AnimeJapan 2026: Full Guide to Schedules, Stages, and Major Anime Announcements
The Tokyo Big Sight convention center is gearing up to host the most ambitious edition of AnimeJapan yet, taking place on March 28 and 29, 2026. With over 120 industry companies confirmed to participate and a significant physical expansion spanning the East, South pavilions, and t
The Tokyo Big Sight convention center is gearing up to host the most ambitious edition of AnimeJapan yet, taking place on March 28 and 29, 2026. With over 120 industry companies confirmed to participate and a significant physical expansion spanning the East, South pavilions, and the rooftop area of Tokyo Big Sight, AnimeJapan 2026 solidifies its position as the premier event of the first half of the year for major announcements in the Japanese animation industry.
This guide will be updated with all major announcements from the first day of AnimeJapan 2026 as they happen.
Anticipated Major Announcements from AnimeJapan 2026 (Day 1 Expectations)
- One Piece Heroines: A trailer is expected to confirm its premiere and the participation of Maaya Sakamoto in the project.
- One Piece: The 29th opening and the voice of Loki from the Elbaf arc are anticipated to be revealed.
- Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 7: Steel Ball Run: The episode 2 trailer is set to unveil the second stage of the race.
- Magic Knight Rayearth: News regarding the premiere date of the remake of Magic Knight Rayearth.
- The second season of Katainaka no Ossan is slated to premiere in July 2026.
- Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You: The premiere month is expected to be revealed at AnimeJapan 2026.
- Information on the release of the anime Hanaori-san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life.
- The release date for Dandelion, the one-shot by Hideaki Sorachi (author of Gintama), is to be presented at AnimeJapan 2026.
- Blue Box: The release date for the second season is expected to be unveiled at AnimeJapan 2026.
- Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation is set to announce its third season at AnimeJapan 2026.
- Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 3: The release date and first minutes of episode 1 are anticipated to be revealed at AnimeJapan 2026.
- Sentenced to Be a Hero: The second season and a video game are expected to be announced at AnimeJapan 2026.
- Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves: SNK is expected to reveal Kenshiro during the first day of AnimeJapan 2026.
- The Ghost in the Shell: Science Saru is set to announce the premiere of the new anime.
What to Expect from AnimeJapan 2026
This year, Japanese animation fans can look forward to various large-scale announcements for established franchises, as well as the debut of several highly anticipated series. On the RED STAGE, expectations are high for new information regarding the One Piece Elbaf arc adaptation and the second season of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End. Additionally, the 10th-anniversary celebration of Re:Zero and announcements about the next episodes of the Steel Ball Run (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure) adaptation are sure to capture global attention.
Meanwhile, the Green Stage will focus on niche projects like Mushoku Tensei and The Eminence in Shadow. Finally, the open stages (Blue and White) will feature returning series such as Psyren and Fist of the North Star. Below, we've listed all the events for each stage at AnimeJapan 2026, including schedules for Colombia, Mexico, and Spain. Please stay tuned as we will update this guide with online streaming links for each stage featuring announcements for One Piece, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run, Jujutsu Kaisen, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, and more.
Schedules and Announcements for Red Stage (Day 1 & 2) at AnimeJapan 2026
| Program | Day (Japan) | Time (Japan) | Time (Mexico, CST) | Time (Colombia, COT) | Time (Spain) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Is the Order a Rabbit? | Sat 28 | 09:35 | 18:35 (Fri) | 19:35 (Fri) | 01:35 (Sat) |
| My Hero Academia x Vigilantes | Sat 28 | 10:55 | 19:55 (Fri) | 20:55 (Fri) | 02:55 (Sat) |
| Demon Slayer | Sat 28 | 12:15 | 21:15 (Fri) | 22:15 (Fri) | 04:15 (Sat) |
| Jujutsu Kaisen | Sat 28 | 14:55 | 23:55 (Fri) | 00:55 (Sat) | 06:55 (Sat) |
| Steel Ball Run (JoJo) | Sat 28 | 17:50 | 02:50 (Sat) | 03:50 (Sat) | 09:50 (Sat) |
| One Piece: Elbaf Arc | Sat 28 | 19:10 | 04:10 (Sat) | 05:10 (Sat) | 11:10 (Sat) |
| Oshi no Ko | Sun 29 | 09:35 | 18:35 (Sat) | 19:35 (Sat) | 02:35 (Sun)* |
| Re: Zero (10th Anniv/S4) | Sun 29 | 10:55 | 19:55 (Sat) | 20:55 (Sat) | 03:55 (Sun) |
| Frieren T2 | Sun 29 | 14:55 | 23:55 (Sat) | 00:55 (Sun) | 07:55 (Sun) |
| Sound! Euphonium Movie | Sun 29 | 16:15 | 01:15 (Sun) | 02:15 (Sun) | 09:15 (Sun) |
Where to Watch the Most Important Red Stage Announcements (Day 1 & 2) at AnimeJapan 2026
During the two days of AnimeJapan 2026, the Red Stage—the most prominent of the event’s four stages—will host events for 10 of the most anticipated anime series. Unlike Jump Festa, each series presenting on a stage at AnimeJapan produces its own stream on its respective channels. Below, we've listed some of the most important Red Stage announcements that will have online streams. Please note that not all events will have a live stream; some are exclusive to Japan, and others are uploaded just before the start time.
This guide will be updated with new links.
My Hero Academia x Vigilantes – Day 1 Red Stage
Jujutsu Kaisen – Day 1 Red Stage
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Day 1 Red Stage
One Piece (Elbaf Arc) – Day 1 Red Stage
Oshi no Ko – Day 2 Red Stage
Re: Zero (10th Anniv/S4) – Day 2 Red Stage
Frieren Season 2 – Day 2 Red Stage
Schedules and Announcements for Green Stage (Day 1 & 2) at AnimeJapan 2026
| Program | Day (Japan) | Time (Japan) | Time (Mexico, CST) | Time (Colombia, COT) | Time (Spain) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mushoku Tensei T3 | Sat 28 | 10:15 | 19:15 (Fri) | 20:15 (Fri) | 02:15 (Sat) |
| Witch Hat Atelier | Sat 28 | 14:15 | 23:15 (Fri) | 00:15 (Sat) | 06:15 (Sat) |
| Fate/Grand Order | Sat 28 | 17:10 | 02:10 (Sat) | 03:10 (Sat) | 09:10 (Sat) |
| The Eminence in Shadow | Sun 29 | 10:15 | 19:15 (Sat) | 20:15 (Sat) | 03:15 (Sun) |
| Dr. Stone Science Future | Sun 29 | 15:35 | 00:35 (Sun) | 01:35 (Sun) | 08:35 (Sun) |
Where to Watch the Most Important Green Stage Announcements (Day 1 & 2) at AnimeJapan 2026
Unlike the main stage, the Green Stage at AnimeJapan 2026 will feature announcements or events for only five anime series. Below, we've listed some of the most important streams with announcements from this stage.
Mushoku Tensei Season 3 – Day 1 Green Stage
Fate/Grand Order – Day 1 Green Stage
The Eminence in Shadow – Day 2 Green Stage
Dr. Stone Science Future – Day 2 Green Stage
Schedules and Announcements for Blue Stage (Day 1 & 2) at AnimeJapan 2026
| Program | Day (Japan) | Time (Japan) | Time (Mexico, CST) | Time (Colombia, COT) | Time (Spain) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netflix Special Stage | Sat 28 | 12:45 | 21:45 (Fri) | 22:45 (Fri) | 04:45 (Sat) |
| Baki-Dou Special Stage | Sun 29 | 12:45 | 21:45 (Sat) | 22:45 (Sat) | 05:45 (Sun) |
| Keroro Gunso Movie | Sun 29 | 16:05 | 01:05 (Sun) | 02:05 (Sun) | 09:05 (Sun) |
Netflix Special Stage – Day 1 Blue Stage
Keroro Gunso Movie – Day 2 Blue Stage
Schedules and Announcements for White Stage (Day 1 & 2) at AnimeJapan 2026
| Program | Day (Japan) | Time (Japan) | Time (Mexico, CST) | Time (Colombia, COT) | Time (Spain) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Box T2 | Sat 28 | 10:15 | 19:15 (Fri) | 20:15 (Fri) | 02:15 (Sat) |
| Psyren Special Stage | Sat 28 | 11:15 | 20:15 (Fri) | 21:15 (Fri) | 03:15 (Sat) |
| Slime S4 | Sat 28 | 15:35 | 00:35 (Sat) | 01:35 (Sat) | 07:35 (Sat) |
| Akane-banashi Kickoff | Sun 29 | 15:35 | 00:35 (Sun) | 01:35 (Sun) | 08:35 (Sun) |
Blue Box Season 2 – Day 1 Blue Stage
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