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Name: Gasaraki
Genre: Anime
Released: 1998-10-04
Cast: Mami KingetsuNobuyuki HiyamaToshiyuki MorikawaToshiyuki MorikawaShou Hayami

Not Rated
1998
1 Season
6.4 (310)

Gasaraki is a mecha anime that takes place in an alternate, near-future Japan where the country is facing political turmoil and economic downturns. The story follows the lives of the Yajima family, specifically brothers Kazuki and Kiyoshi, who are heavily involved in the development and production of the country's revolutionary G-System, an advanced mecha that utilizes a unique form of spiritual energy known as "mater."

As tensions between Japan and the United States rise, the Yajima family finds themselves caught in the middle of a dangerous game of politics and espionage. Alongside their new American counterparts, the Griffon team, the Yajima brothers must navigate the treacherous waters of international politics while also dealing with their own family drama and personal issues.

Throughout the course of the series, the characters are forced to confront difficult questions about their own values and beliefs. In a world where politics and economics dictate nearly everything, the Yajima family must grapple with the morality of their own actions and the consequences of their decisions.

One of the most fascinating aspects of Gasaraki is its blend of traditional mecha anime tropes with more philosophical themes. While much of the action takes place on the battlefield, the show also delves into complex issues like the role of the military in society, the ethics of weapon development, and the nature of consciousness itself.

The animation in Gasaraki is quite impressive for its time, with detailed character designs and intricate mecha battle sequences that showcase the power and agility of the G-System. The voice acting is also top-notch, with a talented cast of veteran seiyuu bringing the characters to life with emotion and intensity.

While Gasaraki may not be as well-known as some other mecha anime of its era, it is a show that is definitely worth checking out for fans of the genre. Whether you're interested in epic mecha battles or deep philosophical musings, Gasaraki has something to offer for everyone.

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Seasons

25. Gasara

October 4, 1998

Kazukiyo, unwilling to admit defeat, decides to use Misuzu to bring the Gasaraki. Will Miharu and Yushiro be able to convince Misuzu to avert the firestorm and chaos sure to follow?

24. Punctuation

October 4, 1998

Having obtained the location of their enemy's network hub, the Americans send 4 TAs to infiltrate and destroy it. It's up to the 3rd Experimentation Company to stop them from succeeding. Nishida's face off with the President of the U.S. comes to a close.

23. Eternal

October 4, 1998

The Americans, hoping to both provoke the Japanese and gather intel, send TAs to Ichigaya. But they only send one TA and it happens to be Miharu. Yushiro again confronts her, in hopes to dissuade her from harsh actions.

22. Personification

October 4, 1998

As Nishida's plans of retaliation against America continue to unfold, Yushiro confronts his brother Kazukiyo in regards to his ambitions pertaining to the kai.

21. Run

October 4, 1998

Ataka and Kaburagi run into Yushiro by chance. After learning from him that Miharu's been taken by Symbol, they decide to try and assist him on rescuing her and storm an air base.

20. Upheaval

October 4, 1998

The 3rd Experimentation Company elects to assist Nishida's ambitions. Their first task is to provide protection detail for the Prime Minister, but things quickly spin out of control.

19. Wails

October 4, 1998

Nishida and Colonel Hayakawa meet to discuss the possible utilization of the 3rd Experimentation Company in Nishida's plans. Meanwhile, Symbol moves in to recapture Miharu.

18. Rear Window

October 4, 1998

The Gowa family puts forth a plan to search for Yushiro. Meanwhile, Japan's Prime Minister is persuaded to deploy TAs to assist in controlling an impending riot.

17. Chaos

October 4, 1998

Yushiro and Miharu take refuge from the Gowa family in the city's Asian district. Meanwhile, Kazukiyo, Nishida, and Hirokawa move forward with their plans.

16. Karma

October 4, 1998

The history of the Kugutsu continues to play out as Yushiro and Miharu's spiritual ancestors move in on the capitol. When fully confronted by the horrors that the Kugai can bring, the "terror" is unleased.

15. The Threshold

October 4, 1998

Yushiro and Miharu arrive at the threshold of Kyoto. There, they uncover the truth of their shared history, the time when the Kugutsu made an attempt to overthrow the Emperor of Japan.

14. Companions

October 4, 1998

Kazukiyo meets with Nishida to discuss plans for influencing Japan's economy. During their conversation, Nishida recounts the tales of the Kugutsu, an ancient warrior clan that used large, biomechanical warriors known as the Kugai as weapons of war.

13. Disembark

October 4, 1998

The Gowa family undergoes a change in leadership, and with the new leader, a new direction with a goal of pitting all of Japan against Symbol. Meanwhile, Yushiro decides to follow the path of the kai in hopes that it will help him remember his past.

12. Unravel

October 4, 1998

Yushiro and Miharu are captured by the Gowa Corporation and SSDF. While Miharu is interrogated, Yushiro is charged in trying to succeed in subduing the rogue TA pilot.

11. Ties

December 13, 1998

Gowa's research on the artificial muscle recovered from Belgistan goes awry!

10. Kugai

October 4, 1998

Symbol dispatches TAs to the Stage of Stone to gather intel. While there, Miharu uncovers the secrets buried beneath the shrine... and uncovers an ancient relic of conflicts past.

9. Storehouse

October 4, 1998

In the aftermath of Symbol's break-in, the Gowas scramble to try and prevent their flight from the country. Yushiro, still reeling from the frightening truth of his existence, goes to the Stage of Stone in Kinashi for answers.

8. Harsh Worlds

October 4, 1998

The Gowa Corporation begins analysis of the enemy TA's artificial muscle salvaged from the skirmish in Belgistan. Meanwhile, Symbol plots to break into Gowa's research facility and recover information on Yushiro.

7. Return

October 4, 1998

The 3rd Experimentation Company is returning to Japan along with Yushiro, but others are not so sure about letting them return so easily. America wants to get their hands on the TA technology.

6. The Puppet

October 4, 1998

A coup is staged within Belgistan to allow for the quiet exit of Symbol's forces. Meanwhile, Yushiro is desperate to confront Miharu again and sets off on his own to meet with her.

5. The Touching

October 4, 1998

The SSDF's TAs fight against the mysterious TAs that have been supporting Belgistan, and the whole world watches as war journalist Ronald Feigen catches it on camera.

4. Mirage

October 4, 1998

The 3rd Experimentation Company is dispatched to the Shrine Hill explosion site for investigative efforts. There, they uncover a place similar to the Stone Stage back in Japan... as well as enemy TAs.

3. Tantric Circle

October 4, 1998

The 3rd Experimentation Company is getting ready to be dispatched to Belgistan; meanwhile, the Americans have already pushed forward with a full-scale assault on Belgistan with their tank battalions.

2. Opening Movements

October 4, 1998

As the United Nations pushes for a response to the Belgistani saber-rattling, the Gowa Corporation seeks to demonstrate the power of Tactical Armors to the modern militaries in hopes for widescale adoption.