Journey to the West, Japanese Version, 1993
The 1993 Japanese version of Journey to the West was a Japanese comedy drama produced by the Japanese television network (NTV), directed by Seiji Wizumi and written by Shiba Yingsaburo. It was starred by Miyazawa Rie, Motoki Masahiro, Kawahara Saki, Shimada Hisaku, and Yachikusaka. The drama was a remake of a popular drama series of the same name that aired from 1978 to 1980. It was adapted from one of China's four famous novels, Journey to the West. It mainly tells the story of Xuanzang (played by Miyazawa Rie), who used Buddhist scriptures to drive away the monsters that confused the people, and then gained the trust of Guanyin (played by Eight Thousand Grass) and was given the name Sanzang. Under the guidance of Guanyin, he subdued the violent and aggressive Sun Wukong (played by Motoki Masahiro), and Guanyin put the Golden Hoop Incantation on Sun Wukong. After that, Xuanzang accepted Zhu Bajie (Sato Kawahara) and Sha Wujing (Hisashi Shimada). The four of them met a demon and turned into mortals. Sun Wukong identified the demon and killed it. However, he was criticized by Xuanzang and others. Sun Wukong left angrily. After Sun Wukong left, the demon revealed its true form. Xuanzang understood that he had misunderstood Sun Wukong, but he did not find him. Instead, he took Zhu Bajie and Sha Wujing to India. After Sun Wukong left, he became the king of the mountain and hung out with demons. Guanyin created illusions to enlighten him and other stories. The drama was a 140-minute single-episode drama and received a viewership rating of 26.9% after it was broadcast. Watching Journey to the West: Sun Wukong Beats the White Bone Demon Three Times is not enough. Everyone is welcome to click to read the novel!
Japanese version of Journey to the West
There were many Japanese versions of Journey to the West that used actresses to play the role of Tang Sanzang, forming a tradition of a female version of Tang Sanzang. The Japanese version of Journey to the West, which was broadcast on October 1st, 1978, had the actress Natsume Masako as the Tang Monk. In addition to the female Tang Monk, there were also bold settings such as the male actor playing the role of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva. The style was shocking and the production was rough, but it was very popular in Japan. When it was broadcast, it created more than 20% of the audience ratings. It was also introduced and broadcasted in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, China, and many other places. As a result, Rie Miyazawa also played the role of Tang Sanzang in the 93 edition of Journey to the West. In some versions, there were even more ridiculous settings. For example, after Sun Wukong was injured, Tang Sanzang used a kiss to heal him. Some versions even set up a love scene for the two of them. In 1981, China Central Television introduced the 1978 Japanese version of Journey to the West, but because there were too many changes (such as the female Tang Monk, the female Buddha, the male Guanyin, etc.), it was only shown for three episodes before it was removed. Watching Journey to the West: Sun Wukong Beats the White Bone Demon Three Times is not enough. Everyone is welcome to click to read the novel!
The Second Season of the Japanese Version of Journey to the West
From November 11, 1979 to May 4, 1980, Japanese TV broadcasted a total of 26 episodes of Journey to the West. The directors were Jun Fukuda, Min Aoki, and Shino Ota, and the main actors included Masaki Sakai and Masako Natsume. In the play, Tang Sanzang was played by the actress Natsume Masako, and Sun Wukong was played by Sakai Masaaki. The visual special effects were contracted by Round Valley Production Company and Toho Image Co., Ltd., and Nakano Akiyoshi and Takano Hiroichi participated in the special effects production. Watching Journey to the West: Sun Wukong Beats the White Bone Demon Three Times is not enough. Everyone is welcome to click to read the novel!
Japanese Journey to the West, 1978
The 1978 Japanese version of Journey to the West was a TV series produced in Japan and adapted from the Chinese classic Journey to the West. The series was first aired on October 1, 1978, with a total of 52 episodes. It was reported that the series was well received in Japan, the United Kingdom, Australia and other countries, and became a "cult" and "childhood memory" for many Western teenagers in the 1980s. The production of the play was assisted by the Central Broadcasting Bureau of the People's Republic of China, and the background filming was specially done in China. However, due to many differences with the original work, the play was banned in China, and later China filmed its own version of Journey to the West. Therefore, the 1978 Japanese version of Journey to the West had a great impact on the world, especially in the Western countries.
86 Version of Journey to the West
The contents of the 86 edition of Journey to the West were as follows: 1 Journey to the West Original 2 TV Series Journey to the West 3. Books and Information
86 Version of Journey to the West
The opening theme song of the 86th edition of Journey to the West was Xu Jingqing's "Fast Sound of the Cloud Palace." The theme song,"Dare to Ask Where is the Way," was originally sung by Zhang Baomo (there was also a version sung by Jiang Dawei). The lyrics were "You carry the pole, I lead the horse" and so on. In the play, the one carrying the load was Monk Sha, and the one leading the horse was Zhu Bajie.
86 Version of Journey to the West
The Chang'e Fairy in the 86 edition of Journey to the West was played by Qiu Peining. Qiu Peining was once the script supervisor of the drama and was later chosen by the director to play Chang'e. She played the role of Chang'e, who had an immortal aura and a fairy feeling that did not belong to the mortal world. Her appearance and temperament were recognized by the public and was called "the most classic Chang'e". In the play, Marshal Tianpeng was attracted by Chang'e's beauty and was banished to the lower realm after flirting with her at a banquet. Chang'e, who was played by Qiu Peining in Journey to the West, was also regarded as the "beauty ceiling" by the audience. Watching Journey to the West: Sun Wukong Beats the White Bone Demon Three Times is not enough. Everyone is welcome to click to read the novel!
86 Version of Journey to the West
The 86 edition of Journey to the West was set in: Jietai Temple and Badachu Park in Ma 'an Mountain, Mentougou District, Beijing; Jinci Temple in Shanxi Province; Qingcheng Mountain (including Tianshi Cave) and Huangguoshu Waterfall in Sichuan Province; Qingxi Tomb in Baoding City, Hebei Province; Zhangjiajie in Hunan Province; Lion Forest in Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province; Beidai River; Xilin Gol Grassland; Changbai Mountain Forest; Turpan Flame Mountain; Yangtze River Three Gorge; Jiuhua Mountain; Laoshan; West Lake in Hangzhou; Lushan; Ancestral Temple in Buddha Mountain; There were also places like Pearl Beach Waterfall in Jiuzhaigou. Watching Journey to the West: Sun Wukong Beats the White Bone Demon Three Times is not enough. Everyone is welcome to click to read the novel!
86 Version of Journey to the West
You can watch the complete 86 edition of Journey to the West through the TV Home app. This app supports a variety of devices. There are no advertisements during the viewing process. You can find the classic TV series section on the homepage and then choose Journey to the West to watch. There is a separate channel that continuously plays the complete 86 edition of Journey to the West. You can also watch the complete 86 edition of Journey to the West in Shenma Theater for free in high definition. Watching Journey to the West: Sun Wukong Beats the White Bone Demon Three Times is not enough. Everyone is welcome to click to read the novel!
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The original version of Journey to the West
The original version of Journey to the West was a classic novel about Sun Wukong, Zhu Bajie, Monk Sand, and Tang Sanzang. Tang Sanzang was a merciful and wise monk. He led Sun Wukong, Zhu Bajie and Monk Sand through 81 difficulties and finally arrived at the Western Heaven to obtain the scriptures. On the way, they encountered all kinds of monsters and obstacles, but they all received their own help and growth. Sun Wukong was a monkey with remarkable abilities. He had excellent combat ability and magical transformation ability, which could easily defeat all kinds of demons and ghosts. Zhu Bajie was a lazy, gluttonous and playful pig demon, but he also had a kind side. When Tang Sanzang and others encountered difficulties, he often provided assistance. Friar Sand was a diligent and kind-hearted monk. He could use his physical abilities to help Tang Sanzang and the others solve problems. The whole story was full of thrills, the characters were vivid, and the ups and downs of the plot were an indispensable part of Chinese culture.