Japanese animation center

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Author: Nobiau

Last revision: 25 Mar, 2022 at 22:23 UTC

File size: 15.92 MB

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Description:

This mixed influence tower reflects some aspects of the Japanese animation themes, link with the future, traditions, spirits and nature for example.
This building is adapted for futuristic, or asian dense leisure districts.
(It is surely inspired and made to fit in places which looks like Shinjuku, Shibiuya in Tokyo or Dotonbori in Osaka).

Also discover the other animation centers.

The anime universe from Japan is recognizable in between any other one. Linked by mangas esthetic, the animations offer a large panel of universes from the heroe’s adventures in space to dark urban environments, mystical forests or even pirate’s adventures!

From the 60’s with the emergence of Astroboy, or Jungle Taitei and then the big productions of Toei animation with Goldorak, Candy or Albator, the Japaneses series count as the most popular in the world. So many of the have evolved with the kids and teenagers from the 70’s to this day. A dark urban atmosphere have contributed to the dystopias prediction of the cyberpunk movement with Akira and Ghost in the Shell as for the most notable movies.

Even though the Japanese movies exist for more than a century, it is in the 80’s that it started to be recognized worldwide.
Driven by the famous Ghibli studios, a lot of wonderful creations from Hayao Miyazaki which are now considered as some of the most beautiful animated movies. Some other major animators are Isao Takahata and Mamoru Osada.

Far beyond from the "good" vs "bad" logic, the Japanese animation puts a lot of poetry, mythology, unexplainable events in their tales. Paprika is one of the best example to illustrate a weird nightmare environment.
The link with spirits, human impact on nature (Pomoko from Isao Takata) and ancient stories contributes to generate unique creations. Moreover, the huge quality of the drawings emphasizes the sensation of mystical atmosphere, freedom through travels. The ocean, the mountain and the sky always add a lot to this smooth opened feeling while watching those movies with Porco Rosso, Howl’s moving castle, the Grave of the Fireflies, Spirited away, Wolf Children…

>>>You will need the After Dark pack to find it, it is classified as a Leisure monument. <<<

>>> You need to subscribe to 5 PROPS (four animated videos), one shinjuku ligths pack and one flag for its best aspect. <<<

About the asset

Type of building: Unique Buildings, Tourism & Leisure
Size: 6X7

Model info

Tris: 31911
Texture size: 2048×2048
Texture types: diffuse, lightning and specular
LOD included
[+ 4 LED & 2 other props required]

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