Kyokujitsu no Kantai

The Fleet of the Rising Sun / 旭日の艦隊
Kyokujitsu no Kantai
Genres: Action, Drama, Historical, Military
Themes: Historical, Military
Studios: J.C.Staff
Producers: Tokuma Shoten
Rating: 6.33 / 10
Rank: #8258
Popularity: #12771
Users Listed: 1,669
Users Scored: 191
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 02/18/2021
Aired: February 21, 1997 – January 1, 1970 (Winter)
Type: ova
Source: novel
Age Rating: PG 13
Episodes: 15

Synopsis:

Set against a backdrop of escalating global conflict in the mid-20th century, *Konpeki no Kantai* depicts a world where naval power defines international relations. Japan’s maritime forces extend their reach across the Atlantic, encountering a formidable challenge from the German Kriegsmarine. The narrative follows the intense strategic battles and human stories unfolding as nations clash for dominance on the seas. The anime explores themes of national identity, technological advancement, and the psychological toll of warfare through detailed portrayals of naval engagements and the individuals who command these vessels. It presents a grounded perspective on historical conflict, focusing on tactical maneuvers and the complex realities of naval combat rather than grand heroic narratives.

Staff:

  • Abe, Michihisa (Producer)
  • Matano, Hiromichi (Director)
  • Matsuura, Noriyoshi (Sound Director)
  • Okamoto, Hideki (Episode Director, Storyboard, Mechanical Design)
  • Takeda, Yuuichirou (Script)
  • Andou, Yoshinobu (Key Animation)
  • Hirose, Yoshinori (Art Director)
  • Kajitani, Mitsuharu (Mechanical Design)
  • Kataoka, Emiko (Key Animation)
  • Matsuda, Soichiro (Key Animation)
  • Ootsuka, Tsutomu (Planning)
  • Satou, Hiroaki (Art Director)
  • Suda, Masami (Character Design)
  • Tanazawa, Takashi (Mechanical Design)

Related Anime/Manga:

  • Konpeki no Kantai (anime - Alternative Setting)