[Sazama's Mansion Garden]
Kumiko beamed with joy for her youngest grandson, offering Mira a warm compliment, "Hehe, you're married to such a wonderful man, and he's one of my grandsons, after all..." Her voice was tinged with pride, and Mira responded with a wry smile.
Kumiko continued, her tone turning more ser...
[Sazama's Mansion Garden]
As Sazama's exclamation left most of the guests and the Suzuki Family feeling perplexed, Shin's gaze locked onto the elderly Sazama, his expression one of astonishment. Similar to Mira, she couldn't help but wonder, "He know Shin's pen name?"
Sazama observed Shin's surprised countenance...
[Sazama's Mansion Residence]
Sazama and the other guests overheard Shinro claim that the cartridge came from his company.
The attendees and the Suzuki family examined the cartridge held by Sazama, but it was difficult to discern its exact nature.
Sazama's eyes widened as he gazed at Shin and exclaimed, "F...
You can suggest what video games KiShin, the main character's company, should produce. However, please don't expect the main character, who is just starting the company and hasn't even released a 16-bit system yet, to develop video games like 'Undertale' or 'Stardew Valley.' These games would be too demanding for a 16-bit sys...
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As Kumiko's confusion grew, a staff member pointed through the open sliding door of the mansion, exclaiming, "It's them, madam," while indicating the man and woman.
Kumiko turned to observe Shinro and Mira, who graced the garden party with their presence, accompanied by Shiruu.
F...
[Location: Taite, Tokyo, Japan]
[Residence of Sazama Suzuki]
As Mira, Shin, and Shiruu passed through the gate, a man escorted them to the mansion, where a woman dressed in a hakama greeted them with a bow. She kindly requested that Shin and Shiruu change into keikogi, while Mira should switch into a hakama.
...
[Taite, Tokyo, Japan]
July 30, 1991
[Sazama Suzuki's Residence]
The celebration for Sazama was held in the spacious main hall, but the garden was adorned with chabudai tables laden with delicious dishes. The garden's atmosphere, complete with a serene pond, lifted everyone's spirits, drawing most of the g...
[Tokyo, Japan]
July 15, 1991.
[Tora and Nippon TV collaboration press conference]
Various media outlets were present as they interviewed President Taro Ikeda and Akimitsu Ishizawa.
"We've heard that the collaboration between Tora and Nippon TV is in preparation for an anime that can rival KiShin an...
[Taito Ward, Tokyo, Japan]
Here, in Taito Ward, Tokyo, Japan, lies the traditional Japanese mansion of Sazama Suzuki.
Within the serene confines of this traditional Japanese mansion's garden, a bamboo grove stands tall. In the training area, an elderly man dons a keikogi, the traditional Japanese martial arts at...
[Tokyo, Japan]
[Roppongi, Minato]
While manga fans eagerly anticipated the next developments in Dragon Ball, Shin had recently returned to Japan and was now accompanied by Mira. Their purpose for being in Kojima Roppongi Shop was to purchase a pet.
Why, you ask?
Mira had developed a fondness for Po...
[Tokyo, Japan]
-At a random high school-
A group of high school students were having a discussion, "Dragon Ball was promoted by KiShin; I wonder if it's any good?"
"Yeah, it's quite interesting that KiShin has also ventured into the manga industry..."
"Haha, they've even entered the anime industry,...
[USA]
KiShin's sales went from a thousand to several thousand, gradually approaching the daily sales figures of 20,000 to 30,000 for Tora and Suzuki.
Word of Street Fighter and Contra making waves in the United States' video game community spread rapidly.
Furthermore, several people came to realize that T...
[Tokyo, Japan]
Many people in and around Tokyo, as well as in numerous cities, had already swarmed various stores and malls to purchase the video games Contra and Street Fighter.
Meanwhile, media outlets were featuring scenes of people in chaos, all just to get their hands on KiShin video games.
Once aga...
Manfred Harris, a wealthy second-generation Californian, cruised in his vibrant red sports car along the road.
Numerous onlookers marveled at his vehicle, but Manfred remained indifferent. He pulled over in front of a portly man on the sidewalk, and Manfred exclaimed, "Get in, you imbecile."
The chubby man happ...
-On a random Target mall in the USA-
Gradually, people in the USA began to learn about KiShin's products, such as KES and the console.
In a Target mall, a man said to his friend, "They say that KiShin was able to dominate Japan?" he said while holding the KiShin Entertainment System.
His friend responded,...
[San Juan Mountains]
[Telluride, Colorado]
[Telluride Bluegrass Festival]
June 20, 1991
A sizable crowd had already gathered; approximately 88,000 people attended the festival. A prominent stage hosted various singers and bands.
At a distance, KiShin stalls were set up, with a saleswoman off...
[Florida, USA]
[Fort Myers]
[South Village at Florida Gulf Coast University]
In a dorm room in South Village, Florida, a young Japanese man named Shuichi Suzuki couldn't contain his excitement as he gazed at a widescreen TV.
"Isn't this Shinro?" Shuichi exclaimed, recognizing the figure on the scre...
[Manhattan, New York]
[KiShin Entertainment Recording Studio]
Indeed, KiShin has acquired a studio in New York to groom their talents.
Liam gazed at the unassuming studio, then turned to Shin and asked, "Can you truly make me a star?"
Shin chuckled and nodded, "Haven't you heard my music?"
L...
[New York]
[SoHo Neighborhood of Manhattan]
Located at 326 Spring Street in New York, you'll find the Ear Inn. This charming establishment offers a selection of beers and delectable bar bites, drawing in a lively crowd.
Amidst the animated conversation, Shin occupied a particular seat, sipping his beer wh...
[Midtown Manhattan, New York]
[Four Seasons Hotel]
Shin smiled at the words of the CEOs of the US retail companies.
He poured a glass of wine and swirled it calmly, while the CEOs of the retail companies watched Shin with great interest.
"So... How can you assure us that your products will outperfo...
While Pokémon was the talk of the town, research for the Gameboy and the SKS, or Super KiShin SKT, was nearing its end.
The Pokémon anime also premiered on TV Asahi.
TV Asahi's ratings saw an increase as the anime was broadcasted.
During this time, KiShin had already started establishing a branch in the...
[Tokyo, Japan]
Many people in Tokyo, Japan, thoroughly enjoyed the Pokémon anime, and they showered it with praise.
It sparked animated discussions among young people.
A child asked their friend, "What's your favorite Pokémon?"
But the friend replied, "Well, we've only seen the first three epis...
In Tokyo, Japan, a multitude of people gathered at various cinemas.
Kenshin and Reina strolled hand in hand into Shibuya Cinema, where they were joined by notable figures like Kenji, Taki, and his family.
Akimitsu, the CEO of Nippon TV, entered Shibuya Cinema with his family, and his child sported Mario's iconic...
[South Korea]
While the KiShin was experiencing rapid growth in South Korea, a conspiracy was brewing. This was due to the rapid expansion of Japanese video game console companies. Although many people were dissatisfied, especially when young South Koreans supporting these Japanese companies, they couldn't take action ...
Eiichiro Oda held the piece of paper he had in his room.
What he didn't tell Shinro was that he had actually already written a pirate adventure story, similar to Shin's story outline, in a notebook during his seventh grade. He had always dreamt of creating a series centered around pirates and the sea with extensive wor...
In a Tokyo home, a man with glasses was engrossed in creating his latest manga, 'Arale-chan.' As he worked diligently, his home telephone abruptly interrupted him, prompting the man to answer with irritation, "Hello, who is calling?"
A voice on the other end revealed, "Kira-san, KiShin has extended an invitation for yo...
[Tokyo, Japan]
[Hilton Tokyo Hotel]
The Hilton Tokyo Hotel was often chosen as a wedding venue, and it also housed a restaurant section that offered traditional Japanese dishes.
A sleek black Suzuki car pulled up in front of the building.
Ruki and Airi couldn't fathom why Shinro had invited them to...
[Tokyo, Japan]
With the sudden release of "Super Mario Bros. 2: The Lost Levels," the enthusiasm for this game surged not just in Tokyo, but across all of Japan. This fervor can be attributed to the fact that "Super Mario Bros." marked KiShin's debut in the world of video games and the captivating gameplay of "Super Ma...
[Suzuki Mansion]
Ruki Suzuki recently contacted her fourth brother for New Year and inquired about his well-being. She expressed genuine concern for him and also attempted to reach out to her second brother, although she suspected he might not have a working phone.
Despite her worries, all she could do was hope ...
[Seoul, South Korea]
While many South Korean people expressed their dissatisfaction with Japanese companies entering their market, numerous video game enthusiasts were filled with excitement.
Aeon Retail in South Korea, which has long established a presence in the country, began distributing stocks of KiShin Fam...
