Uchū Nanchara Kotetsu-kun Film Reveals Trailer and Theme Song by Shōko Nakagawa
Kadokawa has unveiled the trailer and theme song artist for the Uchū Nanchara Kotetsu-kun film, with Shōko Nakagawa performing the theme. The film opens September 11.
3 Reasons You Can't Miss Toy Story 5 — Stellar Voice Acting, Surprise Cameos, and a Digital-Age Story for All Generations
Toy Story 5 brings back Woody, Buzz, and Jessie alongside a star-studded Japanese voice cast led by Hayato Sano (M!LK), plus a timely story about kids and screen time.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Anime Film and Exit 8 Live-Action Film Nominated for Critics Choice Awards
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle and the live-action Exit 8 film have both earned Critics Choice Awards nominations, with winners to be announced on August 6.
MAYLA x Gekijouban Mononoke Chapter 3: Jashin Iconic Skirts — Pre-orders Close Tomorrow (July 16)!
Fashion brand MAYLA is taking pre-orders until July 16, 2026 (5 PM JST) for two Gekijouban Mononoke Chapter 3: Jashin-inspired skirts — the “Yakuri” and “Kamigi” models — priced at ¥28,600 each.
"Chou Kaguya-hime!" Special-Format Trailer Drops; New Movie Ticket Cards Go on Sale August 7
The original animated film “Chou Kaguya-hime!” has released its full trailer for special-format screenings, alongside three new pre-sale movie ticket card designs launching August 7.
Tanjiro, Giyu & Akaza Smartphone Stickers Included as Lawson-Exclusive Bonus with "Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugen-jo-hen Chapter 1" DVD & Blu-ray — Out July 29, 2026
The standard DVD & Blu-ray editions of Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugen-jo-hen Chapter 1 go on sale exclusively at Lawson stores on July 29, 2026, bundled with a 3-piece smartphone sticker set featuring Tanjir
Sword Art Online -Integral Domain- Revealed as New Original Film, Opening in 2028
The Sword Art Online franchise has unveiled its new original film as Sword Art Online -Integral Domain-, set to open in theaters in 2028 with returning cast and new staff.
Chiikawa Movie Teams Up with PARCO for Summer Campaign — Novelties, Photo Booths & X Giveaway (July 17–Aug 2)
The first-ever Chiikawa film partners with PARCO for a nationwide summer campaign in Japan from July 17 to August 2, 2026, featuring exclusive novelties, photo booths, and an X giveaway.
Mononoke Franchise Launches New Project with Third Medicine Seller "Ken no Tsurugi"
Twin Engine has announced a new Mononoke project introducing a third Medicine Seller, “Ken no Tsurugi,” voiced by stage actor Hirofumi Araki, alongside new Kadokawa novels.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Film 1 to Stream on Crunchyroll Starting July 28
Crunchyroll announced at Anime Expo that it will stream the first Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle film worldwide (excluding Japan and Mainland China) from July 28.
Toei Animation Unveils 2D/3D Hybrid Film Monkey Quest, Targeting 2027 Release
Toei Animation has revealed Monkey Quest, a 2D/3D hybrid animated film loosely based on Journey to the West, at the Annecy Festival. The film stars Adam Devine, Elsie Fisher, and J.K. Simmons.
20th Anniversary Sgt. Frog Film Streams New Promo Video Featuring Opening Song
The new 20th-anniversary Sgt. Frog film has released a promo video introducing the Keroro platoon and previewing the opening theme “Mata Kaettekita KERO! to MARCH” by ano and Soshina.
Isao Takahata Ghibli Retrospective: 4 Classic Films to Screen in Kyoto, July–August 2026
Kyoto’s Demachiza cinema will host “Isao Takahata Director Special 2026,” screening four of his Studio Ghibli features week by week from 31 July to 27 August 2026.
Key Visual Revealed for "Love Live! Nijigasaki" Final Chapter — 12 School Idols Walk Toward the Rainbow as Yuu Looks On
The official key visual for the theatrical anime “Love Live! Nijigasaki Gakuen School Idol Doukoukai Kanketsu-hen Saishu-sho” (Final Chapter) has been unveiled ahead of its winter release.
Keroro Gunso and Gundam Team Up Officially for the First Time: Keroro-Spec Gundam Mk-II Model and Special Art by Mine Yoshizaki and Yoshikazu Yasuhiko Revealed
The new film Shingekijoban Keroro Gunso opens on June 26, 2026, and has revealed its first official Gundam collaboration, including plastic models and special artwork.
Chiikawa Movie Reveals Shimajiro and Siren, Plus Opening Song and New Trailer
Chiikawa: Ningyo no Shima no Himitsu revealed two new cast members, a 90-second trailer, and the opening song “Kutsu-zure” performed by Hachiware ahead of its July 24, 2026 release.
