Urashiman English Sub & Dub

About Urashiman

Urashiman (未来警察ウラシマン) blends action, comedy and sci-fi by Tatsunoko Production (1983). Below is a fresh retelling of what the story is about. At its core: In 1983, a young man on the run from the police finds himself mysteriously transported to the year 2050. With no memories and newly developed superhuman gifts, he comes across himself recruited by the Neo Tokyo Mobile Police Unit to help them take down a vicious crime syndicate known as Necrime.

Next up: Will this man, now known as Ryu Urashima, be able to take down the Necrime and find his way back to the past? Or will he be trapped in the future forever?

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Ryuu Urashiman (Michitaka Kobayashi) and Claude Mizusawa (Akira Kamiya) are two of the characters you will meet early. Think of it as a pick for viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 50 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Tatsunoko Production, so the studio's house style defines how Urashiman looks and moves on screen. Because it leans on action, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Its 6.5/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. On the casting side, Michitaka Kobayashi voicing Ryuu Urashiman gives the lead role a recognizable voice. It aired in 1983, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.