nimeJapan 2026 brings you many important announcements from the industry anime in one weekend. AnimeJapan 2026 is the place where new trailers, visuals, showtimes, cast additions, advanced season announcements, and movie and game updates will appear.
For those of you who want to see the full recap in one read, here's a summary of all the announcements that appeared at AnimeJapan 2026.
Anime HighlightsJapan 2026
Several titles immediately took center stage at AnimeJapan 2026. Mushoku Tensei Season 3 set the broadcast schedule on July 5, 2026 and released a new trailer. Blue Box Season 2 also announced a new trailer and airdate October 2026.
Another major franchise also brings important updates. OSHI NO KO confirmed to continue to Season 4. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End also officially got Season 3. Re:ZERO Season 4 showing the uncredited opening and preview of Episode 1, as well as revealing the total 19 episodes.
In the movie category, The Eminence in Shadow: Lost Echoes announces new trailer and release date 2027. Made in Abyss also sets the first movie of the theater series Awakening Mystery airs on October 23, 2026. Meanwhile, Sound! Euphonium, The Final Movie and The Irregulars at Magic High School THE MOVIE - Yotsuba Succession Arc - also brought new updates to the event stage.
Is the Order a Rabbit? Movie
Stage Is the Order a Rabbit? at AnimeJapan 2026 contained talk sessions with the main cast. The event “Would you like to order DJ Night? 2026 in SHIBUYA” was also announced and is scheduled to take place at May 30.
Mushoku Tensei Season 3
Mushoku Tensei Season 3 released a new trailer, new visuals, and an opening song by Yuiko Ohara. This season is scheduled to air from July 5, 2026, with Haruka Tomatsu and Tetsu Inada joining as additional cast members.
Blue Box Season 2
Blue Box Season 2 revealed a new visual teaser and trailer. The anime is scheduled to air on October 2026, and Studio Electric Circus was announced as the new studio for this season.
Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table
The title shared a new trailer and visuals for its 44th game titled Cloudy Beach. The broadcast schedule has been set at July 10, 2026.
My Hero Academia x Vigilantes
This crossover stage highlighted the celebration of 10 years anime My Hero Academia. In the same panel, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes is said to be heading into the final episode of Season 2.
Fist of the North Star
Fist of the North Star released an opening video without credits at AnimeJapan 2026. It was the main update of his appearance at the event.
Tetsuryo! Meet with Railroad Girls
The title revealed key visuals and a new trailer. Yukari Anzai and Fuka Izumi were also announced to join the cast.
Even a Replica Can Fall in Love
Even a Replica Can Fall in Love scheduled to air on April 7, 2026. Updates on AnimeJapan 2026 also include character introductions and key visual postcard distribution info.
Ascendance of a Bookworm: Adopted Daughter of an Archduke
Season 4 of Ascendance of a Bookworm released a new trailer and the opening song “Pages” from Little Glee Monster. This update is an important part of the continuation of the series.
Psyren
Psyren released new key visuals, updated character information, and confirmed the airing schedule on October 2026.
Sentenced to Be a Hero
This title officially gets Season 2. The announcement was one of the further updates that appeared on AnimeJapan 2026.
The Elusive Samurai
The Elusive Samurai revealed new visuals and a special trailer. These two materials are the main updates from the series' stage.
Now That We Draw
Now That We Draw released new key visuals. Studio ROLL2 was also announced as the animation studio for this adaptation.
Yaiba: Samurai Legend
Yaiba: Samurai Legend Season 2 revealed a visual teaser and a new trailer. The event summary doesn't add any other major details besides these two updates.
Dandelion
Netflix stage brings updates for anime adaptations Dandelion from Hideaki Sorachi's one-shot. New visuals and a new trailer are the highlights of this segment.
Hanaori-san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life
The title features new visuals, a new trailer, and eight additional cast members. The cast announcement is the biggest part of the updates the series has brought.
Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian
Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian shared a new main visual and ultra teaser trailer. Both are the latest updates for this title at AnimeJapan 2026.
Solo Leveling: KARMA
Solo Leveling: KARMA revealed a new teaser trailer at AnimeJapan 2026 that showcases the original story and gameplay footage. The game is set in Dimensional Gap, The movie, which follows Sung Jinwoo through his 27-year war against the Monarch, is scheduled for release in the second half of this year.
Black Torch
Black Torch scheduled to air from July 4, 2026. Toshiyuki Morikawa and Nobuhiko Okamoto also join the cast, filling the characters of Amagi and Koga respectively.
Inherit the Winds
Original anime Inherit the Winds released a new trailer and confirmed the air date January 2027. Nichika Omori was also announced as an additional cast member.
Reincarnated as a Sword Season 2
Reincarnated as a Sword Season 2 released the first trailer and confirmed an airdate of October 2026.
Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You
This title reveals a new trailer, key visuals, and theme song info. Zutomayo will perform the opening, while imase will perform the ending.
Kaiju Girl Caramelise
Kaiju Girl Caramelise released a new trailer and visuals that also showcase the main cast. This adaptation is one of the new titles that received attention at AnimeJapan 2026.
Magical Girl Lyrical NANOHA EXCEEDS Gun Blaze Vengeance
The title released a new trailer and confirmed Episode 1 will air on July 4, 2026.
Tenbin
Tenbin released the main trailer at AnimeJapan 2026.
I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World
I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World officially announced Season 2 with a new visual teaser. The panel also mentioned the TV special that will air at the end of March.
From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Season 2
From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Season 2 released a new trailer ahead of its airing on July 2026.
Magic Knight Rayearth
New anime project Magic Knight Rayearth revealed the first trailer, new visuals, and the main voice cast at AnimeJapan 2026. The anime was previously announced for July 2024 as part of the celebration of 30th anniversary franchise. This announcement is one of the big news from AnimeJapan 2026.
The main cast announced is Ayane Sakura as Hikaru Shidou, Rumi Okubo as Umi Ryuuzaki, and Rie Takahashi as Fuu Hououji.
Uchi no Otouto-domo ga Sumimasen
Uchi no Otouto-domo ga Sumimasen unveiled key visuals, a new trailer, and an air date on July 3, 2026.
A Tale of Secret Saint
A Tale of Secret Saint shared new visuals and announced four additional cast members. This update is the latest development of the adaptation.
The Saga of Tanya the Evil Season 2
The Saga of Tanya the Evil Season 2 released a new trailer, key visuals, voice cast, and showtimes on July 2026.
The Final-Boss Prince Is Somehow Obsessed with the Chubby Villainess: Reincarnated Me
This title released a teaser trailer at AnimeJapan 2026. The teaser was the main update of the series announcement.
STEEL BALL RUN JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
STEEL BALL RUN JoJo's Bizarre Adventure announced 2nd STAGE will be released on 2026. A new teaser trailer was also shown.
ONE PIECE: Elbaf Arc
ONE PIECE: Elbaf Arc announced a new opening song performed by AiNA THE END. Yuichi Nakamura is also confirmed to voice Loki.
While One Piece: Heroines scheduled to air on July 5, 2026.
OSHI NO KO
After Season 3 ended, OSHI NO KO officially proceeds to Season 4. The announcement was one of the biggest updates from AnimeJapan 2026.
Eminence in Shadow
The Eminence in Shadow: Lost Echoes released a new trailer and visuals, then confirmed a target airdate of 2027.
Kindergarten WARS
Kindergarten WARS revealed visual teasers, trailers, and three additional cast members. Its airdate is set for Spring 2027.
NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE
NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE released an anime version video for the song “INTERNET OVERDOSE”. The series is also set to air from April 5, 2026 and was produced by Yostar Pictures.
Re:ZERO
Re:ZERO Season 4 reveals creditless opening video and preview of Episode 1 ahead of the premiere on April 8, 2026. This season is also confirmed to consist of 19 episodes.
Opening song “Recollect” from Konomi Suzuki feat. Ashnikk was also performed live on the AnimeJapan 2026 stage.
Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When Drunk
Botan Kamiina Fully Blossoms When Drunk showed a preview of Episode 1 and announced the Blu-ray and DVD will be released on July 1. Merchandise of the series was also shown.
Romelia War Chronicle
Romelia War Chronicle released new visuals and announced Yuya Hirose, Sayaka Sembongi, Mariya Ise, and Asaka as additional cast members.
The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten
The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten Season 2 announced Marika Kono joining as Ayaka Kido. The first episode is scheduled to air on April 3, 2026.
You and I Are Polar Opposites
You and I Are Polar Opposites Season 2 scheduled to air on July 5, 2026. A new announcement trailer was also released.
The Irregular at Magic High School THE MOVIE - Yotsuba Succession Arc -
The movie released new visuals and a new trailer. The theme song for the movie will be performed by LiSA.
Heroine? Saint? No, I'm an All-Works Maid (And Proud of It)!
The title released a new trailer and announced Yoko Hikasa joining as Anne Marie Victirium. Its airdate is set for July 2026.
Victoria of Many Faces
Victoria of Many Faces released visual teasers, a new trailer, and confirmed the airdate for the new July 2026.
Farming Life in Another World
Farming Life in Another World revealed a new trailer, main visual, and six additional cast members. These were the main updates from the series announcement.
Let's Go Kaikigumi
Let's Go Kaikigumi released the first trailer and set an airdate for July 5, 2026. Mayumi Shintani was also announced to join as an additional cast member.
BAKI-DOU: The Invincible Samurai
BAKI-DOU: The Invincible Samurai Part 2 released new visuals and trailers. The series is also confirmed to be coming exclusively to Netflix.
The Barbarian's Bride
The Barbarian's Bride revealed a new trailer ahead of its premiere on April 9, 2026. The anime also adds Aki Toyosaki to the voice cast.
The anime was originally scheduled to air on October 2025, but was later postponed for improve its quality. This latest update was delivered on stage at AnimeJapan 2026 by Sayumi Suzushiro, Satoshi Inomata, Hana Hishikawa, and Aki Toyosaki.
Go for It, Nakamura-Kun!!!
Go for It, Nakamura-Kun!!! released an opening without credits at AnimeJapan 2026. That was the main update of his performance.
Sparks of Tomorrow
Sparks of Tomorrow from Kyoto Animation unveiled new key visuals, a new trailer, and an airdate on July 5, 2026. This title is also set to air exclusively on Netflix.
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend
Movie Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend released a teaser trailer and confirmed an air date of October 16, 2026.
Suikoden: The Anime
Suikoden: The Anime released new key visuals and announced eight additional cast members. This update is a major development for the anime adaptation.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End officially proceeds to Season 3 after Season 2 ended. This announcement was one of the major highlights at AnimeJapan 2026.
Tougen Anki
Tougen Anki announced a sequel TOUGEN ANKI: Nikko Kegon Falls Arc will air on October 2026. Two new casts were also announced.
Tokyo Revengers
Tokyo Revengers: War of the Three Titans Arc released a new trailer, set an airdate October 2026, and announced four additional casts.
Tune In to the Midnight Heart
Tune In to the Midnight Heart released a new visual teaser and trailer for the previously announced Season 2. The panel also brought the latest updates from the main cast.
Expelled from Paradise
Movie Expelled from Paradise revealed new key visuals and a new trailer. Its Japanese release date is set for November 13, 2026.
Dr. Stone Science Future
Dr. Stone Science Future revealed preview images and a trailer for Episode 25, which is also Episode 1 of Cour 3.
Disney Twisted-Wonderland
Disney Twisted-Wonderland announced two new cast members, Rielle Corallia (voiced by Shogo Sakamoto) and Minajael Tealrajah (voiced by Ryota Osaka).
CD Disney Twisted-Wonderland Character Song Collection also scheduled for release on August 26, 2026.
Made in Abyss
Made in Abyss released new visuals for the first movie in the theater series Awakening Mystery. The movie is scheduled to release in Japan on October 23, 2026.
Sound! Euphonium, The Final Movie
Sound! Euphonium, The Final Movie revealed the latest updates ahead of its airing on April 24, 2026. Information shared includes a CD cover jacket of the theme song “ToCoda” by TRUE and the original soundtrack. Melody across the Seasons.
That's a complete recap of all the announcements from AnimeJapan 2026. From continuing seasons, new adaptations, trailers, visuals, to movies that will air in 2026 and 2027, this event gave a great overview of the titles that will be talked about in the near future.
