New Dimension! Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Battle of Supernatural Powers ~Flying Sushi~
40-years ago, there was a prophecy claiming that in the year of “20” and “23”, two emitting lights would come to the Earth from outer space. And the dark light with strong power will bring out a huge disaster. In the summer of 2023, as predicted, two mysterious lights approach Japan and descend on Kasukabe. The white light hits Shin-chan, which makes him get a superpower. Meanwhile, a man called Mitsuru Hiriya, has been bathed in dark light and has acquired psychic powers begins to run amok. A man who wants the destruction of the world, Hiriya VS A happy-go-lucky kindergarten child, Shinnosuke. A superpower battle is going to begin!
The film earned $23.8M at the global box office.
Plot Structure
Story beats plotted across runtime
Narrative Arc
Emotional journey through the story's key moments
Story Circle
Blueprint 15-beat structure
Arcplot Score Breakdown
Weighted: Precision (70%) + Arc (15%) + Theme (15%)
New Dimension! Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Battle of Supernatural Powers ~Flying Sushi~ (2023) reveals carefully calibrated story structure, characteristic of Hitoshi One's storytelling approach. This structural analysis examines how the film's 15-point plot structure maps to proven narrative frameworks across 1 hour and 34 minutes. With an Arcplot score of 7.6, the film showcases strong structural fundamentals.
Structural Analysis
The Status Quo at 1 minutes (1% through the runtime) establishes Shin-chan's typical day in Kasukabe with his family and the Kasukabe Defense Force, establishing his mischievous but carefree ordinary world.. Significantly, this early placement immediately immerses viewers in the story world.
The inciting incident occurs at 11 minutes when Shin-chan and his friends encounter flying sushi and discover they have developed supernatural powers, disrupting their ordinary reality and introducing the central mystery.. At 12% through the film, this Disruption aligns precisely with traditional story structure. This beat shifts the emotional landscape, launching the protagonist into the central conflict.
The First Threshold at 24 minutes marks the transition into Act II, occurring at 25% of the runtime. This indicates the protagonist's commitment to Shin-chan actively chooses to master his supernatural powers to protect his friends and family, committing to enter the battle against the antagonist force behind the phenomenon., moving from reaction to action.
At 47 minutes, the Midpoint arrives at 50% of the runtime—precisely centered, creating perfect narrative symmetry. Significantly, this crucial beat False defeat: The true antagonist reveals themselves and demonstrates overwhelming power, showing the children that their abilities are insufficient. The stakes escalate to threaten all of Kasukabe., fundamentally raising what's at risk. The emotional intensity shifts, dividing the narrative into clear before-and-after phases.
The Collapse moment at 71 minutes (75% through) represents the emotional nadir. Here, The Kasukabe Defense Force is defeated and scattered. Shin-chan loses his powers or a mentor figure is captured/sacrificed. His family is endangered, representing the death of his confidence., indicates the protagonist at their lowest point. This beat's placement in the final quarter sets up the climactic reversal.
The Second Threshold at 75 minutes initiates the final act resolution at 80% of the runtime. Shin-chan realizes that supernatural power alone isn't enough—he must combine his powers with the bonds of friendship and his inherent courage. The team reunites with new understanding., demonstrating the transformation achieved throughout the journey.
Emotional Journey
New Dimension! Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Battle of Supernatural Powers ~Flying Sushi~'s emotional architecture traces a deliberate progression across 15 carefully calibrated beats.
Narrative Framework
This structural analysis employs systematic plot point analysis that identifies crucial turning points. By mapping New Dimension! Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Battle of Supernatural Powers ~Flying Sushi~ against these established plot points, we can identify how Hitoshi One utilizes or subverts traditional narrative conventions. The plot point approach reveals not only adherence to structural principles but also creative choices that distinguish New Dimension! Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Battle of Supernatural Powers ~Flying Sushi~ within the animation genre.
Comparative Analysis
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Plot Points by Act
Act I
SetupStatus Quo
Shin-chan's typical day in Kasukabe with his family and the Kasukabe Defense Force, establishing his mischievous but carefree ordinary world.
Theme
A character mentions that true power comes not from supernatural abilities but from bonds and believing in oneself, foreshadowing the film's thematic core.
Worldbuilding
Introduction of daily life in Kasukabe, Shin-chan's relationships with Himawari, Misae, Hiroshi, and his friends. Establishes the normal world before supernatural events intrude.
Disruption
Shin-chan and his friends encounter flying sushi and discover they have developed supernatural powers, disrupting their ordinary reality and introducing the central mystery.
Resistance
The children debate whether to embrace or fear their new powers. They experiment with abilities while adults remain skeptical. A mysterious mentor figure may appear to guide them.
Act II
ConfrontationFirst Threshold
Shin-chan actively chooses to master his supernatural powers to protect his friends and family, committing to enter the battle against the antagonist force behind the phenomenon.
Mirror World
Introduction of a key ally or rival with supernatural powers who embodies the theme differently, showing Shin-chan what it means to use power responsibly versus selfishly.
Premise
The Kasukabe Defense Force explores their powers in creative and comedic ways, battling minor supernatural threats including sentient flying sushi, enjoying the adventure of their new abilities.
Midpoint
False defeat: The true antagonist reveals themselves and demonstrates overwhelming power, showing the children that their abilities are insufficient. The stakes escalate to threaten all of Kasukabe.
Opposition
The antagonist's forces intensify attacks. Shin-chan's flaws (impulsiveness, selfishness) cause problems. The team fractures under pressure as supernatural chaos spreads through the city.
Collapse
The Kasukabe Defense Force is defeated and scattered. Shin-chan loses his powers or a mentor figure is captured/sacrificed. His family is endangered, representing the death of his confidence.
Crisis
Shin-chan experiences his dark night, questioning whether he can protect anyone. He reflects on what he's learned about true strength and the bonds with his friends and family.
Act III
ResolutionSecond Threshold
Shin-chan realizes that supernatural power alone isn't enough—he must combine his powers with the bonds of friendship and his inherent courage. The team reunites with new understanding.
Synthesis
Final battle where Shin-chan and the Kasukabe Defense Force combine their powers with teamwork and heart. They execute a plan that defeats the antagonist by believing in each other rather than just their abilities.
Transformation
Shin-chan returns to normal life, but the closing image shows he's grown—still mischievous but now understanding the power of bonds and responsibility, mirroring the opening but showing internal change.