In a cruel twist of fate, the channel hit 100K subscribers a day after the incident. I'd like to thank every one of you for supporting me up to this point. I can't help but think how much of that I owe to Kyoto Animation. They've been my joy, my inspiration, my passion. No amount of thanks is enough. Here's how you can help: Link to Sentai Filmworks GoFundMe campaign: www.gofundme.com/help-kyoani-heal Link to KyoAni digital print webshop: kyoani.shop-pro.jp/ Step-by-step picture guide on how to purchase: twitter.com/gokunobaka/status/1151813889362989056 Lastly, I obviously intended to post this video unmonetized, but a ContentID claim monetized it for the copyright holder. Just want to clarify so there's no misunderstanding.
Under The Scope thank you for pushing through and making this video. I can tell from your voice it was difficult for you. Kyoto Animation has given us all strength and now we have to put it into the world ourselves
The studio had survived, they had insurance. the working conditions there will allow them to raid other animation studios for top-notch talent. They will be back.
@@jamesricker3997 a big problem with that assumption is that most of their most talented people such as Ishihara, Ishidate, and the Ikeda sisters are all still missing - very likely dead. Kyoani very likely last all of their most talented people, the people that when combined, created their identify. Naoko Yamada is the only one confirmed alive
I have not stopped feeling grief and sadness - Words alone can not express how much these shows have had an impact on all of us. Listening to a euphonium will never be the same again.
For me it was A Silent Voice. Their take on bullying and the effects of suicide (or attempted suicide) really ring true. I've personally been effected by the suicide of a loved one, and it's something that should be brought to the forefront, as they have done. Kyoto Animation, I thank you.
@@itsblitz4437 it is a great music/band anime (they hired professional band players for recordings) but for me, it's an even greater anime in regards to characters and their complex feelings and relationships. Under The Scope has made a lot of videos on this anime, you should check them out after watching the anime first.
Even if -I- no..we can’t see his face, we can see how much this impacted him. I hope KyoAni rises again, little by little, so it can make all of us happy, especially him.
As an animation student, as an artist, seeing 40 years of animation and art history lost, seeing some of the greatest artists of our generation lost for nothing is heartbreaking. They shared with us the joys an entire spectrum of human emotion can bring, that even sorrow and hate can be spun into something positive. It's a twisted irony that so much attention has been brought to the studio due to the tragedy. That it brought so many people together even beyond our niche community; such an outpouring of support. Our reality now shares that same celebration of emotions they wanted to display in their stories. The fundraiser for those who remain, the survivors, their families and the families of the victims. The exposure to and recognition of their work and their legacy. I don't know how to really finish this, I was writing it while listening to the video and hearing the pain in your voice just kinda broke my train of thought. I just know they won't ever be forgotten and I hope somehow they know that their message, the message they shared with the world with the stories they told, was received. And now that message is being shared and passed by us.
I was in the middle of re-watching Liz and the Blue Bird when this news broke out. I've been beyond heartbroken since then. KyoAni's works have had such an impact on my life and hold such a special place in my heart. They've helped me through dark times and helped me learn things about myself. K-On!, Dragon Maid, Euphonium, Tamako Market, Nichijou, Lucky Star, Koe no Katachi, Liz and the Blue Bird... I love all of these and more so much. I feel like these lyrics from K-On!'s "U&I" sum up how I feel best: I think I've been spoiled too much Because you're too good to me You gave me so many things that that I can't even get to pay you back All the while I took your existence for granted And I thought that we would always, always be together As days go by I'm sorry only now I realized That isn't really the case So to start things off I have to tell you these two words "Thank you"
I felt really bad when I heard the news, even moreso as the full damage came to light over the next few days. This video is so beautiful. KyoAni are lucky to have fans who love it as much as you do and I hope they can recover in the future to keep making the content we all love.
I found the news hard to take. I kept pushing it to the back of my head. Having family members working in this industry made it hit so much closer to home and I feel a little closure to this horrible horrible event because of this. So to kyo ani and to you jack. Thank you
@@jhonnie6778 I used to work in an office on the same floor as an animation studio that worked on outsourced stuff from Toei Animation. There were over 200 people working in that office that I used to see and meet every day. They're not that rare.
People can be found and recruited, but experience and talent can never be replaced, i read somewhere there are a lot senior employees who lost their lives, people with rich experiences are gone just because a random fucking dude hate the studio for stupid reason, people who have family waiting them at home, this is really tragic and sad year.. Stay strong KyoAni, we will always support you..!!
I am an old man of 74. I have watched all of the wonderful Anime of Kyoto and my hart is truly broken. The gift is and always will be forever. I love all their work.
KyoAni had one of the biggest impacts on my life, without them I wouldn't be where I am know. It feels like I should support them more than I am currently being able to from the other side of the world.
I can hear in your voice that you are on the verge of crying. That means its genuine. I'd like to sign up under this letter with both hands. KyoAni is definetely the best anime studio. They always, unlike JC or A-1 valued quality over quantity and when you see KyoAni tag, you know that anime will be at least Very Good.
Free inspired me to keep going in my education, as I was homeschooled when I first saw it. And due to personal issues, wasn’t able to finish a lot. Now, I’m a high school graduate, on her way to an apprenticeship. And A Silent Voice spoke to me on a personal and emotional level as someone who has Autism and used to be suicidal. Living with my Autism made me feel alone a lot, and made me feel like people didn’t take me seriously. But A Silent Voice reminded me that no matter what disability you have, no matter your flaws, there’s always a group there for you to become your friend.
Iv always acted much differently then those around me constantly being alone until 8th grade, I always hid the fact of my aspburgers syndrome from everyone around me whether it be passerbys, friends and even family because of the negative stigma autism brings and that were pretty much just a Punching bag for jokes day in and day out. My emotions are always in a straight line never swurving left or right nor up or down, I never know what I truly feel and has never been able to tell even those close to me who I truly am. It wasn't until koe no Katachi where I actually wanted to upfront and tell people who I really was
Almost 5 years later and with Sound! Euphonium ending, I am so happy where KyoAni is now. Stories of people or groups not only overcoming, but rising above from the ashes of a horrific tragedy to heights beyond their imagination is a truth that has been shown throughout human history. That triumphant return that makes everyone who witnesses such a moment remember them not for what occurred to them, but for what they became in spite of it is so remarkable to see. KyoAni has done just that. And i could not contain the tears and happiness when Sound Euphonium’s final episode released just a few days ago. I thought 5 years ago, that the studio would be finished and the remaining staff and community around them would remain demoralized for years to come never to let the world see what the essence that makes KyoAni who they are to be seen ever again by the world or the global anime community. I had the fear that it was over, and that passionate group of people would never be the same or even exist. I am so glad to report that their new works still put a smile on my face. And I’m convinced that 5 years, no decades from now, their works and community within the company will still continue to mesmerize me and future generations. It still hurts to recall that day’s events. I sometimes can’t even get past works from prior to the fire through rewatches because I recall the directors, storyboard writers, or character designers who worked on that show while viewing it sometimes overwhelming me emotionally. But I know for certain that fans won’t forget the individuals who passed away. And we certainly won’t stop continuing to show our thankfulness to them for the art they gave us whenever we get the chance to.
This channel introduced me to Kyoani and their amazing work, for a couple years now I've been a big fan of theirs. When i got home from being out for my birthday I got these news through a page I follow and my heart dropped. My heart goes out to the families of the diseased and hope those in critical condition are able to push through. My prayers are with them
Because of Haruhi and Lucky Star, I joined the anime community. Because of Full Metal Panic, I joined the military. Because of Clannad, I joined humanity.
Kyoto Animation changed so many people's lives with their beautiful work, including mine. My heart goes out to all the victims, their families, and everyone who had to go through such a tragedy.
Kyoani saved my life several times and formed who I am today. There's not enough words to thank them for what they've done for the world. They were always there when I needed them. It's so much more than just "Entertainment". I don't exaggerate when I say they saved my life. Their works were what helped me cope with so much problems in my life. I'll continue using the works they've already made to push me forward, but I hope they really can come back and help others heal with new works.
Kyoto Animation changes lives for the better and this is evident from your heartwarming deliverance, Jack. I'd hate for the studio to be remembered as the one where tragedy struck, that's not my KyoAni. Their works are about love and understanding, and we should be so thankful to have experienced them. Thank you for making this. Hopefully the worst is behind us, stay strong.
When blacksmith makes a sword, he takes a raw metal ingot and heats it so that it can be shaped into a desired form. Once that ingot is cooled down, it becomes harder and more flexible than before. Just like when a sword is made, I believe that when the ashes settle, when the last charcoal burns out, both at the now destroyed studio and in the hearts of the grieving, Kyoto animation will stand stronger than ever. Ass, we can.
I live far from Japan and I don't really know KyoAni staff except from some shots on MAL or media but this really hit me hard, such a great studio to be attacked like that is harsh. Koe no katachi and Hibike changed my life along a couple more studios I'm who I'm today. Thanks for anything KyoAni hope you get back soon on your feet amd stronger than ever.
It’s really hard to describe what Kyoto Animation has exactly done for me in words, but they’ve made me realize some of the most important things before it was too late. There is so much that I could and probably would have lost if it wasn’t for the beautiful work of these people who made me realize just how wrong I was. Thank you Kyoto Animation, for making me into the person I am today, who’s slowly but surely becoming the person you’ve driven me to become.
I'm so heartbroken by the fact that some person would do such a thing to innocent individuals who were just working to give happiness and joy to others in the form of anime... This is such a beautiful video (as well as other tributes to KyoAni) and I'm so proud of this anime community coming together in order to help the ones involved in this tragic event. Thank you, KyoAni. You have made my life, and many other's, the most happiest whilst watching your creations. There's no words that can express my sincerest gratitude and here's to a brighter future ahead of you!^^
You put into words excatly how i feel. Ive always loved your videos on their work, especially the two on how warm it sounds and at the entrance to the universe. I still go back and rewatch those two every so often. Thank you KyoAni, for touching my life so many times throughout these years. And thank you Jack, for this video.
We love Kyoani... Kyoani taught me how to love selflessly and never take anything for granted. "The place we found love" - Hibike Euphonium (at the end of the video) really broke me into tears...
Oh common, I just dug myself inches out of the hole I sat in since last Thursday, with a promise to myself to not search for every little bit of information about the people and the incident, so I could force myself to stop thinking about the immeasurable tragedy that happened (live my life and watch anime again, as I couldn't bring myself to watch anything since then). Now after I finally managed to get slightly back on track (life doesn't wait) this pulled me right back in. Somehow I'm still thankful for it, because this video will be a stark reminder of what happened so it will never be forgotten and can be watched if time threatens to foggy the memory of this event. And because this is an open letter I will add my letter I wrote over the Crunchyroll campaign to maybe reach someone at KyoAni: To the Kyoto Animation staff, It is hard to find words about the tragedy that hit you hard, but you should know that millions of people suffer with you and you are not alone. We all mourn with you the loss of so many of your colleagues, you are not alone. I don't know if anybody can recover from this, but I believe you can, because you are strong. You are not just some people you are part of Kyoto Animation, the shining example everyone in Animation looks up to. Take your time, gather your strength, and we believe you can overcome everything. I strongly believe that your spirit can't be broken and always remember, you have millions behind you!
I can't make it through the video without tearing up. This video is so touching, and I can only hope that it reaches them. Everything that fans have done is giving them the support they need and deserve, and we all hope they can smile again just like they've made us smile.
I'm so speechless when heard about news. Thanks KyoAni because made a lot of wonderful animes work. What can I say is, don't lost hope both in living and animation world. Stay strong, you will rise again and make a lot of great anime. We are always stand with you. #KyoAniForever #PrayForKyoAni
KyoAni has given fans plenty of reasons to cry. This is the first (and hopefully last until the studio's closure many many years from now) to be so painful. But the tears shed have never said so much of their ability to touch hearts. Thanks KyoAni, and thanks UTS for the info on how to help.
Thank you for sharing this. What happened was horrible and it hits home, especially for KyoAni fans. I almost didn't get last week's video out because I was in a depressed funk. You're always working hard and we know how much the studio means to you.
Glad to see you recover from the initial shock. Your Twitter feed was pretty hard to read sometimes. I did my part and hope KyoAni can recover and persevere, regardless if they move on and the studio ceases to exist.
This video really struck home with me. I didn’t expect to cry but I did - a lot. Thanks for reminding me of all that Kyoani has done and how they truly need support right now.
I hurt me a lot that i've always had these dream of going to work on kyoani someday, thinking of this was what kept me studying when i felt like it nothing i did matterd... when i heard of the fire... it felt like that dream was consumed in it like the only hope in my life was drained away and i didnt realize until then how much.... i loved this people and how much they had help me and how much hope the had given me... im sorry... thank you for all KyoAni #prayforkyoani
I was so incredibly crushed when I heard about the Kyoto Animation fire. It was super late at night/early in the morning for me but I just couldn't sleep. My grief hit me like a truck, and outpourings of said grief come in waves over the past few days. I was looking at the Funimation and Sentai Filmworks blu-rays of their work on my shelf and was just taking time to think about all the people who worked on those series and films, no matter their title, and my heart felt so heavy. I remembered how only a few weeks ago I was telling someone that KyoAni was one of the best anime studios in regards to how they treat their staff, pay, respectable hours, supporting women in higher up positions. It was a point of pride that made the studio special, outside of their beautiful work. Last Saturday, I was talking about the tragedy with a friend (who isn't a major anime fan, but is still aware of the biggest hits like Ghibli films, Attack on Titan, etc...), and even gave her a couple easy-to-find recommendations of their work. She texted me on Sunday about how much she absolutely loved A Silent Voice. This video felt incredibly genuine and true to my own feelings, so thank you for sharing it.
I started crying before I even clicked on the video. This got me good. There are no words that can make what happened go away or make better but still.. Thank you.
Ai wo Mitsuketa Basho playing right at the end there was a perfect choice, simply because, one could say, The Place We Found Love, was with none other than KyoAni. We fell in love with their works, and their utmost care for their employees. As Jack so brilliantly said (and showed through this video and his tweets from the last few days), no amount of thank yous are enough for what they have done for so many of us. Thank you KyoAni. (For those unaware - Ai wo Mitsuketa Basho translates to The Place We Found Love)
Thanks for making this. It honestly sums up my thoughts better than I think I'd be able to at the moment. I'm sure they'll be able to come back from it, but jesus fucking christ . . . it just feels so unreal sometimes, that such a fantastic studio that's made such amazing work could go through something so horrible. I can only imagine what their friends and family are going through. And I'll admit, I'm kinda shocked by how much it's affected me, since I am a more recent fan (Dragon Maid is what originally got me interested), but still. Thank you, KyoAni.
I’m a Japanese American, so my heart hurt not only because this animation studio that helped me through so much but because of my family history. I took a trip to Japan back in 2012 and I only wanted to do 2 things while I was there. I wanted to see my family and I wanted to go to the place that gave me so much joy in life. Seeing the building I traveled halfway around the world to see in flames destroyed me. I am working on a manga/webcomic right now that simply wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t for that company showing me the beauty of life and animation. The Japanese are a very strong people, they will recover stronger than ever, but damn I wish it never happened. They will grow, morn and thrive and we (The fans) will be there open-armed ready to support them in any way we can. The amount of donations has gone up tremendously since I last looked which is incredible news. Thank you for this gorgeous video, I can tell it was painful to have to write but know your words are beautiful and speak volumes. Thank you Kyoto Animation.
"No letters deserve to go undelivered" I'm not sure how to reach Kyoani, but I will now write this letter. Kyoani has caught my eye at a very young age. Their characters and animation is just beautiful. From Hyouka, Chuunibyou, and Amagi Brilliant Park to Clannad, Dragon Maid, and more, I enjoyed many of their works. Kyoani is my favorite studio and it pains me to witness them in such a tragic incident. Although this letter may not reach them, it will be right here for them and others to see. To know that a fan cares. Thank You, Kyoto Animation, -Mat
lets just hope that they are with god above..looking down on us...sees us smile at the work that they had made...at the memories we gained...at the joy and happiness that their work has given us..REST IN PEACE..our beloved 34 kyoani animators/staff
I just want to hug the KyoAni staff and family members so hard that their shoe falls off. I love their shows, the messages, the beautiful animation soooo much. Their contributions to the industry are innumerable and their contributions to my life might be more so. Thank you Kyoto Animation.
I knew I had to watch this the moment it went up, cos otherwise I’d never be able to bring myself to click it. Stay strong, we’re all right here with you 👍
You know what would be great to do? All us fans should write and send letters of thanks and support to KyoAni, also as tribute to the amazing work Violet Evergarden was. Thanks, KyoAni.
Thank you Under the Scope for speaking the words i couldn’t find. Thank you for telling Kyoani the things million of fans are thinking. Thank you Kyoani for making my day bright,happy, sad, all kind of emotions from watching your art. And sorry for my english.
KyoAni is underated for the ost selections. I know they to make the posts themselves but they work so well with the composers of their anime. The well composed music along with their top talent animation really brings their shows to life. And the other thing I wanna shout out is their work with VA's. They always seem to find the best VA for each character. Sound euphonium S1 is a good example. A simple storyline told with amazing music, stunning visuals, and great background sfx that makes u connect so deeply with the characters.
I don't much fine with English language but I love your videos, your voice in this video broken my heart, stay strong for KyoAni and for all your followers. Greetings from Colombia.
Kyoto Animation changed my life in more ways than one. Thank you Kyo-Ani for letting me express genuine feelings more than any other anime studios out there. My emotional & slice-of-life experience with you began on Clannad & I hope It won't end on Violet Evergarden. Don't ever change, no matter how cruel this world may be, please show us what you have taught us these many years. That all forms of love will triumph over hatred.
All the sadness from the news, only to burst in tears during your video... It must have been so much harder to go through all the anime to build this. Your dedication and your reaction is such a wonderful thing, I thank you for this video, and any KyoAni video that you have made. I thank KyoAni for all the love they gave us fans. It's about time we honor them and give the love back. As stupid as it may sound, I think they changed my life deeper than a mere anime fan. I may have been interested in Japan before even knowing anime, but KyoAni were the catalyst that made me take it one step further, learn more of the daily culture, visit Japan, make me come back time and time again. May the people that had to live through this ever recover, With sincere gratitude.
I have not watched all of KyoAni's animations, but of those I've watched they've given me fond memories. I really wished I could've thanked every single animator not only in KyoAni, but those who worked hard to bring us entertainment. Thank you all.
KyoAni has given us so much over these years. Now's the time to give them something back, even if it won't equate to what they've given us and won't come close to compensating for what was taken from them.
Who better to make an excellent tribute video than UTS? I knew sooner or later you will come with this. It still saddens me how such a great studio had to suffer like that. Thank you Kyoto Animation indeed.
I also want to say thank you because you did not only express your feelings but also mine. And I hope that all the survivor at that incident will get well soon.
Thank you. In tears. KyoAni saved me. This is not an exaggeration. I suffer from severe depression, and I've tried to kill myself twice in the last two years. If I hadn't found K-On! and the other Kyoto Animation works I wouldn't be here. They gave me a small bright spot in my otherwise shit existence. I feel so useless in that I can't afford to help. I tried to sell off the collectibles I no longer have any passion for so I could get the manga, anime and collectibles of they KyoAni works that helped me but no one wants to buy them. I feel like I've let them down. I owe them so much. I'd just like to add one more thing. The police in Japan have named the suspect. I will never use his name. I refuse to read it. If someone (news report) uses it, I plug my ears. KyoAni is creativity and joy. It is love and happiness. This insect will not taint it. I will not join those baying for his blood. I will NEVER use his name. He is the perpetrator. He is the criminal. He deserves no more attention or recognition. Ever.
What a beautiful video, I share all the sentiments you shared and I’m sure everyone else does too. Easily the best studio and for such a tragedy to happen to such wonderful and creative people makes me sick to my stomach.
I've watched a handful of these tribute videos to KyoAni and every one has made me tear up. It really hits home how much of an impact KyoAni's shows have made on peoples lives, and it's not necessarily one or two shows, but a whole list of wonderful anime that people feel close to. For me it's Clannad, K-On, Hibike Euphonium and The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya just to start off with. It's Koe no katachi (A Silent Voice), Violet Evergarden, Amagi Brilliant Park and Kobayashi Dragon Maid to name some more. I've finally got around to purchasing a handful of digital downloads from their store (and for the record, they're about US$2 each for people struggling with exchange rates), but I feel that no matter how much I donate, or purchase, or give, it won't be enough to repay them for what they've done for me or alleviate my ineffectiveness to help them overcome this tragedy. However, I'm fully confident that KyoAni will recover from this and again give us something to wow us. And for that, I'll be eternally grateful.
Just like for many others KyoAni's works had quite an impact on me. I wouldn't have learned to love and appreciate classical orchestral music without Hibike!, I don't think I would've ever touched the guitar without K-ON, I wouldn't have learned to appreciate the small things in life, I wouldn't have started paying close attention to little details in the animation and sound if not for their works, I wouldn't have gotten to experience so many different emotions without those works. I didn't know that a tv show or a movie could move me to tears, I didn't know that it could bring me pure joy and make me genuinely smile. Even though you can never bring back those talented individuals who were lost in this tragedy, I really hope from the bottom of my heart that this isn't the end and that one day I'll experience yet another masterpiece from such a wonderful studio. Thank you KyoAni.
Don’t give up on them yet! Those artists will never or ever stop drawing nor their hobbies even at Heaven! Don’t worry, we all will one day be in Heaven just to enjoy their work there too!
I cried again for this tragic loss, thank you so much for putting into words so many of us can't find the breath to even try and say. For someone like me who is so far removed from the core of those affected, I can't even fathom how truely heart wrenching this all is.
I just.. keep coming back to this and it makes me cry every single time. I still can't get over this. 9 months later It's still unbelievable. But slowly I'm recovering.
Crying again. Kyoto Animation has cheered me up so much with each of their anime. Brought me back from depression multiple times. The 34 lost can never be replaced and their amazing work will always be remembered and loved. I've donated to the GofundMe, bought from their site, and ordered their Blurays for Kyoukai no Kanata and K-On. Thank You Kyoto Animation
As one of kyoani’s biggest supporters, I was waiting for your video in this. Hearing you tear up in this video really shows how attached you were with the studio. Please pay the studio react at this time, from the directors to the animators to the secretaries. This wasn’t just a loss of talent, it was a loss of life greater than any public attack japan has ever seen. Rest in peace
Their animation has so much life in them I can see they were really emotion driven kind people I'll pray for each of them and we shall never forget these heroes... I shall start making my own art and manga! I will follow what life offers to me! And shall never forget these people who made such amazing masterpieces come to life!..
You couldn't have said it better. Thank you everyone at Kyoto Animation for all the inspiring character driven stories and works of art that have made me laugh and cry to. Teaching me how to value others more and changed my overall outlook on life. From the bottom of my heart, even if some of you decide to retire from animation, I'll still be happy with the choice. I wish everyone at the studio happiness above all, and I'll never forget everything you've done for me
I'm with you 100%. We must wish each of them the best in their recovery process and accept whatever comes from it. I know I'll be cheering them on, wherever they go.
Just re-watched Kyoukai no Kanata Movie 2 (I'll be here) and at the end they say "I'll be here", that made me realize, those people that are important to me, because I love what they made, will be always with us... Don't forget that :'(
You are consistently making me cry, its amazing how you can express such passion through a video. Thank you for making me remember those moments of joy in this moments of sadness
Right now the go fund me has raised almost 2 million dollars by many people who want to help and many people have donated, prayed, and have done other things to help the people at kyoAni. We hope that KyoAni recovers from this tragic event and we hope it will never happen to KyoAni or any other studio ever again. Although it will probably never be the same again.
In a cruel twist of fate, the channel hit 100K subscribers a day after the incident. I'd like to thank every one of you for supporting me up to this point. I can't help but think how much of that I owe to Kyoto Animation. They've been my joy, my inspiration, my passion. No amount of thanks is enough.
Here's how you can help:
Link to Sentai Filmworks GoFundMe campaign: www.gofundme.com/help-kyoani-heal
Link to KyoAni digital print webshop: kyoani.shop-pro.jp/
Step-by-step picture guide on how to purchase: twitter.com/gokunobaka/status/1151813889362989056
Lastly, I obviously intended to post this video unmonetized, but a ContentID claim monetized it for the copyright holder. Just want to clarify so there's no misunderstanding.
This was really heartbreaking news
Thank you, for inspiring me and helping me put words to my feelings for Kyoto Animation.
This needs to be subtitled to every language. It's absolutely beautiful. Thanks man!
Under The Scope thank you for pushing through and making this video. I can tell from your voice it was difficult for you. Kyoto Animation has given us all strength and now we have to put it into the world ourselves
You are great. Your content is great, and your words here felt really sincere.
We thank YOU.
Rise again KyoAni! Is one of the most amazing anime studios ever.
The studio had survived, they had insurance. the working conditions there will allow them to raid other animation studios for top-notch talent. They will be back.
@@jamesricker3997 People will always stand up after troubling event.
@@jamesricker3997 a big problem with that assumption is that most of their most talented people such as Ishihara, Ishidate, and the Ikeda sisters are all still missing - very likely dead. Kyoani very likely last all of their most talented people, the people that when combined, created their identify. Naoko Yamada is the only one confirmed alive
James Ricker Also, there’s more than a one million dollars being donated to the studio.
@@Kougeru The studio will never be the same, but I believe they can still be one of the greats even in the face of tragedy.
I have not stopped feeling grief and sadness - Words alone can not express how much these shows have had an impact on all of us. Listening to a euphonium will never be the same again.
I listened to the number "sound! euphonium" again yesterday, and I couldn't stop crying
@@stonecat676 man I haven't watched Sound Euphonium even though I heard it's a good music/band anime.
Never watched Sound! Euphonium, but as a euphonium player, I am glad theeuphonium is entering media. I hope KyoAni heals well.
For me it was A Silent Voice. Their take on bullying and the effects of suicide (or attempted suicide) really ring true.
I've personally been effected by the suicide of a loved one, and it's something that should be brought to the forefront, as they have done.
Kyoto Animation, I thank you.
@@itsblitz4437 it is a great music/band anime (they hired professional band players for recordings)
but for me, it's an even greater anime in regards to characters and their complex feelings and relationships.
Under The Scope has made a lot of videos on this anime, you should check them out after watching the anime first.
I had a breakdown at "It's thanks to you I'll never forget how warm it sounds"...
Me too. The cracked voice omg 😢 he was holdinh too much.
I had a breakdown at "No letter deserves to go undelivered" :'(
@@aoikishu I had a breakdown at... well the whole thing...
Me too 😞😭
jamjam jj same I broke down at the end
3:41 I heard your cracked voice, holding too much emotion. I can't. This is beautiful.
I had to try so hard not to cry on that part..
Even if -I- no..we can’t see his face, we can see how much this impacted him. I hope KyoAni rises again, little by little, so it can make all of us happy, especially him.
As an animation student, as an artist, seeing 40 years of animation and art history lost, seeing some of the greatest artists of our generation lost for nothing is heartbreaking. They shared with us the joys an entire spectrum of human emotion can bring, that even sorrow and hate can be spun into something positive. It's a twisted irony that so much attention has been brought to the studio due to the tragedy. That it brought so many people together even beyond our niche community; such an outpouring of support. Our reality now shares that same celebration of emotions they wanted to display in their stories. The fundraiser for those who remain, the survivors, their families and the families of the victims. The exposure to and recognition of their work and their legacy.
I don't know how to really finish this, I was writing it while listening to the video and hearing the pain in your voice just kinda broke my train of thought. I just know they won't ever be forgotten and I hope somehow they know that their message, the message they shared with the world with the stories they told, was received. And now that message is being shared and passed by us.
Thank you 'Under The Scope', for letting me cry. This video let me cry.
I was in the middle of re-watching Liz and the Blue Bird when this news broke out. I've been beyond heartbroken since then. KyoAni's works have had such an impact on my life and hold such a special place in my heart. They've helped me through dark times and helped me learn things about myself. K-On!, Dragon Maid, Euphonium, Tamako Market, Nichijou, Lucky Star, Koe no Katachi, Liz and the Blue Bird... I love all of these and more so much. I feel like these lyrics from K-On!'s "U&I" sum up how I feel best:
I think I've been spoiled too much
Because you're too good to me
You gave me so many things that that I can't even get to pay you back
All the while I took your existence for granted
And I thought that we would always, always be together
As days go by
I'm sorry only now I realized
That isn't really the case
So to start things off I have to tell you these two words
"Thank you"
I felt really bad when I heard the news, even moreso as the full damage came to light over the next few days. This video is so beautiful. KyoAni are lucky to have fans who love it as much as you do and I hope they can recover in the future to keep making the content we all love.
This video literally made me cry. It's been a very long time since I actually cried about something. Thank you, Under The Scope, and Kyoto Animation.
no the fans are lucky to have KyoAni
"No letter should go undelivered." I don't know why, but when you said that line I started tearing up. Thank you for sharing this.
#kyoanistrong
I got shivers when he deliver this line.
Its a quote from "violet evergarden" a beautiful anime from kyoani
It's one of my favorite quotes in Anime. It's from one of the greatest Anime too, Violet Evergarden.
#kyoanistrong
I found the news hard to take. I kept pushing it to the back of my head. Having family members working in this industry made it hit so much closer to home and I feel a little closure to this horrible horrible event because of this. So to kyo ani and to you jack. Thank you
you have family members that are animators??
@@jhonnie6778 it's pretty common actually, especially in the us
@@stonecat676 its not, ive never seen a human who animates im shocked, i though animators were a different species
@@jhonnie6778 I'm Japanese born in uk
@@jhonnie6778 I used to work in an office on the same floor as an animation studio that worked on outsourced stuff from Toei Animation. There were over 200 people working in that office that I used to see and meet every day. They're not that rare.
People can be found and recruited, but experience and talent can never be replaced, i read somewhere there are a lot senior employees who lost their lives, people with rich experiences are gone just because a random fucking dude hate the studio for stupid reason, people who have family waiting them at home, this is really tragic and sad year..
Stay strong KyoAni, we will always support you..!!
I am an old man of 74. I have watched all of the wonderful Anime of Kyoto and my hart is truly broken. The gift is and always will be forever. I love all their work.
KyoAni had one of the biggest impacts on my life, without them I wouldn't be where I am know.
It feels like I should support them more than I am currently being able to from the other side of the world.
True
I feel the same
They have a gofundme to help them get on their foot again
@@mm1nt Already donated but I'd like to help them somehow more than just financialy. In a similar way described after 3:56.
God damn, this Video said everything i could've ever said. Well done. Thank you.
Thank you for putting words to my feelings when I couldn't find them myself.
I can hear in your voice that you are on the verge of crying. That means its genuine.
I'd like to sign up under this letter with both hands.
KyoAni is definetely the best anime studio. They always, unlike JC or A-1 valued quality over quantity and when you see KyoAni tag, you know that anime will be at least Very Good.
Free inspired me to keep going in my education, as I was homeschooled when I first saw it. And due to personal issues, wasn’t able to finish a lot. Now, I’m a high school graduate, on her way to an apprenticeship. And A Silent Voice spoke to me on a personal and emotional level as someone who has Autism and used to be suicidal. Living with my Autism made me feel alone a lot, and made me feel like people didn’t take me seriously. But A Silent Voice reminded me that no matter what disability you have, no matter your flaws, there’s always a group there for you to become your friend.
The effect their work has had on us is truly amazing. Thank you for sharing.
Iv always acted much differently then those around me constantly being alone until 8th grade, I always hid the fact of my aspburgers syndrome from everyone around me whether it be passerbys, friends and even family because of the negative stigma autism brings and that were pretty much just a Punching bag for jokes day in and day out. My emotions are always in a straight line never swurving left or right nor up or down, I never know what I truly feel and has never been able to tell even those close to me who I truly am. It wasn't until koe no Katachi where I actually wanted to upfront and tell people who I really was
Kyoto Animation and their anime adaptation of Violet Evergarden, not only got me to learn Japanese but unmeasurably altered my persona.
Almost 5 years later and with Sound! Euphonium ending, I am so happy where KyoAni is now.
Stories of people or groups not only overcoming, but rising above from the ashes of a horrific tragedy to heights beyond their imagination is a truth that has been shown throughout human history.
That triumphant return that makes everyone who witnesses such a moment remember them not for what occurred to them, but for what they became in spite of it is so remarkable to see.
KyoAni has done just that. And i could not contain the tears and happiness when Sound Euphonium’s final episode released just a few days ago. I thought 5 years ago, that the studio would be finished and the remaining staff and community around them would remain demoralized for years to come never to let the world see what the essence that makes KyoAni who they are to be seen ever again by the world or the global anime community. I had the fear that it was over, and that passionate group of people would never be the same or even exist.
I am so glad to report that their new works still put a smile on my face. And I’m convinced that 5 years, no decades from now, their works and community within the company will still continue to mesmerize me and future generations.
It still hurts to recall that day’s events. I sometimes can’t even get past works from prior to the fire through rewatches because I recall the directors, storyboard writers, or character designers who worked on that show while viewing it sometimes overwhelming me emotionally. But I know for certain that fans won’t forget the individuals who passed away. And we certainly won’t stop continuing to show our thankfulness to them for the art they gave us whenever we get the chance to.
This channel introduced me to Kyoani and their amazing work, for a couple years now I've been a big fan of theirs. When i got home from being out for my birthday I got these news through a page I follow and my heart dropped. My heart goes out to the families of the diseased and hope those in critical condition are able to push through. My prayers are with them
bro im watching this two years later and it still hurts
Because of Haruhi and Lucky Star, I joined the anime community.
Because of Full Metal Panic, I joined the military.
Because of Clannad, I joined humanity.
Kyoto Animation changed so many people's lives with their beautiful work, including mine. My heart goes out to all the victims, their families, and everyone who had to go through such a tragedy.
It's been years.... Diid Kyotoanimation started working again??
“You showed me, Fun things are fun.”
That’s when I started crying.
Kyoani saved my life several times and formed who I am today. There's not enough words to thank them for what they've done for the world. They were always there when I needed them. It's so much more than just "Entertainment". I don't exaggerate when I say they saved my life. Their works were what helped me cope with so much problems in my life. I'll continue using the works they've already made to push me forward, but I hope they really can come back and help others heal with new works.
Kyoto Animation changes lives for the better and this is evident from your heartwarming deliverance, Jack. I'd hate for the studio to be remembered as the one where tragedy struck, that's not my KyoAni. Their works are about love and understanding, and we should be so thankful to have experienced them. Thank you for making this. Hopefully the worst is behind us, stay strong.
When blacksmith makes a sword, he takes a raw metal ingot and heats it so that it can be shaped into a desired form. Once that ingot is cooled down, it becomes harder and more flexible than before. Just like when a sword is made, I believe that when the ashes settle, when the last charcoal burns out, both at the now destroyed studio and in the hearts of the grieving, Kyoto animation will stand stronger than ever.
Ass, we can.
I was expecting a video from you Jack. Thanks for making it.
Just beautiful...
I live far from Japan and I don't really know KyoAni staff except from some shots on MAL or media but this really hit me hard, such a great studio to be attacked like that is harsh.
Koe no katachi and Hibike changed my life along a couple more studios I'm who I'm today.
Thanks for anything KyoAni hope you get back soon on your feet amd stronger than ever.
It’s really hard to describe what Kyoto Animation has exactly done for me in words, but they’ve made me realize some of the most important things before it was too late. There is so much that I could and probably would have lost if it wasn’t for the beautiful work of these people who made me realize just how wrong I was. Thank you Kyoto Animation, for making me into the person I am today, who’s slowly but surely becoming the person you’ve driven me to become.
"This is not the end"
I couldn't agree more. Thank you Jack. Thank you Kyoto Animation.
#KyoAniStrong
Dude. I cried :C
I hope that the families of those who left will find peace. I hope KyoAni could rise again.
I'm so heartbroken by the fact that some person would do such a thing to innocent individuals who were just working to give happiness and joy to others in the form of anime...
This is such a beautiful video (as well as other tributes to KyoAni) and I'm so proud of this anime community coming together in order to help the ones involved in this tragic event. Thank you, KyoAni. You have made my life, and many other's, the most happiest whilst watching your creations. There's no words that can express my sincerest gratitude and here's to a brighter future ahead of you!^^
I only recently got into anime and discovered the Kyoani fire. You've put everything I thought into words. Keep up the good work!
You put into words excatly how i feel. Ive always loved your videos on their work, especially the two on how warm it sounds and at the entrance to the universe. I still go back and rewatch those two every so often. Thank you KyoAni, for touching my life so many times throughout these years. And thank you Jack, for this video.
We love Kyoani... Kyoani taught me how to love selflessly and never take anything for granted.
"The place we found love" - Hibike Euphonium (at the end of the video) really broke me into tears...
Oh common, I just dug myself inches out of the hole I sat in since last Thursday, with a promise to myself to not search for every little bit of information about the people and the incident, so I could force myself to stop thinking about the immeasurable tragedy that happened (live my life and watch anime again, as I couldn't bring myself to watch anything since then).
Now after I finally managed to get slightly back on track (life doesn't wait) this pulled me right back in.
Somehow I'm still thankful for it, because this video will be a stark reminder of what happened so it will never be forgotten and can be watched if time threatens to foggy the memory of this event.
And because this is an open letter I will add my letter I wrote over the Crunchyroll campaign to maybe reach someone at KyoAni:
To the Kyoto Animation staff,
It is hard to find words about the tragedy that hit you hard, but you
should know that millions of people suffer with you and you are not
alone. We all mourn with you the loss of so many of your colleagues, you
are not alone.
I don't know if anybody can recover from this, but I believe you can,
because you are strong. You are not just some people you are part of
Kyoto Animation, the shining example everyone in Animation looks up to.
Take your time, gather your strength, and we believe you can overcome everything.
I strongly believe that your spirit can't be broken and always remember, you have millions behind you!
The only video I decided to come back to one year later. Thank you Kyoani.
I can't make it through the video without tearing up. This video is so touching, and I can only hope that it reaches them. Everything that fans have done is giving them the support they need and deserve, and we all hope they can smile again just like they've made us smile.
I'm so speechless when heard about news. Thanks KyoAni because made a lot of wonderful animes work.
What can I say is, don't lost hope both in living and animation world. Stay strong, you will rise again and make a lot of great anime. We are always stand with you.
#KyoAniForever #PrayForKyoAni
😭😭😭
KyoAni has given fans plenty of reasons to cry. This is the first (and hopefully last until the studio's closure many many years from now) to be so painful. But the tears shed have never said so much of their ability to touch hearts.
Thanks KyoAni, and thanks UTS for the info on how to help.
You can tell he’s holding back his tears, respect
Thank you for sharing this. What happened was horrible and it hits home, especially for KyoAni fans. I almost didn't get last week's video out because I was in a depressed funk. You're always working hard and we know how much the studio means to you.
_Stay Strong KyoAni_ 🙏
Glad to see you recover from the initial shock. Your Twitter feed was pretty hard to read sometimes.
I did my part and hope KyoAni can recover and persevere, regardless if they move on and the studio ceases to exist.
This video really struck home with me. I didn’t expect to cry but I did - a lot. Thanks for reminding me of all that Kyoani has done and how they truly need support right now.
I hurt me a lot that i've always had these dream of going to work on kyoani someday, thinking of this was what kept me studying when i felt like it nothing i did matterd... when i heard of the fire... it felt like that dream was consumed in it like the only hope in my life was drained away and i didnt realize until then how much.... i loved this people and how much they had help me and how much hope the had given me... im sorry... thank you for all KyoAni
#prayforkyoani
Just find some slice of life anime dun be so down..... Trust me!!
KyotoAnimation best studio ever ❤️
Thank you so much for speaking for the millions of people who also want to say, "Thank you Kyoto Animation. You will always be in out hearts."
I was so incredibly crushed when I heard about the Kyoto Animation fire. It was super late at night/early in the morning for me but I just couldn't sleep. My grief hit me like a truck, and outpourings of said grief come in waves over the past few days. I was looking at the Funimation and Sentai Filmworks blu-rays of their work on my shelf and was just taking time to think about all the people who worked on those series and films, no matter their title, and my heart felt so heavy.
I remembered how only a few weeks ago I was telling someone that KyoAni was one of the best anime studios in regards to how they treat their staff, pay, respectable hours, supporting women in higher up positions. It was a point of pride that made the studio special, outside of their beautiful work.
Last Saturday, I was talking about the tragedy with a friend (who isn't a major anime fan, but is still aware of the biggest hits like Ghibli films, Attack on Titan, etc...), and even gave her a couple easy-to-find recommendations of their work. She texted me on Sunday about how much she absolutely loved A Silent Voice.
This video felt incredibly genuine and true to my own feelings, so thank you for sharing it.
KyoAni has and will always have a place in my heart.
Thank you so much for everything kyoani
I didn't know I had tears left I me when I watched this...cried so many tears since what happened. Thank you so much for the video.
Rune Luna it’s heartbreaking
@@tourmelion9221 it truly is..
I started crying before I even clicked on the video. This got me good. There are no words that can make what happened go away or make better but still.. Thank you.
Ai wo Mitsuketa Basho playing right at the end there was a perfect choice, simply because, one could say, The Place We Found Love, was with none other than KyoAni. We fell in love with their works, and their utmost care for their employees. As Jack so brilliantly said (and showed through this video and his tweets from the last few days), no amount of thank yous are enough for what they have done for so many of us.
Thank you KyoAni.
(For those unaware - Ai wo Mitsuketa Basho translates to The Place We Found Love)
Well said, Yuuki
Thanks for making this. It honestly sums up my thoughts better than I think I'd be able to at the moment. I'm sure they'll be able to come back from it, but jesus fucking christ . . . it just feels so unreal sometimes, that such a fantastic studio that's made such amazing work could go through something so horrible. I can only imagine what their friends and family are going through. And I'll admit, I'm kinda shocked by how much it's affected me, since I am a more recent fan (Dragon Maid is what originally got me interested), but still. Thank you, KyoAni.
I’m a Japanese American, so my heart hurt not only because this animation studio that helped me through so much but because of my family history. I took a trip to Japan back in 2012 and I only wanted to do 2 things while I was there. I wanted to see my family and I wanted to go to the place that gave me so much joy in life. Seeing the building I traveled halfway around the world to see in flames destroyed me. I am working on a manga/webcomic right now that simply wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t for that company showing me the beauty of life and animation. The Japanese are a very strong people, they will recover stronger than ever, but damn I wish it never happened. They will grow, morn and thrive and we (The fans) will be there open-armed ready to support them in any way we can. The amount of donations has gone up tremendously since I last looked which is incredible news. Thank you for this gorgeous video, I can tell it was painful to have to write but know your words are beautiful and speak volumes. Thank you Kyoto Animation.
"No letters deserve to go undelivered"
I'm not sure how to reach Kyoani, but I will now write this letter.
Kyoani has caught my eye at a very young age. Their characters and animation is just beautiful. From Hyouka, Chuunibyou, and Amagi Brilliant Park to Clannad, Dragon Maid, and more, I enjoyed many of their works. Kyoani is my favorite studio and it pains me to witness them in such a tragic incident. Although this letter may not reach them, it will be right here for them and others to see. To know that a fan cares.
Thank You, Kyoto Animation,
-Mat
July 18th 2019 is not a dark day for only Kyoto Animation, but I believe that it is a dark day in the whole of the anime community.
And the day of my third period for some reason (no pun intended this just happened to me)
lets just hope that they are with god above..looking down on us...sees us smile at the work that they had made...at the memories we gained...at the joy and happiness that their work has given us..REST IN PEACE..our beloved 34 kyoani animators/staff
Kyoto animation made me want to carry on as an artist, to realise a drawing can look so beautiful, it took me out of the darkness
I just want to hug the KyoAni staff and family members so hard that their shoe falls off. I love their shows, the messages, the beautiful animation soooo much. Their contributions to the industry are innumerable and their contributions to my life might be more so. Thank you Kyoto Animation.
When kyoani is back, it will sure be the number 1 studio of all.
Watashi wa sorera no subarashī hitobito o ushinatte naku no o yameru koto wa dekimasen.
I cannot stop weeping at the loss of those wonderful people.
I knew I had to watch this the moment it went up, cos otherwise I’d never be able to bring myself to click it. Stay strong, we’re all right here with you 👍
You know what would be great to do? All us fans should write and send letters of thanks and support to KyoAni, also as tribute to the amazing work Violet Evergarden was. Thanks, KyoAni.
Thank you Under the Scope for speaking the words i couldn’t find. Thank you for telling Kyoani the things million of fans are thinking. Thank you Kyoani for making my day bright,happy, sad, all kind of emotions from watching your art.
And sorry for my english.
KyoAni is underated for the ost selections. I know they to make the posts themselves but they work so well with the composers of their anime.
The well composed music along with their top talent animation really brings their shows to life. And the other thing I wanna shout out is their work with VA's. They always seem to find the best VA for each character.
Sound euphonium S1 is a good example. A simple storyline told with amazing music, stunning visuals, and great background sfx that makes u connect so deeply with the characters.
I don't much fine with English language but I love your videos, your voice in this video broken my heart, stay strong for KyoAni and for all your followers.
Greetings from Colombia.
Who in their right mind would dislike a tribute to the deaths of Kyoto animation....
Rice Bowl TH-cam’s bots do it.
The arsonist made 92 accounts just to dislike this video
Smartfren Andromax
probably if you look at his idiotic posts.
Thank you for this video and thank you KyoAni...I hope they will come back stronger from this tragedy.
I cannot watch this video without crying. I keep coming back to it. It keeps hitting me over and over again
You've found the words I was looking for. I cried, and so did many. But now I feel a bit more at ease, thanks to you.
Kyoto Animation changed my life in more ways than one. Thank you Kyo-Ani for letting me express genuine feelings more than any other anime studios out there. My emotional & slice-of-life experience with you began on Clannad & I hope It won't end on Violet Evergarden. Don't ever change, no matter how cruel this world may be, please show us what you have taught us these many years. That all forms of love will triumph over hatred.
All the sadness from the news, only to burst in tears during your video... It must have been so much harder to go through all the anime to build this.
Your dedication and your reaction is such a wonderful thing, I thank you for this video, and any KyoAni video that you have made. I thank KyoAni for all the love they gave us fans. It's about time we honor them and give the love back.
As stupid as it may sound, I think they changed my life deeper than a mere anime fan. I may have been interested in Japan before even knowing anime, but KyoAni were the catalyst that made me take it one step further, learn more of the daily culture, visit Japan, make me come back time and time again.
May the people that had to live through this ever recover,
With sincere gratitude.
I have not watched all of KyoAni's animations, but of those I've watched they've given me fond memories. I really wished I could've thanked every single animator not only in KyoAni, but those who worked hard to bring us entertainment.
Thank you all.
KyoAni has given us so much over these years. Now's the time to give them something back, even if it won't equate to what they've given us and won't come close to compensating for what was taken from them.
Who better to make an excellent tribute video than UTS? I knew sooner or later you will come with this. It still saddens me how such a great studio had to suffer like that. Thank you Kyoto Animation indeed.
Kyoani deserves the support and guidance they've given to all us fans so I hope they recover from this tragedy.
I also want to say thank you because you did not only express your feelings but also mine. And I hope that all the survivor at that incident will get well soon.
Thank you. In tears. KyoAni saved me. This is not an exaggeration. I suffer from severe depression, and I've tried to kill myself twice in the last two years. If I hadn't found K-On! and the other Kyoto Animation works I wouldn't be here. They gave me a small bright spot in my otherwise shit existence. I feel so useless in that I can't afford to help. I tried to sell off the collectibles I no longer have any passion for so I could get the manga, anime and collectibles of they KyoAni works that helped me but no one wants to buy them. I feel like I've let them down. I owe them so much.
I'd just like to add one more thing. The police in Japan have named the suspect. I will never use his name. I refuse to read it. If someone (news report) uses it, I plug my ears. KyoAni is creativity and joy. It is love and happiness. This insect will not taint it. I will not join those baying for his blood. I will NEVER use his name. He is the perpetrator. He is the criminal. He deserves no more attention or recognition. Ever.
What a beautiful video, I share all the sentiments you shared and I’m sure everyone else does too. Easily the best studio and for such a tragedy to happen to such wonderful and creative people makes me sick to my stomach.
I've watched a handful of these tribute videos to KyoAni and every one has made me tear up. It really hits home how much of an impact KyoAni's shows have made on peoples lives, and it's not necessarily one or two shows, but a whole list of wonderful anime that people feel close to. For me it's Clannad, K-On, Hibike Euphonium and The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya just to start off with. It's Koe no katachi (A Silent Voice), Violet Evergarden, Amagi Brilliant Park and Kobayashi Dragon Maid to name some more.
I've finally got around to purchasing a handful of digital downloads from their store (and for the record, they're about US$2 each for people struggling with exchange rates), but I feel that no matter how much I donate, or purchase, or give, it won't be enough to repay them for what they've done for me or alleviate my ineffectiveness to help them overcome this tragedy. However, I'm fully confident that KyoAni will recover from this and again give us something to wow us. And for that, I'll be eternally grateful.
Just like for many others KyoAni's works had quite an impact on me. I wouldn't have learned to love and appreciate classical orchestral music without Hibike!, I don't think I would've ever touched the guitar without K-ON, I wouldn't have learned to appreciate the small things in life, I wouldn't have started paying close attention to little details in the animation and sound if not for their works, I wouldn't have gotten to experience so many different emotions without those works. I didn't know that a tv show or a movie could move me to tears, I didn't know that it could bring me pure joy and make me genuinely smile.
Even though you can never bring back those talented individuals who were lost in this tragedy, I really hope from the bottom of my heart that this isn't the end and that one day I'll experience yet another masterpiece from such a wonderful studio.
Thank you KyoAni.
Don’t give up on them yet! Those artists will never or ever stop drawing nor their hobbies even at Heaven! Don’t worry, we all will one day be in Heaven just to enjoy their work there too!
2 years passed and I am here again. Time doesn't heal, it's a lie. It still hurts so much.
it gets worse with every new kyoto animation show i watch from before the fire
@I.A.P.O.W.C. you alright bro?
I cried again for this tragic loss, thank you so much for putting into words so many of us can't find the breath to even try and say. For someone like me who is so far removed from the core of those affected, I can't even fathom how truely heart wrenching this all is.
I just.. keep coming back to this and it makes me cry every single time. I still can't get over this. 9 months later It's still unbelievable. But slowly I'm recovering.
Crying again. Kyoto Animation has cheered me up so much with each of their anime. Brought me back from depression multiple times. The 34 lost can never be replaced and their amazing work will always be remembered and loved. I've donated to the GofundMe, bought from their site, and ordered their Blurays for Kyoukai no Kanata and K-On. Thank You Kyoto Animation
As one of kyoani’s biggest supporters, I was waiting for your video in this. Hearing you tear up in this video really shows how attached you were with the studio. Please pay the studio react at this time, from the directors to the animators to the secretaries. This wasn’t just a loss of talent, it was a loss of life greater than any public attack japan has ever seen. Rest in peace
Their animation has so much life in them I can see they were really emotion driven kind people I'll pray for each of them and we shall never forget these heroes... I shall start making my own art and manga! I will follow what life offers to me! And shall never forget these people who made such amazing masterpieces come to life!..
Kyoto Animation is by far one of my favourite studios. Thank you Kyoto Animation for all your beautiful works. I will always remember and be thankful.
You couldn't have said it better. Thank you everyone at Kyoto Animation for all the inspiring character driven stories and works of art that have made me laugh and cry to. Teaching me how to value others more and changed my overall outlook on life.
From the bottom of my heart, even if some of you decide to retire from animation, I'll still be happy with the choice. I wish everyone at the studio happiness above all, and I'll never forget everything you've done for me
I'm with you 100%. We must wish each of them the best in their recovery process and accept whatever comes from it. I know I'll be cheering them on, wherever they go.
KyoAni is the best, I love KyoAni, I hope they can recover, thank you KyoAni
Just re-watched Kyoukai no Kanata Movie 2 (I'll be here) and at the end they say "I'll be here", that made me realize, those people that are important to me, because I love what they made, will be always with us... Don't forget that :'(
You are consistently making me cry, its amazing how you can express such passion through a video.
Thank you for making me remember those moments of joy in this moments of sadness
Right now the go fund me has raised almost 2 million dollars by many people who want to help and many people have donated, prayed, and have done other things to help the people at kyoAni. We hope that KyoAni recovers from this tragic event and we hope it will never happen to KyoAni or any other studio ever again. Although it will probably never be the same again.
Legends have to go from the world someday but they don't have to go anywhere from the hearts...