VOICED: Tokyo calls on manga heroes for 2016 Olympic bid

The video discusses Yuichi Takahashi, the creator of the iconic manga character Captain Tsubasa, and his influence on a generation. It highlights the global success of manga, selling over 70 million copies worldwide, and its role in promoting Tokyo's bid for the 2016 Olympic Games. The video also explores the cultural significance of manga and anime in Japan, including phenomena like Gundam robots and cosplay. It concludes by examining how these cultural elements are becoming mainstream and shaping modern Japanese identity.

Who is Yuichi Takahashi?

• A Japanese Olympic athlete

• The creator of Captain Tsubasa

• A famous football player

• A manga critic

What role does manga play in Tokyo's Olympic bid?

• It is used to train athletes

• It is seen as a secret weapon for cultural promotion

• It is a form of protest against the Olympics

• It is a financial investment for the Games

How is manga perceived in Japanese culture according to the transcript?

• As an integral part of Japanese culture

• As a controversial topic

• As a declining art form

• As a minor cultural element

What is cosplay?

• A sport played in the Olympics

• A type of Japanese cuisine

• A traditional Japanese dance

• Dressing up as favorite manga characters

What challenge are the legendary manga heroes facing?

• A new manga series

• A rival manga creator

• The Olympic Games

• A decline in popularity