TV-Series
Description
"Tomatoman" centers on a post-apocalyptic world where humanity struggles to survive after a catastrophic event has rendered most of the planet uninhabitable. The story unfolds in a barren wasteland where resources are scarce, and survival depends on the cultivation of a mysterious, genetically modified crop known as "Tomatos." These Tomatos are not only a vital food source but also possess unique properties that grant enhanced abilities to those who consume them. However, their cultivation is tightly controlled by a powerful corporation, AgriCorp, which monopolizes the distribution and enforces strict regulations to maintain its dominance.

The protagonist, Kaito, is a young farmer who lives in a small, struggling settlement on the outskirts of the wasteland. After discovering a rare, unaltered Tomato seed, Kaito becomes the target of AgriCorp's enforcers, who seek to eliminate any threat to their control. With the help of a rogue scientist named Dr. Hana, Kaito learns that the unaltered Tomato has the potential to restore the planet's ecosystem, offering hope for a sustainable future. Together, they embark on a journey to protect the seed and uncover the truth behind AgriCorp's sinister agenda.

As Kaito and Dr. Hana travel across the wasteland, they encounter various factions, each with their own motivations and conflicts. Among these are the Free Farmers, a resistance group fighting against AgriCorp's oppression, and the Nomads, a wandering tribe that views the Tomatos as sacred. The narrative explores themes of survival, environmental restoration, and the ethical implications of genetic modification, while also delving into the personal struggles of the characters as they confront their pasts and forge new alliances.

The series balances action, suspense, and emotional depth, with Kaito's growth as a leader and his evolving relationships with Dr. Hana and other key characters driving the story forward. The world-building is detailed, presenting a stark contrast between the desolate wasteland and the lush, vibrant potential of the restored ecosystem. "Tomatoman" ultimately builds toward a climactic confrontation between Kaito's group and AgriCorp, with the fate of humanity and the planet hanging in the balance.
Information
Tomatoman
サラダ十勇士トマトマン
Tomato-Man and the Knights of the Salad Table
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 50
Date: 04/03/1992 – 03/27/1993
Categories
Genre
AdventureComedy
Settings
Fantasy
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Cast
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Staff
  • Chief Director
  • Screenplay
    Yukiyoshi Ōhashi
    Hiroko Naka
    Miharu Hirami
    Kiichi Takayama
    Minori Ikeno
    Mihoko Inoue
    Masaaki Sakurai
  • Episode Director
    Hiromichi Matano
    Jōhei Matsuura
    Shinji Takamatsu
    Hideaki Ōba
    Susumu Ishizaki
    Masahiro Hosoda
    Jun Fukuda
    Hiroshi Ōta
    Jun Sakakibara
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
    Toshihisa Tōjō
  • Sound Director
    Fusanobu Fujiyama
  • Producer
    Toru Hasegawa
    Tomoyuki Ikeda
    Naoharu Fukase
  • Series Composition
    Masaaki Sakurai
  • Storyboard
    Hiromichi Matano
    Jōhei Matsuura
    Norio Yazawa
    Hideaki Ōba
    Takashi Ikehata
    Susumu Ishizaki
  • Music
    Edison
  • Character Design
    Toyoko Hashimoto
    Futago Kamikita
  • Animation Director
    Mitsuo Shindō
    Saburō Masutani
    Shinichiro Takagi
    Hiroshi Kagawa
  • Director of Photography
    Hitoshi Kaneko
Production
  • Production
    Yomiko Advertising, Inc.
    TV Tokyo
    TVQ Kyushu Broadcasting Co., Ltd.
    Gakken
    Animation 21
  • Animation Production
    Animation 21