Fist of the North Star (Hokuto no Ken) – Mamiya Crying, Episode 56 A7 – Original Production Cel

Mamiya in Tears – Episode 56

Beautiful original Japanese animation production cel of Mamiya from Fist of the North Star (Hokuto no Ken), captured in one of the most emotional moments of the Rei arc.

The scene appears in Episode 56, “The Beautiful Fighter Rei vs. Yuda! Tears Aren’t Needed for a Man’s Farewell!!”, at approximately 00:15:18. Mamiya is shown crying as the wounded Rei prepares to leave, giving the image an unusually delicate and expressive quality.

This episode is especially notable for its distinctive drawing style. The animation director was Michiyo Sakurai (桜井美知代), whose work gives the characters a softer, more elegant facial treatment than many surrounding episodes. Episode direction/storyboarding was by Tomoharu Katsumata, with background art by Masao Ichigaya.

The cel is visibly marked A7. The reference still included in the gallery confirms the on-screen scene and timecode.

Original vintage Japanese production artwork from Toei Animation. Unique production-used piece with age-related wear consistent with its original use.