Ametsuchi

📖 SYNOPSIS

"Ametsuchi" presents a puppet animation adaptation of the Kojiki, focusing on the genesis of Japan as described in its initial volume. The anime explores the creation of the Japanese archipelago, depicting its formation through the forces of nature. Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and the effects of climate change are central to the narrative, shaping the land and its features. These natural phenomena are interwoven with the mythological framework of the Kojiki, replacing various deities and presenting the creation story through a unique lens. The animation style, utilizing puppets, aims to bring the ancient myth to life, exploring themes of creation, transformation, and the interplay between nature and mythology. The focus remains on the foundational events that shaped the Japanese islands.