A Place Further Than The Universe is soon to be available in select North American e-stores, thanks to Anime Limited and Shout! Studios.
If you're a fan of uplifting slice-of-life anime, you're probably familiar with this gem. Produced by the legendary Madhouse studio, who also worked on epic titles like "Perfect Blue," "Death Note," and "Hunter x Hunter," this series is a beautiful celebration of youth, friendship, and adventure. It's like they took everything we love about feel-good anime and packed it into one incredible journey.
A Place Further Than The Universe isn't just any travelogue. It's an extraordinary tale of four girls who set off on an adventure to Antarctica.
Directed by the talented Atsuko Ishizuka, with Jukki Hanada weaving the narrative magic, this show is a masterpiece that has rightfully earned its spot in the hearts of anime lovers. It even won the 2019 Anime Trending award for Anime of the Year.
The A Place Further Than The Universe Collector’s Edition is a premium package that includes both the original Japanese version and an all-new English dub, which is a first for home video. The set includes a stunning slipcase, all 13 episodes across two Blu-ray discs, two CDs filled with the original soundtrack, four art cards, a poster, and a hefty 92-page booklet.
You can pre-order now at ShoutFactory.com.
The English voice cast includes talents like Xanthe Huynh (Edens Zero), Ama Lee (Attack on Titan), Kayli Mills (The Seven Deadly Sins), Erica Mendez (Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba), Daisy Guevara (Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens), Cassandra Lee Morris (My Hero Academia), Caitlyn Elizabeth (Little Witch Academia), Morgan Lauré (My Hero Academia), Cristina Vee (Sailor Moon), and many other incredible voices that bring a whole new dimension to the series.
About A Place Further Than The Universe
A Place Further Than The Universe is an original anime series that was not directly based on any pre-existing manga or light novel. The captivating Japanese anime television series premiered in January 2018 and has been widely praised for its emotional depth, character development, and stunning visuals.
The anime series was directed by Atsuko Ishizuka, known for her work on "No Game No Life", while the script was written by Jukki Hanada, who has worked on notable titles like "Steins;Gate" and "Love Live! School Idol Project." This collaboration between Ishizuka and Hanada, under the animation studio Madhouse, resulted in a beautifully crafted narrative that captures the essence of youth, friendship, and the pursuit of one's dreams against all odds.
The story follows four high school girls, each with her own set of fears, aspirations, and personal motivations, as they embark on an extraordinary journey to Antarctica. Mari Tamaki is driven by a desire to break free from the confines of her mundane life. She is joined by Shirase Kobuchizawa, whose determination to find her missing mother in Antarctica sets the course of their adventure. They are later accompanied by Hinata Miyake, a girl seeking camaraderie and escape from the traditional education system, and Yuzuki Shiraishi, a young actress searching for genuine friendship.
What sets A Place Further Than The Universe apart is not just its unique premise of teenage girls venturing into the harsh, unexplored wilderness of Antarctica but also how it meticulously explores themes of self-discovery, resilience, and the bonds of friendship.
Madhouse, the studio behind the series, is renowned for its high-quality animation and attention to detail, which shine through in Antarctica's breathtaking landscapes and the characters' nuanced expressions.
The soundtrack, composed by Yoshiaki Fujisawa, further enhances the emotional and adventurous tones of the series.