Is Pluto related to Astro Boy?

Yes. **Pluto** is a reimagining of a specific story arc from Osamu Tezuka's **Astro Boy** (Tetsuwan Atom) called 'The Greatest Robot on Earth' (1964). Naoki Urasawa took this classic shonen battle story and transformed it into a mature, complex murder mystery thriller, shifting the protagonist from Atom to the robot detective **Gesicht**.

The entity known as **Pluto** is the physical executor of the murders, a massive, horned robot capable of manipulating weather and creating tornadoes. However, Pluto is controlled by a mysterious consciousness. The investigation reveals a deeper conspiracy involving a grieving father and a vengeful AI created from pure hatred.

Why do the robots have nightmares?

In Pluto, the ability to dream or have nightmares is a sign of an AI evolving to a near-human level of consciousness. **Gesicht** and **Atom** both experience nightmares, which are actually fragmented memories or traumatic data that their systems cannot fully process or delete, signifying their psychological depth.

What was the 39th Central Asian War?

It is a fictional conflict in the series that mirrors the real-world Iraq War. The United States of Thracia accused the Persian Kingdom of developing robots of mass destruction. A peacekeeping force, including the world's seven strongest robots, was sent in. They found no such weapons, but the war caused immense destruction and radicalized the survivors, setting the stage for the story's events.

Can robots kill humans in Pluto?

Generally, no. Robots are bound by **Article 13** of the Robot Laws (similar to Asimov's Laws), which forbids them from harming humans. However, the story hinges on a unique anomaly: a robot that *can* kill a human. The mystery of how and why this is possible is central to the plot.

Experiences & Locations in Pluto – Setting, Scenes & Significance

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Pluto Experiences

Curated Pluto experiences: Theme Parks / Special Setups and Pilgrimage.

Museum & Exhibitions

[4K] The Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum (手塚治虫紀念館)

4K tour of the Tezuka Manga Museum exhibits and installations.

Takarazuka, Hyogo, Japan

Opening Hours

Varies by venue; see official site

Admission

Paid/Free depending on venue

Duration

90–150 minutes

Best Time

Weekdays recommended

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Theme Parks & Attractions

Universal Studios Japan and the Osamu Tezuka Museum

A combined visit to USJ and Tezuka Osamu Museum highlighting classic character exhibits.

Osaka & Takarazuka, Japan

Opening Hours

Varies by season; see official site

Admission

Paid; tickets required

Duration

60–120 minutes

Best Time

Weekdays recommended

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Museum & Exhibitions

Anime Museum in Tokyo, Japan (Suginami)

Visit Suginami Animation Museum showcasing Japanese animation history and Tezuka’s influence.

Suginami, Tokyo, Japan

Opening Hours

Varies by venue; see official site

Admission

Paid/Free depending on venue

Duration

90–150 minutes

Best Time

Weekdays recommended

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Museum & Exhibitions

Comic Nation TV: Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum

Museum walkthrough and commentary on Tezuka’s works.

Takarazuka, Hyogo, Japan

Opening Hours

Varies by venue; see official site

Admission

Paid/Free depending on venue

Duration

90–150 minutes

Best Time

Weekdays recommended

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Museum & Exhibitions

KYOTO MANGA MUSEUM – Tour in Japan: Osamu Tezuka

Tour of Kyoto International Manga Museum exhibits related to Osamu Tezuka’s legacy.

Kyoto, Japan

Opening Hours

Varies by venue; see official site

Admission

Paid/Free depending on venue

Duration

90–150 minutes

Best Time

Weekdays recommended

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Museum & Exhibitions

VLOG | The Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum

Vlog coverage of exhibits at the Tezuka Manga Museum.

Takarazuka, Hyogo, Japan

Opening Hours

Varies by venue; see official site

Admission

Paid/Free depending on venue

Duration

90–150 minutes

Best Time

Weekdays recommended

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Pluto Real-World Experiences

[4K] The Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum (手塚治虫 紀念館)

Universal Studios Japan and the Osamu Tezuka Museum

Anime Museum in Tokyo, Japan (Suginami)

Comic Nation TV: Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum

KYOTO MANGA MUSEUM – Tour in Japan: Osamu Tezuka

VLOG | The Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum

[4K] The Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum (手塚治虫紀念館)