A special event uniting
anime titles in Tokyo
What is
TOKYO ANIME NEXT
— Connecting Animation with the World:
A Prologue to the
New 2027 Animation Festival —
Tokyo Anime Next is a one-time special event
organized by
the Association of Japanese Animations (AJA)
in collaboration with
the Tokyo Metropolitan Government,
to launch a new annual animation festival
that will debut in 2027.
On the event's closing day,
a spectacular grand finale
will take place at
TOKYO TATEMONO Brillia HALL
(Ikebukuro, Tokyo).
Blending a live orchestra with cinematic visuals,
this gorgeous performance
will symbolically showcase
the present and future of animation.
Furthermore, during the finale,
we will unveil the vision
for the upcoming 2027 festival.
Over four days, we'll feature a variety of programs
at multiple
locations across Ikebukuro.
Through a spectacular production blending a live orchestra with high-impact visuals,
we will showcase the present and future of Japanese animation.
Furthermore, the finale will feature the unveiling of
a brand-new anime
event concept looking ahead to 2027.
- Date & Time
- Monday, November 2, 2026
Doors Open: 5:30 PM / Start: 6:30 PM
- Venue
- TOKYO TATEMONO Brillia HALL
Participating Titles and Artists
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Artist
Nami Nakagawa
Attack on Titan
Artist
Ai Higuchi
Detective Conan
Artist
Mai Kuraki
Conductor
Hirofumi Kurita
Orchestra
Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra
Orchestral Arrangement
Kazunori Miyake
How to Attend
- Admission
- Free
- *You may request up to two (2) tickets per application.
- *Free membership registration with e+ is required.
- *This event uses "e-tickets." Please be sure to review the "About e-Tickets" section before applying.
- *Event details and performers are subject to change without prior notice.
- *The event may be canceled or its content modified due to unavoidable circumstances, such as natural disasters or force majeure.
- *Due to venue restrictions, stage visibility may be limited from certain seats.
If you wish to attend, please apply using the link below.
Main Event Application
- 1st Advance Registration (Lottery)
-
Application Period: Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM – Monday, October 12, 11:59 PM
(JST)
Lottery Results: Thursday, October 15, 1:00 PM (JST)
- 2nd Advance Registration (Lottery)
-
Application Period: Thursday, October 15, 7:00 PM – Monday, October 19, 11:59 PM
(JST)
Lottery Results: Thursday, October 22, 1:00 PM (JST)
- General Registration (First-Come, First-Served)
-
Registration Period: Wednesday, October 28, 7:00 PM – Monday, November 2, 6:00
PM (JST)
(Available until 30 minutes prior to showtime)
*Maximum of 2 tickets per order.
Ticket Inquiries
Please contact e+ Customer Support using the inquiry form below:
https://eplus.jp/qa/
*Please note that we cannot answer inquiries regarding performance content or event
schedule.
Information for Attendees
Performance Duration
- The performance is scheduled to last approximately 90 minutes. Please note that the actual running time may vary depending on the progress of the show.
Admission & Seating
- All seats are reserved. Please sit in the seat assigned on your ticket.
- If you arrive after the performance has started, entry may be temporarily delayed for production reasons. Please follow the guidance of venue staff upon entry.
- Due to production requirements, entry, exit, or seat movement during the show may be restricted. Please follow staff instructions at all times.
Performance Rules & Etiquette
- The use of light-emitting cheering items—such as glow sticks, penlights, and glowing fans—is strictly prohibited during the performance.
- Please turn off cell phones, smartphones, smartwatches, and alarms, or set them to silent/vibration mode.
- Please refrain from behavior that may disturb others, including private conversations, shouting/calling out to performers, or making loud noises.
- Leaving your assigned seat, rushing toward the stage, or blocking aisles is strictly prohibited to prevent accidents and injuries. Please remain in your designated seat throughout the show.
- Eating and drinking in the seating area are not permitted.
- Photography, video recording, and audio recording are strictly prohibited once the performance begins.
Venue Neighborhood Etiquette
- Please avoid behavior around the venue that obstructs traffic or causes inconvenience to local residents and businesses. In particular, please refrain from gathering or lingering near the venue before or after the performance.
Important Notes Regarding Tickets
- *Preschool-aged children are not permitted to enter.
- *If applications exceed capacity, tickets will be allocated by lottery.
- *You may modify or cancel your application during the designated application period.
- *The applicant’s name will be printed on the ticket. Please ensure you apply under the name of the attendee.
- *Application and ticket issuance require the e+ smartphone app (Smarticket). [Click here for the Smarticket User Guide]
- *Tickets must be acquired strictly through official sales channels (the event organizer or authorized ticketing platforms). Resale, transfer, or purchase for profit, as well as any attempt to do so, is strictly prohibited. Tickets obtained through unauthorized channels will be rendered invalid, and entry will be denied.
- *If fraudulent activity or unauthorized ticket transfers are suspected, you may be required to verify your identity upon entry.
- *For Guests Attending in a Wheelchair or with a Guide Dog: To ensure smooth assistance on the event day, please contact the event Secretariat (or e+ Customer Support) after acquiring your ticket and prior to the performance date.
- *Please note that an accompanying assistant will also require a valid ticket for entry.
In addition to screenings of popular anime titles,
select sessions will
feature exclusive talk shows with production staff and voice actors
—an
experience you can only get here!
- Dates
- October 31 (Sat) – November 1 (Sun)
- Venues
- Ikebukuro HUMAX Cinemas Cinema,
TOHO Cinemas Ikebukuro
Anime Screening
-
Incl. Talk Show
‘LONA’ Episode 1: Advance Screening
- Venue
- Ikebukuro HUMAX Cinemas Cinema
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 18:10–19:10 / 19:40–20:40
-
Incl. Talk Show
Expelled from Paradise: Resonance
- Venue
- Ikebukuro HUMAX Cinemas Cinema
- Date
- Sunday, November 1 (Sun) 15:40–18:30
-
Incl. Talk Show
SWORD ART ONLINE THE MOVIE -PROGRESSIVE- Aria of Starless Night
- Venue
- Ikebukuro HUMAX Cinemas Cinema
- Date
- Saturday, October 31 (Sat) 12:00–14:10 / 14:50–17:00
-
10th Anniversary Anime Screening
My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising
- Venue
- Ikebukuro HUMAX Cinemas Cinema
- Date
- Sunday, November 1 (Sun) 12:10–14:40
Tickets
- Price
- ¥2,500 (tax incl.)
Ticketing available via e+.
- *Maximum of two (2) tickets per order.
- *If you wish to attend multiple performances, please submit a separate order for each session.
- *Free membership registration with e+ is required.
- *This event uses "e-tickets." Please review the "About e-Tickets" section prior to purchasing.
- *Event details and performers are subject to change without prior notice.
- *The event may be canceled or its content modified due to unavoidable circumstances, such as natural disasters or force majeure.
If you wish to attend, please purchase tickets using the link below.
Buy Tickets: Anime Screening & Talk Show
- 1st Advance Sales (Lottery)
-
Application Period: Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM – Monday, October 12, 11:59 PM
(JST)
Lottery Results: Thursday, October 15, 1:00 PM (JST)
Payment Period: Thursday, October 15, 1:00 PM – Saturday, October 17, 6:00 PM (JST)
- General Sales (First-Come, First-Served)
-
Sales Start: Tuesday, October 20, 7:00 PM (JST)
(Sales will close once the allotted quantity is sold out)
- *Please note that guest speakers for talk shows and additional featured titles will be announced at a later date.
Ticket Inquiries
Please contact e+ Customer Support using the inquiry form below:
https://eplus.jp/qa/
*Please note that we cannot answer inquiries regarding performance content or event
schedule.
Important Notes Regarding Screenings & Talk Shows
Seating & Tickets
- *All seats are reserved (assigned seating). You will not be admitted without a valid ticket for the specific session.
- *Specific seat selection is not available.
- *Tickets are required for children aged 3 and older. Children under 3 years of age who require their own seat will also need a valid ticket (no ticket required if sitting on a parent or guardian's lap).
- *Tickets will not be reissued under any circumstances, including loss, theft, or damage. Please keep your ticket in a safe place.
Changes, Cancellations & Resale
- *Performers and event details are subject to change without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances. Ticket refunds or exchanges will not be provided for changes in cast or program details.
- *No changes, cancellations, or refunds will be accepted for personal reasons after purchase.
- *Purchasing, transferring, or reselling tickets for profit (including via online auctions, ticket platforms, or unauthorized resellers) is strictly prohibited.
- *Resold tickets will be rendered invalid, and admission will be denied with no refund provided.
Identity Verification & Venue Entry
- *ID checks may be conducted at entry to verify the ticket holder's name. Please bring a valid photo ID on the day of the event.
- *If you arrive after the program has started, entry may be temporarily delayed for production or safety reasons. Please follow the guidance of venue staff.
Venue Etiquette & Prohibited Conduct
- *Please remain seated during both the screening and the talk show.
- *Turn off mobile phones, smartphones, smartwatches, and electronic devices, or set them to silent mode.
- *To ensure an enjoyable experience for all guests, the use of penlights, glow sticks, fans, or cheering boards, as well as loud conversation or seat-kicking, is strictly prohibited.
- *Photography, video recording, and audio recording using any device (including smartphones and cameras) are strictly prohibited during screenings and talk shows. Anyone found engaging in these activities will be asked to delete the recorded media and leave the venue. Unauthorized filming may result in the suspension of the performance. Please notify staff immediately if you observe suspicious behavior.
Guests Requiring Accessibility Accommodations
- *Guests using wheelchairs are requested to contact the venue in advance. Wheelchair-accessible seating is limited; depending on availability, you may be asked to transfer to a standard seat.
From current hits to timeless classics, explore the behind-the-scenes world of anime
production.
Key creators and guest speakers will take the stage to share exclusive stories and insider
perspectives.
Our Anime Creator Seminar offers valuable sessions specifically tailored for those aspiring
to enter the anime industry.
Stay tuned for a unique lineup and engaging discussions—only at TOKYO ANIME NEXT!
- Date & Time
- Monday, November 2, 2026
- Venue
- Toshima Civic Center
Discover how animation works in a hands-on workshop
themed around Chibi
Maruko-chan!
- Dates
- Saturday, October 31 – Sunday, November 1
- Venue
- Ikebukuro WACCA, 1st Floor Event Space
- Duration
- Approx. 30 minutes per session
- Admission
- Free (*Advance registration required / Selection by lottery)
- *Schedule and registration details will be announced on the official website as they become available.
As Japanese animation continues to gain prominence in the global market, promoting the value
of not only individual works but also the creators, producers, studios and others involved
is essential to the continued growth of the industry and to building its international
profile.
Tokyo Anime Next will present the following symposium at TIFFCOM, moderated by Fujitsu
Ryota, Programming Advisor for the TIFF Animation section, in discussion with leading
industry figures. The symposium will explore the significance of establishing an
international award led by members of the Japanese animation industry.
Symposium
- Title
- Toward the Launch of a New Anime Award in 2027
- Organizer
- Tokyo Anime Next
- Date and time
- October 30 (Fri), 11:00 am–12:00 pm
- Venue
- TIFFCOM, Tokyo Port City Takeshiba Port Hall
- Speakers
-
Shimizu Akira (Director, The Association of Japanese Animations/President and
Representative Director, A-1 Pictures Inc.)
Fujitsu Ryota (Moderator/Programming Advisor, TIFF Animation section), and others
Transportation & Force Majeure
- The organizer accepts no responsibility if you are unable to reach the venue or arrive late due to severe weather, public transportation delays, or other unforeseen circumstances resulting in missed programs.
- Events may be modified, suspended, or canceled due to natural disasters, severe weather, or force majeure.
Entry & Venue Etiquette
- Minors must obtain consent from a parent or legal guardian prior to attending.
- Please manage your personal belongings and valuables carefully. The organizer assumes no responsibility for theft, loss, or pickpocketing within the venue.
- If you feel unwell or sustain an injury, please inform the nearest staff member or visit the Information Desk immediately.
- Behavior that causes inconvenience or discomfort to other attendees (such as cutting in line, changing clothes in restrooms/hallways, blocking pathways, or swinging objects around) is strictly prohibited. Dangerous items and weapons are not permitted inside the venue.
- Please follow all instructions provided by event staff. The organizer assumes no liability for accidents or disputes resulting from failure to follow staff directives. Attendees who fail to comply with staff instructions may be required to leave the venue.
Tickets, Goods & Resale Policy
- For all items obtained through this event—including admission tickets, vouchers, and limited merchandise—the following actions are strictly prohibited: reselling or transferring for profit, reselling above face value, and offering items to unspecified individuals via online auctions or social media. The organizer will not mediate any disputes between attendees regarding secondary sales.
Gifts & Performer Etiquette
- We are unable to accept any gifts, fan letters, or floral tributes (including standing arrangements and backstage flowers) for performers or guests. Please refrain from bringing or sending such items to the venue.
- Disruptive behavior directed toward performers, guests, other attendees, or neighboring facilities—such as waiting near entry/exit points, trailing performers, or gathering in public spaces—is strictly prohibited.
Photography, Recording & Media Notice
- Photography, video recording, and audio recording of stage performances are strictly prohibited for attendees, except where explicitly authorized. Violators may be required to delete recorded media and leave the venue.
- Official photography and media coverage (TV, press, and social media) will take place throughout the venue during the event. Attendees may appear in event photos, live broadcasts, or promotional media.
Program & Schedule Adjustments
- All stage programs, guest lineups, and schedules are subject to change or cancellation due to unavoidable circumstances. Please note that ticket refunds will not be issued in the event of program adjustments or cast changes.
- Title
- TOKYO ANIME NEXT
- Date
- October 30(Fri) – November 2(Mon), 2026
- Place
- Tokyo・Ikebukuro (TOKYO TATEMONO Brillia HALL etc.)
- Host by
- The Association of Japanese Animations
- Co-host by
- Tokyo Metropolitan Government
- Special Sponsor
- Toshima City
- Administrative
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