The opening of Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket is “Itsuka Sora ni Todoite”; the ending is “Tooi Kioku.” Both are sung by Megumi Shiina. For the original vocal recordings, start with the track list of Sound Sketch 1 rather than assuming every compilation or short version contains the same recording.
This six-episode 1989 OVA is remembered for more than action music. Its songs frame Al’s everyday world and the people who enter it. This guide separates the two themes, Megumi Hayashibara’s related song and the two soundtrack albums before discussing their appeal, without revealing the ending.
0080 opening, ending and related song
| Role | Japanese title / reading | Singer | Where to find it |
|---|---|---|---|
| OP | いつか空に届いて Itsuka Sora ni Todoite | 椎名恵 / Megumi Shiina | Sound Sketch 1：1曲目 / track 1 |
| ED | 遠い記憶 Tooi Kioku | 椎名恵 / Megumi Shiina | Sound Sketch 1：17曲目 / track 17 |
| 関連歌唱曲 / Related vocal | 夜明けのShooting Star Yoake no Shooting Star | 林原めぐみ / Megumi Hayashibara | Sound Sketch 2：1曲目 / track 1 |
“Yoake no Shooting Star” is not an additional opening or ending. King Records calls it an insert song on Sound Sketch 2 and an image song in the VINTAGE DENIM listing; this guide keeps it in a separate related-vocal category. Sound Sketch 2 / VINTAGE DENIM
Opening: “Itsuka Sora ni Todoite”
The buoyant vocal and open melody can be heard alongside Al’s curiosity about a world beyond his daily routine. As the story changes his relationship with war, that brightness can take on a different emotional weight. This is an interpretive listening suggestion, not a claim that each lyric describes a particular scene.
Ending: “Tooi Kioku”
Where the opening suggests forward motion, the ending offers a gentler sense of looking back. For a story whose meaning extends beyond battle results, it is an invitation to think about ordinary lives after each episode. The contrast between the two songs is worth hearing in sequence.
These are distributed audio uploads on Megumi Shiina’s Topic channel, identified as provided by The Orchard Enterprises, rather than reposted anime opening or ending footage. Regional or later restrictions may affect playback. Autoplay is not enabled in these embeds.
Sound Sketch 1 or 2: which album fits?
| Album | Catalogue number | Best use |
|---|---|---|
| Sound Sketch 1 | KICA-2041 | OP・EDの歌唱曲とBGM / Original OP and ED vocals plus score |
| Sound Sketch 2 | KICA-2042 | 林原めぐみの歌、主題歌の短縮版・インスト、追加BGM / Hayashibara song, short/instrumental themes and more score |
Sound Sketch 1 — original themes
Sound Sketch 2 — related song and variants
Choose volume 1 first for the original opening and ending vocals. Add volume 2 for “Yoake no Shooting Star,” instrumental versions and shorter theme edits. Volume 2 is not simply a replacement containing all the same vocal recordings as volume 1.
The label’s March 5, 1999 date belongs to these KICA CD editions; it is not the OVA’s original release year. Earlier discs, reissues and digital releases can have different artwork or catalogue numbers. Match the track list and version labels, not only the song title.
Original recordings versus later covers
Hiroko Moriguchi’s GUNDAM SONG COVERS 2 includes a cover of “Itsuka Sora ni Todoite.” Enjoy it as a different performance and arrangement, rather than treating Moriguchi as the singer of the original 0080 theme.
GUNDAM SONG COVERS 2 — KING RECORDS
Frequently asked questions
Are the 0080 and 0083 songs the same?
No. “Itsuka Sora ni Todoite” and “Tooi Kioku” belong to 0080. For “THE WINNER” or “MEN OF DESTINY,” use the 0083 song guide.
Who sings “Yoake no Shooting Star”?
Megumi Hayashibara, the voice of Christina Mackenzie, is the credited singer. She is a different performer from Megumi Shiina, who sings both the opening and ending. Keeping it in the related-vocal category prevents confusion.
Does this guide reproduce the full lyrics?
No. It is a song and listening guide; consult the recording, CD booklet or a licensed lyrics service for lyrics.
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