Raiyantsuuri no Uta
1994 • Mushi Production
- Format
- MOVIE
- Aired
- 1994
- Episodes
- 1
- Status
- Finished
- Studio
- Mushi Production
- Genres
- Drama
An indentured Chinese laborer, brought to Japan to work in a coal mine during WWII, manages to escape his captors. He hides out in the Japanese countryside, so far from human habitation that he does not realize when the war ends, with ultimately tragic results. Based on a story by Yoichi Takashi.
Synopsis from AniList
Where to find one
Search for Raiyantsuuri no Uta on the marketplaces collectors use.
Listings from external marketplaces. We may earn a commission on qualifying purchases.
Where it came from
Raiyantsuuri no Uta, or The Song of the Lightning Tree, was produced by Mushi Production and released in 1994. The film was conceived as part of an effort to carry on the animation legacy of Osamu Tezuka following his passing, drawing upon his thematic interests in environmentalism and the intersection of human civilization with the natural world. It reflects the studio's mid-nineties commitment to traditional cel-based aesthetic values despite the shifting industry trends toward digital integration.
The film's visual narrative and artistic direction were heavily influenced by the distinct style popularized by Tezuka's works, emphasizing expressive character silhouettes and evocative, atmospheric backgrounds. While the project was intended to serve as a meaningful addition to the studio's filmography, it remained a niche production within the broader landscape of Japanese animation, receiving modest recognition compared to the studio's landmark television series.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI
Who's collecting this
Real anime collectors on collecto.rs who have this in their public collection.
About Raiyantsuuri no Uta
Raiyantsuuri no Uta is a anime in the Anime catalog on collecto.rs. 1994 • Mushi Production. Catalog data is sourced from AniList. No collectors on collecto.rs publicly track this anime yet — adding yours would make you the first.
How many collectors track Raiyantsuuri no Uta on collecto.rs?
Raiyantsuuri no Uta doesn't have any public collectors on collecto.rs yet. Sign up to add it and become the first.
Can I track my own copy of Raiyantsuuri no Uta?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your anime, upload photos, record condition, edition, and acquisition cost, and connect with other anime collectors. Your collection stays private by default.
Where does the Raiyantsuuri no Uta catalog entry come from?
The catalog entry for Raiyantsuuri no Uta is sourced from AniList. Catalog-level facts stay consistent across every collector; your own data (condition, edition, acquisition notes) is yours.
Is tracking anime free on collecto.rs?
Yes. Tracking your anime is free — no paid tier required to catalog items, upload photos, or share your collection.
Track every anime you own
Free. Fun. Collection photos, notes, organization, value tracking, friends — all in one place.
Sign up free
