VOICED: Tokyo calls on manga heroes for 2016 Olympic bid

VOICED: Tokyo calls on manga heroes for 2016 Olympic bid

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Interactive Video

Arts, Social Studies, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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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.

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