Kazunari Ninomiya Joins the Cast of Oshirimae Man: A New Legend Begins
In a very interesting update for anime fans, it has been officially revealed that the popular actor and singer Kazunari Ninomiya will be lending his voice to a major character in the upcoming full-length animated film, Oshirimae Man: Resurrection of Oshirimae Empire. This project is the brainchild of the talented anime creator and illustrator Takashi Taniguchi, who is known for his unique and quirky artistic style. Ninomiya is set to play the role of Oshirimae Legend, a character that carries a lot of weight in the movie's universe. Along with this big announcement, a fresh trailer has also been dropped, giving us a first glimpse of this legendary character in action.
The character of Oshirimae Legend isn't just any side role; he is actually the teacher of Oshirimae Man and serves as the predecessor to the hero. Director Takashi Taniguchi shared his thoughts on why he specifically wanted Ninomiya for this part. He mentioned that he needed someone who could naturally fit into the "out of focus" atmosphere of the work, where the boundaries of the world are a bit hazy. Ninomiya apparently had just the right vibe to pull off such a complex and unusual character without making it feel forced.
A Challenge for the Veteran Performer
Talking about his experience, Kazunari Ninomiya mentioned that playing the role was quite a challenge. He felt it was very important to "make a fool of myself" in a way that felt authentic and not just like he was pretending. For him, participating in this film is like celebrating the 20th anniversary of the director's creative career. He even joked that while people might find the concept a bit hard to believe, he is totally serious about the passion behind this project. He really hopes that the viewers can feel that direct connection and enjoy the madness that makes people realize why Oshirimae Man is the next must watch for any true fan.
The new trailer dives into the origins of our butt-front hero. There is a very touching scene where Butt Front Man meets Butt Front Legend for the first time. In the trailer, you can also hear a powerful line where the Legend expresses his wish to entrust the future to the young boy. But that's not all—fans of Ninomiya’s singing are in for a treat as well! It turns out both he and the director have collaborated on a song for the movie titled Oshirigamae ni Arishikun. You can catch a snippet of it in the trailer, and the full version is expected to land on Taniguchi’s YouTube channel very soon.
The Vision of Takashi Taniguchi
It is truly impressive how Takashi Taniguchi operates. He started his journey on YouTube, where he basically did everything himself—from the drawing and writing to the voice acting and even the singing. This film version, Oshirimae Man: Resurrection of the Oshirimae Empire, follows the story of Maejiri, who is just your average office worker but with a twist—his butt is on the front. He takes on the duty of a hero to keep his city safe. Understanding the creator's journey is a big part of knowing why Oshirimae Man is the next must watch, as the film remains a very personal and core production for him.
- Core Production: Taniguchi is handling the screenplay, animation, and direction personally.
- Unique Voice Cast: The addition of Ninomiya brings a new level of star power to the indie animation scene.
- Musical Element: The custom soundtrack and theme songs add a lot of flavor to the storytelling.
With such a passionate team and a totally unique concept, this movie is definitely going to be something people talk about for a long time. Whether you are here for the comedy or the surprisingly deep lore of the Oshirimae Empire, there is something for everyone to look forward to in this release.
