To mark the 20th anniversary of the theatrical release of Paprika (パプリカ), directed by Satoshi Kon, Sony Pictures Japan will release a 4K Remaster version across Japan on August 7, 2026. The film will screen at more than 82 theaters, with additional venues planned later.
Paprika Synopsis
Paprika follows Atsuko Chiba, a psychotherapist who transforms into the “dream detective” Paprika to investigate a mysterious case in which people are mentally disturbed by strange dreams. The film is adapted from the full-length science fiction novel by Yasutaka Tsutsui, first published in 1993, and is regarded as one of anime’s landmark works.
A revival screening held this past January received an overwhelming response from Japanese fans, leading to this expanded nationwide release.
Advance Premiere Screenings
Before the nationwide opening, advance special screenings will be held at Shinjuku Piccadilly in Tokyo from July 17 to 23, 2026.
20th Anniversary Events and Goods
In addition to the film screenings, a number of events and special goods will celebrate Paprika’s 20th anniversary.
- POP UP STORE – Millennium Actress & Paprika: Limited goods from both films will be sold at JR Kyoto Isetan in Kyoto from July 29 to August 4, 2026.
- POP UP STORE – PERFECT BLUE & Paprika: Goods from both titles will be available in three cities:
- Shinjuku Marui Annex, Tokyo: July 17-26, 2026
- Namba Marui, Osaka: August 7-16, 2026
- Hakata Marui, Fukuoka: September 4-13, 2026
- Blu-ray / 4K UHD Set: A Paprika 4K UHD + Blu-ray set will be released on September 9, 2026.
- Special novel edition: Shincho Bunko will release Yasutaka Tsutsui’s Paprika novel with a limited 20th anniversary cover featuring a character image from the film. It is expected to go on sale around July 9, 2026.
Participating Theaters (Partial List)
The 4K Remaster release will cover theaters across Japan from Hokkaido to Kagoshima. Major venues include the following:
- Tokyo: Shinjuku Piccadilly (from July 17 and August 7), 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku, Ikebukuro HUMAX Cinemas, MOVIX Kameari, United Cinema Aqua City Odaiba, and more
- Osaka: Namba Parks Cinema, Theatre Umeda, Aeon Cinema Theatus Shinsaibashi, and more
- Aichi: 109 Cinemas Nagoya, Aeon Cinema Nagoya Chaya, Midland Cinema Nagoya Airport, and more
- Fukuoka: KBC Cinema, United Cinema Nakama 16, and more
- Hokkaido: Sapporo Cinema Frontier, Aeon Cinema Asahikawa Ekimae (from August 14)
- More than 82 theaters nationwide, with additional venues planned
Thai anime fans who have a chance to visit Japan during this period should not miss the opportunity to see Satoshi Kon’s masterpiece on the big screen in sharper 4K quality.
Source: natalie
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