The First 7 Anime in the World with Various Titles, from the First Premiere on the Big Screen - Most Episodes in History

Kapanlagi.com - This article will take us back to the early days of animation glory. Long before the wave of Japanese animation swept the world, there was one work that became a pioneer, starting an unforgettable journey in this field. Not just one, but there are several first anime in the world with various titles.

With iconic characters and captivating storytelling, the first anime in the world not only created entertainment, but also wove threads of imagination that connected generations. There was the first anime ever created, and there was the first anime with a lot of episodes.

Let's explore the history, creation, and phenomenal impact of the first anime that touched the hearts of millions of viewers worldwide. Get ready to delve into the nostalgia of animation art. Let's check it out, KLovers.

1. KATSUDO SHASHIN (1907)

Anime Katsudo Shashin (credit: Wikipedia.com)

The first anime in the world is titled KATSUDO SHASHIN. Yes, this is the first anime and animation created in Japan in 1907. This animation only has a duration of three seconds, KLovers.

Within that duration, we are only shown a boy writing and taking off his hat, and showing respect. In that anime, there are only two colors, red and black.

2. NAMAKURA GATANA (1917)

Anime Namakura Gatana (credit: Wikipedia.com)

After KATSUDO SHASHIN became the first anime in the world. Next, there is NAMAKURA GATANA which became the first anime shown on the big screen. This anime was created by a Japanese artist named Junichi Kouchi. However, some clips in this first anime feature film are missing.

And a small part is available in mini film versions. And some of them are still well-preserved in home versions. And reportedly, some new film fragments were found back in 2014. Since then, this simple anime has been restored by a Japanese historian and cultural expert named Natsuki Matsumoto.

3. URASHIMA TAROU (1918)

Anime Urashima Tarou (credit: Wikipedia.com)

Anime URASHIMA TAROU also became the first anime in the world in the form of a feature film. This simple anime tells the story of a fisherman who experiences an adventure or journey in the underwater world.

Interestingly, when the fisherman returns to his original world, it turns out that time has changed hundreds of years. This is like a fantasy anime story that is currently very popular in the anime world.

4. SENGA TSUBO (1925)

Anime Senga Tsubo (credit: imdb.com)

Then, in 1925, the anime story became even longer. Yes, like the anime SENGA TSUBO which became the first anime in the world with a quite long storyline, 17 minutes.

Interestingly, this anime has a manga-like appearance in the video. Even so, at that time, the anime SENGA TSUBO was very popular among young people in Japan.

5. KYOIKUSENGA UBASUTEYAMA (1925)

Anime Kyoikusenga Ubasuteyama (credit: special)

Still in the same year, this time there is an anime KYOIKUSENGA UBASUTEYAMA which became one of the first anime in the world with a quite long storyline, which is 25 minutes. This anime tells the story of a nobleman who treats his parents disrespectfully and a good-natured young man who treats his parents with respect. This anime aims to educate the young generation of Japan at that time. How about it? Interesting to watch, right?

6. SAZAE-SAN (1969)

Anime Sazae-san (credit: imdb.com)

Still with the title of the first anime in the world, this time there is an anime SAZAE-SAN which is the first and oldest anime series with long episodes. This anime, which aired in 1969, is known to have a total of over 7700 episodes since its debut. In fact, SAZAE-SAN anime also holds the Guinness World Record for the oldest animated television series with the most episodes displayed.

7. ANPANMAN (1988)

Anime Anpanman (credit: imdb.com)

And the first anime in the world is the anime ANPANMAN, which has the title of the first anime in the world because it is one of the oldest anime still airing. Created by Tatsunoko Productions, this anime ANPANMAN is considered the oldest running anime.

This show is broadcast on TV Asahi Japan and has been running for over 35 years since its first airing on October 3, 1988. Even in 2019, Anpanman is still the best-selling character in the country and still sells more than 80 million books as of February 2019.

Until now, it is known that the ANPANMAN anime franchise generated a total of 4.5 trillion yen in retail sales in 2013. The anime ANPANMAN is currently known to be ongoing with episodes, side stories, and films.

Those are some of the first anime in the world with various titles. This anime has various stories, from the first anime in the world shown on the big screen to the anime with the most episodes.

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