Top wo Nerae! Kagaku Kouza

Gunbuster! Science Lesson / トップをねらえ!科学講座 / Aim for the Top! Science Lesson / Gunbuster! Science Course / Top wo Nerae! Kagakukouza
Top wo Nerae! Kagaku Kouza
Genres: Comedy, Mecha, Sci-Fi
Themes: Mecha
Studios: Gainax
Licensors: Discotek Media
Rating: 6.1 / 10
Rank: #9621
Popularity: #7201
Users Listed: 9,136
Users Scored: 4,450
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 05/24/2024
Aired: October 7, 1988 – September 18, 1995 (Fall)
Type: special
Source: original
Age Rating: G
Episodes: 6

Synopsis:

This series offers a supplementary look into the world of its main narrative through concise, animated science lessons. These short segments feature stylized character designs and present scientific concepts relevant to the story's setting in an accessible format. Presented as bonus material, these approximately two-minute episodes offer additional context and insight into the underlying principles governing the fictional universe. The tone is lighthearted and educational, providing a gentle exploration of scientific ideas alongside the core narrative. Viewers can expect a relaxed pace and a charming visual style, designed to enhance understanding rather than overwhelm with complex information. It serves as an engaging way to deepen appreciation for the series' world-building and thematic elements.

Episodes:

  • Episode 1: Science Lesson 1: The Theory of Ether Space (Aired: 10/07/1988)
  • Episode 2: Science Lesson 2: Starbows and the Rip van Winkle Effect (Aired: 10/07/1988)
  • Episode 3: Science Lesson 3: Faster-than-light Travel All About Warp (Aired: 01/01/1989)
  • Episode 4: Science Lesson 4: The Evil Space Monsters (Aired: 01/01/1989)
  • Episode 5: Science Lesson 4+1: The History of Spaceships (Aired: 09/18/1995)
  • ... and 1 more episodes

Characters:

  • Amano, Kazumi (Main)
  • Oota, Kouichirou (Main) - Voice Actors: Wakamoto, Norio
  • Takaya, Noriko (Main) - Voice Actors: Hidaka, Noriko

Staff:

  • Sasaki, Shirou (Producer, Planning)
  • Takanashi, Minoru (Producer, Planning)
  • Tsurumaki, Kazuya (Director, Storyboard, Key Animation, Screenplay)
  • Anno, Hideaki (Sound Effects, Screenplay, Planning)

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  • Top wo Nerae! Gunbuster (anime - Parent Story)