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Your Name director is teaming up with Crunchyroll for his next anime movie, but the plot is still under wraps
Director Makoto Shinkai is collaborating with Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment for his next anime movie, though plot details, title, and release date remain undisclosed. This marks Shinkai's latest project following his acclaimed films Your Name and Suzume.
Director of one of the best anime movies Your Name teases his upcoming movie will be "great" and says they're "working hard every day" on it
Makoto Shinkai, director of the acclaimed anime film Your Name, has provided an update on his next project, stating that the entire staff is working hard and he is confident it will be a great film. He previously teased the new project in late 2024, describing it as building a brand-new world. Shinkai also directed the successful 2022 anime film Suzume.
MMAJ 2026 Bakal Bawa Yoko Ishida hingga Ultraman
The MMAJ Jakarta 2026 festival, celebrating Japanese pop culture and anime, will take place on May 30-31 at Gandaria City, Jakarta. The event will feature performances by anisong singer Yoko Ishida and idol group Shiritsu Ebisu Chugaku, along with appearances from popular franchises like Ultraman and Gundam. It also includes anime film screenings and is supported by various Japanese organizations and Indonesian government bodies.
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter Teases Opening and Viewer Mode Feature
Falcom revealed new details for The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC at a fan event, showcasing a rebuilt 3D opening movie and a new 'Viewer Mode' for posing characters and viewing DLC outfits. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC on September 17, 2026.
10 years on, Your Name remains a legendary anime love story that may never be eclipsed
Ten years after its release, Makoto Shinkai's anime film Your Name remains a celebrated masterpiece of romance and fantasy. The film's unique body-swapping narrative, coupled with an ethereal soundtrack by Radwimps, created a profound emotional impact that continues to resonate. While Shinkai's subsequent works like Weathering With You and Suzume have also been acclaimed, Your Name is considered his peak and a generation-defining work.
