Radiance Films Announces the High Definition Restoration and Blu-ray Release of Shūji Terayama’s 1977 Japanese Sports Classic The Boxer July 4, 2026 Radiance Films, a leading distributor specializing in the restoration of rare and world cinema, has officially announced the upcoming Blu-ray release of Shūji Terayama’s… Continue Reading
Epic Japanese Historical Drama ‘Castle Under Siege’ Premieres at Cannes, Set for Summer 2026 Release July 2, 2026 The cinematic world is abuzz following the world premiere of "Castle Under Siege," a gripping Japanese historical drama mystery film, at the prestigious Cannes… Continue Reading
KAMUI: He’s Behind You Anime Set for July 3 Japanese Premiere, OceanVeil to Stream Series Globally June 29, 2026 The highly anticipated television anime adaptation of Eroki and Shinko Konoshiro’s popular manga, KAMUI: He’s Behind You (original Japanese Ushiro no Shōmen Kamui-san), is… Continue Reading
Supernatural Thriller Iwaiyama Explores Ancient Taboos and Modern Fears in Japanese Cinemas June 26, 2026 The highly anticipated supernatural horror film Iwaiyama, based on the chilling novel by renowned author Nanami Kamon, made its theatrical debut across Japan on… Continue Reading
Upcoming Japanese Thriller Explores AI’s Ethical Frontier in Crime Concealment with September 2026 Release June 25, 2026 A compelling new Japanese thriller is poised to challenge audience perceptions of technology, morality, and family loyalty when it hits cinemas on September 11,… Continue Reading
Powerful Pro Baseball 2026-2027 Debuts at Number One on Japanese Sales Charts June 21, 2026 The latest iteration of Konami’s popular baseball simulation, Powerful Pro Baseball 2026-2027, has stormed to the top of the Japanese video game sales charts… Continue Reading
Nothing New Unveils Trailer for Yusuke Iwasaki’s Acclaimed Feature Debut ‘AnyMart,’ Set for July 2026 Japanese Release as ‘Chilled’ June 19, 2026 NOTHING NEW, a prominent name in Japanese independent film production and distribution, has officially released the trailer for "AnyMart," the highly anticipated feature directorial… Continue Reading
Bandai Namco Filmworks Inc. Unveils "Pursuing the Future" 3DCG Short Film Anthology, Charting New Course for Japanese Animation June 18, 2026 Tokyo, Japan – Bandai Namco Filmworks Inc. has officially announced the ambitious launch of "Pursuing the Future" (Japanese "Mirai e no Koro"), a groundbreaking… Continue Reading
Akira Suei: A Life Forged in Explosions, Forging Subculture, and Challenging the Norms of Japanese Publishing June 1, 2026 Akira Suei, a figure whose life and career have been inextricably linked with both literal and metaphorical explosions, has left an indelible mark on… Continue Reading
Frankfurt Prepares for Its Most Expansive Celebration of Japanese Cinema with the 26th Nippon Connection Film Festival. June 1, 2026 Frankfurt am Main is poised to host the 26th Nippon Connection Film Festival, commencing on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, for a six-day cinematic and… Continue Reading
