SPECIAL EFFECTS PRODUCTION DESIGNER TOSHIO MIIKE’S

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This book reviews and summarizes the career of Toshio Miike, who continues to work at the forefront of the Japanese special effects scene (Tokusatsu).

With valuable materials such as miniature design drawings from the time of filming, hand-drawn special effects set plan diagrams, and production site photos taken by himself.

Since starting his career in 1984, Mr. Miike has worked on TV series such as “Kamen Rider,” “Super Sentai,” and “Ultraman,” as well as special effects art and special effects direction for the Heisei series of “Gamera” and “Godzilla.” He has continuously promoted the charm of “Japanese special effects” to the world. His 40-year career can be called the history of Japanese special effects art itself.

This book, full of rare and secret materials, will be a permanent keepsake for fans. The design is a masterpiece by his close friend, director Shinji Higuchi!

Pages:
256
ISBN:
9784801939653
Release Date:
June, 2024
Language:
Japanese
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Toshio Miike

Born on May 26, 1961, in Kumamoto Prefecture. After graduating from Kyushu University’s Faculty of Engineering in 1984, he studied under special effects director Nobuo Yajima. He worked on Toei’s Super Sentai series, Metal Hero, and Kamen Rider, then became a freelancer in 1989. He participated in special effects art for Toho’s Godzilla series, Daiei’s Gamera series, and Tsuburaya Productions’ Ultraman series. Currently, he is affiliated with the Special Effects Laboratory. Major works: “Gamera: Guardian of the Universe” (1995), “Godzilla: Tokyo S.O.S.” (2003), “Japan Sinks” (2006), “Ultraman Saga” (2012), “Giant God Warrior Appears in Tokyo” (2012), “Shin Godzilla” (2016), “Fukushima 50” (2020), “Shin Kamen Rider” (2023), etc.

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