“Doraemon: Nobita’s New Dinosaur” New visual has been released! A special 50th-anniversary video featuring all of the films in the series is also revealed

Voice actor Kaji Yuki and actor Suda Masaki along with 10 other people who who were able to fulfill their dream in various fields, send a message through the book "Life-changing' Doraemon' selection from adult Nobita with friends" that has been released by Shogakukan. In this book, "Life-changing' Doraemon' selection from adult Nobita with friends", according to the words by the original author, Fujiko Fujio, "I was" Nobita "when I was a kid," who looked back on his childhood, 10 people who have overcome the unrelenting and sensitive times and have grasped "dreams" and "rewards" select the "Doraemon" episodes that they want their adult children to read and give a message. In the main part, that begins with voice actor Kaji Yuki, he says "People grow by thinking and imagining what to think about someone.", actor Masaki Sudasaid"We have to create a world with dreams because there are no dreams in this world.", it continues with art group teamLab representative Inoko Toshiyuki, e-sports player Umehara Daigo, picture book writer Tatsuya Kameyama (tupera tupera), professional rugby player Tamura Yu, novelist Tsujimura Mitsuki, pastry-cook Nakashima Shiho, YouTuber Ten adults, including Hana (Hanao Dengan) and astronaut Mukai Chiaki. It contains 10 stories selected by each person and +1 story with a special message, and while mixing them, carefully talks about the life they have walked and "what is necessary to make your dreams come true". "Life-changing' Doraemon' selection from adult Nobita with friends" is currently on sale for 1,400 JPY (excluding tax).

"Doraemon" has reached its 50th anniversary. To celebrate this along with his birthday (Sep. 3), it has been decided that "50 Shuunen Dayo! Doraemon Tanjoubi Special!" (50th anniversary! Doraemon Birthday Special!) will be broadcast on Sep. 5. Hoshino Gen, who is currently singing the main theme of Doraemon, will be appearing in the birthday special, and there will be a new anime adaption of "Nobita's Dinosaur". In "50 Shuunen Dayo! Doraemon Tanjoubi Special!", Hoshino Gen, who sings "Doraemon" the current opening theme song of the TV series, will be making a special appearance. He will choose his favorite episodes to celebrate Doraemon's birthday, and one of them will become recreated as a new anime. The episode that Hoshino selected was "Ultra Mixer", the story where a huge commotion breaks out over the secret tool, the Ultra Mixer, which mixes two things into one. Why is this story his favorite? This is the chance to hear his memorable episode. Also, the birthday special will have a new anime adaption of "Nobita's Dinosaur", the starting point of the "Doraemon" movie series, to celebrate Doraemon's 50th anniversary. It is a short story, which has been adapted into a film twice, 1980 and 2006. Piisuke will be voiced by Hisano Misaki, who is well known for her roles in titles such as "The Seven Deadly Sins" and "March Comes In Like a Lion". We have received comments from her on her taking part. The special also includes the episode chosen by the "Doraemon freak", Takahashi Chisako, and a quiz related to Gian, her favorite character. "50 Shuunen Dayo! Doraemon Tanjoubi Special!" will be broadcast from 4:00 p.m. on Sep. 5. Comments Hoshino Gen ――What are your memories of Doraemon? What I remember most are the feature films. Of course, I went to the theaters, and I was always looking forward to my parents taking me to the video rental store on weekends. Watching the videos (borrowed at the rental store) on weekends was like a custom. I also watched "Doraemon" (the TV series) every week and read the mangas. Doraemon was a part of my life, and it felt like he was right there with me. Takashima Chisako ――How were you introduced to Doraemon? I was introduced to "Doraemon" when I was in 2nd grade. I went for a sleepover at my friend Rika-chan's place, and I couldn't go to sleep. So she gave me "Doraemon" (the manga) to read. It was the first time I read "Doraemon", and it kept me awake until the morning. Since then, I've been fascinated by "Doraemon". Hisano Misaki ――This is the 50th anniversary year of Doraemon. How did you feel when you were offered to take part in the birthday special of such a special yea? It was such a treat!! I've grown up with Doraemon since I was little, so it made me very happy to be able to celebrate his birthday with him. ――What did you keep in mind when playing Piisuke? And was there anything you felt during the recording? I had seen "Nobita's Dinosaur 2006" before, so I knew about Piisuke. I didn't expect to play him, so it surprised me, and also made me happy. At the same time, I felt the pressure of taking on the role, since it's a popular story among the Doraemon fans. The day before the post-recordings, I re-watched the film to understand Piisuke's feelings. I was so nervous that I didn't get much sleep, but once the recordings started, I was able to get into the world of Doraemon, thanks to Doraemon, Nobita, and all the cast members. Even if I didn't understand something, the staff members directed me in a way that helped me build up Piisuke with care and sincerity. ――How was it working with the Doraemon voice cast? We were recording our voices at the same time in separate booths in order to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus, so I heard the cast members' voices through the headphones. I was flattered to hear the voices I always hear from the TV! After the recording, Mizuta Wasabi-san, who voices Doraemon, came to see me in the lobby and kindly said to me, "Piisuke was wonderful." I wasn't sure if I was ding it right, so Mizuta-san's words were very comforting! ――What is Doraemon to you? I've been watching the anime since I was little, and I often sang "Boku Doraemon" with my friends. But the "Honwaka Pappa" in the lyrics was a bit too difficult for me, haha. I instead sang, "Doraemon, Doraemon, Honwawa Wawwa, Honwawa Wawwa," haha. ――Is there anything you would like to say to the viewers? This story will remind you of how important it is to be able to be with your friends and family without thinking about it. I hope the story will help you realize how important your friends and the time you spend with them are, and everyone can live a happy life. (C)Fujiko Pro, Shogakukan, TV Asahi, Shinei, ADK

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the manga "Doraemon", the collaboration T-shirts under Uniqlo's Graphic T-shirt brand "UT", will be on sale. The collection is filled with the world of "Doraemon" as the design includes linkage to the 50th-anniversary movie "STAND BY ME Doraemon 2", nostalgic characters, and Doraemon's Gadgets. As there is a pair design for adults and children, a family can enjoy wearing it together. "Doraemon UT" will be on sale on Jun. 26, 2020 on Japan nationwide Uniqlo store and Uniqlo online store. Men T-shirts (8 designs in total) are priced at 1,500 JPY (tax excluded) while Kids T-shirts (6 designs in total) are priced at 990 JPY (tax excluded). For those who purchase via the online store between Jun. 25 and Jul. 23, the order will be delivered in a "Doraemon UT" original box. This original box has a special design as it filled with the famous line of "Doraemon". （C）Fujiko-Pro

"Weekly Shounen Sunday" has an ongoing collaboration with "Doraemon". Doraemon will make a secret appearance in the 18 current serialized work on "Weekly Shounen Sunday" Vol. 15 that is on sale from Mar. 11, 2020. At the same time, it will also contain the short story "Doraemon: Nobita's Dinosaur". As a commemoration plan for Doraemon's 50th anniversary, a special plan is being held which involves Doraemon hijacking the cover page of Shogakukan's 50 magazines. However, in the case of the "Weekly Shounen Sunday", not only will Doraemon appear on the cover page, but he will also make a secret appearance in the 18 currently serialized works as well. As there is some super hard mode in locating him, so do challenge yourself by searching for him while reading the works. Moreover, the short story "Doraemon: Nobita's Dinosaur" that was purposely written for 1975's "Shounen Sunday Extra Edition", will appear again since 45 years ago. As the new movie "Doraemon: Nobita's Dinosaur" will be screened soon, do take his chance and enjoy Doraemon in "Sunday" magazine. "Weekly Shounen Sunday" Vol. 15 is priced at 320 JPY (tax included). It will be on store in the nationwide bookstore from Mar. 11. （C）Fujita Kazuhiro／Shogakukan （C）Kumanomata Kagiji ／Shogakukan （C）Fujiko-Pro （C）Shogakukan Inc. 2020 All rights reserved.

A Trailer of the film "BEM The Movie ~BECOME HUMAN~" (premiering on Oct. 2, 2020) has been released. Burgess, the character voiced by Miyata Toshiya from "Kis-My-Ft2", appears in the trailer, and you can take a glimpse of his voice acting debut. This movie released under the "BEM" anime series that had been broadcast in 2019 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of "Humanoid Monster Bem". It keeps the setting and message of the original work while introducing a completely new interpretation and changing the setting of the characters and stage. The trailer features the conversation of "Burgess", the character voiced by Miyata Toshiya from "Kis-My-Ft2" and "Belum". It depicts "Belum", who looks completely like "Bem", with his wife and two children, going to work at the pharmaceutical company "Draco Chemicals". How did Bem, who strongly wanted to live as a human, come to live a happy life as a human? The trailer will build up your expectations for the film. "BEM The Movie ~BECOME HUMAN~" will be released on Oct. 2, 2020. (c)ADK EM / BEM The Movie Production Committee

A special prize for the 6th week's visitors to the currently broadcast movie "Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel III. spring song" has been announced. It will be distributed from Sep. 19. "Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel III. spring song" is originally a visual novel game titled "Fate/stay night", which story depicts the powerful "Holy Grail", a machine that realizes the wish of the person who owns it. The final route "Heaven's Feel" (a.k.a. Sakura Route) of the movie trilogy will finally conclude in this work. The special prize for the 6th week's visitors will be a "35mm film frame", which is going to feature every single scene from the movie. Let's open it to find out which scene will be yours! It will be distributed in a limited quantity on a first-come-first-served basis. "Fate/stay night: Heaven's Feel III. spring song" is currently being released in theaters all over Japan. (C) TYPE-MOON, ufotable, FSNPC

"Looking for Magical Doremi" will be released on Nov. 13 in commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the anime "Ojamajo Doremi", and "Pi-rika Pirilala♪Ojamajo Doremi Memorial Exhibition" will be held at Toei Kyoto Studio Park from Oct. 10 to Dec. 20 to celebrate its release. "Pi-rika Pirilala♪Ojamajo Doremi Memorial Exhibition" is an event to look back on the series through a panel exhibition, goods, and collaboration menus. The series had continued for four years from 1999, including "Ojamajo Doremi", "Ojamajo Doremi#", "Motto! Ojamajo Doremi", and "Ojamajo Doremi Dokkan! " At the venue, the life-sized event original illustrations will welcome you. There is also a photo spot, where you can take photos with Doremi-chan and her friends in witch costumes from each series. Doremi's original voice will lead you to MAHO-Do. The panel exhibition features MAHO-Do, which is decorated differently in each series, and you can look back on the four years of Doremi and her friends by taking a look at the still shots of famous scenes and documents. There also are toys that you might have had to remind you of those days, and quizes that "Ojamajo Doremi" generation would know the answer. You can enjoy them even if your not a hard-core fan. In addition, there will be a variety of cute goods on-sale including "Swing Acrylic Key Chain", "Hair Scrunchie & Pouch", and "Tea", which feature traditional craft in Kyoto and original illustrations. It will also be great to bring back memories of the episodes by having photogenic sweets or other menu such as "Milkshake in Hana-chan's Baby Bottle", "Doremi-chan's Hat", and "Peperutoporon Ice Cream" at the restaurant. "Pi-rika Pirilala♪Ojamajo Doremi Memorial Exhibition" will be held at Toei Kyoto Studio Park from Oct. 10 to Dec. 20. Entrance fee will be needed. Please check out the event official website for more detailed information. (C)Toei, Toei Animation

"Violet Evergarden: The Movie" will be released on Sept. 18, 2020. The story that connects the hearts of people all over the world finally comes to the finale. The main character, Violet Evergarden (CV: Ishikawa Yui), is an Auto Memory Dolls that writes letters. In the world where the war has just ended, people's feelings are transcribed and carried as letters. Violet is constantly nominated as an excellent doll, but at first, she couldn't even write a short letter. Let's look back on the growth of Violet drawn through all 13 episodes of the TV series, paying attention to the contents of the letters. ■From military personnel to Auto Memory Dolls The first part of the TV series is focused on the process of Violet becoming an Auto Memory Doll. Violet has lived as an emotionless military tool since her childhood. However, during the war, she lost both arms and her superior, Major Gilbert Bougainvillea (CV: Namikawa Daisuke), and her life changed completely. Former army Lieutenant Claudia Hodgins (CV: Koyasu Takehito) started working as a deliveryman at the CH Postal Company and became interested in the work of automatic dolls that he happened to see. The reason is that he heard the same words "I love you" left by major Gilbert. Maybe, if you become an Auto Memory Doll, you will be able to understand the meaning of "I love you." For the first time, Violet chooses her own life and aspires to be an Auto Memory Doll. In the second episode, there is a scene where Violet writes a letter for the first time. The client is a woman who wants to reply to the man who applied for dating. However, to not be considered as an simple minded and porky woman, she ordered a letter to test the sincerity of the man. Violet writes a letter exactly as the client says to her. But she sent a formal and direct letter, which made the client sad, "I don't like it this way, and there is no sincerity and affection." ■Expose the feelings in written words How should a "Good Doll" write a letter? Violet learns through a number of ghostwriters. Violetdecided to attend an Auto Memory Dolls' training school in the third episode. In the letter-writing class, she writes letters in a pair with Luculia (CV: Tadokoro Azusa). Luculia didn't know how to say thank you to her parents, but Violet summarized the words as they were. "It's been a long time since you've been writing these letters, but you have nothing to convey," the instructor tells Violet, who wrote a sentence like a report. "A good doll scoops up the true heart you want to convey from the words people speak." After that, Violet learned that Luculia couldn't express her true feelings toward her brother, who is her only family. Violet sent a short letter to a former military brother who regrets not being able to protect his parents from the war, saying, "My brother, I'm glad you're alive. Thank you." It was the first letter that Violet wrote by scooping up the thoughts hidden in words. In episodes 4-7, she goes to the client and writes a letter. Violet realizes that letters can convey feelings that cannot be directly said, so she could takepride in the work of Auto Memory Dolls. There was also a scene where she sympathized with the client's feelings and shed tears and finally became able to get a glimpse of humanity. ■What you can do in a letter Violet has begun to work as an Auto Memory Doll, but the fact that she killed many people during the war has not disappeared. In episodes 8 and 9, she was worried that she wasn't qualified to write a letter, but still chose to live as an Auto Memory Doll. By interacting with the client in episodes 10 and 11, she learned that letters are a way to convey our thoughts over time. Violet works for a sick mother who wrote to her future daughter and a dying soldier wanted to send it to his family and childhood friends. Now she can write sentences that convey human warmth, such as, "Mom will always love Anne." However, both clients die shortly after the ghostwriting. Feeling that she had done all she could do, Violet shed tears as if she could do nothing. ■Feelings she wants to convey to major Gilbert Violet has written many letters, but there are still some that she cannot write. It is her feelings for Major Gilbert. In episodes 12 and 13, Violet is involved in a conspiracy created by opposition to peace. She tries to cooperate with the train escort to protect her boss Cattleya (CV: Endo Aya) who is heading for the peace signing ceremony. However, Major Gilbert's older brother said, "It's still a tool that I just want orders for." Violet, who was worried but decided to "get through the predicament without killing anyone", removes the bomb set by the opposition of peace and protects the train. After the signing ceremony, the air festival, which delivers letters from the sky by plane, was approaching, and the postal company entered a busy period of ghostwriting. In a situation similar to the ghostwriting of the second episode, there is a scene where Violet's letters are changing. A client came to ask her to write a letter to his son who died in the war. "My son will never come back," he said with desperation, and Violet sympathized with, "I understand." Then she wrote a letter saying, "Thank you for being born as our child," and it's what the client wanted to say. Violet tries to write a letter to Major Gilbert for the air show. However, she couldn't come up with what she wanted to say and just worried until the deadline. Meanwhile, after Major Gilbert's mother said, "My child is alive, in my heart. And I will never forget him. Because I still love him", she becomesmoved and started writing letters... She concluded by writing that she could not understand the feelings of the Major at first, that she could understand the feelings of others through a ghostwriter, and that she believed that he was still alive somewhere. "I want to tell you that I want to see you again. Now I've started to understand what 'I love you' means", she said. Violet has begun to understand the meaning of "I love you", which is the purpose of becoming an Auto Memory Doll. You will be able to feel the growth from the text of the emotional letter. ■What feelings are in the movie's letter Violet knows people's hearts and can express their thoughts in letters. In the movie, she receives a request from the boy Julis. Furthermore, in the preview video, there is a scene that is advised to forget about Major Gilbert. However, Violet answers straight, "I can't forget," and makes her own choice. What feelings will Violet put in letters? Please check the answer at the movie theater. (C) Akatsuki Kana/ Kyoto Animation / Violet Evergarden Production Committee