Hi no Tori  

Avaruuden tulilintu, Hinotori - The Phoenix, Phoenix, The Phoenix, ฮิโนโทริ วิหคเพลิง, 火の鳥, Bird of Fire

Greetings! Tori is a collection of narratives that share a common theme. The Phoenix, whose mythical blood is believed to grant eternal life to those who consume it, has inspired many individuals to attempt its murder. However, in the tale's Phoenix, it is reborn from the ashes, symbolizing rebirth and renewal. These stories take place both in the past and future, reflecting humanity's ongoing struggle with conflict and fear of death. Despite these challenges, each story imparts a valuable lesson: Life represents the beginning of an endless journey, a continuous cycle that transcends time and space.

The 2004 Hi no Tori TV series adapts five of Osamu Tezuka's manga chapters into thirteen episodes; in no particular order, they are the first, second, sixth, 11th, and 12th chapters. The animators did not try to copy Tezuka's drawing style and instead opted for a more generic style of TV animation—slick and polished. An English version of the TV series was released by Anime Works in October 2007. In addition to being broadcast in high-definition, the anime's soundtrack features some of Tezuka's favorite music, such as Beethoven as well as the inclusion and usage of ancient Chinese instruments.