塔酱的海底旅行

An 8-minute talkie animation completed in 1934 by the animation studio Masaoka Film Art Research Institute, led by Kenzo Masaoka. 　The energetic Ta-chan and Mi-chan. Today, the two are touring the ocean surface in a small bean-sized submarine. After feeding a whale, they dive into the sea to follow it, causing a commotion with a startled crab along the way. Eventually, the two discover a sunken ship resting on the seabed, but a mysterious figure emerging from it kidnaps Mi-chan. Ta-chan calls for help from their acquaintance, the Dragon Palace. Responding to the plea, the Dragon King of the Dragon Palace dispatches a fish army to assist in rescuing Mi-chan, but... 　This oceanic adventure anime is based on an original work by Jiro Hattori, who handled music direction and selection for other works by the Masaoka Research Institute. The visual design of the main duo from the neck down closely resembles Disney's Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, showcasing Masaoka's playful spirit. A sequel, *Ta-chan's Monster Extermination*, was also produced in 1935.