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É in MOTION No.2
The film follows the life of a single man, tracing his journey from birth through the various stages of existence. It explores the universal experiences of growth, love, loss, and the passage of time that shape his identity. Created for a 360-degree projection, the narrative unfolds in a continuous, immersive cycle. The story reflects the never-ending rhythm of life, where moments of joy and sorrow repeat, highlighting the eternal patterns that connect all human beings.
É in MOTION No.2
Movie · 1 ep. · 2012
Four Seasons of Japan
A young boy discovers a mysterious book that transports him into a world where the four seasons come to life. Guided by a small bird, he journeys through breathtaking landscapes that shift from cherry blossoms to autumn leaves, each season revealing its own beauty and challenges. The boy must find his way back home while learning to appreciate the fleeting moments of nature. As he travels deeper into this enchanted realm, he encounters spirits of wind, flowers, and snow who test his understanding of harmony and change. The boy realizes that the seasons are not just cycles of nature but reflections of human emotions and growth. With the help of his feathered friend, he must embrace the imper
Four Seasons of Japan
Movie · 1 ep. · 1985
Ohayou Crayon
A young girl wakes up in the morning and greets the world with a cheerful "Ohayou" (Good morning). As she goes through her day, she encounters a series of colorful and whimsical scenes, each inspired by the lyrics of the song. The video follows her journey through a vibrant, crayon-drawn world where imagination and reality blend together. The girl's morning routine becomes an adventure as she meets playful characters and explores fantastical landscapes. The music video captures the joy and innocence of childhood, celebrating the simple pleasures of a new day. Through its animated sequences, it brings to life the song's message of finding happiness in everyday moments.
Ohayou Crayon
Special · 1 ep. · 1987
Obake to Issho
A music video accompanies the song "Obake to Issho" by Tokyo Performance Doll. The video was created for broadcast on NHK's Minna no Uta program, which features short animated segments set to music. The visuals bring the song's playful and whimsical themes to life through animation. The video presents a lighthearted and imaginative world where everyday objects and characters take on a ghostly, supernatural twist. It captures the fun and curiosity of encountering friendly spirits, blending music and animation to create a charming short experience.
Obake to Issho
Special · 1 ep. · 1993
Muteki no Jii-chan
A group of young children look up to their grandfather with admiration and love. To them, he is the strongest and bravest person in the world, always ready to protect them and help others. They gather around him and sing a joyful song, praising his courage, kindness, and unwavering spirit. Through their innocent eyes, every simple act he performs becomes a heroic deed worth celebrating. The short film captures the warmth and tenderness of the bond between grandchildren and their grandfather. It shows how the children’s playful imagination transforms everyday moments into grand adventures, with their grandfather as the fearless hero at the center. Their song becomes a heartfelt tribute to th
Muteki no Jii-chan
Special · 1 ep. · 2009
Squishy Fish Eggs
Una joven toca por primera vez una bolsa de huevas de bacalao y descubre que su textura es idéntica a la de sus propios muslos. El color rosa pálido y la suavidad del alimento la llevan a una reflexión íntima sobre su cuerpo y su percepción del mundo que la rodea. A partir de ese momento, la protagonista comienza a cuestionar la naturaleza de la realidad, preguntándose si todo lo que la rodea podría estar hecho de esa misma sustancia blanda y gelatinosa. La película explora la delgada línea entre lo físico y lo subjetivo, sumergiendo al espectador en una experiencia sensorial y psicológica.
Squishy Fish Eggs
Movie · 1 ep. · 2020
Yumemiru Jump
A music video for the song "Yumemiru Jump" by the Japanese folk group Hirakawachi Itchoume. The video was created for NHK's Minna no Uta program, a long-running series that showcases short musical pieces accompanied by animation. The song itself carries a lighthearted and uplifting tone, typical of the group's folk style. The animation was directed by Toshio Nishiuchi, who brought the song's themes of dreams and jumping into a visual narrative. Through simple yet expressive imagery, the video captures the essence of taking a leap toward one's aspirations, blending the music with a whimsical visual journey. The short format of the special allows for a concise but evocative storytelling exper
Yumemiru Jump
Special · 1 ep. · 2005
Fat Ma Is Cleanin' the Room: Osouji Mama no Uta
Tomoko Tane's cheerful song "Fat Ma Is Cleanin' the Room: Osouji Mama no Uta" comes to life in a short music video produced for NHK's long-running Minna no Uta program. The animated segment pairs the upbeat tune with colorful visuals that follow a mother character as she energetically cleans a cluttered room. Bouncing along to the catchy rhythm, the video transforms the simple act of tidying up into a playful and whimsical sequence filled with exaggerated movements and bright, simple animation. The music video captures the lighthearted spirit of the original song, which celebrates the everyday routine of housework with a sense of fun and joy. As the mother sweeps, dusts, and organizes, the
Fat Ma Is Cleanin' the Room: Osouji Mama no Uta
Special · 1 ep. · 1986
MUNCH MUNCH
A young girl discovers a mysterious recipe for a cake that requires unusual ingredients: blue eggs, cookie flowers, and pillow stuffing. She sets out to gather these strange components, venturing into a whimsical world where everyday objects take on magical properties. As she collects each ingredient, she encounters surreal landscapes and gentle challenges that test her creativity and determination. The process of making the cake becomes a journey of discovery, blending fantasy with the simple joys of everyday life.
MUNCH MUNCH
Movie · 1 ep. · 2021
My Luxury Night
A woman spends a quiet evening in her apartment, surrounded by the soft glow of city lights and the comfort of her own space. She moves through her nightly routine with a sense of calm and introspection, each action deliberate and serene. As the night deepens, her solitude is interrupted by a mysterious presence that blurs the line between reality and imagination. The boundaries of her familiar world begin to shift, revealing a hidden layer of beauty and unease beneath the ordinary.
My Luxury Night
Special · 1 ep. · 2019
affordance
A lone figure wanders through a desolate, abstract landscape, grappling with the concept of "affordance"—the perceived possibilities for action that an environment offers. The protagonist questions whether humans can truly sense what lies beyond these immediate, functional interactions with the world around them. As they delve deeper into this existential inquiry, the film explores whether such awareness can lead to personal growth and alter the course of events. Through a series of surreal, psychological vignettes, the narrative examines the boundaries of perception and the potential for change when one transcends the limits of ordinary experience.
affordance
Movie · 1 ep. · 2016
Dear Viruses
In a world where humans and viruses are often seen as adversaries, a poetic message is sent to the very life forms that challenge our existence. This film explores the possibility of coexistence, reimagining the relationship from a fresh perspective. Through abstract and symbolic imagery, the narrative delves into the psychological and emotional dimensions of this bond, questioning what it means to live alongside something so small yet powerful. It is a contemplative journey that seeks understanding rather than conflict.
Dear Viruses
Movie · 1 ep. · 2021
Yasashii Kaze
A gentle breeze sweeps across a quiet park on an ordinary day. Several children are playing, each absorbed in their own world: one swings on a swing set, another chases a ball, a third sits alone on a bench. The wind, soft and warm, brushes against their skin, rustles the leaves, and carries the distant sound of laughter. For a moment, the children pause, as if sensing something unseen. The breeze seems to hold a memory, a whisper of something familiar yet forgotten, connecting them to a shared, fleeting experience. As the wind continues its course, the children return to their play, but the subtle touch of the air lingers, leaving a trace of calm and a hint of melancholy. The park remains u
Yasashii Kaze
Special · 1 ep. · 2003
Tana wo Tsukurimashou
A music video accompanies the song "Tana wo Tsukurimashou" performed by the vocal group Voce Angelica and singer Misao Nakahara. The piece was created specifically for broadcast on NHK's long-running music program Minna no Uta, which features short animated segments set to songs. The video likely depicted simple, cheerful visuals matching the song's theme of building a shelf, a common household activity. Despite being aired on national television in 1961, the video is now considered lost media. No known copies are preserved in NHK's archives or elsewhere, and no footage has surfaced in private collections or online. Its disappearance reflects the fragile nature of early television content,
Tana wo Tsukurimashou
Special · 1 ep. · 1961
Keijiban no Uta
In 1962, the Japanese public broadcaster NHK aired a music video for the song "Keijiban no Uta" by the vocal group Dark Ducks as part of its long-running program Minna no Uta. The video was a short visual accompaniment to the folk-inspired song, which tells a story through its lyrics. It was broadcast to a national audience during the program's early years. Today, the music video is considered lost media. No known copies of the original footage are believed to survive, and its exact visual content remains unknown. The song itself, however, continues to be remembered by enthusiasts of Japanese music history and lost media researchers.
Keijiban no Uta
Special · 1 ep. · 1962
Ekibasha
In 1962, a music video was produced for the song "Ekibasha" by the Nishirokugou Shounen Shoujo Gasshoudan and Tokyo Mail 8, featured on NHK's Minna no Uta program. The animation, created by Otogi Production and NHK, visually interprets the song's narrative about a stagecoach journey. The short aired as a single episode and is now considered lost media, with no known surviving copies. This makes it a rare piece of early Japanese animation history, though its exact content and style remain unknown to modern audiences. The song itself, however, continues to be remembered through audio recordings.
Ekibasha
Special · 1 ep. · 1962
Haru no Rondo
Toshie Kusunoki, a popular singer of the early 1960s, performed the song "Haru no Rondo" in a music video produced for NHK's Minna no Uta program. The short film was created by Otogi Production, a studio known for its pioneering work in Japanese animation, and aired as a single episode in 1963. The video combined Kusunoki's vocal performance with animated visuals, likely reflecting the cheerful and seasonal theme of the song. The music video is now considered lost media, with no known surviving copies in any archive or private collection. Its exact contents, animation style, and visual direction remain unknown to the public, making it a subject of interest among anime historians and lost me
Haru no Rondo
Special · 1 ep. · 1963
Tonchi Asobi
A music video for the song "Tonchi Asobi" by Fusako Amachi and the NHK Tokyo Jidou Gasshoudan. It was featured on NHK's Minna no Uta program, a long-running series that showcased animated music videos for children's songs. The video is considered to be lost media, with no known surviving copies. The song itself is a playful children's tune, and the animation likely accompanied its whimsical lyrics. The exact content of the video remains unknown due to its lost status, but it represents a piece of early Japanese animation history tied to educational broadcasting.
Tonchi Asobi
Special · 1 ep. · 1963
Osaru to Kagami
A music video was produced for the song "Osaru to Kagami" by Fusako Amachi and the Froebel Shounen Gasshoudan. It aired as part of NHK's long-running program Minna no Uta, which showcases animated segments set to popular songs. The video featured the titular monkey and its reflection, illustrating the song's playful lyrics about vanity and curiosity. Despite its broadcast, the video is now considered lost media. No known copies survive in any archive or private collection, leaving only the audio track and descriptions of its content. Its disappearance highlights the fragility of early television animation, especially for short-form works that were not preserved systematically.
Osaru to Kagami
Special · 1 ep. · 1963
Drops no Uta
In 1963, NHK broadcast a short music video for the song "Drops no Uta" by singer Mieko Hirota as part of its Minna no Uta program. The animated segment featured simple visuals typical of early Japanese television, accompanying the cheerful children's song. However, the original video has since been lost. No known copies exist in any archive or private collection, making it a piece of lost media. Despite searches by fans and researchers, the animation remains unseen, leaving only the audio and descriptions of its broadcast as remnants.
Drops no Uta
Special · 1 ep. · 1963
Da Nao Hua Shi
In a quiet studio, a painter works on his latest piece. Suddenly, a mischievous paper man springs to life from the canvas, causing chaos and disruption in the room. The paper man runs around, knocking over objects and creating a mess, much to the painter's surprise. The painter must find a way to subdue the unruly paper man and restore order to his studio. A comedic chase ensues as the two engage in a playful struggle, blending animation and live-action in this early Chinese animated short.
Da Nao Hua Shi
Movie · 1 ep. · 1927
GREEN MIX
A young girl walks through a surreal, monochrome cityscape, her presence contrasting with the stark, angular buildings and empty streets. She moves with a quiet determination, her path illuminated by an unseen light source that casts long shadows. The world around her is devoid of color and life, a silent landscape of concrete and steel. As she continues her journey, the environment begins to shift, with flashes of vibrant green breaking through the gray. The song "Green Mix" by B-DASH underscores her exploration, its energetic rhythm matching her steps. The girl's destination remains unclear, but the transformation of her surroundings hints at a deeper connection between her and the music
GREEN MIX
Special · 1 ep. · 2003
Nepos Napos
In the sky above the clouds, a mysterious land called Nepos Napos floats atop a whale-shaped cloud. Its inhabitants, the Nepos, live in a world filled with wonder and magic, where everyday life is intertwined with the whims of the sky. Among them is a young boy named Nepos, who dreams of exploring the vast expanse beyond his floating home. One day, a strange event disrupts the peace of Nepos Napos, threatening the delicate balance of their world. Nepos and his friends must embark on a journey to uncover the truth behind this disturbance, facing challenges that test their courage and friendship. Along the way, they discover secrets about their land and themselves that could change everything
Nepos Napos
Short series · 26 ep. · 2005
Kobo-chan Special: Matsuri ga Ippai!
Kobo Tabata is a mischievous kindergarten boy living with his family in a typical Japanese neighborhood. Along with his parents, grandparents, and baby sister, he navigates the everyday adventures of childhood, from playing with friends to getting into trouble at home. This special presents four short stories that capture the warmth and humor of Kobo's daily life. Whether he is preparing for a local festival or dealing with the antics of his family, each tale highlights the simple joys and challenges of growing up.
Kobo-chan Special: Matsuri ga Ippai!
Special · 1 ep. · 1994
Ban Ye Ji Jiao
In the old society, landlord Zhou Paopi exploits his farmhands by imitating roosters' crows in the middle of the night. As the Lunar New Year approaches, he devises a cunning plan to dismiss the exhausted workers and deny them their wages. Each night, after the farmhands lie down, Zhou sneaks into the chicken coop and mimics a rooster's crow, tricking the real roosters into crowing early. He then forces the tired laborers to get up and work in the fields, hoping their bodies will soon give out, giving him an excuse to fire them without pay. However, the farmhands begin to suspect the trick and uncover the landlord's scheme. They band together to expose his deception and fight back against h
Ban Ye Ji Jiao
Movie · 1 ep. · 1964
Oyo Neko Bunyan
Oyoyo is a fat, bad-tempered cat who lives with a human family that he finds utterly idiotic. Despite his grumpy nature, he manages to charm them with his antics, all while engaging in constant battles with the other pets in the neighborhood. His days are filled with mischief and clashes, as he tries to maintain his dominance over the local animal kingdom. Oyoyo's ongoing war with the neighborhood pets leads to a series of comedic conflicts, where his cunning and irritable personality often get him into trouble. As he navigates his daily life, he must balance his disdain for his human family with his need to outsmart his animal rivals, resulting in a chaotic and humorous existence.
Oyo Neko Bunyan
TV series · 31 ep. · 1984
Animated Classics of Japanese Literature
Two young men navigate the complexities of friendship and youth in early 20th-century Japan. One story follows a student's carefree days and his evolving relationships, while the other explores a man who rejects the very concept of friendship, challenging those around him. Both tales, adapted from classic Japanese literature, delve into the emotional struggles and social expectations of their time. The protagonists confront their own beliefs and the bonds that tie them to others, leading to moments of introspection and change.
Animated Classics of Japanese Literature
Special · 2 ep. · 1987
Baise Shandian 2
A group of girls first met through table tennis one summer, forming deep bonds over their shared passion for the sport. Now, that white light shines once more as they return to the table, ready to face new challenges and turn a new page in their story. Each girl brings her unique style and determination, honed through countless matches and personal growth. As the new season begins, the team must navigate intense rivalries and tougher opponents who test their skills and resolve. Old friendships are strengthened, but new pressures emerge both on and off the court. The girls must push beyond their limits, relying on each other and the lessons learned from past victories and defeats. The white
Baise Shandian 2
ONA · 12 ep. · 2028
Anzu-chan
Anzu is a little girl rabbit who lives in a lush green forest. She loves nothing more than playing in the forests and meadows, exploring the beauty of nature around her. Every day brings a new discovery, from colorful flowers to friendly animals, and Anzu enjoys every moment of her peaceful life in the wild. One winter morning, Anzu encounters a mysterious snowman that has appeared in the forest. Unlike anything she has seen before, the snowman seems to have a life of its own. Curious and a little frightened, Anzu must decide whether to approach this strange visitor. As she tries to understand the snowman's nature, she embarks on a gentle adventure that tests her courage and teaches her abo
Anzu-chan
Movie · 1 ep. · 2016
Mumyou no mon
In a desolate, post-apocalyptic world, a lone wanderer traverses a barren landscape under a perpetually gray sky. The traveler carries a heavy burden, both physical and emotional, as they move through the ruins of a forgotten civilization. Their journey leads them to a mysterious gate known as the Mumyou no mon, a threshold that seems to hold the key to their past and the future of this broken world. As they approach, memories and visions intertwine, forcing them to confront the choices that brought them here.
Mumyou no mon
Special · 1 ep. · 2013
Baobei Nüer Hao Mama: Kuaile de Jiating
Baobei Nüer Hao Mama: Kuaile de Jiating
Short series · 100 ep. · 2012
Cookie Master
Set in a small southern Chinese town during the early Republic period, Xiao Song and his aunt run a pastry shop. Through a series of lighthearted and thought-provoking daily episodes, the clever boy, his upright aunt, the sweet Xiao Tao, the kind Granny Liang, the lazy classmate Xiao Fu, the honest cart driver A Niu, and the greedy shopkeeper Qian engage in witty clashes and life lessons.
Cookie Master
Short series · 100 ep. · 2008
Seer 3 Da Dianying: Zhanshen Lianmeng
Seer 3 Da Dianying: Zhanshen Lianmeng
Movie · 1 ep. · 2013
Annyeong Jaduya 4: Jaduwa Chingudeul
Jadu is a lively and mischievous girl who lives with her parents and younger brother in a cozy Korean town. She spends her days playing with her best friends, getting into trouble at school, and learning life lessons from her family. Her boundless energy often leads to chaotic but heartwarming situations that reflect the simple joys of childhood. In this fourth season, Jadu and her friends face new adventures and challenges that test their bonds and creativity. From school projects to neighborhood games, each episode brings a fresh dose of humor and warmth. As they grow up, they discover the value of friendship, honesty, and sticking together through the ups and downs of everyday life.
Annyeong Jaduya 4: Jaduwa Chingudeul
Short series · 24 ep. · 2018