Josee, the Tiger and the Fish is a novel written by Seiko Tanabe and released in 1985. The book received a film adaptation which was directed by Isshin Inudo and released in 2003. It starred Satoshi Tsumabuki as Tsuneo and Chizuru Ikewaki as Josee.
The film and its story has garnered attention overseas, and as the years pass by, that love has never fadedーit has continue to grow. Fans will be pleased to hear that this famous story will now receive an anime film adaptation which is slated for a 2020 release. It will be directed by Tamura Kotaro, who was assistant director for Wolf Children and director for Noragami.
Sayaka Kuwamura (Strobe Edge) is working as the screenwriter, Iizuka Haruko (Inu x Boku SS; Children of the Whales) is working as the character designer, and Bones (My Hero Academia; Space Dandy; Mob Psycho 100) is animating it. We will get to see an all-new interpretation of Josee led by a team of the industry’s best.
Tamura Kotaro said: “We can finally announce it. We were originally going to release it around the same Chinese zodiac year as when Seiko Tanabe released her short story Josee, the Tiger and the Fish, but we felt that the story will always have the power to capture countless peoples’ hearts no matter the time. It’s a story that is everywhere and nowhere. I would be happy if the spotlight shines on it once more with this film today in this new age.”
The office for Seiko Tanabe said: “The protagonist Josee is a girl who is disabled at the legs and looks at the world a little different from others. By showing love to others, doors to the big wide world begin to open for Josee. That feeling you get just before you open a door and you feel weak at the knees, and the surprise and overwhelming happiness that flows through you you open it. We We hope that the people who watch this film join and enjoy Josee’s adventure. We believe the writer, Seiko Tanabe, would want the same.”
©2020 Seiko Tanabe/ KADOKAWA/ Josee Project (Japan/Overseas)
©2003 “Josee, the Tiger and the Fish” Film Partners
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Josee, the Tiger and the Fish – Anime Adaptation
Release Date: 2020
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish – 2003 Film
On sale on DVD and Blu-ray to rave reviews
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The official music video for Eve's song Ao no Waltz has just been unveiled. This is the main theme song for the anime movie Josee, the Tiger and the Fish. The film is based on the famous original story by Seiko Tanabe, who was awarded the Akutagawa Prize - one of Japan's most sought after literary prizes. The official music video includes many scenes from the movie which are perfectly aligned with the lyrics of the song. Check it out below. "Ao no Waltz" Official Music Video
Eve is set to release his first ever EP Kaikai Kitan/Ao no Waltz on December 23, 2020 with the film's debut to follow on December 25, 2020. Explore the world of the movie with Eve's new EP. ©2020 Seiko Tanabe/ KADOKAWA/ Josee Project Information
Kaikai Kitan/Ao no Waltz
Release Date: December 23, 2020
Jujutsu First Press Limited Edition (CD+DVD): ¥2,500 (Tax Included) [TFCC-86741]
Josee First Press Limited Edition (CD+Merch): ¥2,500 (Tax Included) [TFCC-86742]
Regular Edition (CD-Only): ¥2,000 (Tax Included) [TFCC-86743]
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Eve released the music video for his song Shinkai on Monday (December 7). The track serves as an insert song for the upcoming anime film Josee, the Tiger and the Fish which is set for release on December 25, 2020. The music video was directed by Mariyasu who also directed Eve's music video for Inochi no Tabekata. Eve - "Shinkai" Music Video
Shinkai is now available to listen to on major music streaming and download services. Information
Shinkai
Download/Stream Here: https://tf.lnk.to/shinkai
‘Kaikai Kitan/Ao no Waltz’ Special Site: https://eveofficial-kaikaiwarutsu.com/Josee, the Tiger and the Fish
Release Date: December 25, 2020
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Eve's new song Shinkai was released digitally on Friday (December 4). The track serves as an insert song for the upcoming anime film Josee, the Tiger and the Fish which is set for release on December 25, 2020.
Eve's upcoming EP Kaikai Kitan/Ao no Waltz which will be released on December 23, 2020, and pre-orders are now open in Japan. ©2020 Seiko Tanabe/ KADOKAWA/ Josee Project Information
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Release Date: December 25, 2020
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Eve has announced that his first ever EP Kaikai Kitan/Ao no Waltz will be released on December 23, 2020. The EP will feature a total of seven songs including Eve's opening theme Kaikai Kitan for the TV anime series Jujutsu Kaisen, the main theme Ao no Waltz and insert song Shinkai (song reading not confirmed, ‘心海’ in Japanese) for the upcoming anime film Josee, the Tiger and the Fish which is set for release on December 25, 2020, Yakusoku for the new project WonderWord, and three additional tracks.
Jujutsu Edition copies of the EP include cover art from Jujutsu Kaisen and comes with a DVD featuring 'exclusive video content.' Josee Edition copies feature Josee, the Tiger and the Fish cover art, while Regular Edition copies feature original artwork by Mah who also worked on Eve's previous releases Bunka, Otogi, and Smile. Select music stores in Japan are offering additional gifts to those who pick up copies of the EP. If you order the CD in Japan by November 20, 2020, you will also get a music video DVD and free sticker. Full info can be found on the EP's official website. ©Gege Akutami / Shueisha・Jujutsu Kaisen Production Committee©2020 Seiko Tanabe/ KADOKAWA/ Josee Project Information
Kaikai Kitan/Ao no Waltz
Release Date: December 23, 2020
Jujutsu First Press Limited Edition (CD+DVD): ¥2,500 (Tax Included) [TFCC-86741]
Josee First Press Limited Edition (CD+Merch): ¥2,500 (Tax Included) [TFCC-86742]
Regular Edition (CD-Only): ¥2,000 (Tax Included) [TFCC-86743]
EP Official Website: https://eveofficial-kaikaiwarutsu.com/
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Release Date: December 25, 2020
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It has been announced that Eve's new song Shinkai (song reading not confirmed, '心海' in Japanese) will be used as an insert song in the upcoming anime film Josee, the Tiger and the Fish, which is set to release in Japan on December 25, 2020. Eve is also performing the film's main theme Ao no Waltz.
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish is a novel written by Seiko Tanabe and released in 1985. The book received a film adaptation which was directed by Isshin Inudo and released in 2003. This will be the first anime adaptation. The animated film will be directed by Tamura Kotaro, who was assistant director for Wolf Children and director for Noragami. Sayaka Kuwamura (Strobe Edge) is working as the screenwriter, Iizuka Haruko (Inu x Boku SS; Children of the Whales) is working as the character designer, and Bones (My Hero Academia; Space Dandy; Mob Psycho 100) is animating it. We will get to see an all-new interpretation of Josee led by a team of the industry’s best. Taishi Nakagawa will voice the university student Tsueno while Kaya Kiyohara will voice the wheelchair-bound Josee. You can hear Eve's new track in the latest promotional video below. Josee, the Tiger and the Fish | Promotional Video ©2020 Seiko Tanabe/ KADOKAWA/ Josee Project (Japan/Overseas)©2020 S.T/ K/ J.P（短縮版） Information
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish
Release Date: December 25, 2020
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish Official Website: https://joseetora.jp/Eve Official Website: http://eveofficial.com
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Eve will perform the main theme song Ao no Waltz for the upcoming anime film Josee, the Tiger and the Fish which is set for release in Japan on December 25, 2020. This is the first time that the singer-songwriter has written a main theme for a film.
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish is a novel written by Seiko Tanabe and released in 1985. The book received a film adaptation which was directed by Isshin Inudo and released in 2003. This will be the first anime adaptation. The animated film will be directed by Tamura Kotaro, who was assistant director for Wolf Children and director for Noragami. Sayaka Kuwamura (Strobe Edge) is working as the screenwriter, Iizuka Haruko (Inu x Boku SS; Children of the Whales) is working as the character designer, and Bones (My Hero Academia; Space Dandy; Mob Psycho 100) is animating it. We will get to see an all-new interpretation of Josee led by a team of the industry's best. Taishi Nakagawa will voice the university student Tsueno while Kaya Kiyohara will voice the wheelchair-bound Josee. A special 60-second promotional video for the film was released and features a snippet of Eve's new song Ao no Waltz. Check it out below. "Josee, the Tiger and the Fish" 60 Second Promotional Video Eve | Comment
"I have been given the opportunity to perform the main theme song for Josee, the Tiger and the Fish. The first time the director showed me the storyboards for the film, it felt as if the characters were and still are really alive. I remember how moved I was by the beauty and level of detail in them, like the animation was jumping out at me. They received the song I wrote warmly. I wrote it while trying to find a commonality between Josee, who is shy and clumsy, and I questioned what exactly something that hasn't worn away with time would look like. I'm overjoyed to have been put in charge of a small part of this film." ©2020 Seiko Tanabe/ KADOKAWA/ Josee Project Information
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish
Release Date: December 25, 2020
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