September 15, 2020 By: Akebono Mine (Translated by Porew & NN ), 306 views

"Violet Evergarden: The Movie" Original Short Story Novel will be given as a novelty!

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It has been decided that the limited quantity “Original Short Story Novel by the author Akatsuki Kana” (3 types) will be randomly given as a novelty for the audiences of “Violet Evergarden: The Movie” (will release on Sep. 18, 2020). The cover and insert illustrations are illustrated by the character designer and art director, Takase Akiko.

The TV anime of “Violet Evergarden” has been broadcast in 2018. It has become a hot topic as the work's setting is overflowing with feelings and it portrays the delicate sentimental feelings of the characters. In Sep. 2019, the side story “Violet Evergarden Side Story: Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll” was released on the theatre for three weeks only and the finale for this series, “Violet Evergarden: The Movie” will be released nationwide on Sep. 18, 2020.

It was decided that the “Original Short Story Novel by the author Akatsuki Kana” will be given as the novelty for the audiences. The novels are “Benedict Blue's Violet”, “Oscar's Little Angel”, and “Violet Evergarden IF”. The cover and insert illustrations are illustrated by the character designer and art director, Takase Akiko. The novel will be given randomly in the theatres, and the quantity is limited.

“Violet Evergarden: The Movie” will be released nationwide on Sep. 18, 2020.

（C）Akatsuki Kane, Kyoto Animation／Violet Evergaren Production Commitee

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"Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid S" Broadcast in 2021! The Dragon Girls Make the Letter "S"! But What Does "S" Mean...?

It has been decided that "Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid S", the 2nd season of the interspecies exchange comedy between dragon girls and humans "Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid", will be broadcast in 2021. The teaser visual has been released along with this announcement. "Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid" is based on the manga serialized in "Monthly Action" by Coolkyoushinjya. It is an inhuman every-day-life comedy of the lonely office lady and the incompetent dragon maids. This will be the 2nd season of the TV anime, following the 1st season in 2017. In the cute teaser visual, you can see the dragon girls Tohru, Kanna, Elma, and Lucoa making an "S" with their hands. The "S" in the title stands for the "Super Supreme Second life Starting", raising the expectations of further information about the anime. Also, it has been decided that Kyoto Animation will be working on the animation, just as they did in the 1st season. The TV anime "Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid S" is scheduled to start in 2021. Further details will be announced later. (C)Coolkyoushinjya, Futabasha / Dragon Life Improvement Committee

An announcement the the new movie release date for the movie "Violet Evergarden" will be Sep. 202, has been published

The new release date of "Movie Version Violet Evergarden", which had announced a postponement of its release in Apr. 2020, was moved to Sep. 18, 2020. At the same time, a promo of this work was also released. Comments from the production committee, about the decision on the release date, have been revealed, "We hope you will join us and enjoy the work when it's open to the public. Thank you for your cooperation." A trailer, which was also released, shows the figure of Violet Evergarden, who continues to write in a world where there is no important person. The "Movie Version Violet Evergarden" will be released on Sep. 18, 2020. (C) Akatsuki Kana/Kyoto Animation/Violet Evergarden Production Committee

"Violet Evergarden The Movie" has been postponed due to the spread of the coronavirus. Comments are released on the official website

It was announced that the release of "Violet Evergarden The Movie", which was scheduled to premiere on Apr. 24, 2020, has been postponed. On the official website, it explains the reason for the postponement, saying, "In response to the announcement by the Japanese government in connection with the spread of the new coronavirus," and also apologizes by adding, "We sincerely apologize to everyone who was looking forward to the release of the film". "Violet Evergarden" is originally a light novel of the same name published by Kyoto Animation under the label "KA Esuma Bunko". The story features the protagonist Violet Evergarden, an ex-military girl who works as a ghostwriter, along with various human relationships. Previously, the TV series was broadcasted from Jan. to Apr. 2018, the spin-off "Violet Evergarden: Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll" premiered in Sep. 2019, and the complete new film, "Violet Evergarden The Movie" was scheduled to premiere on Apr. 24. On the official website, the reason for the postponement of the film's release has been explained: "The film is almost complete and in the process of being released, but after receiving the announcement by the Japanese government in connection with the spread of the new coronavirus in Japan, we have decided to postpone the release date after careful consideration". An apology follows by saying, "We would like to apologize to everyone who was looking forward to the release of the film", and also a message to the fans was added, "We are very sorry for the inconvenience we have caused for giving the notice just before the release date, but the entire staff has created this work with extraordinary care. We hope you will join us and watch the movie as soon as it will come out". The new release date has yet to be announced. Stay tuned for it! (C) Akatsuki Kana, Kyoto Animation / Violet Evergarden Production Committee

"The Movie Violet Evergarden" A message from Director Ishidate has arrived ... "I hope "I love you" could mean something to everyone"

The second key visual of "The Movie Violet Evergarden" (to be released on Apr. 24, 2020), as well as a summary of a new story that happens to Violet, has been released. At the same time, an official interview with Ishidate Taichi has arrived. "The Movie Violet Evergarden" is a completely new movie of "Violet Evergarden," a TV anime broadcast in 2018. Violet Evergarden engaged herself in amanuensis. She believed that Gilbert was alive after the end of the war and spent her days just thinking of him. One day, Violet happens to meet Captain Dietfried. He said that she should forget Gilbert anymore, but she simply answered straight away, "I can't forget him." At that time, there was a request call for Violet. The client is a boy named Julis. On the other hand, one unknown letter was found in the postal warehouse…… "The Movie Violet Evergarden" will be released on Apr. 24, 2020. This time, the third movie tickets will also be released from Mar. 20, and the TV series will be rebroadcast from Apr. 1. Furthermore, an official Instagram account has been opened. <The full text of the interview below> ──First of all, what did you think when you heard about "The Movie Violet Evergarden"? Then, what did you aim for in "the movie"? At first, I thought, "What should I do? Can I draw something?" And then, I ended up with an idea of drawing up the life of a woman called Violet Evergarden, and I thought I should aim for it. From there, I talked to the screenwriter Yoshida Reiko that I wanted to draw Gilbert as a human being. ──Are there any difficulties that you were particular about? I was particular about "not compromising". The hard part was checking the "Layout" process. ──What kind of part do you want us to see especially? Everything: People, life, nature that lives in the world. I'll be happy if you receive everything. I hope that it will reach even those who haven't watched the original or TV anime, or those who are new to Violet in "the movie". I hope even those could enjoy what I made. ──The “Violet Evergarden” series is very popular not only in Japan but also overseas. What do you think is the reason? Violet, the heroine who tries to face a common but universal theme, "love" without prejudice. Perhaps, because she reminds people who watched of reliving “love” that they experienced from childhood till now, and the feelings and thoughts along with it through naive herself. I don't think nationality matters. ──Finally, please give a message to everyone around the world who has been awaiting “The Movie Violet Evergarden”. We've been trying to produce what we can do to the full extent as Kyoto animation now. If you could see the consequence of Violet's "I love you", I hope that her "I love you" could mean something to you. I'm feeling very happy. (C) Akatsuki Kana / Kyoto Animation / Violet Evergarden Production Committee

AUTUMN 2020

What theme song of fall of 2020 anime titles do you like the most? [ED Ver.] 2nd place goes to "Hypnosis-Mic", and 1st place... "Jujutsu Kaisen"at top of the list like in [OP Ver.]

It has been one month since the fall 2020 anime season started. Not only the main story of TV anime but also the theme songs that show the world of the title in 1 minute 30 seconds attract a lot of attention. Since many anime titles have been released during the fall of 2020, we have a wider variety of songs than usual. Which theme song among that variety caught the hearts of fans? Here, at Anime! Anime!, we conducted a reader survey entitled "Which song among the theme songs of the fall 2020 anime titles do you like the most?" We received responses from 253 people during the survey period from November 3 to November 10. The male-female ratio is about 40% for males and about 60% for females. About 50% of the age group were minors, and about 25% were in their 20s. This time, we will announce the results for ED. ■ "Jujutsu Kaisen" is topping the list of OP and ED! 1st place 1st place goes to "LOST IN PARADISE feat. AKLO" by AKI from "Jujutsu Kaisen" with an approval rating of about 10%. Many readers explained the reason behind their votes as a good matching of song and anime, "The pop-song fits well with the main characters resting on their day off", "I like the touch of characters' everyday life pictures. It is so cool, I could watch anime just for ED", and "The characters' dance matches to the song really well! I can watch it forever!" 2nd place 2nd place goes to "Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle - Rhyme Anima" with an approval rating of about 9%. Readers seem to enjoy the differences of each of the versions, "Passionate lyrics make you feel deep bonds between members of the division", "It is interesting how each division has its own individuality", and "They are all way too cool." 3rd place Some readers pointed out often appearances of the band, "You can't talk about 'Haikyu!!' without SPYAIR. It was their first ED, although before the band was in charge of three OPs, and I think they are essential music for this title. Great lyrics, inspired by the story, and music that makes you dance are the best combination!". Many readers liked ED's performance, "The highlights of this week are the best. I also like the moments from previous matches." Moreover, in the men vote only, 1st place went to "Is the Order a Rabbit?", 2nd place to "Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club", 3rd place is shared between "Mr. Osomatsu (season 3), and "Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear", and for women votes only 1st place goes to "Jujutsu Kaisen" and 2nd to "Haikyu!! To the Top 2nd Cool", and 3rd place to "Hypnosis-Mic". About "Nakayoshi! ○! Nakayoshi!" by Chimame-tai from "Is the order a rabbit?", "Chimame-tai cute as always at BLOOM", and "I can feel the growth of the Chimame-tai trio, and now it seems more like parents view". About "NEO SKY, NEO MAP!" by Nijigasaki High School Idol Club from "Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club", "I think this song is the best, because the nine idols sing the best song that makes me cry.", and "The ED animation with a gentle hand-painted touch is wonderful." About "Max Charm Faces ~ She is the best !!!!!! ~" by Shuta Sueyoshi with Totoko Nya & Matsuno family 6 brothers from "Mr. Osomatsu", "Totoko and Meow are very cute! It's fun to watch! " About "Anone" by Yuna (CV: Kawase Maki) from "Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear", "The moment of" Ane, Ane " is so cute, I can't stop repeating it." ■Let's introduce other comments!! About "WOW WAR TONIGHT ~ Occasionally wake up movement ~" by Amano Airi (CV: Mizuki Nana) and Himekamiv (CV: Raychell) from "D4DJ First Mix", "I was surprised to hear the cover of a classic song from the 90s", and "Maho-chan, who is dancing alone in the ED anime, was cute!" About "Beside you" by Kito Akari from "Adachi and Shimamura", "This song conveys Adachi's feelings for Shimamura played by Kito", and "OP is also sung under the name of "Adachi and Shimamura", but you can see the different charm of Kito-san." About "ALPHA" by STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION from "Moriarty the Patriot", "You can enjoy various aspects such as the smiley moments when the three young Moriarty brothers are painting and being covered with paint, and the cool place where their figures are wet with water. I like the intro more than anything else!" ■ Ranking Top 20 "What song theme song of fall of 2020 anime titles do you like the most? [ED Ver.]" 1st place "Jujutsu Kaisen" 2nd place "Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle - Rhyme Anima" 3rd place "Haikyu!! To the Top 2nd Cool" 4th place "Mr. Osomatsu (season 3)" 5th place "Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club" 6th place "IDOLiSH7: Second Beat!" 7th place "Is the Order a Rabbit?" 8th place "Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina" 9th place "Assault Lily" 10th place "Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear" 10th place "D4DJ First Mix" 10th place "Adachi and Shimamura" 10th place "Moriarty the Patriot" 14th place "The Day I Became God" 15th place "Fly Me to the Moon" 15th place "Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon " 15th place "Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle" 18th place "Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World" 18th place "Golden Kamuy (season 3)" 18th place "Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? III" 18th place "Warlords of Sigrdrifa" (Survey period: November 3, 2020 to November 10, 2020)

Which song among the theme songs of the fall 2020 anime titles do you like the most? In "OP ver." 2nd place is shared between "Hypnosis Mic" and "Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle", and 1st place... Top-work of "new recommendation" anime ranking!

It's been one month since the fall 2020 anime season has been started. Not only the main story of TV anime but also the theme songs that shows the world of the title in 1 minute 30 seconds attract a lot of attention. Since many anime titles have been released during the fall of 2020, we have a wider variety of songs than usual. Which theme song among that variety caught the hearts of fans? Here, at Anime! Anime!, we conducted a reader survey entitled "Which song among the theme songs of the fall 2020 anime titles you like the most?" We received responses from 253 people during the survey period from November 3 to November 10. The male-female ratio is about 40% for males and about 60% for females. About 50% of the age group were minors, and about 25% were in their 20s. First announced results will be about OP themes. ■ A collection of theme songs that match the title's world view! 1st place 1st place goes to "Kaikai Kitan" by Eve from "Jujutsu Kaisen". The approval rating is about 11%. Readers commented, "The song and lyrics are refreshing and dark, and it suits to 'Jujutsu Kaisen'", and "The lyrics and content match, and so I started to like it even more." There are also were explanations why OP becomes so popular. There were comments like, "The anime and the song matched, and it is so cool", "The most fashionable opening of this season!", and "I watch it all every time." 2nd place 2nd place is shared between "Hypnosis Mi - Rhyme Anima-" by All Stars from "Hypnosis Mic-Divison Rap Battle - Rhyme Anima" and "Kaimin! Anmin! Syalist Seikatsu" by Princess Syalis (CV: Minase Inori) from "Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle". The approval rating is about 8%. About "Hypnosis Mic", many fans pointed out captivating rap, "Fast rap of 12 people is incredible! Such great singing... Voice actors are just amazing!", and "I was impressed when I saw it in the introductory video. There is a sense of speed, and it is a cool gathering of gorgeous voice actors! I listen it so many times." Video fulfilled with a sense of speed is also popular, "Running feeling is comfortable, and all characters gathered together is the best!" Many comments about "Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle" said, "Minase Inori as Princess Syalis sounds very cute." Especially, there are many comments about how highly addictive the song is, "The interlude of "non-REM sleep" is very addictive, it sticks in your brain every day", and some readers even said, "I could listen to it infinitely". Moreover, "Assault Lily" and "Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle" ate topping the list with the same number of men votes only. 3rd place is shared among 4 titles, "Mr. Osomatsu (3rd season)", "Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club", "Jujutsu Kaisen", and "Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina". For women votes only, "Jujutsu Kaisen" is topping the list, while "Hypnosis Mic" goes 2nd. 3rd place is shared between "Haikyu!! To the Top 2nd Cool" and "Moriarty the Patriot" with the same number of votes. About "Sacred world" by RAISE A SUILEN from "Assault Lily", "It is "insanely cool, and it matches the OP video in the best possible way", and "I love the good nostalgic sense of anime songs". About "nice to NEET you!" by AOP from "Mr. Oomatsu", "I like the lyrics that express my exact feelings about unwilling go to work," and "There is a strong feeling of useless people." About "Niijiro Passions" by Nijigasaki High School Idol Club from "Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club", "A bright song that fits for school idola. It's nice to start feeling joy before the anime starts." About "Literature" by Ueda Reina from "Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina", "It's so sad that I cry whenever I listen to fully, but I thought it was the best song, this somehow warm song is the best one", and "Ueda-san's clear voice matches the lyrics and the atmosphere of the witch's journey, and I really like it." About "Toppako" by SUPER BEAVERs from "Haikyuu!!", "Not only it fits the world of "Haikyu !!", but it also inspires and supports you while you listening.", and "It rises tensions before the game starts." About "DYING WISH" by Hatanaka Tasuku from "Moriarty the Patriot" we received comments like, "It's a little off for the original, but you can feel the sexy atmosphere", and "Fast and stylish! I'm also wondering if Hatanaka Tasuku, who is singing it, will appear in the work!" ■ Ranking Top 20 "Which song among the theme songs of the fall 2020 anime titles you like the most? OP Ver." 1st place "Jujutsu Kaisen" 2nd place "Hypnosis Mic-Divison Rap Battle - Rhyme Anima" 2nd place "Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle" 4th place "Mr. Osomatsu (3rd season)" 5th place "Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club" 6th place "Haikyuu!! To the Top 2nd Cool" 7th place "Moriarty the Patriot" 8th place "IDOLiSH7: Second Beat! " 8th place "Assault Lily" 8th place "Is the Order a Rabbit?" 8th place "The Day I Became a God" 8th place "Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina" 13th place "Fly Me to the Moon" 14th place "Adachi and Shimamura" 15th place "Warlords of Sigrdrifa" 16th place "Golden Kamuy (3rd season)" 16th place "The Gymnastics Samurai" 16th place "Munou na Nana" 19th place "Akudama Drive" 19th place "Fire Force 2nd Cool" 19th place "Tsukiuta. The Animation 2 ” 19th place "D4DJ First Mix" 19th place "The Irregular at Magic High School: Visitor Arc" (Survey period: November 3, 2020 to November 10, 2020)

What anime among titles of fall of 2020 would you recommend "now"?? 2nd place went to "The Day I Became a God" and "Hypnosis Mic", and 1st to...

Here at Anime!Anime!, we conducted a readers' survey titled, 'What anime among titles of fall of 2020 would you recommend "now"?"?' We will now announce the results.

'Is the Order a Rabbit?' 'Magic High School' 'Hypnosis Mic' Don't miss the trend! The titles that have been released in the fall of 2020 will be streamed

The titles that have been released from Oct. 2020 on 'ABEMA' will be streamed from Nov. 11 to 22, 2020. A total of 16 titles will be streamed, including "Is the Order a Rabbit? BLOOM", "The Irregular at Magic High School Visitor Arc.", "Mr. Osomatsu" The 3rd Season, "Jujutsu Kaisen", and "Hypnosis Mic: Division Rap Battle" Rhyme Anima. It will be a great opportunity for you to catch up with the latest anime titles and episodes. Please check it out.

KYOTO ANIMATION

More than 1.2 million fans came the theaters to watch "Violet Evergarden the Movie"! Box-office revenue is 170 million JPY

"Violet Evergarden the Movie" has marked 1.2 million guests on Nov. 8, and the box-office revenue was 170 million JPY. "Violet Evergarden" is the TV anime series broadcast from Kyoto Animation in 2018. It gained strong support for its emotional view of the world and the delicate presentation of the characters. The spin-off story "Violet Evergarden-Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll" was released only for 3 weeks period. The final episode of the series "Violet Evergarden the Movie" was released on Sept. 18, 2020. The movie "Violet Evergarden the Movie" has marked 1,232458 visitors on Nov. 8, and marked the box-office revenue of 1,755,658,600 JPY. Moreover, it continues to rank in the top 10 for the number of visitors although 8 weeks have passed since its release. From Nov. 13, the special gift "A letter of Ecarte Island" will be given to the visitors. Also, this movie will be shown with Dolby Cinema technology for the first time for an animated movie. The movie "Violet Evergarden the Movie" is now available at the cinemas around the world. (C) Akatsuki Kana, Kyoto Animation/ Violet Evergarden Production Committee

Fans from all over the world are delighted with the decision to release the "Tsurune" movie by Kyoto Animation! "Even if I die, I'll not regret it!"

Kyoto Animation's Archery Anime "Tsurune" Receives a Film Adaptation! Announced in the 2nd-Anniversary Special Video of the TV Series

Kyoto Animation's anime "Tsurune" receives a film adaptation. It was announced in the 2nd-anniversary special video of the TV series. "Tsurune" is a Japanese archery anime produced by Kyoto Animation, and was broadcast on NHK General TV in autumn 2018. In the last half of the video, the words "To hear that sound again...!", and "Restart!" appeared, and with a powerful visual of the protagonist, Minato, the production of the film adaptation was announced. Information such as the release date is yet to be announced. Let's look forward to further details. (C)Ayano Kotoko, Kyoto Animation / Tsurune Production Committee

"Violet Evergarden: the Movie" Starts Off With a Smash Hit of Over 390,000 Audiences! Fans Posted on Social Media, "I burst into tears in the first 5 minutes"

"Violet Evergarden: the Movie" was released on Sep. 18. It started off with a smash hit of over 390,000 audiences and a box-office revenue of 559 million JPY in the first 5 days. It ranked 2nd place with only 153 theaters screening the film, while the blockbuster foreign film took the top spot with over 400 theaters. The box-office revenue of the 3 days of the first weekend was 176.4% in comparison to last year's "Violet Evergarden: Eternity and the Auto Memory Doll", which received 831 million JPY in total. The film has been rated high by the viewers on various movie websites, including 4.62 stars at Yahoo! Movie Reviews, 4.5 stars at Filmarks, and 4.9 stars at Eiga Land (as of Sep. 23). It received many emotional and positive comments on social media such as, "I burst into tears in the first 5 minutes", "You'll need a bath towel and a spare mask", and "It was amazing". The word is spreading out from the repeaters that it is the most tear-jerking film in theaters now. "Violet Evergarden: the Movie" is now screened at nationwide theaters. (C)Akatsuki Kana, Kyoto Animation / Violet Evergarden Production Committee

MOVIE

"Looking for Witch Apprentices" The starting 6 minutes uncut video has been revealed! The bossa nova style "Magical DoReMi Carnival" also can be heard

The starting 6 minutes uncut video of the anime "Magical DoReMi"'s 20th-anniversary movie "Looking for Witch Apprentices" has been revealed. It is filled with various highlights, including the theme song "Magical DoReMi Carnival (Looking for Witch Apprentices ver.)”. Regarding the starting scenes, the praises from the viewers said, "I cry at the first 3 minutes", "The moment I heard Magical DoReMi Carnival, I got absorbed into the world of Magical DoReMi!", and others. The heroines had spent their childhood while being immersed in "Magical DoReMi" and believe in "magic", but as they slowly become older when time passes, they had faced the reality as "magic" doesn't exist. The starting scenes depicts the troubles and difficulties faced by the heroines as their job and dream clash with reality. After the 6 minutes in the movie, they got connected due to their "favorite things" and during their visit to the places affiliated with “DoReMi”, they supported each other while also bumping at each other at times as they slowly heading toward tomorrow. The movie theme song "Magical DoReMi Carnival (Looking for Witch Apprentices Ver." is the bossa nova arrangement of the famous song of "Magical DoReMi". This music that will pull out the sentimental feelings in you, will surely open up "a new magic story" in the audiences, who no longer believe in "magic". Do visits the theatre to see the remaining story of the video. "Magical DoReMi"'s 20th-anniversary movie "Looking for Witch Apprentices" is currently available at the theatres. （C）Toei, Toei Animation

Virtual Johnny's Asuka Kaidou & Ichigoya Kanata will appear in the HoneyWorks movie "LIP x LIP FILM x LIVE"! The trailer of the shining stage performance

Kaidou Asuka and Ichigoya Kanata from "Asukana" will appear in the movie "HoneyWorks 10th Anniversary 'LIP x LIP FILM x LIVE'" which will be released on December 25, 2020. At the same time, it has been announced that Sakurai Takahiro will play the role of their manager. Moreover, the 2nd key visual and the 2nd trailer have also been released. This work is a movie produced as HoneyWorks "10th Anniversary Project". The plot is set on a secret story of the formation of the idol unit LIP x LIP, Yuujiro (voice: Uchiyama Koki) and Aizo (voice: Shimazaki Nobunaga) produced by HoneyWorks. From the Virtual Johnny's Project, Kaidou Asuka, Ichigoya Kanata, and Maeda Riku, the manager of "Asukana", will appear. Fujiwara Joichiro (Naniwa Boys / Kansai Johnny's Jr.) will play Asuka Kaidou, Ohashi Kazuya (Naniwa Boys / Kansai Johnny's Jr.) will play Ichigoya Kanata, and Sakurai Takahiro will play Maeda Riku. Comments from the "Asukana" duo and Sakurai Takahiro have arrived. In the second trailer released this time, you can see the latest images of each of the anime part and the virtual live part. In the anime part, in addition to "LIP x LIP", "Asukana", "Full Throttle 4", and the idols appearing in this work were lined up. In the virtual live part in the second half, in addition to LIP x LIP, you can also see the Asukana performing live, and hear Asukana's singing "Lv.1" and LIP x LIP's singing "Romeo" respectively. "HoneyWorks 10th Anniversary 'LIP x LIP FILM x LIVE'" will be released on December 25, 2020. Kaidou Asuka Kanata suddenly shouted, "We will appear in the movie" during the call with our manager, Maeda-kun. At first, I didn't know what it was, but I was surprised to find that the trajectory of the duo of LIP x LIP will become a movie. We were also present at the site when the duo first met each other, so is this also fate? I was very happy when I found out that I can see HimePime, who can only be seen during the stream, on screen. Kanata Ichigoya When I was so surprised and shouted to Asuka, "We will appear in the movie", he got angry (laughs). Our manger Mae-chi is a bit of a sadist. Everything is so sudden. But his tension is not going any less makes it feels like a clerical job (laughs). Isn't this really amazing like Bon Festival and New Year came together!? Takahiro Sakurai (role of Maeda Riku) -Tell us about your impression of this work. Let's call it Cinderella Story, it was a work associated with it. However, not all of the underlying suffocation is wiped out. The last scene of this work may be just the beginning of them. I thought it was up to them to decide what the happy ending was, and their last words speak for themselves. -Tell us your impression of your character and thoughts about this role He will not appear a lot, but all his appearances will be memorable. I feel some strong will in his muttering. I done the recording while giving off an impression of a songwriter. "HoneyWorks 10th Anniversary 'LIP x LIP FILM x LIVE'" will be released on December 25, 2020. （C）2020 LIP×LIP Movie Project

Hamano Kenta & Kawaei Rina have been announced as Japanese voices for Disney & Pixar's latest work "Soul"

'Looking for Magical DoReMi' DoReMi and her friends gather together after 20 years! Report of the stage greeting.

The stage greetings of "Looking for Magical DoReMi", a film to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the anime "Magical DoReMi", was held on November 14. At theater 9 of Shinjuku Wald 9, the voice actresses full of "Magical DoReMi" love appeared: Morikawa Aoi, Matsui Rena, Momota Kanako, and Miura Shohei. In addition to them, the regular voice actors in the "Magical DoReMi" TV series also appeared, who are Chiba Chiemi, Akiya Tomoko, Matsuoka Yuki, Shishido Rumi, Miyahara Nami, Ishige Sawa, and the director Sato Junichi. Morikawa spoke about her feelings about the film finally released, 'The release was initially planned in May. Now I am receiving thoughts, which makes me truly realize that the film has finally been released.' During the greeting at the beginning, Matsui was excited to hear the spell from "Magical DoReMi" cast in person, including Chiba, saying 'I am really excited to hear their spell in person! More than the greeting itself. Yesterday, it was being a topic on SNS, and I truly felt that so many people are eagerly waiting for Doremi-chan.' Momota expressed her gratitude for the fans, saying 'A lot of people have already told me how excited they are. The members of Momoclo are asking me for the tickets.(laugh) I am really glad to be here today.' Miura spoke about the attractions of the film, saying 'I am so glad that it has finally been released. It's wonderful that the heroines, who have the same interest Magical DoReMi, move forward. Please talk about the attractions to your friends and family.' The director Sato, who started up "Magical DoReMi" and directed the 1st season spoke to "DoReMi" fans, saying 'I didn't expect that so many fans are still waiting for us after 20 years. At first I was creating a film on the assumption that DoReMi and others would be back, and later when I realized, I was thinking they were always there. In fact, the fans were creating it, and they let me be a part of it. Now I truly feel that.' To the question "What does 'Magical DoReMi' mean to you?", Chiba replied "connection", saying 'A lot of staff have been involved in "Magical DoReMi" and "Looking for Magical DoReMi". I sincerely felt we are still connected after a long time, to see the staff that worked on the TV series and previous film. It's also wonderful that you are here at this stage greeting even though you were a little kid 20 years ago. I am truly grateful that I have met so many people through this work. Thanks to your help for quite a while, I can show you the latest work today.' To be asked for a message to audience, Momota said, 'When I watched the film, I was reassured that Doremi-chan and others have been by my side. If I'm losing my own way, I will watch "Magical DoReMi" and "Looking for Magical DoReMi" again to move forward.' Matsui replied with tears in her eyes, 'When I read the script, When I was at the recording, When I watched the finished work, I truly realized that I have been waiting for DoReMi-chan. She has been my emotional support. This film will embrace you with the feeling of "love". Please come to see DoReMi-chan.' Morikawa said, 'Even though as we grow up, we face the reality, but I felt as if DoReMi-chan and others told me to live as I like. I feel like this film encourages me. It will cast a spell on you, and give more smiles and happiness. I hope you will like it.' "Looking for Magical DoReMi" commemorating the 20th anniversary of Magical DoReMi is now playing. The director Sato Junichi 'Sparkly' 20 years ago, the children's eyes were sparkly, watching the mascot costume show. Today, you look sparkly as well. You are making me Happy Lucky. Morikawa Aoi 'What taught me the fun in life' I really like anime, and 'Magical DoReMi' is the first one that made me realize the attraction. It taught me the fun in life. Matsui Rena 'Common language' The heroines in the film and you are connected with a common language 'Magical DoReMi'. It is like we cannot help singing when the theme song Carnival is playing. This work has such an attraction. Momota Kanako 'Pleasure to meet' It's the first anime that I became absorbed in. I got to know idle as an occupation when I saw Onpu-chan, so it has taught me a lot of pleasure to meet new things. I also could do a lot of things for the first time through this work, so I chose this phrase. Miura Shohei 'Memory' As we grow up, we gradually forget what we used to feel in childhood. You may be struggling in society, but I would like you to watch it and remember those days. It will bring back genuine, sparkly memories. Ishige Sawa 'What gives me Happy and Lucky' DoReMi's spell ' I Wish Happiness and Lucky to Everyone' is really brilliant. It stands for her warm world view and heart. I also feel happy when I am thinking about her, so I am lucky to have met her. Miyahara Nami 'Home sweet home' As we grow up, we face a lot of difficulties, but the atmosphere around us is like home sweet home whenever I come back. We are also close outside of work and sometimes see each other. I don't feel after a long while, and we are just like sisters. Shishido Rumi 'signpost' When I am thinking negatively, I always think twice not to make Onpu-chan sad. I feel she always protects me. It illuminates my future, and provide opportunities to see a lot of people, which is like a signpost. Matsuoka Yuki 'Path of life' It was my turning point, and it helped me to find a path. I have always been involved in DoRemi universe in many ways, such as CD drama, and Aiko has always been by my side. It shows me the way to go. Akiya Tomoko 'Treasure' I have met a lot of cast and staff through the work. Through playing Hazuki-chan, my heart was filled with happiness. This work has reached 20th-anniversary, and is becoming a bigger part of my life as a treasure. Chiba Chiemi A lot of staff have been involved in "Magical DoReMi" and "Looking for Magical DoReMi". I sincerely felt we are still connected after a long time, to see the staff that worked on the TV series and previous film. It's also wonderful that you are here at this stage greeting even though you were a little kid 20 years ago. I am truly grateful that I have met so many people through this work. Thanks to your help for quite a while, I can show you the latest work today. （C）Toei, Toei Animation

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More than 1.2 million fans came the theaters to watch "Violet Evergarden the Movie"! Box-office revenue is 170 million JPY

"Kiri no Mukou no Fushigina Machi” The novel "Misaki no Mayoiga" by the author Kashiwaba Sachiko will get an anime movie and the release is in 2021

The anime movie of "Misaki no Mayoiga", which is an awarded work in "Noma Jidou Bunkei Shou (Noma Children Literature Award)" same as the original work of "Kiki's Delivery Service" that has gotten an anime adaptation by Studio Ghibli, has been decided. The release date in 2021 and the teaser visual with the teaser PV have also been revealed along with the staff's comments. The original "Misaki no Mayoiga" is based on the same-name novel by the author Kashiwaba Sachiko, known for "Kiri no Mukou no Fushigina Machi" and "Chikashitsu kara no Fushigina Tabi". The original work has gotten the "Noma Jidou Bunkei Shou" in 2016, where others works that have gotten this award are "Kiki's Delivery Service" that has gotten an anime movie by Miyazaki Hayao, "Battery" that has gotten a TV anime in Fuji TV "Noitamina" slot and other channels, and others work. It depicts the "mystery yet heartwarming" cohabitation of the 17 years old girl, who had lost her home, along with her new non-blood-related family in the old sea-view Japanese-style house, "Mayoiga". The teaser visual has a contrast between the glittering sea and the green nature with a single girl that has a strong gaze at the cape. This visual will surely pull you into the world setting of the work. Also, the teaser PV depicts the beautiful green nature of Iwate, the setting of the work, along with the nostalgic old Japanese-style house that anyone had seen before, the elegant young girl, and also the 3 shoes that have a different atmosphere. This PV will hype up the expectation of the movie. Along with the announcement, the information about the main staff was revealed as well. The director will be Kawatsura Shinya ("Non Biyori" and "Sagrada Reset"), the script is written by Yoshida Reiko ("Violet Evergarden" and "Okko's Inn") while the animation is produced by david production ("Jojo's Bizarre Adventure" and "Cells at Work!"). The anime movie "Misaki no Mayoiga" will be released in 2021. Author: Kashiwaba Sachiko It has been 10 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake. The victims that were affected by that dreadfulness, sadness, and bitterness, wish to forget about that immediately but I keep telling myself that it something that can't be forgotten. When we are talking about the disaster zone, it would be the Sanriku (the three former provinces of Rikuzen, Rikuchu, and Rikuo) but within these 10 years period, Japan started to have disaster zones as well, and now we are facing the corona disaster. I hope for a positive thought to stay in my heart. The story of Mayoiga is about the people who got lost in the mountain staying happily at Mayoiga. Just like the original work, I hope that "Misaki no Mayoiga" will also give happiness to those who encountered it. Let the positive thoughts filled your heart. I have a belief as well as an appreciation for this fantastic animation movie. Do pay a visit to the Kitsunezaki's Mayoiga. Director: Kawatsura Shinya The delicious meals and the smile of the person beside you. The fragrant tea and the entertaining conversation. The warm relationship that is not bound by the word, "family". "Misaki no Mayoiga" is a home for people, who required that kind of comfort. This is a place that you will come with your own will after having flexibility in the exhausted heart. Do step into Mayoiga with the girls while being surrounded by the gentle background and music at the theatre. Scriptwriter: Yoshida Reiko A person might not be able to live if he/she has doubts in the present, past, and future. I thought of this after reading the original work. I want to start now despite having doubts... I will try my best to make this work just like a house where you would want to come back to. （C）Kashiwaba Sachiko, Kodansha／2021 "Misaki no Mayoiga" Production Committee

"Violet Evergarden: The Movie" Audience Exceeds 1 Million! Original Clear File Folders Will be Distributed

The total number of audiences of "Violet Evergarden: The Movie", which is now in theaters, has exceeded 1 million on Oct. 18, 2020. It has been decided that a "Thank You for the Smash Hit! Original Clear File Folder" will be distributed to all audiences. "Violet Evergarden" is a TV anime by Kyoto Animation broadcast in 2018. It gained attention from its world of rich emotion and the finely detailed depiction of the characters' feelings. As of Oct. 18, the film has attracted 1,018,410 viewers and earned 1,454,170,500 JPY, ranking in the top 5 of weekend box office audiences for 5 consecutive weeks. In return for this hit, it has been decided that an original clear file folder with an illustration of Violet will be distributed to the audiences as an additional present. A limited number will be distributed from Oct. 23. Also, you can get a virtual background of the film's illustration at the official website. "Violet Evergarden: The Film" is currently in nationwide theaters. (C)Akatsuki Kana, Kyoto Animation / Violet Evergarden Production Committee

A Special Release of the First "10 Minutes" of "Violet Evergarden: The Movie"!

The first 10 minutes of "Violet Evergarden: The Movie" (now in theaters) has been specially released on YouTube. "Violet Evergarden" is a TV anime by Kyoto Animation broadcast in 2018. It gained attention from its world of rich emotion and the finely detailed depiction of the characters' feelings. The movie, now in theaters, was released on Sep. 18, 2020, and it has stayed in the top 3 for weekend box office audiences, has the highest per-screen average, and already has a revenue of over 1.1 billion JPY. "Violet Evergarden: The Movie" is now in theaters. (C)Akatsuki Kana, Kyoto Animation / Violet Evergarden Production Committee

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