Exciting Preview of ‘Ganglion’ Episode 4
The anime series ‘Ganglion’, produced by Bushiroad Move, has unveiled the synopsis and visuals for its highly anticipated Episode 4. This episode, titled ‘Tokyo Cedar Pollen Operation - Academic Mounting Colonel’, showcases the chaotic events following a failed mission that leaves protagonist Isobe facing a night of turmoil.
Episode Details
Scheduled to air on October 24 (Friday) at 25:53 on TV Tokyo, this episode reveals Isobe training for another operation in the face of harsh criticism from his superior, Shadow Colonel. Set in the early 2000s in Tokyo, ‘Ganglion’ follows the life of Isobe, a combatant working for the organization aiming for world domination. Each episode encapsulates the struggles of everyday working individuals, tackling mundane office dramas turned chaotic battlefield scenarios.
Synopsis of Episode 4
After a botched operation, Isobe is unjustly reprimanded by his boss, Shadow Colonel. While trying to maintain his composure during work hours, he finds himself unraveling during a late-night outing at a food stall, a perfect reflection of the pressures faced by many in the workforce. The series captures a unique mix of humor and struggle, as Isobe deals with comical yet frustrating circumstances that affect his life and his work.
Theme Music Spotlights
Adding to the excitement is the ending theme song 'Miracle' performed by NIKO NIKO TAN TAN. Currently playing in famima's 'Mix Fam with Your Voice' program, audiences can catch this upbeat tune from 0:00 to 4:59 until October 27, making it another enticing element for fans of the show. The music complements the series well, enhancing the viewer's experience with its catchy rhythm and themes of resilience.
Broadcast Information
For viewers in Japan, here’s the airing schedule:
- - TV Tokyo: Airing every Friday from October 3 at 25:53 - 26:00
- - Television Osaka: Starting October 7, every Tuesday from 21:55 - 22:00
- - AT-X: Beginning October 3, every Friday from 20:30 - 20:45 (Premiere)
- - BS Yoshimoto: Starting October 4, airing every Saturday from 22:55 - 23:00
Creator and Staff
The show is based on the work of Katsuya Shiraiwa and illustrated by Takashi Itsuki, who brings unique perspectives to the narrative that reflect today's workforce struggles. The talented creative team consists of:
- - Director: Ayumu Watanabe
- - Scriptwriter: Harise
- - Character Design: Shigeru Fujita
- - Animation Production: studio maf
- - Music Production: InSPION
- - Sound Director: Kike Koizumi
Beloved voice actors are also part of the cast, including:
- - Kenji Isobe: voiced by Youshi Ueda
- - Shadow Colonel(Minoru Kageyama): voiced by Fumihiko Tachiki
- - Hope Man(HOPEMAN): voiced by Tomokazu Sugita
- - Setsuko Isobe: voiced by Aoi Koga
- - Takashi Isobe: voiced by Yoshino Aoyama
- - Yumiko: voiced by Hikaru Tono
- - Stall Owner: voiced by Sojiita Itao
This series is a light-hearted yet earnest take on office life, portraying the everyday battles of workers in the form of animated entertainment. Each moment of comedic relief is perfectly juxtaposed with relatable experiences of frustration, making it a one-of-a-kind showcase of modern struggles. Don’t miss the episode and enjoy the catchy theme song that is capturing the hearts of fans nationwide!
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Ganglion Anime
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