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"Soreike! Anpanman: Soratobu Ehon to Glass no Kutsu" is a feature-length anime film based on the popular "Anpanman" franchise, which centers on the adventures of Anpanman, a superhero made of anpan (a sweet bread filled with red bean paste). The story begins with Anpanman and his friends living in a peaceful world where they help those in need. One day, a mysterious flying storybook arrives, bringing with it a pair of magical glass shoes. These shoes are said to grant the wearer the ability to fly, but they also carry a hidden curse.

The narrative takes a dramatic turn when Baikinman, the series' recurring antagonist, steals the glass shoes, hoping to use their power for his own selfish purposes. However, the curse begins to take effect, causing chaos and endangering the world. Anpanman, along with his loyal friends like Shokupanman and Currypanman, must embark on a journey to retrieve the shoes and break the curse. Along the way, they encounter new allies and face various challenges, including a mysterious girl named Glass who is connected to the shoes' origins.

The story explores themes of courage, friendship, and the consequences of greed. As Anpanman and his friends work together to restore balance, they learn valuable lessons about trust and the importance of selflessness. The film maintains the franchise's signature blend of lighthearted humor and heartfelt moments, appealing to both children and long-time fans of the series. The characters' interactions and the unfolding mystery of the glass shoes drive the plot forward, culminating in a climactic resolution that reinforces the series' core values.
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Soreike! Anpanman: Soratobu Ehon to Glass no Kutsu
それいけ!アンパンマン 空とぶ絵本とガラスの靴
Type: Movie
Date: 07/13/1996
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Staff
  • Director
    Akinori Nagaoka
  • Music
    Taku Izumi
    Hiroaki Kondō
  • Character Design
    Minoru Maeda
  • Animation Director
    Minoru Maeda
  • Director of Photography
    Hajime Hasegawa
  • Producer
    Toshio Nakatani
    Kazuhiko Yagiuchi
    Kiichirou Yamazaki
    Shinichirō Maeda
  • Screenplay
    Shoji Yonemura
  • Original creator
  • Art Director
    Yukihiro Yokoyama
  • Sound Director
    Etsuji Yamada
    Tomoaki Yamada
  • Executive producer
    Shunzō Katō
Production
  • Production
    VAP
    Nippon Television Network
    Froebel-kan Co., Ltd.
    Shochiku-Fuji Ltd.
    TMS-Kyokuchi
  • Animation Production
    Kyokuichi Tokyo Movie Shinsha