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Artland (company)
is a Japanese animation studio. It has produced numerous noted anime series, including the award-winning ''Mushishi'' and epic ''Legend of the Galactic Heroes''. It is also well known for producing the anime adaptation of '' Katekyō Hitman Reborn!''. History On March 17, 2006, Marvelous Entertainment announced that Artland would become a subsidiary of Marvelous Entertainment Inc., effective on April 3, 2006. Subsequently, Artland became a kabushiki-gaisha. On November 15, 2010, Marvelous Entertainment Inc. announced the split of Artland Inc.'s animation department into Animation Studio Artland Inc., effective on 2010-12-01. All shares of the new company then were transferred to Kuniharu Okano. In December 2010, was established and Artland Inc.'s animation production business was transferred to the new company. In 2015, Emon, the Japanese branch of Haoliners Animation League, bought a 51% stake in the company, with Artland's president Kuniharu Okano owning the other 49%, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kabushiki-gaisha
A or ''kabushiki kaisha'', commonly abbreviated K.K. or KK, is a type of defined under the Companies Act of Japan. The term is often translated as "stock company", "joint-stock company" or "stock corporation". The term ''kabushiki gaisha'' in Japan refers to any joint-stock company regardless of country of origin or incorporation; however, outside Japan the term refers specifically to joint-stock companies incorporated in Japan. Usage in language In Latin script, ''kabushiki kaisha'', with a , is often used, but the original Japanese pronunciation is ''kabushiki gaisha'', with a , owing to rendaku. A ''kabushiki gaisha'' must include "" in its name (Article 6, paragraph 2 of the Companies Act). In a company name, "" can be used as a prefix (e.g. , '' kabushiki gaisha Dentsū'', a style called , ''mae-kabu'') or as a suffix (e.g. , '' Toyota Jidōsha kabushiki gaisha'', a style called , ''ato-kabu''). Many Japanese companies translate the phrase "" in their name as "Company, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tatsunoko Productions
and often shortened to , is a Japanese animation company. The studio's name has a double meaning in Japanese: "Tatsu's child" (Tatsu is a nickname for Tatsuo) and "sea dragon", the inspiration for its seahorse logo. Tatsunoko's headquarters are in Musashino, Tokyo. History The studio was founded in October 1962 by anime pioneer Tatsuo Yoshida and his brothers Kenji and Toyoharu (better known by his pen name "Ippei Kuri"). The studio's first production was the 1965 TV series ''Space Ace''. Since then many figures in the anime industry have worked with Tatsunoko, including Mizuho Nishikubo, Hiroshi Sasagawa, Koichi Mashimo, Katsuhisa Yamada, Hideaki Anno (Tatsunoko provided animation work on the ''Neon Genesis Evangelion'' TV series), and Kazuo Yamazaki. Sasagawa is notable for bringing his fondness for comedy animation to the forefront in Tatsunoko series such as the ''Time Bokan'' (1975) franchise. The company later licensed ''Macross'' to Harmony Gold, who then produced ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Demon King Daimao
, also known as ''Demon King Daimao'', is a Japanese light novel series written by Shōtarō Mizuki and illustrated by Souichi Itō, published by Hobby Japan under their HJ Bunko imprint. The first volume was published on February 1, 2008, and was completed with a total of 13 volumes available on March 29, 2014. A manga adaptation began monthly serialization in the September 2008 issue of Akita Shoten's magazine ''Champion Red'', and a 12-episode anime adaptation by Artland aired between April and June 2010 on Tokyo MX and other channels. Plot summary This story of "love, magic, and battles" revolves around Akuto Sai, a boy who aims to become part of his country's highest order of magicians and contribute to society as one of its clergy. On the day he's admitted into the Constant Magical Academy, his aptitude test predicts the following: "Future Occupation: Demon King." Thus begins his very severe and complicated school life in which he is resented by his studious female class ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tytania
is a Japanese space opera novel series written by Yoshiki Tanaka between 1988 and 2015 and released in five volumes. The series is about people who try to liberate the galaxy from the rule of the Tytania-clan and seek refuge with a rebel force. It has been adapted into manga and anime in 2008–2011. Plot In a future where mankind is scattered across the stars, the Empire of Valdana is under the control of the Tytania clan, which forged its influence through intimidation and economic might. In the year 446, Tytania dispatches a large fleet to seize a new piece of technology from the city-state of Euriya. Much to everyone's surprise, Euriya decides to resist and wins. Their isolated act of rebellion sets into motion a sequence of events that strains the careful alliances and treaties within the empire as various factions seek to exploit the situation to their own advantage. In the ensuing turmoil, ambitious members of the Tytania nobility begin moving against each other in an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hakushaku To Yōsei
is a completed series of light novels written by Mizue Tani and published in Japan by Shueisha. The story is serialized in Cobalt magazine and illustrated by Asako Takaboshi (Ayuko). Shueisha has commercially released two drama CDs and a manga adaptation began serialization in '' The Margaret'' in the September issue in 2008 and ended in the May issue in 2010. An anime adaptation was broadcast from September to December 2008. A visual novel for the PlayStation 2 was released on April 30, 2009. Plot Story The story, set in Victorian Britain, follows the adventures of 17-year-old Lydia Carlton, nicknamed the "Fairy Doctor" due to her interest and understanding of fairies. Her life takes a 180-degree turn when she meets Edgar J.C Ashenbert, the "Legendary Blue Knight Earl" and his crew on a sea voyage to London. Edgar hires her as an advisor during his quest to obtain a treasured sword that was supposed to be handed down to him by his family. Characters ; : :Lydia Carlton, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gunslinger Girl
''Gunslinger Girl'' (stylized in all caps) is a Japanese manga series by Yu Aida. It began serialization on May 21, 2002 in '' Dengeki Daioh'' and ended on September 27, 2012. The chapters were also published in 15 ''tankōbon'' volumes by ASCII Media Works. Set in modern Italy, the series focuses on young cybernetic girls and their adult male handlers who use them as assassins under the directions of a government organization. The manga series is licensed for an English language release in North America by Seven Seas Entertainment. A thirteen-episode anime adaptation produced by Madhouse aired in Japan on Fuji Television from October 9, 2003, to February 19, 2004. A sequel titled ''Gunslinger Girl -Il Teatrino-'' and created by Artland premiered in Japan on Tokyo MX TV on January 8, 2008. It spanned thirteen episodes, concluding on April 1, 2008. Two additional episodes were released on DVD in Japan on October 24, 2008. Funimation has licensed both anime seasons and the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kenkō Zenrakei Suieibu Umishō
is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Mitsuru Hattori, which has been serialized in Kodansha's ''Weekly Shōnen Magazine'' from issue 33 of 2005 to issue 21-22 of 2008. It has been adapted into an anime television series, directed by Kōichirō Sōtome and written by Mamiko Ikeda, which premiered in Japan on numerous television stations from July 2007, and a video game. Plot Within the Kanagawa prefecture lies the seaside city of Umineko. There, Kaname Okiura, a student in his second year of high school, attends , or ''Umishō'' (海商) for short. He is also the manager of the high school swim team though he himself doesn't know how to swim. In fact, he is afraid of the water stemming from an incident which occurred some years ago. While he was at the beach, he had nearly drowned when a "mermaid" pulled him under the water. He joined the school's swimming club in order to learn how to swim, but the club is filled with weirdos, who don't teach him swimming. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kono Aozora Ni Yakusoku Wo
is a Japanese Eroge, adult visual novel produced by Giga (brand), Giga, originally released on March 31, 2006. The game was ported to the PlayStation 2 in 2007, the PlayStation Portable in 2009, and the PlayStation Vita in 2015 came with additional content although the adult content was removed. An anime television series was made in 2007 under the title . Gameplay ''Kono Aozora ni Yakusoku os gameplay requires minimal interaction on the player's part as much of the time that is spent on the game is for reading the text that is displayed at the bottom of the screen. The displayed text represents either the thoughts of the characters or the dialogue between the characters. As the story progresses, decision points will appear on the screen where the player can choose which heroine or heroines they wish to talk to. Depending on what choices the player makes, the plot will progress in a certain direction. There are six different routes in total. To view all six of these plot lin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Reborn!
''Reborn!'', known in Japan as , is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Akira Amano. It follows Tsunayoshi Sawada, a young boy who discovers that he is next in line to become boss of the Vongola family, a powerful Mafia organization. The Vongolas' most powerful hitman, a gun-toting infant named Reborn, is sent to teach Tsuna how to be a boss. It was serialized in Shueisha's ''Weekly Shōnen Jump'' from May 2004 to November 2012, with its chapters collected into 42 ''tankōbon'' volumes. An anime television series adaptation by Artland was broadcast on TV Tokyo from October 2006 to September 2010, and ran for 203 episodes. A number of video games, light novels, and other products were also created based on the series. In North America, Viz Media licensed the manga and the streaming rights for the television series for English release. Viz Media only published the first sixteen volumes, with the last one being released in July 2010. Discotek Media later licensed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Happiness! (visual Novel)
Happiness is an emotional state characterized by feelings of enjoyment, pleasure, and satisfaction. Happiness may also refer to: Film * ''Happiness'' (1917 film), an American silent film directed by Reginald Barker * ''Happiness'' (1924 film), an American silent film directed by King Vidor * ''Le Bonheur'' (1934 film) or ''Happiness'', a French film directed by Marcel L'Herbier * ''Happiness'' (1935 film), a Soviet silent film directed by Aleksandr Medvedkin * ''Happiness'' (1957 film), a Mexican film directed by Alfonso Corona Blake * ''Happiness'' (1965 film) or ''Le Bonheur'', a French film directed by Agnès Varda * ''Happiness'' (1998 film), an American film directed by Todd Solondz * ''Happiness'' (2007 film), a South Korean film directed by Hur Jin-ho * ''Happiness'' (2014 film), a French-Finnish documentary by Thomas Balmès * ''Happiness'' (2016 film), a Hong Kong film directed by Andy Lo Literature * ''Happiness'' (manga), a manga series by Shūzō Oshimi * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
We Were There (manga)
is a Japanese romance manga series written and illustrated by Yuki Obata. The story follows the relationship between Motoharu Yano and Nanami Takahashi, starting from their teenage years and continuing into their early twenties. It was serialized in Shogakukan's ''Betsucomi'' magazine from April 2002 to February 2012 and later collected into 16 bound volumes under the Flower Comics imprint. The manga is licensed for an English-language release in North America by Viz Media. ''We Were There'' was adapted into a 26-episode anime television series, produced by Artland and directed by Akitaro Daichi, which aired in Japan from July 3 to December 25, 2006. A two-part live-action film adaptation, starring Toma Ikuta and Yuriko Yoshitaka, and directed by Takahiro Miki, was released in Japan on March 17 and April 21, 2012, respectively. In 2005, the series won the 50th Shogakukan Manga Award in the ''shōjo'' manga category. Plot Nanami Takahashi, a teenage girl in her first year ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gag Manga Biyori
, or simply known as ''Gag Manga Biyori'', is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kosuke Masuda. It started in Shueisha's ''shōnen'' manga magazine ''Monthly Shōnen Jump'' in the January 2000 issue. The magazine ceased publication in June 2007, and the series was transferred to the then-brand new magazine ''Jump Square'' in November of the same year, where it was published until November 2014. Shueisha collected its chapters in fifteen ''tankōbon'' volumes. The manga continued in ''Jump Square'', under the title ''Gag Manga Biyori GB'', in December 2014. ''Gag Manga Biyori'' features a hyperactive, random, and nonsensical style that revolves around various plots and characters throughout. Its first anime adaptation was a short film animated by Toei as part of Jump Festa in 2002. The first anime series and the sequel were produced by Artland, while the third and fourth sequel were produced by Studio Deen, selecting stories from the manga. Most episodes a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |