🎥 Japan's Biggest Anime Movie Lineup for 2026
2026 delivers blockbuster anime films from legendary franchises. From high-stakes mysteries to family adventures and isekai epics, these theatrical releases dominate Japan's box office and global otaku calendars.
1. Detective Conan: Fallen Angel of the Highway (Apr 10, 2026)
Highway Thriller with Emotional Stakes
The 29th Detective Conan film features Conan in a high-speed Yokohama mystery involving Inspector Chihaya Hagiwara and ghosts from the past. Directed by Takahiro Hasui (TMS Entertainment). Expected to smash Golden Week records.
- Release: April 10, 2026 (Golden Week blockbuster)
- Trailer: Available on official Conan YouTube
- Tickets: Advance from March via Toho/ePlus
2. Chiikawa the Movie: Secret of the Mermaid Island (Summer 2026)
Adorable Adventure from Viral Mascot
Chiikawa, Hachiware, and Usagi explore a mysterious mermaid island in this heartwarming adaptation of the beloved "Siren" arc. Directed by Kei Oikawa (CygamesPictures/Toho). Tie-ins with Universal Studios Japan.
- Release: Summer 2026
- Teaser Visual: Available
- Tickets: Toho theaters
3. That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Tears of the Azure Sea (Feb 27, 2026)
Epic Isekai Sequel Post-Season 4
Rimuru Tempest faces azure sea threats in this original story bridging anime seasons. Eight Bit animation with returning cast (Miho Okasaki as Rimuru).
- Release: February 27, 2026
- Trailer & Poster: Released
- Tickets: Nationwide theaters
4. Doraemon: Nobita and the New Castle of the Undersea Devil (Feb 27, 2026)
Family Underwater Adventure Remake
Remake of 1983 classic! Nobita discovers portal to undersea devil kingdom. Shin-Ei Animation with 4DX/IMAX options – perfect for kids during spring break.
- Release: February 27, 2026 (double feature day with Slime!)
- Teaser Poster: Available
- Tickets: Toho/Shin-Ei partners
5. The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie (Feb 13, 2026)
Rom-Com Compilation with New Scenes
Kyotaro and Anna's awkward romance hits the big screen with post-season 2 scenes. Valentine's timing makes it ideal date movie from Shin-Ei Animation.
- Release: February 13, 2026
- Teaser Visual: Released
- Tickets: Nationwide
📅 2026 Anime Movie Calendar
Key Releases
- Feb 13: Dangers in My Heart
- Feb 27: Slime + Doraemon (double anime day!)
- Apr 10: Detective Conan
- Summer: Chiikawa Mermaid Island