Iscandar is a fictional planet featured in the anime series Space Battleship Yamato. It is depicted as a distant world located in the Andromeda Galaxy, known for its advanced technology and lush landscapes. The planet is home to the Iskandarians, a peaceful race that seeks to help humanity. In the series, the crew of the Yamato embarks on a journey to Iscandar to retrieve a device that can save Earth from an impending disaster. The journey highlights themes of courage, sacrifice, and the importance of interstellar cooperation in the face of adversity.