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Nikkei Asia
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Nikkei Asia
AI will not change humans, says 'Ghost in the Shell' creator
Life Masamune Shirow's sci-fi manga universe is thriving 40 years after his debut Masamune Shirow's seminal manga "Ghost in the Shell" explores the intersection of technology and humanity through the story of Motoko Kusanagi, a cyborg special forces officer. (©Shirow Masamune/Kodansha) RYOHTAROH SATOH TOKYO -- As society stands on the brink of a technological revolution, the influence of artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly visible across all aspects of life -- from the economy and culture to our daily routines. Experts and industry leaders are deeply engaged in debates about AI's future, contemplating whether it will surpass human intelligence, a theme long explored in classic science fiction. It is perhaps no surprise, then, that Masamune Shirow's 1989 manga classic "Ghost in the Shell" -- which presents a scientifically coherent future vision of the relationship between humans and AI -- is enjoying a resurgence in popularity.
Hypebeast
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Brain Dead Debuts Collaborative 'Ghost in the Shell' Collection
Summary Brain Deadteamed up withGhost in the Shellfor a new collaboration The upcoming capsule is based on the artwork of creator Masamune Shirow, and features a total of three T-shirts. Offered in options of black, white or monotone, the pieces deliver unique artwork that reinterpret the philosophical worldview and analog cyber images of the beloved manga/anime. Closing it out is a black cap with co-branded insignias in purple. Check out the collab above. TheGhost in the Shellx Brain Dead collection will pre-release at Brain Dead Studio in Los Angeles on July 5 alongside a screening of the 1995 film and a Q&A with the Kodansha staff. The capsule will be available online via theBrain Dead webstoreon July 9. Brain Dead Studios611 N Fairfax AveLos Angeles, CA 90036
Forbes
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘Ghost In The Shell' Anime Teaser Reveals New Logo By Hajime Sorayama
The new logo design by Hajime Sorayama. The upcoming anime adaptation from Science Saru of the classic manga series Ghost in the Shell by Masamune Shirow reveals a new logo by Hajime Sorayama. Hajime Sorayama is a fascinating artistic figure, known for his somewhat racy robot designs. He also did the album cover of Just Push Play by Aerosmith. So, having him design the logo for a new Ghost in the Shell anime (shown above) is definitely an interesting choice. The new teaser trailer (shown below) also continues to emphasize that this anime adaptation of Ghost in the Shell will be visually very faithful to the original manga. Honestly, I am entirely behind this. We've had multiple anime adaptations of Ghost in the Shell over the years, and most of them have deviated from the source material quite a bit. The other interesting piece of news is that renowned author EnJoe Tou will pen the script for this anime. He has a long and involved bibliography, but in recent years, he's worked on anime as well, with Godzilla Singular Point being notable. Either way, I was onboard the moment Science Saru was announced to be doing the anime's production. In my opinion, after Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken, Science Saru can do no wrong, and the inclusion of all these additional creative figures in this new Ghost in the Shell anime fills my heart with a rare sense of hope that this will pan out decently. In any case, my fingers and toes are firmly crossed that this new Ghost in the Shell anime will land properly once it is released next year. Follow me on X, Facebook and YouTube. I also manage Mecha Damashii and am currently featured in the Giant Robots exhibition currently touring Japan.
Forbes
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Masamune Shirow Exhibition In Tokyo Is As Extensive As It Is Great
The Masamune Shirow Exhibition at the Setagaya Literary Museum is definitely worth going to. The somewhat enigmatic manga creator Masamune Shirow finally has an exhibition in Tokyo commemorating his work, and it is utterly fascinating. For many, Shirow is one of the definitive modern manga creators and is also hugely influential. From his work on Appleseed to Ghost in the Shell, his work has helped to define contemporary science fiction and cyberpunk for decades. Naturally, his manga has also been adapted into anime over the years, in some cases multiple times. The latter is likely where many know his name from, especially when it comes to Ghost in the Shell. However, this exhibition covers a lot more than that. Not only does it cover Shirow's influences, but also the actual tools he uses to make manga. You also get walkthroughs of his actual manga work for each series, from Dominion to Black Magic, Orion, and many more. FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™ Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase Pinpoint By Linkedin Guess The Category Queens By Linkedin Crown Each Region Crossclimb By Linkedin Unlock A Trivia Ladder Obviously, works like Appleseed and Ghost in the Shell have a sizable presence, but the exhibition itself is more considered than that. Shirow even has panels throughout the exhibition giving his thoughts on various subjects, such as the origins of the Fuchikomas from Ghost in the Shell, and that they were inspired by the quadrupedal tank from the Akira manga by Katsuhiro Otomo. You also have a timeline of Shirow's thoughts on technological progress, which is an interesting idea, seeing how much of his manga tried to predict the future. In any case, for any fan of Shirow and his long-running career in manga, this exhibition is a must-see. Held at the Setagaya Literary Museum, tickets cost 1,500 yen (or around $10 at the current exchange rate). The exhibition also has an artbook, featuring many of the pieces on display, and that too comes highly recommended and costs 4,180 yen (or around $29 at the current exchange rate). The exhibition will run until August 17. Masamune Shirow Exhibition Masamune Shirow Exhibition Gallery Location: Setagaya Literary Museum Duration: April 12th - August 17th Entrance: 1,500 yenFollow me on X, Facebook and YouTube. I also manage Mecha Damashii and am currently featured in the Giant Robots exhibition currently touring Japan.
