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407 Replies 100349 Views 0 Likes 12 Participants Last post by tatsunokofan 14 Nov 2009 10:02

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 11 Jan 2009 18:49

Hi all! Most of you are aware of Gatchapin, that combination of Gatchaman and the Fuji TV kids show character Gachapin, but I figure most of you have not had the opportunity to see any episodes of the Gatchapin TV series. Well, it turns out that Fuji TV has the show available on their Fuji TV Kids Club website. The show can be found here: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html It should be pretty easy to spot, since it's the second show listed on the page. They make one episode available each weekday, with the current episode highlighted in red. New episodes become available each weekday around 9:00am Japan time, and on the weekends all five episodes from that week are available for viewing. You need to be registered with their kids club in order to view the shows on that page. Since the registration process can be a pain, I've gone ahead and done that for you. You'll need the following: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin When you click on the current episode, it will come up with a small window with a "Play" arrow in it. When you click on that, it will go to a page asking for the ID number and the password. Once you've entered those, it will take you back to the main page, where you can click on the current episode again, press play, and the episode will appear in a new window. Starting today, they are at the beginning of the first Gatchapin series, "Go Go! Gatchapin." Today's episode is titled "Gatchapin Vs Pierre Katse." Yes, these are entirely in Japanese, but the stories are aimed at young kids, and are very easy to follow. The average episode of this series involves Gatchapin out on patrol in Kitashinagawa, doing good deeds and other civic-minded activities, when he is spotted by his arch enemy, Pierre Katse. Pierre Katse attempts to set some sort of trap for Gatchapin, and these traps never work. Then, in proud tradition of Wile E. Coyote, the traps backfire and catch Pierre Katse instead. Humiliated, Pierre Katse must report his failure to his "Boss," who is less than pleased. And all this takes place in less than 3 minutes. So, now's is your chance to give Gatchapin a try! They're silly, harmless fluff that's aimed at young kids, so don't expect anything deep and meaningful here. Be warned, though, that I've found that they can become a bit addicting after a while. Enjoy, and remember, there's a new episode available tomorrow! James

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 11 Jan 2009 18:58

Thank you James, Animekiss

Animekiss

Those are going to be so much fun to watch. I just wish I could download each episode to watch again and again and ....

shamrokchick Forum Legend posted 11 Jan 2009 19:01

Thanks James for sharing this Smile

Smile

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 11 Jan 2009 19:57 (edited 11 Jan 2009 20:09)

James, this is so fantastic of you to do this! Thank you! Thanks

Thanks

kneelsuckers

ETA I just watched it. That's hysterical!!!!! ROFL 2

ROFL 2

DH loved it too! I think my favorite part was Katse's boss frying him... Lightning

Lightning

Barrdwing Exalted Member posted 12 Jan 2009 10:14

I can second the comment about these things being addicting. I can't follow more than one word in fifty of the dialogue, but the storylines themselves are pretty easy to follow even without it. And Pierre Katse is as funny as heck. You actually start feeling sorry for the guy, because as bad guys go his heart just doesn't seem to be in it. But he's got his orders, and he follows them as best he can. I would too, if my boss looked like an evil version of Jeannie in the Bottle (anyone remember the animated opening credits for I Dream of Jeannie?).

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 12 Jan 2009 10:42

Thank you, James! That was so cute and funny -I agree that Katse is the best part. I will definitely tune in tomorrow too!

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 12 Jan 2009 14:44

Thanks James for setting that up for us.

Springie Her Royal Fluffiness...Swan of Swans... posted 12 Jan 2009 15:46

Oh that was a trip! And Katse is da bomb! Too cute! I love the drawing of Katse at the end! Thanks for sharing this, James!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 12 Jan 2009 16:25 (edited 12 Jan 2009 17:20)

LOL, I just saw today's episode! I have a few questions, though. 1) What was Katse eating? I'm sure it's some tofu or seafood thing, but it looks like marshmallows in BBQ sauce. 2) Did Gatchapin tell the schoolgirls to go one way and then they ended up leaving in the opposite direction? 3) Did Katse actually have a bandage on his mask? ROFL 2

ROFL 2

Too funny! DS saw this one and loved it! (He's 6.)

Springie Her Royal Fluffiness...Swan of Swans... posted 12 Jan 2009 16:52

These episodes are such a trip...so silly...yet addictive! I am already looking forward to tomorrow's ep! TJ, that thing Katse was eating looked like marshmallows dipped in chocolate to me!

Hinotori Babbling Loonie posted 12 Jan 2009 17:18

OMG! I'm

ROFL 2

here!! This is awesome!!!! Looks like I have a new addiction to feed everyday! (funny how this new addiction relates so well to my prior addiction!) Thanks so much for letting us know and setting us up to watch these, James! You are the best!!!! Bowdown

Bowdown

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 12 Jan 2009 17:24

Hi all!

1) What was Katse eating? I'm sure it's some tofu or seafood thing, but it looks like marshmallows in BBQ sauce.

It's Dango, a Japanese dumpling. I'm not certain, but I believe it's a Mitarashi Dango that he's eating. You'll find that Pierre Katse eats a lot of Dango in this series.

2) DId Gatchapin tell the schoolgirls to go one way and then they ended up leaving in the opposite direction?

Exactly what Gatchapin is pointing about is not explained, only that his (silent) conversation with the girls is enough to distract him what what Pierre is doing and that the girls seem pleased with what he has spoken to them about.

3) Did Katse actually have a pandage on his mask?

I don't know about a pandage, but he did have a bandage.

Too funny! DS saw this one and loved it! (He's 6.)

You have a six year old Nintendo DS? Wow, and here I thought they were first released in 2004... James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 12 Jan 2009 17:33

I am so hooked. I love the fact that they use original Gatchaman music, and Sosai X at the end cracks me up, except I was hoping he'd zap Katse again in this ep!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 12 Jan 2009 18:34 (edited 12 Jan 2009 18:38)

Originally posted by lborgia88 I am so hooked. I love the fact that they use original Gatchaman music, and Sosai X at the end cracks me up, except I was hoping he'd zap Katse again in this ep!

Didn't you hear the little threatening crackling sound as Katse backed away? ROFL 2

ROFL 2

Thanks for the responses, James, and I'm glad you're getting a laugh out of my typos. It's the least I can do to repay you, after you set up the account for us all to watch! Cheeky

Cheeky

Oh and I'd be happy to show you my 6 year old DS. It plays all kinds of games, including unique Gatchaman ones. Wink

Wink

ETA Perhaps I'm slow, but I just realized that the 'trap' Katse keeps trying to lay for Gatchapin is a 'black hole'! pound

pound

That's quite the in-joke!!!!

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 12 Jan 2009 20:19

Originally posted by Transmute Jun
Originally posted by lborgia88 I am so hooked. I love the fact that they use original Gatchaman music, and Sosai X at the end cracks me up, except I was hoping he'd zap Katse again in this ep!
Didn't you hear the little threatening crackling sound as Katse backed away? Thanks for the responses, James, and I'm glad you're getting a laugh out of my typos. It's the least I can do to repay you, after you set up the account for us all to watch! Oh and I'd be happy to show you my 6 year old DS. It plays all kinds of games, including unique Gatchaman ones. ETA Perhaps I'm slow, but I just realized that the 'trap' Katse keeps trying to lay for Gatchapin is a 'black hole'! That's quite the in-joke!!!!

Of course -a black hole! Perfect. Laugh1

Laugh1

Hinotori Babbling Loonie posted 13 Jan 2009 15:41

OMG, I didn't realize that!! And as I was watching today's ep, I started cracking up and thinking "I love this black hole thing!", but never made the connection! pound

pound

Oh, and TJ, I loved this comment about your DS...

Oh and I'd be happy to show you my 6 year old DS. It plays all kinds of games, including unique Gatchaman ones.

I can certainly attest to that! ROFL 2

ROFL 2

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 13 Jan 2009 16:39

Hi all! Episode #3 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Fearsome Black Hole." As a reminder, it can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 13 Jan 2009 17:00

Hmmm.... I'm starting to see a pattern in these.... Wink

Wink

James, do you know what Gatchapin bought at the store?

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 13 Jan 2009 17:31 (edited 13 Jan 2009 17:34)

Hi all!

Hmmm.... I'm starting to see a pattern in these....

You see a lot of Pierre and Black Holes toward in the early episodes of the series, but that changes after the first five or six episodes.

James, do you know what Gatchapin bought at the store?

He picked up a platter of sushi. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 13 Jan 2009 17:39

Originally posted by tatsunokofan He picked up a platter of sushi.

I guess it makes sense for a turtle to eat raw fish! Wink

Wink

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 13 Jan 2009 17:47

Hi all!

I guess it makes sense for a turtle to eat raw fish!

Gachapin is supposed to be a young dinosaur, so it's safe to assume that Gatchapin is one too. He has a friend, Mukku, who is a young sasquatch. Mukku turns up later in the run as Dr. Mukkun. James

shamrokchick Forum Legend posted 13 Jan 2009 19:36

I thought he was a turtle too...

Hinotori Babbling Loonie posted 14 Jan 2009 16:23

Ack! I missed ep 3! Is there anyway to catch it?? Going to watch ep 4 before I miss that one too!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 14 Jan 2009 16:44

Hi all!

Ack! I missed ep 3! Is there anyway to catch it??

Yes, there is. On the weekends, the previous five episodes are all available for viewing. So you'll have those two days in which to watch any episodes that you missed during the week. Come Monday, though, the previous week's episodes are gone, replaced by the next batch of episodes. And, in case you haven't noticed, episode #4, "Pursuing Gatchapin!," is now online. It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 14 Jan 2009 16:57

Since you missed it, Hino, here are my exciting screencaps:

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 14 Jan 2009 17:15

I missed the third one as well, so I am looking forward to seeing them all this weekend.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 15 Jan 2009 15:55

Hi all! Episode #5 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Secret of the Black Hole!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Hinotori Babbling Loonie posted 15 Jan 2009 17:13

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Yes, there is. On the weekends, the previous five episodes are all available for viewing. So you'll have those two days in which to watch any episodes that you missed during the week.

Excellent! Thanks for the info, James!! Thanks

Thanks

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 15 Jan 2009 17:20

James, how many eps of gatchapin are there? I am just wondering how many weeks this lovely show will continue. woohoo

woohoo

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 15 Jan 2009 17:43

Hi all!

how many eps of gatchapin are there? I am just wondering how many weeks this lovely show will continue.

Well, Go Go! Gatchapin was produced in two chunks of 20 episodes each, both featuring Pierre Katse struggling against Gatchapin. This was followed up by Science Ninja Team Gatchapin, a 10 episode series featuring toys and action figures being used like marionettes, and had Gatchapin and Dr. Mukkun fighting Berg Katsepin and his henchmen. During the run of the series, Gatchapin is joined by the rest of the Science Ninja Team in Gatchapin form. There was then a second series named Science Ninja Team Gatchapin, but this was once again a live action series, with people in the Gatchapin and Dr. Mukkun costumes (But none of the other Ninja Team characters), with Gatchapin fighting a different "mystery man" in each of the 20 episodes. So, adding up the total runs of all the Gatchapin series, there are 70 episodes. If Fuji Kids runs all of them, there will be new Gatchapin episodes for 14 weeks. And, if that weren't enough, there are also 2 special stories that were made for the DVD release. These special videos haven't turned up anywhere else. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 15 Jan 2009 18:00

The new episode is up!

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 16 Jan 2009 04:54

Thank you James. Cloud Crosses fingers, in hopes of 14 weeks of laughter.

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 16 Jan 2009 06:47

Finally got to watch one. Can't wait till tom. to get caught up.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 16 Jan 2009 16:06

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, all five epiodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the next set of episodes will be up! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 16 Jan 2009 21:36

In honor of these fabulous Gatchapin episodes, I decided to pay tribute to our dinosaur (turtle) friend:

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 16 Jan 2009 22:24

Originally posted by Transmute Jun In honor of these fabulous Gatchapin episodes, I decided to pay tribute to our dinosaur (turtle) friend:

Noooo!! Not Ken! Laugh2

Laugh2

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 17 Jan 2009 03:16

Hi all!

In honor of these fabulous Gatchapin episodes, I decided to pay tribute to our dinosaur (turtle) friend:

Despite apearances, he really is a dinosaur. Here's an English-language page from the Fuji TV Kids site regarding Gachapin and Mukku that tells a little bit about them, including what type of animals they are: http://www.fujitvkids.co.jp/english/chara/chara_01.html James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 17 Jan 2009 09:38

We believe you, James. Just like we believe that the New God Phoenix is not supposed to be a chicken, and 7-Zark-7 is not supposed to be R2-D2. Cheeky

Cheeky

shamrokchick Forum Legend posted 17 Jan 2009 21:57

Originally posted by lborgia88
Originally posted by Transmute Jun In honor of these fabulous Gatchapin episodes, I decided to pay tribute to our dinosaur (turtle) friend:
Noooo!! Not Ken!

Laugh1

Reminds of the pictures where the team was changed to cats

Springie Her Royal Fluffiness...Swan of Swans... posted 18 Jan 2009 07:33

Must go check and see if Gatchapin ever fell into the hole! LOL

Hinotori Babbling Loonie posted 18 Jan 2009 07:58

Gosh I wish I could understand Pierre Katse! Something tells me I'd be ROFL 2

ROFL 2

more than I already am!

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 18 Jan 2009 08:59

Originally posted by Hinotori Gosh I wish I could understand Pierre Katse! Something tells me I'd be more than I already am!

I totally agree Hino, I really feel like I am missing half the comedy. but then maybe I am only thinking there is more going on than there is and I am making more funny comments up in my mind than are really being said.

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 18 Jan 2009 09:24

Finally caught up with the series. James the extra page that explains more of the Gatchapins are helpful, I was wondering what those things were on Kens arms.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 18 Jan 2009 15:51

Hi all! Episode #6 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Gatchapin Disappears Into Darkness." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 18 Jan 2009 18:31

As soon as I started playing it, my kids came running to watch. My DD kept wanting to know if 'they changed the weapon today'. She was so excited to see that it wasn't a black hole! I think my DS expected Pierre Katse to throw the fruit at Gatchapin, though.

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 18 Jan 2009 19:25

I am really growing fond of Pierre Katse -he was so cute shopping for tomatoes (if that's what they were), and trying to hide behind the stack of baskets. I'm starting to want him to get Gatchapin, who aside from picking up some litter, doesn't seem to be doing anything particularly heroic!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 18 Jan 2009 19:48

Originally posted by lborgia88 I'm starting to want him to get Gatchapin, who aside from picking up some litter, doesn't seem to be doing anything particularly heroic!

He gave directions to the schoolgirls...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 19 Jan 2009 15:49

Hi all! Episode #7 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Wounded Devil." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 19 Jan 2009 17:03

Thanks, James! I have to say though, that this is the first one that confused me on the plot. It just seems so disjointed. So, first Katse is biking to pick up groceries. But when he comes out he sees Gatchapin and hides. Gatchapin moves his bike to a proper parking position (Although at first we all thought Gatchapin was stealing Katse's bike!) and when Gatchapin leaves, Katse emerges with his groceries. This, I get. But then it segues to weird, disjointed shots of Katse chasing Gatchapin down the street. Then, after the 'commercial break' we see Gatchapin walking in the park. This seesm totally unrelated to the previous bits. I get the whole 'Katse hides while Gatchapin uses 'Magic Stick' and then he cannot follow through the portal. I'm just still trying to figure out what it had to do with the bike, the groceries, and the chase down ths street... Am I over thinking this? I never got Teletubbies either...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 19 Jan 2009 17:24 (edited 19 Jan 2009 17:26)

Hi all!

This seesm totally unrelated to the previous bits.

The two sequences are unrelated to each other. This happens quite often in this series.

But then it segues to weird, disjointed shots of Katse chasing Gatchapin down the street.

Get used to these shots. they turn up again in later episodes.

Am I over thinking this?

Yes, you are. Trying to make sense of this show will only hurt your brain. You'd have an easier time trying to make sense out of H.R. Pufnstuf James

Ladygalactor777 Boardie posted 19 Jan 2009 17:53 (edited 19 Jan 2009 17:54)

[FONT=comic sans ms]It was funny when Katse is walking with the groceries & then he trows it... when he saw Gatchapin hahahahahhah also his mecha is a bike hahahahha[/FONT]

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 19 Jan 2009 19:01

Originally posted by Ladygalactor777 also his mecha is a bike

I never thought of that! Good point, LG! Lol2

Lol2

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 20 Jan 2009 15:48

Hi all! Episode #8 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Do-Or-Die Operation." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 20 Jan 2009 17:06

pound

Katse was skipping!!!!!!!

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 20 Jan 2009 19:07

Thank you James for keeping on top of this and posting these daily reminders.

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 21 Jan 2009 06:54

Poor Katse, zapped by X again! I am really feeling for this guy now -he deserves a break!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 21 Jan 2009 15:53

Hi all! Episode #9 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Tears of the Drenched Devil." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 21 Jan 2009 16:28

So.... it occurs to me that Gatchapin isn't really too bright... Wink

Wink

(Yes, I know, this occurred to me already, it's just the first time I'm mentioning it.)

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 21 Jan 2009 18:21

It makes you wonder why Leader X wants Pierre Katse to keep going after him -it doesn't seem like Gatchapin is doing anything to interfere with them (not that I much enjoy getting drenched from the rain!)

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 21 Jan 2009 18:33 (edited 21 Jan 2009 18:42)

Hi all!

So.... it occurs to me that Gatchapin isn't really too bright...

Maybe he simply doesn't see Pierre Katse as a threat. A stalker, perhaps, but not a threat.

It makes you wonder why Leader X wants Pierre Katse to keep going after him

Because he's there... James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 21 Jan 2009 19:06

Originally posted by lborgia88 It makes you wonder why Leader X wants Pierre Katse to keep going after him -it doesn't seem like Gatchapin is doing anything to interfere with them (not that I much enjoy getting drenched from the rain!)

Didn't you see it? Gatchapin was handing out flyers denouncing Galactor! ROFL 2

ROFL 2

Ebonyswanne Gatchamaniac posted 22 Jan 2009 03:15

What rock have I been hiding under... I didn't know about Gatchapin. I wonder if it can be downloaded.

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 22 Jan 2009 08:45

Originally posted by tatsunokofan
It makes you wonder why Leader X wants Pierre Katse to keep going after him
Because he's there... James

Laugh2

But that's too easy! At least we knew that Wile E. Coyote wanted to eat the Roadrunner. Still, I'm racking my brains now, but can't for the life of me recall why Witchipoo (spelling?) was out to get H.R. Pufnstuf, other than "she was a witch." I guess we don't spend much time pondering characters' motivations when we're children!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 22 Jan 2009 09:52

Hi all!

But that's too easy!

We really don't have a lot of motivation for Pierre going after Gatchapin in the first set of Gatchapin stories (Beyond Gatchapin being the hero and Pierre Katse being the villain with a touch of OCD when it comes to going after the hero. Seriously, the guy will drop whatever he's doing to go after Gatchapin whenever he spots him), but you'll be happy that the second set of stories in "Go Go! Gatchapin" gives him a more understandable motivation.

I'm racking my brains now, but can't for the life of me recall why Witchipoo (spelling?) was out to get H.R. Pufnstuf, other than "she was a witch."

Witchiepoo was after Freddie, the magic flute that Jimmy had found. Pufnstuf acted as Jimmy's protector as they tried to find a way to get Jimmy and Freddie safely back home. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 22 Jan 2009 13:39

Originally posted by tatsunokofan We really don't have a lot of motivation for Pierre going after Gatchapin in the first set of Gatchapin stories (Beyond Gatchapin being the hero and Pierre Katse being the villain with a touch of OCD when it comes to going after the hero. Seriously, the guy will drop whatever he's doing to go after Gatchapin whenever he spots him)

That's not entirely true. It seems that 'Sosai' will zap Katse whenever he fails. That would be plenty of motivation for me!!!!

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 22 Jan 2009 15:31

Originally posted by Ebonyswanne What rock have I been hiding under... I didn't know about Gatchapin. I wonder if it can be downloaded.

Ebony, I don't think that you can catch up with last weeks episodes, but on the weekend you can view all of this past weeks. Hope you get to see all of this weeks.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 22 Jan 2009 16:20 (edited 22 Jan 2009 17:08)

Hi all! Episode #10 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Gatchapin's Burning Rage." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 22 Jan 2009 16:54

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Witchiepoo was after Freddie, the magic flute that Jimmy had found. Pufnstuf acted as Jimmy's protector as they tried to find a way to get Jimmy and Freddie safely back home. James

That's right -the flute! It's coming back to me now... distant memories from the 1970s. On the topic of 70s nostalgia, I saw a poster in a movie theatre a few weeks ago for some kind of remake of the "Witch Mountain" movies.

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 22 Jan 2009 16:58

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Episode #10 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Gatchapins Burning Rage."

I love the title! All I can think of is Ken in ep. 54, "Gatchaman Burns with Rage." Is Gatchapin enraged because Katse almost caught him this time (since obviously Pierre Katse isn't responsible for the death of Gatchapin's father)?

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 22 Jan 2009 17:20

Hi all!

I love the title! All I can think of is Ken in ep. 54, "Gatchaman Burns with Rage."

Gatchapin doesn't seem to be very enraged about much of anything. Instead, I think you hit the nail on the head when you brought up the title for Gatchaman #54. If you look at them, many of the titles for Gatchapin episodes are homages to Gatchaman episode titles. Whether these titles work well for the plots of the Gatchapin episodes is subjective, but you can see what they were trying to do. James

Springie Her Royal Fluffiness...Swan of Swans... posted 22 Jan 2009 17:22

OMG...HR Puffnstuff freaked me out! I couldn't watch it...something about those permanent grins was just too much for me! Makes me wonder how much "puffing and stuff" the people who made it were doing!

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 23 Jan 2009 06:31

I liked it, but I remember finding parts of it scary -I think there was some scene where Witchiepoo had PufnStuf tied up, and said she was going to cook and eat him (things like that freaked me out -my mother could tell you how many nightmares Disney's "Call it Courage" gave me!). I only saw it as a film. In the little community where I grew up, they showed movies for kids in the Junior High School gymnasium on Friday evenings on an old reel-to-reel projector, and I saw PufnStuf (and a lot of other movies) with my friends that way. Good times...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 23 Jan 2009 16:48

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, all five epiodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! And don't forget, around this same time on Monday in Japan, the next set of episodes will be up! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 23 Jan 2009 17:24

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Enjoy! And don't forget, around this same time on Monday in Japan, the next set of episodes will be up!

I'd forgotten that there wouldn't be a new one today -this forces me to admit how hooked I'm becoming to a daily Gatchapin fix. I suppose I can rewatch them all now -I need something to do before Battlestar Galactica comes on in an hour and a half!

Ebonyswanne Gatchamaniac posted 23 Jan 2009 22:07

I have some catching up to do when I get home... I'm interested in watching some of these eps!

Hinotori Babbling Loonie posted 25 Jan 2009 06:33

These are great! I love the guy who plays Pierre Katse - his expressions and mannerisms crack me up!! Can't wait to see what happens in next week's eps! Wink

Wink

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 25 Jan 2009 09:15 (edited 25 Jan 2009 09:33)

I think this has been posted before, but given our recent interest in Gatchapin, I thought I'd post this again: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXctZep3HKI&feature=rec-HM-fresh+div

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 25 Jan 2009 09:24

I hadn't seen that before! Laugh1

Laugh1

I have to say that action moves and hero poses come off a lot better if the person doing them looks like Ken rather than a plushy green dinosaur! Still, Gatchapin seems to be able to fly, whereas Ken only glides.

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 25 Jan 2009 14:06

Katse skipping and throwing his grocery bags in the air, those are only some of the highlights.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 25 Jan 2009 15:58

Hi all! Episode #11 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Pierre Katse's Sweet Trap." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 25 Jan 2009 16:15 (edited 25 Jan 2009 16:16)

Okay, two questions: First, aren't you just drooling all over this Japanese candy? Drool2

Drool2

Second, what is the little girl putting in Katse's basket? At first I thought it might be a Flake, but on closer inspection of the box, I'm not so sure...

In any case, how can you not love a guy who gets so excited over a 'Rice Choco'? Roll

Roll

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 25 Jan 2009 17:37

Now I understand ep. 12, the "Ibukuron" episode, and ep. 86, the "sugare" episode, better -clearly all Katses have big sweet tooths! I thought those two girls in the candy shop were cute -smiling at Pierre Katse and even putting candy in his basket. Sure doesn't make him seem like a convincing villain though!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 25 Jan 2009 18:08

Hi all!

Second, what is the little girl putting in Katse's basket? At first I thought it might be a Flake, but on closer inspection of the box, I'm not so sure...

I'm really not sure. All Pierre asks for is something "tasty," and that's what the girls hand him. Unfortunately, the box and the candy aren't shown clearly enough for me to tell what it is.

In any case, how can you not love a guy who gets so excited over a 'Rice Choco'?

Ahh, that Pierre Katse is such a hedonist! Wink2

Wink2

James

Springie Her Royal Fluffiness...Swan of Swans... posted 25 Jan 2009 18:11

I'm loving Katse on the tire swing, too! Katse is da bomb!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 25 Jan 2009 21:17

Those girls are clearly young Galactor minions... destined to be Devilstars...

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 26 Jan 2009 16:13

Okay, James, I need some help... what's going on at the end of this one, where Katse is looking out at the sunset? Is he fed up with his boss' zapping all the time? Am I missing an important plot point? Wink

Wink

Oh yeah, everyone... the new one is up. Wink

Wink

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 26 Jan 2009 16:44

It does end differently than the others, doesn't it? Usually Pierre Katse just stands there and submits to the zapping, and that's the end... Didn't James once tell us that the ending first conceived for Gatch I had Katse turning against Sosai X? Wink1

Wink1

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 26 Jan 2009 16:49

Originally posted by lborgia88 It does end differently than the others, doesn't it? Usually Pierre Katse just stands there and submits to the zapping, and that's the end...

And this time he did a pretty good job avoiding the zaps!

Didn't James once tell us that the ending first conceived for Gatch I had Katse turning against Sosai X?

Hmmm..... this could be why they decided to use 'Katsepin' for awhile... Wink

Wink

Ebonyswanne Gatchamaniac posted 26 Jan 2009 17:24

I'm a sweet tooth so drooling over lollies isn't new for me!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 26 Jan 2009 18:33

Hi all!

Okay, James, I need some help... what's going on at the end of this one, where Katse is looking out at the sunset? Is he fed up with his boss' zapping all the time? Am I missing an important plot point?

Well, he obviously feels that he's being unjustly zapped, since he is trying his best. But, despite his looking at the sunset and crying out, "Boss, you're an idiot!," he then turns and mutters how he has to go back.

Didn't James once tell us that the ending first conceived for Gatch I had Katse turning against Sosai X?
Hmmm..... this could be why they decided to use 'Katsepin' for awhile...

You're reading too much into this. This is a show for very young kids, and complex plotlines are not something that are included here. Anything beyond what you see on the surface is simply your imagination at work. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 26 Jan 2009 18:37

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Well, he obviously feels that he's being unjustly zapped, since he is trying his best. But, despite his looking at the sunset and crying out, "Boss, you're an idiot!," he then turns and mutters how he has to go back.

That's something along the lines of what I was thinking. Thanks for confirming this, James! Thanks

Thanks

Bowdown

You're reading too much into this. This is a show for very young kids, and complex plotlines are not something that are included here. Anything beyond what you see on the surface is simply your imagination at work.

I agree. I was just joking. Wink

Wink

I know that doesn't always come through the internet very well, and I freely admit that my sense of humor is quite warped. I am actually very much reminded of watching Sesame Street with my own kids. I keep thinking about Super Grover when I see Gatchapin walking around... Regardless, I appreciate your kindness in answering all of our inane questions, James. Cheeky

Cheeky

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 27 Jan 2009 16:14

I just watched the latest one -Katse's given up trying to lasso Gatchapin, but I can't say his new plan is much better!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 27 Jan 2009 16:21

Hi all! Episode #13 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Moving Rope's Secret." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 27 Jan 2009 17:22

James, quick question: what was going on with the black and white flash? Did Gatchapin see Pierre Katse and ignore him? It seemed like I missed something there. Okay, I know I'm over-thinking this Wink

Wink

so for everyone else, let's discuss this in fun: how come Katse and Gatchapin keep 'running into' each other? Do they both live in the same neighborhood? Is Gatchapin on patrol? It seems like often Pierre Katse isn't necessarily out to catch Gatchapin, but is shocked to see him about. If Gatchapin is on patroil, he's doing a lousy job. Perhaps Katse's boss just wants control of the neighborhood, like some glorified street thug. Another observation: Katse sure loves to eat! He's at the grocery store, picking up groceries on his bike, at the candy store, eating dango... it's amazing this guy isn't fatter than Gatchapin! Wink

Wink

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 27 Jan 2009 17:41 (edited 27 Jan 2009 17:41)

Hi all!

quick question: what was going on with the black and white flash? Did Gatchapin see Pierre Katse and ignore him? It seemed like I missed something there.

More like Pierre Katse is laying in wait to spring his latest trap on Gatchapin, and Gatchapin didn't see him as he walked by. How could he have missed him? Well, he is a baby dinosaur, so he might have a brain the size of a walnut.

Is Gatchapin on patrol?

Yes, he is. As the Narrator comments in this latest episode, Gatchapin in on his daily patrol to make sure all is peaceful in the city.

If Gatchapin is on patroil, he's doing a lousy job.

Or perhaps he simply doesn't see Pierre as much of a threat of the safety of the city. Admittedly, from what we've seen, he really isn't a threat to anyone but himself. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 27 Jan 2009 18:15

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Or perhaps he simply doesn't see Pierre as much of a threat of the safety of the city. Admittedly, from what we've seen, he really isn't a threat to anyone but himself.

Of course, if that were true, then Pierre shouldn't bother hiding and freaking out every time Gatchapin shows up! Wink

Wink

At least he didn't lose his groceries today! Grin

Grin

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 27 Jan 2009 18:20

Hi all!

Of course, if that were true, then Pierre shouldn't bother hiding and freaking out every time Gatchapin shows up!

I don't know... How would you react if you saw a baby dinosaur in a white cape and helmet walking down the street? James

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 27 Jan 2009 19:02

James and TJ your comments are cracking me up. I think I am loving them more than the Gatchapin eps. It definitely makes them more interesting to watch.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 27 Jan 2009 20:01

Originally posted by tatsunokofan I don't know... How would you react if you saw a baby dinosaur in a white cape and helmet walking down the street?

If it were wearing a Gatchaman costume I'd probably be jumping up and down and squealing like a teenager. Faint

Faint

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 27 Jan 2009 20:01

Originally posted by clouddancer James and TJ your comments are cracking me up. I think I am loving them more than the Gatchapin eps. It definitely makes them more interesting to watch.

Glad my strange sense of humor can make your day, CD! Huggles

Huggles

veritas Exalted Member posted 28 Jan 2009 00:33

I think I'm missing out here. Dont know if its not available to the UK, but I dont get any options to put in the PW. Shame if I cant as theres some top level slacking off I need to attend to.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 28 Jan 2009 06:34

Originally posted by veritas I think I'm missing out here. Dont know if its not available to the UK, but I dont get any options to put in the PW. Shame if I cant as theres some top level slacking off I need to attend to.

Veritas, you have to click on the ep as if you were going to play it. (i.e. click on the red box, and then the little triangle). THEN the password box should show up. Then you go through that 'play' process again. A new window will pop up with the video playing.

veritas Exalted Member posted 28 Jan 2009 07:08

ahhh, I was being an idot, clicking on any episode, not the highlighted one. Cant understand a word of it, but you dont need to, still made me chuckle.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 28 Jan 2009 07:22 (edited 28 Jan 2009 07:22)

Originally posted by veritas ahhh, I was being an idot, clicking on any episode, not the highlighted one. Cant understand a word of it, but you dont need to, still made me chuckle.

I can't understand it either, but you're right that generally you don't need to. Occasionally you get words... The other day I got 'Moshii Moshii' and 'Konnichiwa' then they sometimes use English words like 'Rice Choco', 'Apron', and my kids' favourite: 'Magic Stick'. Wink

Wink

Thanks to James, I was able to pick up 'dango'. On the weekend they have all 5 of the past week's episodes available for viewing, so you'll be able to see the whole week at a go.

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 28 Jan 2009 08:55

As simple as these episodes are supposed to be, they are rather funny for adults even (if you like Gatch that is)

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 28 Jan 2009 15:56

Hi all! Episode #14 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Gatchapin Operation." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 28 Jan 2009 16:13

Okay, that was a bit surreal! Is our Pierre Katse finally succumbing to the stress of trying to capture Gatchapin and losing his mind? And the opening scene has me wondering if they're hinting at Katse's androgynous aspect!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 28 Jan 2009 16:29

Hi all!

And the opening scene has me wondering if they're hinting at Katse's androgynous aspect!

Or perhaps Pierre likes to pop Jiffy-Pop pop corn on top of his head... James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 28 Jan 2009 19:20

You know, I thought the top of his mask looked brightr and curlier after his special treatment... Wink

Wink

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 29 Jan 2009 15:51

Hi all! Episode #15 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Is It Stolen!? Gatchapin Information." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 29 Jan 2009 16:04

Laugh2

Is the fedora a disguise, or is he trying to look like a "film noir" gumshoe detective? (or did the salon really mess him up yesterday?) I wonder why, yesterday and today, Katse's back to using his first plan to get Gatchapin, since it never worked before, and it got him an especially harsh zapping from X today!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 29 Jan 2009 17:03

I think you're right, LB! It was a gumshoe thing! Did you notice that there was a wig on the inside of the hat? Clearly the beauty salon did *something* for Katse's hair! ROFL 2

ROFL 2

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 30 Jan 2009 11:37

Something else I'm enjoying about these Gatchapin episodes is the big aerial views of Tokyo (or at least I've been assuming it's Tokyo -maybe it's another city) and all the scenes on the streets showing regular people walking around and the insides of different stores. Hardly the same as visiting Japan in person, but it's something...

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 30 Jan 2009 13:33

Yes I have been enjoying seeing all the sights of the City. That is when I would love to hear what the commentator is saying. Is he giving us some information about the view we are seeing or is he going on about something else less informative....

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 30 Jan 2009 15:49

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, all five episodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the next set of episodes will be up! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 30 Jan 2009 16:09 (edited 30 Jan 2009 17:25)

Hi all!

Yes I have been enjoying seeing all the sights of the City. That is when I would love to hear what the commentator is saying. Is he giving us some information about the view we are seeing or is he going on about something else less informative....

Well, if you have your audio turned up, you can certainly hear what the Narrator is saying. Understanding it is another matter. He's not doing a travelog. Pretty much all he's saying is that, in order to protect world peace, Gatchapin is on his daily patrol through the towns of Tokyo, and we join him as he is going through those particular shopping districts that the opening portions of the show were filmed in (Kitashinagawa for most of them, though some of the later episodes have him in Umeyashiki). I hope this helps! James

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 30 Jan 2009 17:21

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Well, if you have your audio turned up, you can certainly hear what the Narrator is saying. Understanding it is another matter. James

Okay, Okay I stand corrected. And here I was just saying to my VP today that I was still having problems mastering the English language ... when we were talking about a teacher in our school who can speak (translate) at least 5 different language. Tamil, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese and ..... ooops I forgot the last one, one of the Indian languages I think. We were using her translation skills to speak to one of my students parents, when she told me this.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 30 Jan 2009 18:15

I just want to say Thanks

Thanks

again, James, for setting this up so that we could all see it! As you can tell, we are enjoying the series very much!

Hinotori Babbling Loonie posted 31 Jan 2009 14:53 (edited 31 Jan 2009 14:55)

I too am loving the scenes from Tokyo and the little bit of Japanese culture the series is giving us! For understanding what they're saying, I'm actually picking up a word here and there.... In one of the eps the narrator did say "Tokyo", so it was nice to find out that it really was Tokyo we were seeing! In the last episode (Friday's), at the end of it, where Pierre Katse is standing on the black hole, he says "san, ni, ichi", which is "three, two, one" in Japanese. I was ROFL 2

ROFL 2

that he was counting down to when he would fall through the black hole! Unfortunately, except for the occasional "yosh", "arigatou", and "k'onnichiwa" that's about all I understand...... Oh, and has anyone watched the expressions on the passers-by faces?? They're so funny!! The best ones were from the "salon" ep, when Katse runs out of the shop! If you didn't watch the people outside the shop, go back and watch that part. Some of their reactions are just too funny! Yes, and thank you James for keeping us informed of the episode postings!! Smile

Smile

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 31 Jan 2009 16:24

I agree, the insight that it gives us into Japan is so cool. I love the way the highways are in some takes. Hino, after reading your comment, I made special attention to the on lookers faces... can you say pound

pound

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 1 Feb 2009 16:22 (edited 1 Feb 2009 16:23)

Love today's episode! Poor Katse gets waylaid by fruits and vegetable again! And I wonder if he's realized that the net he has isn't even half the size he needs to fit over Gatchapin's honkin' huge head? Lol2

Lol2

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 1 Feb 2009 16:52

Hi all! Episode #16 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Incredible Battle." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 1 Feb 2009 19:23

Okay, what happened to Katse by the tree -I was NOT expecting that! Laugh2

Laugh2

Now, if that had happened to Gatchapin, though, then maybe Katse's net would have actually been useful. And he got another harsh zapping too! Poor guy.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 2 Feb 2009 16:13

Hi all! Episode #17 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Aim of the Devil." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 2 Feb 2009 19:17

I hope Pierre Katse wasn't counting off "he loves me, he loves me not" on that daisy!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 2 Feb 2009 19:58

Hi all!

I hope Pierre Katse wasn't counting off "he loves me, he loves me not" on that daisy!

No, it was "I'll conquer the world, I won't conquer the world." It ended with him not conquering the world, much to his disappointment. James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 2 Feb 2009 20:29

Thanks for the translation, James. I would have guessed "I'll catch him (Gatchapin), I won't catch him" but it's nice to see that Pierre Katse has bigger ambitions than that!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 3 Feb 2009 06:07

Interesting... and here I was wondering if he was asking if 'the boss' would zap him today! Roll

Roll

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 3 Feb 2009 16:23

I just saw today's, and Pierre Katse really has it rough! James, do you know what he's saying at the very end, as he walks away from Leader X?

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 3 Feb 2009 16:37

Hi all! Episode #18 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Tempting Fruit." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 3 Feb 2009 16:54 (edited 3 Feb 2009 16:57)

Hi all!

James, do you know what he's saying at the very end, as he walks away from Leader X?

Im not 100% certain, since some of it is beyond my limited Japanese. I believe what he's saying is that he can do it (Presumibly meaning to defeat Gatchapin), but his laughter indicates that even he doesn't believe it. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 3 Feb 2009 20:24

Well today, Katse lived up to his reputation as a villain. Notice how he never paid for the medicine at the drug store? Wink

Wink

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 3 Feb 2009 21:23

Originally posted by tatsunokofan I believe what he's saying is that he can do it (Presumibly meaning to defeat Gatchapin), but his laughter indicates that even he doesn't believe it.

That makes sense -he certainly hasn't had much luck to date, poor guy.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 4 Feb 2009 18:23

Okay... what did Katse write in today's episode? I gather it's some kind of challenge for Gatchapin, for the big season finale in episode 20?

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 4 Feb 2009 21:02

Originally posted by Transmute Jun Okay... what did Katse write in today's episode? I gather it's some kind of challenge for Gatchapin, for the big season finale in episode 20?

That would be my guess too. And the little flames that appeared in Gatchapin's eyes -who knew he had it in him?

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 4 Feb 2009 21:30

Hi all! Episode #19 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Challenge of Pierre Katse." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin This episode is the first part of the thrilling 2-part conclusion of the first Gatchapin story. Before you ask, the note Pierre writes says, "To Gatchapin. I challenge you to a battle. I'm waiting." Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 5 Feb 2009 14:00

Originally posted by tatsunokofan This episode is the first part of the thrilling 2-part conclusion of the first Gatchapin story.

Funny... I can hear the sarcasm reaching out across the miles.... Wink

Wink

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 5 Feb 2009 14:12

Hi all!

Funny... I can hear the sarcasm reaching out across the miles....

You mean you're not on the edge of your seat waiting to see the how this all turns out? James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 5 Feb 2009 14:29

Originally posted by tatsunokofan You mean you're not on the edge of your seat waiting to see the how this all turns out?

Um.... snoozing in my bed? Sleep3

Sleep3

Come on... given how all of the other episodes have played out, is there really any doubt as to how this will end? The only question is whether or not Pierre Katse will be completely incinerated by his boss, and given that there's another season coming up, my guess on that is no.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 5 Feb 2009 14:39

Hi all!

Come on... given how all of the other episodes have played out, is there really any doubt as to how this will end?

Shhh! You'll spoil it! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 5 Feb 2009 15:52

Hi all! You know you've been waiting with baited breath since yesterday's exciting 1st part. Well, the wait is over, as episode #20 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Final Battle! Gatchapin VS Pierre Katse." As the title implies, this is the final episode, at least for this portion of the series. It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 5 Feb 2009 17:51

Ah, this episode ended more or less as I'd expected, but not as I'd hoped! Go Pierre Katse !!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 5 Feb 2009 18:03

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Shhh! You'll spoil it!

I'm going to spoil it anyway.... He has a Birdrang!!!! So cool!!!!!! This is the coolest Gatchapin has been in the entire series! Grin

Grin

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 5 Feb 2009 19:31

If it's the final one in this series, does that mean we can get caught up a day early? Or do we still need to wait till Saturday to view them all?

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 5 Feb 2009 20:55

Hi all!

If it's the final one in this series, does that mean we can get caught up a day early? Or do we still need to wait till Saturday to view them all?

The episode went up on Friday morning in Japan, which is still Thursday for most of us. The weeks worth of episodes become available on Saturday morning in Japan, which is Friday for most of us. These will be available until Monday morning in Japan, which would be Sunday for most of us. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 6 Feb 2009 07:48

The real question is, will they continue on with Season 2 on Monday?

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 6 Feb 2009 08:04

Originally posted by Transmute Jun He has a Birdrang!!!! So cool!!!!!! This is the coolest Gatchapin has been in the entire series!

This is true, but I like Pierre Katse better! Laugh1

Laugh1

I wanted him to win the battle...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 6 Feb 2009 09:37

Hi all!

The real question is, will they continue on with Season 2 on Monday?

Probably, since they've been cycling through the various Gatchapin series for a while now. Of course, there's no guarantee until they have the schedule for the week available. James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 6 Feb 2009 16:22

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, all five episodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the next set of episodes will be up! James

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 8 Feb 2009 12:13

Poor Katse, never can catch a break. Though when he was given his bananas, he still wanted to be greedy.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 8 Feb 2009 16:03 (edited 8 Feb 2009 16:03)

Hi all! Episode #21 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Premonition of a New Battle." This episode is the start of the second Gatchapin story. When these first aired, the first Gatchapin story aired from November 20, 2006 to December 15, 2006. These 20 episodes were then repeated over and over until March 27, 2007, when this story began. It picks up several months after the first series ended, when the world is at peace, as are Gatchapain and Pierre Katse. But, when the lady Director Anderson announces the discovery of a new Gallactor threat to those attending an International Peace Conference, Dr. Mukkun orders Gatchapin to find and destroy the latest Gallactor base. To counter this, the Boss orders Pierre to stop Gatchapin, and the chase is on once again! It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 8 Feb 2009 17:18

Ha ha... and Katse and Gatchapin were almost fishing buddies! Alas, it was not meant to be...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 9 Feb 2009 17:24

Hi all! Episode #22 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Shadow of the Devil Steals Forth." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 9 Feb 2009 18:23 (edited 9 Feb 2009 18:23)

Hmmm, these episodes are more linked together and less stand-alone than the first series. Does Dr. Mukkun remind anyone of these guys from those old, old Sesame Street skits? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4VNMERVsC4

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 9 Feb 2009 19:26

Yes, LB, I definitely agree! Did you notice that 'Galactor' was mentioned today? I wonder what Katse's device does. Is it simply a Gatchapin-tracker, or does it do something more? And what was 'Sosai' saying? Hmmm...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 10 Feb 2009 19:33

Hi all! Episode #23 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Pierre Katse Operation!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 10 Feb 2009 19:37

Hi all!

I wonder what Katse's device does. Is it simply a Gatchapin-tracker, or does it do something more? And what was 'Sosai' saying? Hmmm...

His device is a "Gatchapin Detector," which he made out of a radio. The Boss was basically telling Pierre that he had to make sure Gatchapin did not locate their Secret Base. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 11 Feb 2009 06:11

Originally posted by tatsunokofan His device is a "Gatchapin Detector," which he made out of a radio. The Boss was basically telling Pierre that he had to make sure Gatchapin did not locate their Secret Base.

That actually adds to the plot for me. Thank you, James!

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 11 Feb 2009 06:51

Secret base? Gatchapin is currently in a mountainous region (like Karakoram!) -maybe he's getting closer.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 11 Feb 2009 09:05

Hi all!

Secret base? Gatchapin is currently in a mountainous region (like Karakoram!) -maybe he's getting closer.

More like around Mt. Fuji. This 20-episode story arc takes place in a resort area around that famous mountain. James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 11 Feb 2009 09:50

I assumed it was Mt. Fuji. Leader X can't seem to resist mountains... From what I'm seeing in these episodes, it's a gorgeous part of Japan. I was really enjoying the views of Tokyo, but I think this is great too.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 11 Feb 2009 15:46

Hi all! Episode #24 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Enraged Run! Boat Chase." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 12 Feb 2009 16:01

Hi all! Episode #25 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Charge! Pierre Katse!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 12 Feb 2009 17:38

Heh, elements of a classic stage farce today, with characters just missing each other via opening and closing doors. It entertains me to no end that every time Pierre Katse sees Gatchapin, he jumps and gasps in shock -even though he sees him everywhere he goes! Laugh1

Laugh1

I wish I knew Japanese -I'll bet that what he says is funny too.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 13 Feb 2009 08:51

I'm sure it is. I haven't had much time recently to be posting a lot, but I am still watching these and really enjoying them!

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 13 Feb 2009 14:44

Awesome sight seeing from these episodes. Along with more of a plot.... now these episodes are really getting better.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 13 Feb 2009 15:44

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, all five episodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the next set of episodes will be up! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 13 Feb 2009 17:55

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the next set of episodes will be up!

Isn't that Sunday?

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 13 Feb 2009 18:07

Originally posted by Transmute Jun
Originally posted by tatsunokofan Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the next set of episodes will be up!
Isn't that Sunday?

He has said that the last few weekends, I have just left it .....

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 13 Feb 2009 18:17

Hi all! They put the new episodes up on Monday at 9:00am in Japan. What time that is for you depends on where in the world you are located. For people in Australia, it happens on Monday, but for people living in California, it happens on Sunday. Gotta learn to think globally, people! James

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 13 Feb 2009 18:21

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Hi all! They put the new episodes up on Monday at 9:00am in Japan. What time that is for you depends on where in the world you are located. For people in Australia, it happens on Monday, but for people living in California, it happens on Sunday. Gotta learn to think globally, people! James

That is partly why I left it ... but I was thinking Monday in Japan, as you said. I had forgotten Australia was in the same Day Zone Wink3

Wink3

shamrokchick Forum Legend posted 14 Feb 2009 06:05

I always forget they change Sunday evening.

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 14 Feb 2009 06:53

Something tells me that those "other" characters in mondays episode will become the rest of the team. With the big hairy thing being nambu.

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 14 Feb 2009 07:05

Were those "Swan" paddle boats in the water? I think they are, so it made me laugh even harder.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 14 Feb 2009 07:24

Hi all!

Something tells me that those "other" characters in mondays episode will become the rest of the team. With the big hairy thing being nambu.

The "big hairy thing" is Dr. Mukkun, and he is the Gatchapin version of Dr. Nambu. Both he and Gatchapin first appeared in the Gatchapin toy line that started more than a year before the first episode of "Go Go! Gatchapin" was aired. Sadly, they never made a toy of Pierre Katse. As for other members of the Ninja Team appearing, it doesn't happen in this Gatchapin series. Most likely, making the other Bird Style costumes was beyond their budget. James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 14 Feb 2009 09:21 (edited 14 Feb 2009 09:22)

Speaking of time zones, it took me an embarrassingly long time to realize that I could change the times on this site to be of the time zone that I live in -for so long, I was always subtracting 5 hours from the default time setting (Greenwich Mean Time)! Now, I frequently consult this site to keep myself straight, with everyone here being in so many different places in the world. http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 15 Feb 2009 15:48

Hi all! Episode #26 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Revealed! Gatchapin's Secret." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 15 Feb 2009 16:07

ROFL 2

There's a good message for children in this one -if you want to be a hero, you have to eat your veggies! Tomato

Tomato

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 15 Feb 2009 19:28

I love the shot of Gatchapin stuffing a carrot underneath his buck teeth! pound

pound

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 15 Feb 2009 20:49 (edited 16 Feb 2009 00:19)

Hi all!

There's a good message for children in this one -if you want to be a hero, you have to eat your veggies!

Now you too know the Secret of Gatchapin that was Revealed. James

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 16 Feb 2009 15:01

If Katse would have ate his veggies, then he wouldn't have been so worn out in Sosai presence.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 16 Feb 2009 17:56

Hi all! Episode #27 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Mystery! The Parents of Pierre Katse." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 17 Feb 2009 09:23

I just watched the latest one. I have to wonder if they were paying a little homage to this scene in Gatch F...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 17 Feb 2009 15:55

Hi all! Episode #28 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Frightening! The Power of the Coin." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 17 Feb 2009 17:26 (edited 17 Feb 2009 17:30)

I snuck in the previous episode just in time. I was ROFL 2

ROFL 2

over Mamma Katse and Pappa Katse! Wink

Wink

This one today isn't as god, IMHO, but seems typical of the other episodes. I like how he got stopped having to pay, though. Some villain! Grin

Grin

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 17 Feb 2009 18:07

Originally posted by Transmute Jun This one today isn't as god, IMHO, but seems typical of the other episodes. I like how he got stopped having to pay, though. Some villain!

I'm trying to figure out what the exercises he was demonstrating to Leader X were all about. Laugh1

Laugh1

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 18 Feb 2009 15:49

Hi all! Episode #29 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Mysterious Mechanic Park." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 18 Feb 2009 16:28

Hmmmm.... Katse seems to have Condor Joe's affinity for puppies... Wink

Wink

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 18 Feb 2009 19:50

Rather surprising, that, considering his name! Cat

Cat

Dog

Ebonyswanne Gatchamaniac posted 18 Feb 2009 20:26

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Hi all! Episode #29 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Mysterious Mechanic Park." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Okay...I'm having a moment but when I click on the site to log in I can't find where I log in to see Gatchapin... I know silly but anyway...

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 19 Feb 2009 05:47

Ebony you have to click on the episode as if you were going to play it. THEN the logon screen will pop up. After you've logged in, you have to click on the episode again (to play it).

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 19 Feb 2009 15:50

Hi all! Episode #30 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Awakened Devil." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 19 Feb 2009 17:48

Okay, Pierre Katse, I like you but you are a seriously lame villain! Laugh2

Laugh2

Berg Katse would have shot that man just for asking for assistance.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 20 Feb 2009 08:32

I think Berg Katse would have enjoyed the hot springs, though... Wink

Wink

Yep, Pierre Katse is just too nice...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 20 Feb 2009 15:45

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, all five episodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the next set of episodes will be up! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 22 Feb 2009 16:09

Hi all! Episode #31 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Devil's Respite." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 22 Feb 2009 21:04

Hmm, this was one I think you really need to understand the dialogue to get.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 23 Feb 2009 04:03

Hi all! Visualize Pierre in a bar setting and start with a line like, "My boss doesn't understand me," and go from there. That will give you a pretty good idea of what the dialogue was about. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 23 Feb 2009 06:59

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Visualize Pierre in a bar setting and start with a line like, "My boss doesn't understand me," and go from there. That will give you a pretty good idea of what the dialogue was about.

You make it sound like he was hitting on the bartender!!! Either that or asking for a new job. Wink

Wink

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 23 Feb 2009 09:02

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Hi all! Visualize Pierre in a bar setting and start with a line like, "My boss doesn't understand me," and go from there. That will give you a pretty good idea of what the dialogue was about. James

Was he implying he doesn't want to be a villain, or just that he doesn't like working for Leader X, I wonder... But he's drinking tea or coffee -doesn't he know that he's supposed to drink wine when he's under stress from Leader X? Laugh1

Laugh1

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 23 Feb 2009 16:18

Hi all! Episode #32 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Pierre Katse's Sleeping Forest." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 23 Feb 2009 16:24 (edited 23 Feb 2009 16:25)

Thank you James for keeping us(me) updated on this. I am very busy right now and keep forgetting I can visit for my laugh of the day.... Hah

Hah

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 23 Feb 2009 16:27 (edited 23 Feb 2009 16:27)

Hi all!

You make it sound like he was hitting on the bartender!!!

He's a lonely, lonely man... Wink2

Wink2

Was he implying he doesn't want to be a villain, or just that he doesn't like working for Leader X, I wonder...

More that he doesn't like the way the Boss treats him, and was quite willing to complain about it to a sympathetic ear.

But he's drinking tea or coffee -doesn't he know that he's supposed to drink wine when he's under stress from Leader X?

He was drinking coffee. Perhaps he avoided alcohol because he A) Doesn't drink, B) Couldn't get anything stronger than coffee in that particular establishment, or C) Couldn't be seen drinking in a kids show. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 23 Feb 2009 17:12

Originally posted by tatsunokofan He was drinking coffee. Perhaps he avoided alcohol because he A) Doesn't drink, B) Couldn't get anything stronger than coffee in that particular establishment, or C) Couldn't be seen drinking in a kids show.

Maybe he's like Mark in BOTP and doesn't drink coffee.... Coffee

Coffee

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 23 Feb 2009 17:19 (edited 23 Feb 2009 17:20)

OMG, today's episode had me ROFL 2

ROFL 2

!!! I loved the way Gatchapin as getting a massage... and it looked like the masseuse was feeling up his butt! pound

pound

This is too ridiculous! Good thing the massage refreshed both Katse and Gatchapin!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 23 Feb 2009 17:47 (edited 23 Feb 2009 17:49)

Hi all!

Maybe he's like Mark in BOTP and doesn't drink coffee....

Though in this instance, Pierre does drink coffee, as that was what he ordered. Of course, maybe he doesn't like beef tea, like the King in "The Duplicate King."

I loved the way Gatchapin as getting a massage... and it looked like the masseuse was feeling up his butt!

So you're implying that Gatchapin isn't as lonely as Pierre... James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 23 Feb 2009 18:28

Originally posted by tatsunokofan So you're implying that Gatchapin isn't as lonely as Pierre...

Isn't that the way for a kids' hero? Wink

Wink

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 23 Feb 2009 19:36

Originally posted by tatsunokofan He was drinking coffee. Perhaps he avoided alcohol because he A) Doesn't drink, B) Couldn't get anything stronger than coffee in that particular establishment, or C) Couldn't be seen drinking in a kids show.

I'll go with reason "C". Gatchaman was clearly intended for older viewers than Gatchapin, so I'll assume Berg Katse didn't have to worry!

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 23 Feb 2009 19:41

Originally posted by Transmute Jun OMG, today's episode had me !!! I loved the way Gatchapin as getting a massage... and it looked like the masseuse was feeling up his butt! This is too ridiculous! Good thing the massage refreshed both Katse and Gatchapin!

Today I realized that Pierre Katse is reminding me of Bill Murray's character in the movie "Lost in Translation" -discontented with his lot in life, rather aimlessly hanging around hotels, bars, restaurants, getting massages... I'm just waiting for the karaoke.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 24 Feb 2009 15:44

Hi all! Episode #33 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Devil Hiding In the Pot." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 24 Feb 2009 16:13

Gatchapin isn't very observant, or has very little peripheral vision! I'm wondering what was so significant about that map, though, that Pierre Katse wanted to steal it.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 24 Feb 2009 16:31

Hi all!

I'm wondering what was so significant about that map, though, that Pierre Katse wanted to steal it.

That's the map to help Gatchapin find the Gallactor Secret Base (Which is the whole point behind Gatchapin's journey, you might recall). James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 24 Feb 2009 17:08

I thought for sure Katse had poisoned the food... at least a sleeping drug! And then at the end, he eats it anyway! Wink

Wink

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 25 Feb 2009 16:21 (edited 25 Feb 2009 16:22)

Okay, James, what is written on the note in today's episode? Please? Puppydogeyes

Puppydogeyes

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 25 Feb 2009 17:00

Hi all! Episode #34 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Gatchapin's Decision." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 25 Feb 2009 17:02

Hi all!

Okay, James, what is written on the note in today's episode?

The note says: "You'll never get the map!! Gatchapin" I hope this helps! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 25 Feb 2009 17:11

When they showed the morning sun coming through the hotel room windows, and panned to Katse sleeping (upside down!) I was, for a moment, scared that the camera was going to pan out further to reveal Gatchapin on the other side of the bed !! (I mean, it was established yesterday, I think, that he's not very observant.) Thank God it's a children's show!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 25 Feb 2009 17:20

LB, you have me ROFL 2

ROFL 2

! That would have been too funny! Thank you for the translation, James! Thanks

Thanks

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 26 Feb 2009 15:46

Hi all! Episode #35 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Unfulfilled Dream of the Devil." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 26 Feb 2009 16:26

So... the moral of this story is: Sushi can make you fly! Except... when it weighs you down too much....

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 26 Feb 2009 17:28

I'm still chuckling at how Pierre Katse had to duck to avoid whacking his "ears" on that sign. Given the opportunity, I'll eat a lot of sushi, so no flying for me either, I guess.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 27 Feb 2009 16:51

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, all five episodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the next set of episodes will be up! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 1 Mar 2009 15:50

Hi all! Episode #36 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Great Rotating Trap." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 1 Mar 2009 19:10

That's a big ferris wheel! I'm laughing here at Pierre Katse, looking through a heart shaped window and calling out "Gatchapiiiiin!"

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 2 Mar 2009 16:50

Hi all! Episode #37 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Devil's Reclaimed Childhood Innocence." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 2 Mar 2009 20:39

The way he's yelling when he goes down that water ride is so great -I love Pierre Katse!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 3 Mar 2009 05:21

I'm just seeing Katse wander around the park, and it soooo reminds me of the Neon Giant laughing in the dark... And they must be cold! Did you see the heavy jacket the attendant was bundled up in! I guess if they're in the Himalayas... oops, Mt. Fuji... Wink

Wink

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 3 Mar 2009 15:44 (edited 3 Mar 2009 15:44)

Hi all! Episode #38 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Evil Instructions That Didn't Arrive." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 3 Mar 2009 17:53

LOL! Did you see the looks on those teenage boys' faces as they walked by Katse while he was ranting at his Gatchapin detector? ROFL 2

ROFL 2

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 3 Mar 2009 18:37

Hi all!

LOL! Did you see the looks on those teenage boys' faces as they walked by Katse while he was ranting at his Gatchapin detector?

Well, not exactly ranting. Apparently his detector doubles as a communications device with the Boss, who was calling Pierre. Rather than admitting that he was sitting in an amusement park, eating a soft cream cone, he was pretending to be in hot pursuit of Gatchapin. A nice idea, until the Boss informed him (Silently, of course, since the Boss is never heard speaking) that Gatchapin was nearing the Secret Base (The purple and yellow thing sticking out of the woods that Gatchapin points to). The rest of the episode is spent with the Boss calling and nagging poor Pierre with orders. James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 4 Mar 2009 15:42

Hi all! Episode #39 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Return to Life! Gatchapin," the first part of the exciting 2-part series finale! It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 4 Mar 2009 16:23

Ooh, this is getting dramatic! cheerleader2

cheerleader2

Katse

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 5 Mar 2009 15:54

Hi all! Episode #40 of "Go Go! Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Eternal Gatchapin," the dramatic final episode of the "Go Go! Gatchapin" series! It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 5 Mar 2009 18:01

Awwwww.... I felt so sorry for Katse... I kind of wish Gatchapin had had a showdown with Leader X, though! But the musical chairs... ROFL 2

ROFL 2

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 5 Mar 2009 18:35

Awww, Pierre Katse even had a tear on his face! Sad1

Sad1

But, what was Berg Katse thinking, in ep. 105 when he threw himself into a chasm? He could have challenged Ken to a bout of sumo wrestling or musical chairs first! ROFL 2

ROFL 2

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 6 Mar 2009 07:12 (edited 6 Mar 2009 07:34)

Originally posted by lborgia88 Awww, Pierre Katse even had a tear on his face!

I was watching with my 6 year old, and he asked me why Katse had a fake tear on his cheek! "Is it because he can't cry, so he has to have a fake one?" pound

pound

But, what was Berg Katse thinking, in ep. 105 when he threw himself into a chasm? He could have challenged Ken to a bout of sumo wrestling or musical chairs first!

Actually, I noticed that in the previous episode when they have the 'cliffhanger' and they had the scenes at the end, Gatchapin and Katse were fighting, and it looked like a fire/lava pit in the background. Wink

Wink

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 6 Mar 2009 15:49 (edited 6 Mar 2009 15:50)

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, or if you just want to take another look at the exciting 2-part conclusion of the series, all five episodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the first episodes of the exciting sequel series, "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin," will be up! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 6 Mar 2009 16:11

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the first episodes of the exciting sequel series, "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin," will be up!

I've been looking forward to this one!!!!! Jumping

Jumping

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 6 Mar 2009 20:04

The two parter in this weeks was certainly worth watching. Heck this whole week was great. Can't wait to watch next weeks episodes.

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 7 Mar 2009 07:21

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the first episodes of the exciting sequel series, "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin," will be up! James

Oh good, there is more! And "Team" -does this mean there'll be more than just Gatchapin? That'll be fun!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 7 Mar 2009 08:24

Hi all!

And "Team" -does this mean there'll be more than just Gatchapin? That'll be fun!

Yes, though not immediately. It takes a few episodes before other Ninja Team members begin to appear. James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 8 Mar 2009 16:52

Hi all! Episode #1 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Visitor ~ Or, the Falling Object." This episode is the start of the third Gatchapin story. These episodes first began airing on December 17, 2007, nearly 8 months after the last episode of "Go Go! Gatchapin" first aired. The 40 episodes of "Go Go! Gatchapin" had aired repeatedly during that time, so I'm sure viewers were happy to finally see something new. This series was done differently than the previous incarnation. Gone were the people in costumes, replaced by Gatchapin toys and other action figures being used much like puppets. Also, the previously silent Gatchapin was finally given a voice. This series is quite unusual, and might take some getting used to after watching the previous stories, but I do hope you'll enjoy them. Todays episode can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 8 Mar 2009 18:35

Wow, this really is different! I'm sure I'll enjoy it, but I think I'm going to miss Pierre Katse.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 8 Mar 2009 23:50

I have to say the end bit confused me... What was with the Dinosaur Gatchapin segment? Not the one in uniform... I love the use of Gatch music too, and the GP going firebird! I hope we get to see that a bit better later!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 9 Mar 2009 15:15

Hi all!

I have to say the end bit confused me... What was with the Dinosaur Gatchapin segment? Not the one in uniform...

I'm not certain, but I believe the song and visuals used for the "ending theme" were taken from one of the numerous other programs featuring the regular Gachapin and Mukku characters, which is why they did not appear as Gatchapin and Dr. Mukkun. I have no idea why they used them. James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 9 Mar 2009 20:24

Hi all! Episode #2 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Secret Base ~ Or, the Amusement Park." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 10 Mar 2009 15:30

Okay, I was watching this episode with my kids and we had a number of questions. First, why is Dr. Mukkun so angry all of the time? The kids were howling with laughter every time he freaked out and went black and bug-eyed. and they loved the part where he was so mad that lightning was crackling around him! Second, what was next to Gatchapin's hospital bed? We thought it might be some kind of fridge. Third, what is the name of the mini God Phoenix? Is it God Phoenix? I thought I heard Gatchapin say that. Although my DD thought it would be better named the 'God-a-pin'. Wink

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tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 10 Mar 2009 17:27

Hi all! Episode #3 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Battle Action ~ Or, the Self Introduction." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 11 Mar 2009 09:27

Hi all!

First, why is Dr. Mukkun so angry all of the time?

He was upset because Gatchapin kept referring to him as a Ningyoyaki, which is a sponge cake, usually filled with a bean paste, that has a doll-like face decorated on the front. Apparently Gatchapin thought Dr. Mukkun looked like one of these tasty treats.

Second, what was next to Gatchapin's hospital bed? We thought it might be some kind of fridge. Third, what is the name of the mini God Phoenix? Is it God Phoenix?

I'd need to double-check the episode to be certain on both of these. Unfortunately, by the time I saw your post, the episode had changed to Wednesday's story. Maybe this weekend... James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 11 Mar 2009 16:41

Hi all! Episode #4 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "White Warrior Battles ~ Or, the Great Athletic Meet." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin On a personal note, this episode is just so silly that it's my favorite of this series. I hope you'll like it too! Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 11 Mar 2009 17:44

Oh my.... this one got lots of laughs from the kids. I guess poor Gatchapin isn't quite as good at combat as Gatchaman. Wink

Wink

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 11 Mar 2009 20:29

Originally posted by Transmute Jun I guess poor Gatchapin isn't quite as good at combat as Gatchaman.

Perhaps this is why he's going to get teammates very soon -he could really use the help! Laugh1

Laugh1

Too funny!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 12 Mar 2009 06:07

One other question... what is up with the 'underwear ninjas'? My son just started reading the Captain Underpants books, so the 'underwear' humor was right up his alley.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 12 Mar 2009 09:10

Hi all!

One other question... what is up with the 'underwear ninjas'? My son just started reading the Captain Underpants books, so the 'underwear' humor was right up his alley.

They are simply the generic henchmen for this series. Why the underwear? Well, as you son can attest, when characters show up wearing underwear outside their clothes, hilarity ensues. James

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 12 Mar 2009 09:39

Originally posted by Transmute Jun One other question... what is up with the 'underwear ninjas'? My son just started reading the Captain Underpants books, so the 'underwear' humor was right up his alley.

your son is reading Captain Underpants? Cloud turns to look at her class of grade ones. some kids in here are barely reading See Spot run. (Actually that book is not available to be read these days but you get the idea.) Your son has become a very good reader TJ. I will have to have him read to me when/if I get out to visit over the summer, to see what a good grade one is capable of... Intellect

Intellect

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 12 Mar 2009 16:56

Hi all! Episode #5 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Hero is Caught ~ Or, the Daily Life of a Celebrity." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin While I'm sure this episode will be confusing, it might help to know that the characters that the Ultra Leader had Berg Katsepin kidnap are not Gatchapin and Dr. Mukkun. Instead, they are Gachapin and Mukku, the characters upon which Gatchapin and Dr. Mukkun were originally based. Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 12 Mar 2009 17:28

Originally posted by clouddancer your son is reading Captain Underpants? Cloud turns to look at her class of grade ones. some kids in here are barely reading See Spot run. (Actually that book is not available to be read these days but you get the idea.) Your son has become a very good reader TJ. I will have to have him read to me when/if I get out to visit over the summer, to see what a good grade one is capable of...

LOL! Thanks for the compliment, CD! I tend to think he's a bit slow at reading, because at this age my DD had read through all of the Magic Treehouse books and was starting on other chapter books and such. Captain Underpants are the first chapter books DS has really taken to, enough to WANT to keep reading. But he's capable of reading Dr. Seuss-style books, Fly Guy, the Giving Tree, etc... books with lots of pictures. I have been trying for ages to get him into 'real' chapter books and it seems like Captain Underpants is the key. And back on topic... DD thought the underwear ninjas were hysterical too, so clearly that humor is not lost on 8 year olds either. To be fair, I think she finds the googly eyes even more amusing than the underwear. Wink

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clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 12 Mar 2009 18:23

Originally posted by Transmute Jun LOL! Thanks for the compliment, CD! I tend to think he's a bit slow at reading, because at this age my DD had read through all of the Magic Treehouse books and was starting on other chapter books and such. Captain Underpants are the first chapter books DS has really taken to, enough to WANT to keep reading. But he's capable of reading Dr. Seuss-style books, Fly Guy, the Giving Tree, etc... books with lots of pictures. I have been trying for ages to get him into 'real' chapter books and it seems like Captain Underpants is the key.

Lets put it this way, I would be ecstatic to have your son in my class. Especially when, of 23 students I have 7 who are struggling to read At my grandpa's house there is a very big door. At my grandpa's house there is a very big table. At my grandpa's house there is a very big bed. .... you get the picture. Of those 7, four still stumble every time they see the words my, is, at and big. (let alone the longer ones) Some days I could just strangle those kids.... "How many times have I told you that word is /my/?" Fffffpt, thunk, shuriken to the forehead!!!! I do have 3 children who could read the Captain Underpants books, (and would, if I had them available in my class) I just wish I had more who could. *Sigh, the problem with working in a high needs school. Who the board agrees is the 12th lowest on the social rankings/ academic test score scale.* (Hey, in 4 years, we moved up from 5th)

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 13 Mar 2009 08:36

My mother was on the Halifax County School Board for many years, and she used to say that the provincial exams administered in grades 9 and 12 to evaluate schools did nothing except show what everyone already knew -the "good" schools (the ones with high test scores) were wherever the relatively prosperous and predominantly college-educated parents lived in Nova Scotia. I say that you, and teachers like you, CD, are heroes for doing the hardest work, for the kids who need it the most (whether they realize it or not). I actually used to annoy my grade one teacher during reading time, because she would have each kid read aloud a bit of a story in our "story book" and I would get bored listening to the other kids and I would skip ahead, or even start reading a different story, and when it came around to my turn to read aloud, I'd have no idea where we were in the story that I was supposed to be following along with. My report cards always noted that my "attentiveness" needed improvement.

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 13 Mar 2009 13:32

Originally posted by lborgia88 My mother was on the Halifax County School Board for many years, and she used to say that the provincial exams administered in grades 9 and 12 to evaluate schools did nothing except show what everyone already knew -the "good" schools (the ones with high test scores) were wherever the relatively prosperous and predominantly college-educated parents lived in Nova Scotia. I say that you, and teachers like you, CD, are heroes for doing the hardest work, for the kids who need it the most (whether they realize it or not). I actually used to annoy my grade one teacher during reading time, because she would have each kid read aloud a bit of a story in our "story book" and I would get bored listening to the other kids and I would skip ahead, or even start reading a different story, and when it came around to my turn to read aloud, I'd have no idea where we were in the story that I was supposed to be following along with. My report cards always noted that my "attentiveness" needed improvement.

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Thank you so much for that LB, that comment brought a tear to my eye (perhaps it is the exhaustion from this week as well) Our Principal was saying more or less that same thing in our staff meeting this week. Ending his comments with [we] "do it for the same pay, and same holidays as other teachers in our school board." At the time we were discussing how we were going to support the family of the young lad who died last weekend from brain cancer. Teams of teachers are taking it in turn to provide meals for the family over the next week, which is March Break for us. As for your reading antics - I suspect the three boys who are leaps and bounds ahead of the rest of the class feel in the same situation as you did. So starting after the break I am going to begin an enhanced program for them so they can read to their hearts content, get some writing out of it and perhaps learn some new things they can teach the class (and myself.) I hope I can get that going though, I have not talked to the teacher whose help I would like to enlist.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 13 Mar 2009 16:48

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, all five episodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the next set of episodes will be up! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 13 Mar 2009 18:19

Thanks, James! I have to confess, I've been humming that catchy Go Go Gatchapin theme song! Yuke, yuke, Gatchapin... Silly2

Silly2

So, I downloaded a free trial of audio recording software online, and I recorded it to an mp3. If anyone wants it, just PM me and it's yours! Yep, I admit it, I also recorded the 'Dare da' version for Gatchpin as well. Wink

Wink

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 15 Mar 2009 16:41

Hi all! Episode #6 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Exiled ~ Or, That Name is Terra." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 16 Mar 2009 08:28

I'm trying to remember, who is the girl looking at the mountains with Dr. Muukun at the beginning? Is she his assistant?

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 16 Mar 2009 09:31

Hi all!

I'm trying to remember, who is the girl looking at the mountains with Dr. Muukun at the beginning? Is she his assistant?

She's Terra, and is more or less his muse while he's sleeping. During their conversation, she suggests that he make a giant robot. After he wakes up, Gatchapin asks Dr. Mukkun to hurry up with the new mecha, which leads him to remember the suggestion of a giant robot. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 16 Mar 2009 11:08

Wait a minute.... Dr. Mukkun is building a giant robot????

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 16 Mar 2009 12:11

Hi all!

Wait a minute.... Dr. Mukkun is building a giant robot????

Not that we ever actually see. I wonder if the giant Gachapin and the giant goo-drooling Mukku we see in the opening credits were intended to be what he would have eventually built? James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 16 Mar 2009 12:33

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Not that we ever actually see. I wonder if the giant Gachapin and the giant goo-drooling Mukku we see in the opening credits were intended to be what he would have eventually built?

Okay, that's so far off from what I was thinking... I thought Galactor/underwear ninjas had kidnapped Gatchpin and Mukkun and I just assumed that GALACTOR turned them into the mechas we see in the credits...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 16 Mar 2009 12:43 (edited 16 Mar 2009 12:44)

Hi all!

Okay, that's so far off from what I was thinking... I thought Galactor/underwear ninjas had kidnapped Gatchpin and Mukkun and I just assumed that GALACTOR turned them into the mechas we see in the credits...

Actually, the Ultra Leader (Not necessarily Gallactor, as the group has not been mentioned by name) had Gachapin and Mukku kidnapped, not Gatchapin and Mukkun. Gatchapin wears the helmet and cape, Mukkun wears the glasses and coat, while Gachapin and Mukku are not seen wearing any attire. James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 16 Mar 2009 16:41

Hi all! Episode #7 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Friends ~ Or, Who?" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Barrdwing Exalted Member posted 16 Mar 2009 23:49

Keep watching, folks. It's going to get very interesting in these next few episodes . . . .

Springie Her Royal Fluffiness...Swan of Swans... posted 17 Mar 2009 02:13

This ep was great! They even gave him the right type of voice! The underwear ninjas do crack me up every time...and Katse's face...looks like someone just folded felt together! Bwahahahaha... Tomorrow's ep looks interesting...is that a "Cool Girl Jun" doll I see?

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 17 Mar 2009 05:35

G2 waas great! The kids especially loved this one, with G2 beating everyone up, and Katse with bandages.... and G2 even had a deep voice! My kids loved the part where G2 slipped and bounced off of G1, and then *instantly* Gatchapin had a bandage on his helmet. And then Katse is whispering to Gatchapin like, 'who the heck is this guy?' ROFL 2

ROFL 2

Was G2 saying anything meaningful to Gatchapin, or was it just introductions and filler?

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 17 Mar 2009 08:56

Hi all!

Tomorrow's ep looks interesting...is that a "Cool Girl Jun" doll I see?

Well, she started out as one, but was modified for this series, as you'll see when the episode goes online later.

And then Katse is whispering to Gatchapin like, 'who the heck is this guy?' Was G2 saying anything meaningful to Gatchapin, or was it just introductions and filler?

Right on both counts. Berg Katsepin asked Gatchapin who this guy was, and Gatchapin didn't know. G-2 (Who refers to Gatchapin as "Ken" and introduces himself as "Joe") pretty much does introductions and tells Gatchapin that they'll go after their foes together and other standard, overly dramatic dialogue. James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 17 Mar 2009 16:47

Hi all! Episode #8 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Swan Fluttered Down? ~ Or, Your Name Is..." It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Springie Her Royal Fluffiness...Swan of Swans... posted 17 Mar 2009 17:48

OH. my.god.... I am cracking up here!! For one thing...isn't this supposed to be on a kids' show?? LOL So the bad guys and the good guys were mesmerized by Jun's BOING attack?? And maybe it's just me...but she looked like she had some man parts, too! Bwahahahahaha... I had to watch it twice just to make sure that I wasn't imagining things!! pound

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Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 17 Mar 2009 18:04

Yes... there certainly seems to be a little 'extra' inside of Jun's uniform...

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 17 Mar 2009 19:53

My thought process from Feb 14th seems to be along the lines of what is happening.... How sweet is that! Animeclap

Animeclap

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 18 Mar 2009 08:46

Hi all!

And maybe it's just me...but she looked like she had some man parts, too!

She does appear to be "The Girl With Something Extra." I suspect a lot of that has to do with the molding of the Cool Girl figures than anything intentional, but still...! I guess no one else noticed the two changes in the opening credits of the series. One change I can understand being missed, but the other is more obvious. The less obvious one is that they changed the sound effect of Gatchapin running to match the effect used in the series itself. The other is that, in the shot with Gatchapin and the shadow figures of the rest of the Ninja Team, the figure of G-2 is now visible as well. I'll give you one guess what change happens in the credits for the next episode. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 18 Mar 2009 09:04

I did notice that G2 shows up in the opening credits, and I'm guessing that adjustments will be made for future eps. But then, if there are only 10 eps, it means we never see G5 in the credits!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 18 Mar 2009 16:47

Hi all! Episode #9 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Reinforcements ~ Or, Who Are You Really?" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 18 Mar 2009 17:28

I have a couple of notes about this latest episode. First of all, what does it say about G4 and G5 that they introduced them together? I think they were worthy of separate introductions. OTOH, this means that in the last ep we'll actually see the entire team in the opening credits. Next, is this supposed to pass for a panty shot?

And just something for fun... what's wrong with this picture? Wink

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clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 18 Mar 2009 17:44 (edited 18 Mar 2009 17:47)

Clouds hand shoots up ... "Ohhh, Ohhhh, Ohhhh!!! I know, I know!!!" You know why G5 does not get his own intro eps.... He is the least appreciated of the team.

Springie Her Royal Fluffiness...Swan of Swans... posted 18 Mar 2009 18:15

Haha...I see it, too! Should I wait and see is everyone else notices?

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 18 Mar 2009 18:25

Hi all!

You know why G5 does not get his own intro eps.... He is the least appreciated of the team.

Do I really need to I point out that G-4 doesn't get his own introductory episode either. How does that make him any more appreciated than G-5? James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 19 Mar 2009 06:00

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Do I really need to I point out that G-4 doesn't get his own introductory episode either. How does that make him any more appreciated than G-5?

G4 is only half the size of G5. Therefore, he only deserves half an episode of introduction. Bonkers2

Bonkers2

(Sorry,

Swallow

, I'm j/k!)

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 19 Mar 2009 16:52

Hi all! Episode #10 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Heavenly Voice~ Or, Who is the Greatest?" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin In this episode, the Science Ninja Team is in the midst of arguing over who should be their Leader, using a heated game of "Rock-Paper-Scissors" to decide the matter, while the kidnapped Gachapin and Mukku espouse the virtues of love and bravery to Berg Katsepin. In the end, the Ninja Team adopts this same philosophy, settling into their familiar G-1 ~ G-5 roles. Despite the episode ending with a "To Be Continued," this is actually the last episode of this particular Gatchapin series. I suspect that the original intention was for it to run 20 episodes like its predecessors did, but for whatever reason the latter 10 episodes were never produced. But, that's not the end of Gatchapin. He'll be back next week with the start of..."Science Ninja Team Gatchapin"...? Enjoy! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 20 Mar 2009 16:34

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, all five episodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the first episodes of the next Gatchapin series will be up! James

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 21 Mar 2009 18:04

I think I see the problem with the photo of G4 and G5! woohoo

woohoo

thought I was insane for not noticing it. It's great to have all 5 of them on the show now!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 22 Mar 2009 17:40

Hi all! Episode #1 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Aiming For Asakusa's Specialty * The Coming Thunder!" This episode is the start of the fourth Gatchapin story. These episodes first began airing on April 7, 2008, almost 4 months after the last episode of the earlier "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" series first aired. The 10 episodes of that series had aired repeatedly during that time, so I'm sure viewers were happy to finally see something new. I have no idea why they decided to use the same name for the series as the previous incarnation, since it does make it difficult to easily differentiating the two series. This series returned to the life action format of the original "Go Go! Gatchapin" series, though now in a longer 12-minute format. In this series, Gatchapin and Dr. Mukkun have set themselves up in the Gatchapin Secret Base inside the offices of the Hanayashiki amusement park in the city of Asakusa (This event took place in a pair of special videos that were included as bonuses on the DVD of the first 20 episodes of "Go Go! Gatchapin," which was released to coincide with the start of this series). Just then, the city of Asakusa finds inself plagued by a series of mysterious incidents that are all caused by the Mystery Men sent out by Emperor Boyoyon, the leader of the evil group Azakusa. The stories themselves are very formulaic. They open with Gatchapin on patrol in Asakusa, where he has a "humorous" encounter with some teenagers (Like in this episode, where Gatchapin is confused by the girls wearing both skirts and pants), followed by the opening credits. We then move to the Gatchapin Secret Base, where poor office workers try to get their jobs done as Gatchapin and Dr. Mukkun talk (Usually about how Gatchapin isn't doing work around the Secret Base). Then, an alarm gong sounds that indicates that another incident has occurred. Dr. Mukkun pushes a button on his computer, and they see a video of newscaster Crisahel Takigawa, who gives them the details of what has happened. These events are always pretty minor stuff (Like in this episode, where Boyoyon's Mystery Man is breaking all of the rice cakes around town into pieces), showing that the residents of Asakusa are apparently thrown into a panic quite easily. Gatchapin rushes to the scene to investigate, where he encounters the latest Mystery Man at work. These Mystery Men are all played by various Japanese comedians, and often use variations of their usual comedy routines while in their Mystery Man roles. Despite his best efforts, Gatchapin is unable to stop his foe. Following what would have been a commercial break, Dr. Mukkun calls on the science specialist Dr. Mikio Sato for help. Dr. Sato then creates some new weapon for Gatchapin to use. These weapons are all simple items that, following the on-screen instructions and with some parental supervision, young viewers can make at home. Dr. Sato somehow sends his creations to Dr. Mukkun through a microwave oven, and Dr. Mukkun gives it to Gatchapin. Gatchapin then uses the weapon against the Mystery Man. Soundly defeated, the Mystery Man runs away (Proving that good help is hard to find, considering how easily these guys give up). Gatchapin rejoices in his victory, and sometimes shares a joke with the same comedian who played the Mystery Man, now portraying a civilian who is working for the good of Asakusa. Everyone is happy, and the GatchaRAP ending theme song plays (With several lyrics that change daily to reflect the events of the episode). It's all silly, but fun to watch. Todays episode can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Rice Cake Destroyer! Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 23 Mar 2009 09:24

Oh my.... this is certainly different! I think those girls in the beginning weren't too happy with Gatchapin, and might have been somewhat creeped out. Does this qualify as sexual harrassment?

The singer for the theme had me pound

pound

! He certainly didn't look too comfortable performing it! Like maybe he was constipated... And what was with the James Bond riff at the 'splash page'? I love how they threw the stuffed toy as a 'stuntman standin' for Gatchapin! ROFL 2

ROFL 2

You say that these inventions are supposed to be for kids at home to do... are the kids supposed to have massive metal pipes available to them? Wink

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That rap at the end... oh, my eyes are hurting! Is Gatchapin really supposed to be a 'big bad gangsta rapper'? Erm2

Erm2

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 23 Mar 2009 09:34 (edited 23 Mar 2009 09:35)

Hi all!

You say that these inventions are supposed to be for kids at home to do... are the kids supposed to have massive metal pipes available to them?

Actually, it's a plastic pipe, so Gatchapin can generate static electricity with it. Say, instead of going through the hassle of makiing the trap, wouldn't it have been simpler to just use the pipe to whack Rice Cake Destroyer in the head... James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 23 Mar 2009 09:39

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Actually, it's a plastic pipe, so Gatchapin can generate static electricity with it. Say, instead of going through the hassle of makiing the trap, wouldn't it have been simpler to just use the pipe to whack Rice Cake Destroyer in the head...

That would be too violent for a kids' show. OTOH, electrocuting the guy is clearly the humane thing to do.

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 23 Mar 2009 12:01

I had thought the same thing about the whole teenager deal. Either Gatchapin is into fashion, or he's a true pervert. Evillaugh

Evillaugh

Either way it was funny as heck.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 23 Mar 2009 17:03

Hi all! Episode #2 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Mysterious Smaller Shrimp Bowl Plan!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Ebi Maro-chan! Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 23 Mar 2009 17:46

Oh no! The tempura fish is missing! Whatever shall we do????? Those poor girls... I'm waiting for them to report Gatchapin as a stalker...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 23 Mar 2009 17:58

Hi all!

Oh no! The tempura fish is missing! Whatever shall we do?????

It's not missing, it's just really, really small (Hence the "Smaller Shrimp Bowl Plan" part of the episode title).

Those poor girls... I'm waiting for them to report Gatchapin as a stalker...

Then they'd have to change the theme song lyrics. "Go Go Gatchaperv..." James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 23 Mar 2009 18:28

One other question, although I'm sure I'm going to get some incredibly obvious answer... Why is it called 'Science Ninja Team Gatchapin' (and Gatchapin refers to himself as such) when there's just G1? Is it too much to hope that the other members show up? And that they're a little more intelligent than Gatchapin? At least, my kids learned today why I keep them away from boiling oil and frying bacon!

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 23 Mar 2009 18:37

Originally posted by Transmute Jun At least, my kids learned today why I keep them away from boiling oil and frying bacon!

Cloud breaks into peels of laughter, so what you are saying is I should show this eps. to my students rather than let them experiment as well .... Wink

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tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 23 Mar 2009 18:57

Hi all!

Why is it called 'Science Ninja Team Gatchapin' (and Gatchapin refers to himself as such) when there's just G1?

Good question. Wish I had a good answer.

Is it too much to hope that the other members show up?

Yes, it is. That would involve making more costumes, so it wasn't going to happen.

And that they're a little more intelligent than Gatchapin?

I suspect that a turnip could also make that claim. James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 23 Mar 2009 21:09

I'm enjoying these live action episodes... Gatchapin's "static electricity spiders" attack (or whatever it was) really had me laughing! But now I'm also really feeling a hankering for some tempura -it looked good there at the end.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 24 Mar 2009 06:51

See? Gatchapin is both cultural and educational! pound

pound

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 24 Mar 2009 07:28

The tempura did look really good. We have some batter at the house, but anytime we have tried it doesn't do very well.

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 24 Mar 2009 10:43

With my lack of cooking skills, I wouldn't even attempt it! But, the BF can do really good battered fish, so maybe I can persuade him to try tempura -I've had it in restaurants and it doesn't seem that different...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 24 Mar 2009 16:36

Hi all! Episode #2 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Massive Earthquake! The Trap of the Smart Ball!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Trick Ball 1! Enjoy! James

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 24 Mar 2009 19:05

Gatchapin looks like he's having fun gambling. The retakes were cute too.

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 24 Mar 2009 19:53

I'm wondering now if there are a lot of small children in Japan looking in their kitchens' microwave ovens all the time to see if anything has been sent to them. I would have thought that was a great idea when I was a little kid!

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 24 Mar 2009 21:29

With some extra Drunk

Drunk

their might even be a couple of adults too. The Christmas parties at work have been a blast with the Japanese bosses.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 25 Mar 2009 12:19

Okay, this is running a bit late, but what was wrong with the pinball machines? I saw people complaining (although not the lady who complained about the missing fish and broken rice cakes) but didn't understand what they were upset about (other than the fact that they weren't getting a refund). And then, the goon 'addicted' Gatchapin to pinball? I was really rolling my eyes when Gatchapin needed 3 tries to use the bouncing ball invention...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 25 Mar 2009 18:18

Hi all! Episode #4 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Gatchapin's Desperate Situation! The Fearsome Wasabi Hell!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Nigiri Wasabi Maro! Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 25 Mar 2009 21:31

"The Fearsome Wasabi Hell!" Laugh2

Laugh2

Sounds like my first experience with sushi, many years ago -I had no idea how strong wasabi is and used rather too much... I'm now resisting the urge to find a balloon and an orange, to figure out how rubbing the peel on the balloon makes the balloon pop -something to do with the acidity, or oils in the peel reacting with static electricity from the balloon's surface? Balloon

Balloon

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 26 Mar 2009 06:17

I believe it's that the acidity weakens the material the balloon is made from. That must have been some strong wasabi, to make everyone pass out! I'm feeling so badly for those poor girls at the beginning...

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 26 Mar 2009 16:36

Hi all!

Okay, this is running a bit late, but what was wrong with the pinball machines? I saw people complaining (although not the lady who complained about the missing fish and broken rice cakes) but didn't understand what they were upset about (other than the fact that they weren't getting a refund). And then, the goon 'addicted' Gatchapin to pinball?

I'm not very familiar with Smartball, and have never played it. From what little I understand, it's apparently something of a cross between pinball and pachinko, where the better score you receive on the pinball-style game pays off in a greater amount of additional balls you can use to either continue playing or turn in for prizes. What the people were complaining about were the games not paying off like they were supposed to, with Trick Ball 1 refusing to give them a refund, or that Trick Ball 1 was blocking their view so they couldn't play properly. And yes, Trick Ball 1 got Gatchapin hooked on playing, and frustrated that he wasn't winning like he was supposed to. James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 26 Mar 2009 16:38

Hi all! Episode #5 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Asakusa Invasion!? The Mysterious Moai Statue!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Moai the Yosuke! Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 26 Mar 2009 18:22

Okay, I have to ask... what was with the Easter Island heads? Were they supposed to be scaring people, or just creeping them out? Also, why were the girls in the beginning suddenly very friendly to Gatchapin? And lastly... this one is bugging me... what does 'daiyo' mean? I'm sure I spelled it incorrectly, but they say it a lot, usually at the end of a sentence. Often the narrator says it, and Gatchapin uses it a lot in the raps.

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 26 Mar 2009 20:48

Originally posted by Transmute Jun Okay, I have to ask... what was with the Easter Island heads? Were they supposed to be scaring people, or just creeping them out?

Or emitting some sort of supernatural, sinister energy? I'm curious too.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 26 Mar 2009 21:10

Hi all!

Okay, I have to ask... what was with the Easter Island heads? Were they supposed to be scaring people, or just creeping them out?

Like I said in my description of this series. "These events are always pretty minor stuff (Like in this episode, where Boyoyon's Mystery Man is breaking all of the rice cakes around town into pieces), showing that the residents of Asakusa are apparently thrown into a panic quite easily." The Moai heads appeared where they weren't supposed to be, and this caused a panic. Nothing more, nothing less.

Also, why were the girls in the beginning suddenly very friendly to Gatchapin?

Because they were never supposed to dislike him. He is a hero, after all. You want consistency from this show?

And lastly... this one is bugging me... what does 'daiyo' mean? I'm sure I spelled it incorrectly, but they say it a lot, usually at the end of a sentence. Often the narrator says it, and Gatchapin uses it a lot in the raps.

I'm really not sure exactly what phrase you mean. I couldn't find it in the GatchaRAP songs, and don't have time to watch through episodes right now in order to try to find it. If you could give me a specific example, that would help. James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 27 Mar 2009 16:41

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, all five episodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Enjoy! And don't forget, come Monday at around this same time, the next batch of episodes will be up! James

gatchgirl Babbling Loonie posted 28 Mar 2009 12:52

I think CD, and Springie ought to try the orange with balloon trick in their classroom.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 29 Mar 2009 03:24

Hi all!

And lastly... this one is bugging me... what does 'daiyo' mean? I'm sure I spelled it incorrectly, but they say it a lot, usually at the end of a sentence. Often the narrator says it, and Gatchapin uses it a lot in the raps.

Okay, finally had a chance to look into this. What you're actually hearing is "dayo," not "daiyo." It's a sentence particle used in informal situations to replace the particle "desu." "Desu," in fairly simple terms, is placed at the end of a sentence to mean "It is," "Those are," or "I am." I hope this helps! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 29 Mar 2009 09:30

Thank you, James! At least this explains why i keep hearing it at the end of sentences, and why they seem to say it so much!!!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 29 Mar 2009 18:33

Hi all! Episode #6 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Great Panic! Asakusa's Signboard Pandemonium!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Bobby Omission! Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 29 Mar 2009 21:10

I gather that signs in stores saying "10% off" were being changed to "100% off" and the older woman in the clothing store was arguing for the bigger discount? Not exactly a problem on the level of a mecha destroying a city, but a problem nevertheless! Laugh1

Laugh1

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 30 Mar 2009 10:11

If Gatchapin actually had to fight a real mecha, I think he'd be in way over his head! He'd need Cool Girl Jun to save him. Wink

Wink

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 30 Mar 2009 16:57

Hi all! Episode #7 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Frightening! The 'Get Asakusa Drunk' Plan!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin once again faces off against the Mystery Man Moai the Yosuke. While several of the Mystery Men in the series are portrayed by the same comedians, Moai the Yosuke is the only Mystery Man character to make a repeat appearance in the series! Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 30 Mar 2009 17:52

Oh... the invention... I don't want to spoil it, but I was pound

pound

!!!!

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 30 Mar 2009 19:20

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Today Gatchapin once again faces off against the Mystery Man Moai the Yosuke. While several of the Mystery Men in the series are portrayed by the same comedians, Moai the Yosuke is the only Mystery Man character to make a repeat appearance in the series!

I remember him -was he the one who was messing with the tempura? I agree with TJ -today's ep has the best weapon yet! (But should they be teaching children how to make it? watchout

watchout

)

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 31 Mar 2009 08:22

Originally posted by lborgia88I agree with TJ -today's ep has the best weapon yet! (But should they be teaching children how to make it? )

At least they had the hole in the cap! I was expecting the entire thing to explode on him!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 31 Mar 2009 17:07

Hi all! Episode #8 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Asakusa's Great Migration!? Chase the Mysterious Criminal!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Carrier Bobby! Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 1 Apr 2009 06:21

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Carrier Bobby!

Is Bobby a 'Man Carrier'? I saw him carrying a table, and presumably he carried plants and a dirty glove... Grin

Grin

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 1 Apr 2009 07:23

I'm still trying to figure out if he was stealing things, or just "carrying" them around to different locations. There is a rather sweet innocence about these episodes, where the most dastardly things villains can think of to do are to alter signs in stores, add booze to drinks, leave dirty gloves in shops etc., and they are foiled by tactics like spraying Pepsi or with suction cups. It's quite the contrast to the violence and destruction in the original Gatchaman!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 1 Apr 2009 08:41 (edited 1 Apr 2009 08:41)

Um.... let me get this straight, LB... you think spiking people's drinks (including those of teenagers) is *innocent*???? I think I'm seeing the real you sneaking out... Angel1

Angel1

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 1 Apr 2009 09:57

Originally posted by Transmute Jun Um.... let me get this straight, LB... you think spiking people's drinks (including those of teenagers) is *innocent*???? I think I'm seeing the real you sneaking out...

Laugh2

Weeell, I did come from a family where my Dad, by the time I was 16 or 17, wasn't averse to letting me have the odd small gin and tonic in the summer, one glass of his home-made holiday egg nog (rum was a main ingredient), or wine with meals, if everyone else was having them too... But, seriously, you have to admit that spiking drinks is pretty tame compared to, say, ep. 64, where Galactor gives out toxic Christmas presents that leave small children dead.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 1 Apr 2009 11:09

Originally posted by lborgia88 But, seriously, you have to admit that spiking drinks is pretty tame compared to, say, ep. 64, where Galactor gives out toxic Christmas presents that leave small children dead.

True. But in comparison, the spiking drinks threat is much more dangerous, since Gatchapin isn't really capable of stopping it on his own. The SNT OTOH stopped Galactor all by themselves in the Christmas Present ep. Wink

Wink

(And I can't believe I'm discussing this seriously, but it *is* April Fool's Day...)

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 1 Apr 2009 16:44

Hi all! Episode #9 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "The Tragic Backside! Save Me From a Wet Behind!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Chair Licker! Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 1 Apr 2009 17:25

Oh my! Gatchapin is back to harrassing the ladies! I guess after 3 days of harrassing the boys he wanted to go back to women. Good for that lady, smacking him for patting her bottom! Wink

Wink

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 2 Apr 2009 11:53 (edited 2 Apr 2009 11:54)

Hi all!

Good for that lady, smacking him for patting her bottom!

But he was just checking to make sure she wasn't wet... Yeah, right... serenade

serenade

Go, Go Gatchaperv...

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 2 Apr 2009 12:01

Originally posted by tatsunokofan But he was just checking to make sure she wasn't wet... Yeah, right...

I think she did about wet her pants when Gatchapin touched her there!

Go, Go Gatchaperv...

You know, while Gatchapin is quite perverted in these eps, what *really* grossed me out was the guy licking the stools. I mean, I know he wasn't *actually* licking them, but the tongue-flicking thing... ewwwww..... Puke1

Puke1

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 2 Apr 2009 16:33

Hi all! Episode #10 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Asakusa's Great Pinch! The Mysterious Cat Thief Appears!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Cat Thief Hiroshi! Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 2 Apr 2009 18:38

Okay, so let me summarize this plot. People are upset because there are signs on all of the candy (bean pastries?). What does the sign say? The Wonder-Woman-wannabe henchman steals a box of candy/bean pastries, the requisite chase scene ensues, and wonder of wonders, Gatchapin actually catches him. Gatchapin takes him to the police station and questions him, and he proceeds to alternately be sad and get up and sing/dance. I'm not seeing the problem here? Gatchapin gets a plastic bottle filled with water and proceeds to whip the henchman with a piece of paper. Henchman gives up and goes away. I'm missing something here... why did they let the henchman go if they had already captured him? I was laughing at the beginning with the makeup! I'm glad Gatchapin only ended up with lipstick. I was wondering what the eyelash curler would do to him, given that he didn't have eyelashes.

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 2 Apr 2009 22:32

Darn! After reading the title, I thought today's story would have real cats in it... Cat

Cat

Originally posted by Transmute Jun I'm missing something here... why did they let the henchman go if they had already captured him?

I can only think that he somehow charmed Gatchapin with his singing and dancing and convinced him he hadn't done anything wrong. Of course, later, Gatchapin was ready and armed with his fearsome snapping paper, which clearly instills terror in all villains. Laugh2

Laugh2

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 3 Apr 2009 16:50

Hi all!

People are upset because there are signs on all of the candy (bean pastries?). What does the sign say?

The signs say "Sold Out," "Out of Stock," and "Sold Out Across Japan." You see, Cat Thief Hiroshi was stealing and eating all of the candies as fast as they are being made, so there were none available for people to buy.

Gatchapin actually catches him. Gatchapin takes him to the police station and questions him, and he proceeds to alternately be sad and get up and sing/dance. I'm not seeing the problem here?

Gatchapin was growing frustrated because Hiroshi refused to give him any straight answers. He went from blubbering apologizes to singing his own praises and singing commercial jingles. It's hard to deal with someone who says they did what they did because they "wish they were an Oscar Meyer Weiner" (Or the Japanese equivilant thereof).

I'm missing something here... why did they let the henchman go if they had already captured him?

They didn't really let him go. They were trying to get him to stop acting with all the sense of responsibility of your average cat. So they used the "Mr. Cat Fooler" weapon (The terror of cats everywhere, looking even larger when viewed through the water bottle) to scare him straight. After that, the candies were once again available in Asakusa. Or they would have been if the older lady hadn't bought them all, making them sold out yet again!

I was laughing at the beginning with the makeup! I'm glad Gatchapin only ended up with lipstick. I was wondering what the eyelash curler would do to him, given that he didn't have eyelashes.

I didn't think he had lips... James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 3 Apr 2009 17:37

Originally posted by tatsunokofan I didn't think he had lips...

This just goes to show what you know about women's makeup, James! Lipstick can be used to create lips, even if you don't have any (or more likely, enlarge lips that are too small). But an eyelash curler is pretty useless without eyelashes. Wink

Wink

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 5 Apr 2009 17:05

Hi all! For some unknown reason, the Fuji TV Kids Club has skipped a weeks worth of Gatchapin episodes, jumping from episode #10 to episode #16. Annoying, I know, but there's nothing that can be done about it except hope that they'll include the missing week's worth of episodes at some later date. Anyway, episode #16 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Enraged! The Booming Fast Rickshaw! It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Sickening Arino! Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 5 Apr 2009 18:14

I was wondering what was wrong with Mukkun's mouth, then I finally realized that he now has a mustache! Weird... Eyebrows

Eyebrows

Also... I guess this is too much continuity to expect, but why would Gatchapin get sick from a rickshaw ride, when he goes through the fast-spinning merry-go-round launch every episode? What were the boys in the beginning of the episode saying/doing? Lastly, why were Mukkun and Gatchapin so upset in the beginning? Was it because they didn't know what the chopsticks were for?

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 5 Apr 2009 18:44

Hi all!

I guess this is too much continuity to expect

On this show, any continuity is too much to expect.

What were the boys in the beginning of the episode saying/doing?

They were asking directions to Akihabara. They also wondered if Gatchapin was was doing cosplay, and were trying to get the girls to go with them to Akihabara, where the girls could do cosplay as maids. Ick.

Lastly, why were Mukkun and Gatchapin so upset in the beginning? Was it because they didn't know what the chopsticks were for?

No. They were helping to assemble the chopsticks in their paper wrappers, and yet in order to eat their meal, they had to undo some of their handiwork. James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 5 Apr 2009 19:42

Originally posted by tatsunokofan They were asking directions to Akihabara. They also wondered if Gatchapin was was doing cosplay, and were trying to get the girls to go with them to Akihabara, where the girls could do cosplay as maids. Ick.

Maids?

Bored

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 5 Apr 2009 19:45

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Hi all!
I guess this is too much continuity to expect
On this show, any continuity is too much to expect. James

You think we would have realized that by now don't you.....

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 5 Apr 2009 20:54

I'm starting to wonder why I keep trying to make sense out of the episodes... perhaps I've been on a rickshaw ride and I'm sick too! Doh2

Doh2

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 6 Apr 2009 16:49

Hi all! Episode #17 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Dreadful! The Azakusa Store Closing Operation" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Store Closing Mystery Man Okada! Enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 6 Apr 2009 16:58

Okay, what was going on with the girls today? Were they laughing at Gatchapin? Was that why he was so depressed in the office?

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 6 Apr 2009 17:26

Hi all!

Okay, what was going on with the girls today? Were they laughing at Gatchapin? Was that why he was so depressed in the office?

The girls are making fun of Gatchapin's lack of progress against Azakusa, leading to his depression. Oh, the pathos...! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 6 Apr 2009 17:28

Originally posted by tatsunokofan The girls are making fun of Gatchapin's lack of progress against Azakusa, leading to his depression. Oh, the pathos...!

Sooo.... this show is teaching young Japanese children to make fun of those who have failed. I see...

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 6 Apr 2009 17:39 (edited 6 Apr 2009 17:40)

Look at it this way TJ ... Look at how laughing at someone who has failed makes them feel.... See glass half full option. Wink

Wink

(Sorry I am the Owl and like to see the good in everything ... even if it is not there.)

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 7 Apr 2009 18:28 (edited 8 Apr 2009 16:59)

Hi all! Episode #18 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Save the City of Asakusa! The Fearsome Harajuku-izing Plan" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the T-Shirt Mystery Man Harajukun! Since I can already see this one coming, the people in Asakusa are confused as to which city they are in because all they can find for sale are T-shirts for the city of Harajuku. This makes them think they might be in Harajuku (Despite the sign on the gift shop plainly saying "Asakusa"). No one ever said the citizens of Asakusa were geniuses. Enjoy! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 8 Apr 2009 16:59

Hi all! Episode #19 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "It's Cold! It's Cold! It's Cold! Is Asakusa Frozen!?" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Inviting Cat Okada! Enjoy! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 9 Apr 2009 17:04

Hi all! Episode #20 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Gatchapin Vs Azakusa * Asakusa Final Decisive Battle!!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin In this, the final episode of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin," Gatchapin and Dr. Mukkun must work side-by-side as they confront Azakusa's Supreme Commander himself, Emperor Boyoyon! Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 10 Apr 2009 08:07

But, it didn't seem all that "final and decisive," as the gravy (I hope that's what is was) showed up on Gatchapin's and Dr. Mukkun's sushi (yuck!) at the end. There'll be more episodes next week, I hope?

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 10 Apr 2009 08:19

Hi all!

as the gravy (I hope that's what is was)

It was curry, not gravy.

There'll be more episodes next week, I hope?

That was the end of the Gatchapin run (Aside from the 5 episodes they skipped for some reason). The most likely thing to happen will be that they'll go back to the first episode of "Go Go! Gatchapin" on Monday, and start the whole cycle over again, as this is the pattern they have done in the past. James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 10 Apr 2009 08:44

Curry? I like curry (and gravy) but not on everything, and certainly not on my sushi! I can see why everyone was upset about this! Is it known if there are plans to make more Gatchapin episodes at some future time? The ending to yesterday's episode does suggest this, with the "To be Continued." Does going back to the first episode mean we'll see Pierre Katse again? I really liked him.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 10 Apr 2009 08:55 (edited 10 Apr 2009 08:57)

Hi all!

Is it known if there are plans to make more Gatchapin episodes at some future time?

None that I know of. Since it has been nearly a year since the last episode first aired, longer than any gap between the previous series, I would think that it is unlikely that they will be doing any more Gatchapin stories.

The ending to yesterday's episode does suggest this, with the "To be Continued."

It's possible that the production staff hoped they would be back with more, but I'd take this more as another example of the series having some fun.

Does going back to the first episode mean we'll see Pierre Katse again? I really liked him.

Yes, it does. So, Pierre Katse might be seen prowling the streets once again on Monday. James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 10 Apr 2009 10:08

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Yes, it does. So, Pierre Katse might be seen prowling the streets once again on Monday.

I hope so. I think the actor who played Pierre Katse did a really good job -I found myself empathizing with him even though I couldn't understand anything he was saying. And, since Gatchapin didn't speak at all in those episodes, Pierre Katse really carried the show.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 10 Apr 2009 11:40

I agree, Pierre Katse was the best villain! Although nothing beats those underwear ninjas... Wink

Wink

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 10 Apr 2009 14:41

Hi all!

I hope so. I think the actor who played Pierre Katse did a really good job -I found myself empathizing with him even though I couldn't understand anything he was saying. And, since Gatchapin didn't speak at all in those episodes, Pierre Katse really carried the show.

Pierre Katse was played by Pierre Taki, a Japanese entertainer. He's had acting roles, is a musician with the group Denki Groove, and is just a general all-around mass media personality on Japanese TV. And I agree, he was the best villain in any of the Gatchapin series. James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 10 Apr 2009 16:37

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, all five episodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin As I've said, these are the last episodes in the series. Come Monday, it's likely that they'll be cycling back to the first episodes of "Go Go! Gatchapin" and going through the run again. While you're all welcome to watch them again as they come down, I won't be continuing to post the daily reminders of them (Though I probably will say something a few months from now if they go through the block of Science Ninja Team Gatchapin episode #'s 11~15 that they skipped over). Anyway, I hope you've enjoyed them! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 10 Apr 2009 17:27

Thank you so much James for setting this up, and for posting each day when the episodes come on. It has been a lot of fun watching them, and I know I would never have done so if you hadn't been so helpful to all of us with your assistance. Thanks

Thanks

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 10 Apr 2009 20:56 (edited 10 Apr 2009 20:57)

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Pierre Katse was played by Pierre Taki, a Japanese entertainer. He's had acting roles, is a musician with the group Denki Groove, and is just a general all-around mass media personality on Japanese TV.

I guess that explains why he's "Pierre" Katse, then. Laugh1

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I had wondered about that. I got curious, and found Denki Groove on youtube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tRfqWOOmNXk As I've only seen "Pierre Katse" with a mask on, I'm not sure which of the two guys on stage is Pierre Taki. Thank you, James, for bringing "Gatchapin" to my attention, and for making it easy for me to navigate a Japanese website to watch it.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 11 Apr 2009 01:02

Hi all!

As I've only seen "Pierre Katse" with a mask on, I'm not sure which of the two guys on stage is Pierre Taki.

If you really want to see what Pierre Taki looks like without the mask, here are several photos of him: http://talent.yahoo.co.jp/pf/detail/pp10773 James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 11 Apr 2009 22:58

Thanks, James. Now I think that Pierre Taki is the one in front of the big screen in that video, not the one behind the turntable.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 12 Apr 2009 17:07

Guess what? The missing week is up! Episode 11 is available for viewing right now! And based on the 'preview shots', it seems that this week we learn how Mukkun got himself a mustache. I'll warn you, this one is gross. It's the return of the 'licker'. Ewwwww.....

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 12 Apr 2009 18:41

He is so gross! As if licking chairs wasn't bad enough... I'm glad we're getting to see the skipped over eps though!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 12 Apr 2009 19:23

Originally posted by lborgia88 He is so gross! As if licking chairs wasn't bad enough... I'm glad we're getting to see the skipped over eps though!

Hey, LB, want a cracker? Only slightly soggy.... Wink

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tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 12 Apr 2009 20:25

Hi all! That's a pleasant surprise. Even though you now know how the series ends, at least you won't have to wait several months to see these "missing" episodes. Anyway, in case anyone cares, episode #11 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is "Asakusa's Special Product Great Pinch! The Mystery of the Wet Rice Cracker!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Rice Cracker Licker! Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 12 Apr 2009 20:26

Originally posted by Transmute Jun Hey, LB, want a cracker? Only slightly soggy....

Bleagh!

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If the spraying Pepsi was the best weapon, then the "licker" is the surely the worst villain!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 12 Apr 2009 20:39

Originally posted by lborgia88 If the spraying Pepsi was the best weapon, then the "licker" is the surely the worst villain!

Agreed on both counts! iagree

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tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 12 Apr 2009 20:50

Hi all!

If the spraying Pepsi was the best weapon, then the "licker" is the surely the worst villain!

There's actually a weapon coming up later this week that, at least in its usage, ends up being far more memorable than the Mentos & Pepsi weapons. You'll know it when you see it being used...! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 13 Apr 2009 08:09

Hmm, I'll be watching each ep this week as soon as it's available -you've got me really curious!

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 13 Apr 2009 09:01

Originally posted by tatsunokofan There's actually a weapon coming up later this week that, at least in its usage, ends up being far more memorable than the Mentos & Pepsi weapons. You'll know it when you see it being used...!

Now I'm really excited!!!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 13 Apr 2009 16:46

Hi all! Episode #12 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Requiring Special Care! The Sweeeet Trap Encompassing Asakusa!" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Whipped Cat Hiroshi! Enjoy! James

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 13 Apr 2009 17:19

Thank you James, unfortunately I missed yesterday's eps so I guess I will have to wait until the weekend to catch it.

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 13 Apr 2009 17:44

Funny... that whipped cream looks a lot like shaving cream to me... but then the guy ate it... ewwww..... James, what were the girls in the beginning teasing Gatchapin about? I was ROFL 2

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when they slapped his helmet and it had that cheap plasticky sound! Wink

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lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 13 Apr 2009 18:28

Yikes, but when the villain pulled down his shorts I was all "what is he doing ?!" until... Laugh1

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Now I understand where the "cat" in his name comes from.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 13 Apr 2009 19:13

Hi all!

what were the girls in the beginning teasing Gatchapin about?

They weren't so much teasing him as admiring how soft he felt. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 14 Apr 2009 05:29

Originally posted by tatsunokofan They weren't so much teasing him as admiring how soft he felt.

Ah, well no wonder he was upset! What male superhero wants to be told that he's 'soft'? ROFL 2

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tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 14 Apr 2009 16:56

Hi all! Episode #13 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Tears, Tears of...Asakusa's Frustrations" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Frustrating Rimble! Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 14 Apr 2009 20:14

How did Gatchapin do that? Was the cup glued to the tray, because I was certainly expecting it to slide off.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 15 Apr 2009 16:43

Hi all! Episode #14 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Game Center Asakusa X" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Game Center Arinox! Enjoy! James

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 15 Apr 2009 19:00

I feel bad for Gatchapin! How many tries did it take him to make a hit, and were those members of the film crew that he was hitting? Laugh1

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Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 15 Apr 2009 20:05

But when he did make a hit, he got it *right* on target!!!!! Wink

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Still waiting for the 'awesome' weapon James mentioned. I guess it comes tomorrow!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 16 Apr 2009 09:16

Hi all!

Still waiting for the 'awesome' weapon James mentioned.

You've misinterpreted my words. What I said was "There's actually a weapon coming up later this week that, at least in its usage, ends up being far more memorable than the Mentos & Pepsi weapons." The key part of that is "in its usage." I never said the weapon itself was overly memorable, only that it is memorable when we see it being used. So, to clarify, I was referrring to the weapon in the current episode (#14) of Gatchapin. I can't help but get a laugh out of seeing Gatchapin's numerous attempts to use the weapon properly, the production crew (And the villain!) having to chase the weapon down and return it to him, even having Gatchapin hitting the cameraman with the weapon at one point, all before Gatchapin manages to use the weapon in a manner that will make certain that this is one Mystery Man who will think twice before returning to a life of crime. To me, that is far more memorable than simply seeing a guy sprayed with soda. Lowbrow humor to be sure, but still funny. I'm also sort of surprised that no one has mentioned the moment when Gatchapin bangs his head against the game machine... James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 16 Apr 2009 16:54

Hi all! Episode #15 of "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" is now online. Today's episode is "Frightening! The Asakusa Frozen Solid Plan" It can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Today Gatchapin faces off against the Mystery Man Frozenman! With the Fuji Kids site having already run Gatchapin #'s 16~20 last week, this episode marks the final episode of Gatchapin before they start repeating the series next week. So, for one last time, enjoy! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 17 Apr 2009 08:05

I have to say that this 'last' crime is one of the funniest to me! I remember seeing all of that plastic food in Japan in the restaurant windows, and it was so helpful! And it's so common to see it... And then, all of those people (especially the poor 'American' boys who can barely speak Japanese) being confounded by it, as if they've never seen the plastic food before! ROFL 2

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The 'American' boys were snickering so hard as they spoke their lines! My DD was watching the scene where Gatchapin gets the plastic ice cream, and she was so disappointed that his tooth didn't break. Now *that* would have been funny, if Gatchapin's tooth had fallen off! And then Gatchapin just sits there and whines... DD was yelling at Gatchapin to 'throw the ice cream at the bad guy'! I think that would have been a far better weapon than the paper snaps! JMHO... Wink

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lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 17 Apr 2009 08:31

Originally posted by Transmute Jun I have to say that this 'last' crime is one of the funniest to me! I remember seeing all of that plastic food in Japan in the restaurant windows, and it was so helpful! And it's so common to see it... And then, all of those people (especially the poor 'American' boys who can barely speak Japanese) being confounded by it, as if they've never seen the plastic food before! The 'American' boys were snickering so hard as they spoke their lines! My DD was watching the scene where Gatchapin gets the plastic ice cream, and she was so disappointed that his tooth didn't break. Now *that* would have been funny, if Gatchapin's tooth had fallen off! And then Gatchapin just sits there and whines... DD was yelling at Gatchapin to 'throw the ice cream at the bad guy'! I think that would have been a far better weapon than the paper snaps! JMHO...

Maybe, after the previous episode, he's afraid that if he throws anything, he'll just miss his target? I think I would have felt sorry for Gatchapin if he'd broken a tooth off! Laugh1

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Of course, he could probably just grow a new one, or Dr. Muuken could reattach it. Those two American boys were certainly complete goofs! I hope they aren't a representation of how young North Americans are perceived in Japan.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 17 Apr 2009 15:42

Hi all!

And then, all of those people (especially the poor 'American' boys who can barely speak Japanese) being confounded by it, as if they've never seen the plastic food before!

While, yes, the food seen in the episode was indeed the plastic food typically found at Japanese restaurants, it was not supposed to be plastic in this episode. It was, as the title for the episode and the name of the Mystery Man imply, supposed to be real food frozen solid (Just like the poor rickshaw driver who didn't move was supposed to be frozen as well). James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 17 Apr 2009 17:17

Hi all! For those who missed any of the Gatchapin episodes that were available this week, all five episodes are now available for viewing over the weekend. They can be found at: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The member ID and password you'll need to view it is: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin Since Fuji Kids posted the final five episodes last week, these were the last new episodes in the series. Come Monday, I'd expect them to be returning to the beginning with the first episodes of "Go Go! Gatchapin." You are, of course, more than welcome to continue to use the ID and password to watch these, but this will be the last of these reminders I will be posting regarding the latest episodes (Unless, of course, they produce new episodes. But, since it's been nearly a year since the last new episode aired, I think this is fairly unlikely). Anyway, I hope you've enjoyed them! James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 17 Apr 2009 18:52

Okay, I thought the Rickshaw driver was supposed to have been turned into plastic as well! Shows you what I know... Wink

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clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 17 Apr 2009 19:16

Originally posted by tatsunokofan Come Monday, I'd expect them to be returning to the beginning with the first episodes of "Go Go! Gatchapin." James

How likely is it that all these eps. will be repeated again? Your comment makes it seem likely, but I was wondering if there might be something else in the wings to show for the Fuji club to show, now that this series has been completed. Thank you for the constant reminders, James. I did miss a few eps. this week and have now been able to "catch up" on them.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 17 Apr 2009 21:23

Hi all!

How likely is it that all these eps. will be repeated again? Your comment makes it seem likely, but I was wondering if there might be something else in the wings to show for the Fuji club to show, now that this series has been completed.

Very likely. This makes the third time I've seen them cycle through the run since they started running them all. Prior to that, they were simply cycling through the 20 episodes of the then-current "Science Ninja Team Gatchapin" series, matching the episodes that were airing on their station that day. Now the series is airing once a week on their station, but five days a week on their website. James

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 18 Apr 2009 07:33

Thank you James, that means I get to watch my favourite ones again cheerleader2

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- as long as I remember which days/weeks they were. Wink

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Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 19 Apr 2009 18:08

For those who are interested, Fuji Kids seems to be airing episodes 16-20 of the most recent Gatchapin series this week.

clouddancer Gatchamaniac posted 19 Apr 2009 18:31

Thank you TJ.

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 19 Apr 2009 19:33

At least the "Licker" isn't in any of those episodes! I'll have to do some rewatching...

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 19 Apr 2009 19:48

ITA! The Licker gave me the creeps!!!!!

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 26 Apr 2009 17:05

Hi all! I see that Fuji Kids has now gone back to the beginning of Gatchapin, starting with the first episode of "Go Go! Gatchapin." So, if you want to rewatch the series from where it started, now's your chance! James

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 11 Nov 2009 15:18 (edited 11 Nov 2009 15:19)

Hi all! I noticed that the Fuji Kids website has once again started on the first episodes of "Go Go Gatchapin," in case anyone feels lime watching them again -- or, if you're new to this list, watching them for the first time. If you're not sure what the show is about, you might want to check out the beginning of this thread for an explanation. They're on the fourth episode right now, but it's not like there's a real deliberate order to the episodes. So, it's pretty easy to jump in at any time. The episodes can be found here: http://www.fujitvkidsclub.jp/webchannel/index.html The show is pretty easy to spot, since it's the second show listed on the page. They make one episode available each weekday, with the current episode highlighted in red. New episodes become available each weekday around 9:00am Japan time, and on the weekends all five episodes from that week are available for viewing, so you can catch up on any that might have missed (Like those from Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday...). You need to be registered with their kids club in order to view the shows on that page. I had already done that when this thread first started, and that number and password are still valid. So, what you need to know are the following: Member ID Number: 15023448 Password: gatchapin When you click on the current episode, it will come up with a small window with a "Play" arrow in it. When you click on that, it will go to a page asking for the ID number and the password. Once you've entered those, it will take you back to the main page, where you can click on the current episode again, press play, and the episode will appear in a new window. The show is very silly, but still fun to watch again. James

Transmute Jun Queen of the Bird Missiles posted 11 Nov 2009 15:27

I should point out that my kids were watching this yesterday, and having a ball watching Pierre Katse and his antics!

lborgia88 Gatchamaniac posted 12 Nov 2009 12:41

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That was great! I'd forgotten how much I like Pierre Katse, and how funny it is when Leader X zaps him.

tatsunokofan Gatch Guru posted 14 Nov 2009 10:02

Hi all! Since it's the weekend, all five Gatchapin episodes that were online this week are now available for viewing. So, if you want to watch the first five Gatchapin episodes, and enjoy the antics of Pierre Katse in his eternal struggle against his young dinosaur foe from the beginning, now's your chance! James

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