Gegege no Kitarou: Youkai Tokkyuu! Maboroshi no Kisha
ゲゲゲの鬼太郎 妖怪特急！まぼろしの汽車 / Gegege no Kitarou: Yokai Express! The Phantom Train / GeGeGe no Kitaro movie #9: Yokai Express! The Phantom Train
| Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Horror, Supernatural | |
| Studios: Toei Animation | |
| Rating: 6.04 / 10 | |
| Rank: #9948 | |
| Popularity: #13831 | |
| Users Listed: 1,238 | |
| Users Scored: 330 | |
| NSFW: No | |
| Last Updated: 01/16/2017 | |
| Aired: July 12, 1997 (Summer) | |
| Type: movie | |
| Age Rating: G | |
| Episodes: 1 |
Synopsis:
Set against a backdrop blending traditional folklore and contemporary urban life, this anime explores the hidden world of yokai that intertwines with humanity. The narrative centers on individuals unexpectedly drawn into conflicts between these supernatural entities, forcing them to confront both external threats and internal struggles. The story emphasizes character relationships as protagonists navigate complex moral choices while grappling with their newfound responsibilities within a world operating beyond everyday perception. Expect a thoughtful exploration of duty, sacrifice, and the blurred lines between reality and myth, presented through evocative visuals and a nuanced portrayal of both human and yokai motivations. The series offers a contemplative experience, inviting viewers to consider the delicate balance between these two realms.
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Characters:
- Kitarou (Main) - Voice Actors: Matsuoka, Youko
- Medama Oyaji (Main) - Voice Actors: Tanonaka, Isamu
- Babaa, Sunakake (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Yamamoto, Keiko
- Neko Musume (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Nishimura, Chinami
- Nezumi Otoko (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Chiba, Shigeru
Staff:
- Yoshizawa, Takao (Director)
- Araki, Shingo (Animation Director, Character Design)
- Himeno, Michi (Key Animation, Animation Director, Character Design)
- Hiroshima, Hideki (Assistant Director)
- Honma, Osamu (Production Manager)
- Mizuki, Shigeru (Original Creator)
- Oohashi, Yukiyoshi (Screenplay)
- Wada, Kaoru (Music)
- Yashima, Yoshitaka (Key Animation)
Related Anime/Manga:
- Gegege no Kitarou (1996) (anime - Parent Story)