Anime Film

IndustrySep 9

Chiikawa Movie: Cinema Investigates Visitor Bonus Allegations

Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro is looking into allegations surrounding visitor bonuses for "Chiikawa: Ningyo no Shima no Himitsu". The cinema stresses that the alleged incidents have not been confirmed so far.

AnimeSep 9

Adieu Galaxy Express 999: 4K Return in December 2026

Adieu Galaxy Express 999 returns to Japanese cinemas in December 2026 as a 4K restoration, marking the 45th anniversary. The exact start date and venues will follow later.

AnimeSep 8

We Are Aliens: New trailer shows 30 years of friendship

The anime film "We Are Aliens" receives a new trailer featuring a previously unreleased passage of the title song "Sasakure." In Japan, the film opens on September 25, 2026.

AnimeSep 8

Panda Kopanda: Exhibition Comes to Nagoya in December

The Panda Kopanda exhibition will run at Nagoya PARCO from December 12, 2026, to January 31, 2027, showcasing production materials and recreated film scenes.

EventsSep 8

Satoshi Kon: Birthday Festival Screens Five Works in Cinemas

The "Satoshi Kon Birthday Festival 2026" screens five works by the director in Tokyo from 9 to 12 October, including "Perfect Blue", "Paprika" and "Paranoia Agent".

IndustrySep 7

Twin Engine: Entering Live-Action Film Business with Yoake

Twin Engine enters live-action projects with "Death Valley '95," scheduled for 2027. The anime group is co-distributing the film together with film producer Yoake.