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Tomino Yoshiyuki: War's Impact on Gundam's Vision

8/7/2025

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Tomino Yoshiyuki, the visionary behind "Mobile Suit Gundam," shares how his harrowing experiences during World War II shaped his artistic vision. Striving to portray the harsh truths of war, he breaks free from conventional storytelling. Now at 83, he passionately pursues new projects, urging the importance of critical thinking in our complex world.

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Tomino Yoshiyuki, the visionary behind "Mobile Suit Gundam," shares how his harrowing experiences during World War II shaped his artistic vision. Striving to portray the harsh truths of war, he breaks free from conventional storytelling. Now at 83, he passionately pursues new projects, urging the importance of critical thinking in our complex world.