respect to the loss of daily routine that we see every day on bright and peaceful mornings. The morning light, soft futon, warm drinks, scenic nature, and close-ups of small animals. These are all drawn with a sense of transparency in white light, overlapping like fragmented memories with a soft touch."
"Japan Sinks: 2020" is an anime that depicts a sudden loss of daily life, with characters thrust into a terrible reality. They slowly rise up to each obstacle, reviving hope. The timeless song "a life" vividly accompanies the story, giving viewers a sense of strength and guidance to carry on.
The Netflix Original Anime Series "Japan Sinks: 2020" is set to broadcast world-wide from 9 Jul. 2020 onward.
<Here are the comments below>
"Onuki Taeko (Lyrics & Song) - Thoughts on the theme song"
I believe that facing reality without blaming it on anyone, having the right attitude, and working on myself will help the "me" in the future. There is no change to my singing itself but, I want to live to the fullest with a brand new perspective and sing for people's sake moving onward.
"Sakamoto Ryuichi (Composer) - Thoughts on the theme song"
We understand how precious daily life is, that we often take for granted.
"Yuasa Masaaki (Director) - Regarding the theme song and the production of the opening image"
It was a wonderful song that was grounded, yet had a sense of transparency and a hint of daily life. The image is a bright contrast to the bleak and dark setting of the main movie, it evokes a sense of respect to the loss of daily routine that we see every day on bright and peaceful mornings. The morning light, soft futon, warm drinks, scenic nature, and close-ups of small animals. These are all drawn with a sense of transparency in white light, overlapping like fragmented memories with a soft touch.
"Zushi Kensuki (Producer) - Reason for picking the song"
"a life" had the same perspective that synchronized with "Japan Sinks: 2020"'s theme. It was a song that inspired limitless imagery when I listened to it. Director Yuasa's story depicts a forward-looking, strong group of people that stand in the face of adversary despite losing peaceful days, family and friends, and their country. Coupled with "a life", a song featuring Sakamoto Ryuichi's beautiful composition and Onuki Taeko's clear voice that "inspires strength within the heart to overcome", I hope that everyone will be able to enjoy this wonderful collaboration. I hope from the bottom of my heart that our world will become one full of kindness, overflowing with laughter, and smiles.
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It has been announced that the Netflix original anime series "Japan Sinks: 2020" directed by Yuasa Masaaki, which is the first anime adaptation of Komatsu Sakyou's best-selling novel "Japan Sinks", will be distributed exclusively worldwide from Jul. 9, 2020.
Moreover, the trailer "Creating Human Bonds" has been released along with the announcement of the additional cast members, including Yoshino Hiroyuki, Ono Kenshou, Mori Nanako, and Sasaki Umeji.
"Japan Sinks: 2020" is the second Netflix original anime series from director Yuasa, who has received international acclaim for works such as "The Night Is Short, Walk on Girl", "Lu Over the Wall", "Ride Your Wave", and "SUPER SHIRO", and also received great support for his previous Netflix series, "DEVILMAN crybaby", which pushed the limits of anime expressions.
The story takes place in modern Japan in the year 2020. The film depicts an ordinary family who is suddenly struck by a major earthquake and begins a desperate escape from Tokyo in unimaginable circumstances.
The trailer depicts the tragic moment when their ordinary life is suddenly taken away from the earthquake. It is shown from each family member's eyes, focusing on the elder daughter, who is a witness to the terrible impact that the earthquake had on the cities.
Amid their struggling lives, while being strongly connected, every family member makes a great effort to return to their normal life.
After being separated from each other, what fate awaits them now? Through her powerful words, "Here is my place. The place of my family is my place!", Ayumi starts running while grasping the light of hope.
In addition, new characters and their respective cast members were also announced; Yoshino Hiroyuki as Koga Haruo, Mori Nanako as Miura Nanami, Ono Kenshou as Kaito, and Sasaki Umeji as Hikita Kunio. Each of them plays an important character who will determine the fate of the Mutou family.
Under extreme circumstances, the encounters with new people give courage to Ayumu and her family to fight for their future.
Furthermore, "Japan Sinks: 2020 ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK" will be released on Aug. 26.
Director Yuasa Masaaki and music composer Ushio Kensuke, who are both known for "DEVILMAN Crybaby" and "Ping Pong the Animation", will work again together in the new anime series, which will feature 41 songs to create a world full of tension.
Netflix's original anime series "Japan Sinks: 2020" will be available exclusively worldwide on Netflix from Jul. 9, 2020.
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"Japan Sinks: 2020" is the first anime adaption of Komatsu Sakyou's bestseller novel by Yuasa Masaaki Kantoku. Scenes from the first half of the Netflix original anime have been revealed.
Also, Murota Kanae (voiced by Shiota Tomoko), Asada Osamu (voiced by Hamano Daiki), Daniel (voiced by George Cockle), and Ootani Saburou (voiced by Takeda Taichi), were introduced as new characters.
The story is set in 2020, modern-day Japan. It starts with Ayumu, the promising track team junior high student and the Mutou family losing their peaceful life instantly by a huge earthquake. They meet people in various circumstances, such as Koga Haruo, Miura Nanami, Kaito, and Hikita Kunio, during their desperate escape from Tokyo. Facing life and death, they become determined to live strongly with a faint hope of restoration.
The scenes that were released depict Ayumu and her family meeting others, encouraging each other, and coexisting with nature, to look forward to life even in the harshest days.
They show the strength of the characters to live wisely and not give up hope, even under the unimaginably fierce circumstances. What fate will await them in the forthcoming future?
As Ayumu and her family continue their journey under extreme conditions, they reach "Shan City", and meet with 4 new characters, Murota Kanae, Asada Osamu, Daniel, and Ootani Saburou.
"Shan City" is a community facility where people who sought spiritual salvation gathered under Kanae, who has special powers, and her son Daichi.
Ayumu and her family start to feel better in the environment well-equipped with food, clothing, and shelter, along with electricity, a Kintsugi workshop, and even amusement facilities. However, the Japanese islands continue changing their shape, and the danger approaches them once again. It seems that their encounters with the people at this facility will have new effects on Ayumu and her family.
The Netflix original anime series "Japan Sinks: 2020" will be exclusively available on Netflix all around the world from Jul. 9, 2020.
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