Product Description

--Yokai, Gamera, Daimajin! A photo collection that lets you enjoy the special effects technology of Daiei films

The definitive book that explains the history of special effects created by Daiei has been released!
This is a photo collection of precious stills and making-of snapshots from 103 Daiei special effects films, coinciding with the 60th anniversary of Gamera's birth (November 27th).
We will introduce as many films as possible that used special effects and makeup from the works of Daiei, a company that ran from 1942 to 1971.
The exhibition is divided into two sections, Daiei Kyoto and Daiei Tokyo, highlighting the evolution of their respective styles and techniques.
It also includes an explanation of Daiei's compositing techniques, which they were proud of, and a conversation between Haraguchi Tomoo and Higuchi Shinji, in which they discuss the appeal of both Daiei Kyoto and Daiei Tokyo.
From popular special effects works such as the Gamera series, the Daimajin series, and the Yokai series to ghost stories, ghost cats, and disaster movies.
The book is also packed with valuable photographs, including those of Eiji Tsuburaya's special effects works prior to Godzilla, such as Thus the Divine Wind Blows (1944) and Flower-Compare Tanuki Palace (1949).
In addition to the 60th anniversary of the birth of Gamera, who can be said to be the face of Daiei special effects, this year will be filled with anniversaries, such as the 70th anniversary (January 29, 2026) of the release of "Alien Appears in Tokyo," which can be said to be the origin of Daiei special effects, and the 60th anniversary (April 17, 2026) of "Daimajin," which is packed with Daiei special effects' finest technology.

Format: A4 size, side binding

• *Please note that the book's paper strip may not be included. Additionally, we do not offer replacements for any damage or wear to the strip.

Product Specifications

Series title

Daimajin , Giant Monster Gamera

Item code

640105

ISBN code

9784798640105

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