Utsunomiko: Tenjou-hen
1990
- Format
- OVA
- Aired
- 1990
- Episodes
- 13
- Status
- Finished
- Genres
- Adventure · Fantasy
Delving into the humans' spiritual journey to the Celestial Realm of Buddha, UTSU NO MIKO follows five friends on their quest to bring peace to a corrupt and chaotic Earth.
Born with a horn, Utsu no Miko found refuge on Mt. Kongo where he studies to become a God. But when the ruling imperial government seems to bring only devastation to the people, Miko and his friends venture on a 33-year quest to reach the Celestial Realm and meet the almighty Father of the North Star. Yet, the way is filled with danger, for the five humans intrude upon the world of immortals where the gods reign supreme. And, in order to reach their goal, Miko must first challenge them to battle.
However, they soon realize that the gods too are not without flaws and earthly desires. And for Miko, the hope of rescuing his love (Kagami) leads to the realization that the world cannot exist without the balance of gods' tumultuous soul, and the humans' will to survive and to love. For, as one life ceases, another takes its place. And only when there is true peace can people finally see the face of God.
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Utsunomiko: Tenjou-hen, released in 1990, serves as a direct follow-up to the original Utsunomiko OVA series, which began its run in the late 1980s. The franchise is based on the manga by Keisuke Fujikawa and Mitsuteru Yokoyama, a legendary figure in manga history known for his influence on the mecha and historical drama genres. This installment continues the epic fantasy narrative that blends Japanese folklore, mythology, and supernatural elements, reflecting the high-budget experimental animation style prevalent in the bubble-era OVA market.
The production sought to expand the scope of the mythological conflict established in the first arc, moving into the 'Heavenly Chapter' or Tenjou-hen. The animation was produced by Magic Bus, a studio tasked with translating Yokoyama's distinct character designs into a more fluid, cinematic format. While the series maintains a niche status today, it is regarded by enthusiasts of the 90s OVA boom as a notable example of the era's ambition to adapt complex, sprawling manga serials into standalone home video features.
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