Overview
A chronicle of the life of Yasui Santetsu, a 17th century master of go who turned his attention to astronomy and created a new calendar for Japan. Based on the life of Santetsu Yasui (December 27, 1639-November 1, 1715), appointed as the first official astronomer in the Edo Period and would go on to create the Jokyo calendar at the imperial request.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer?
Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer was directed by Yojiro Takita.
Where was Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer produced?
It was produced by companies including KADOKAWA, Shochiku Studio, KADOKAWA Shoten, TBS, J Storm, MBS, CBC, RKB Mainichi Broadcasting Corporation, WOWOW, Hokkaido Broadcasting, The Asahi Shimbun, Mainichi Shimbun, jeki, Fukushima Minpō, TV-U Fukushima in Japan.
Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Tenchi: The Samurai Astronomer wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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