Anime Japan 2025 kicked off today at Tokyo Big Sight, delivering a wave of exciting news from some of the most anticipated anime series. The event featured exclusive reveals, trailers, and panels from fan-favorite titles such as My Hero Academia, One Piece, and Demon Slayer. With a packed schedule and major updates across multiple stages, Day 1 has set the tone for an unforgettable weekend for anime fans.
Major Announcements and Updates
Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus opened the event on Stage RED at 9:35 AM JST, confirming a July 2025 release. A new trailer introduced the opening theme “Snowdrop” by Conton Candy. New cast members Konomi Kohara and Manaka Iwami were announced, along with plans for a rebroadcast of the original series.
Netflix’s Special Stage at 10:00 AM JST on Stage BLUE featured updates on Arcane, Moonrise, Devil May Cry, My Melody and Kuromi, and Beastars Final Season. New trailers were shown, and voice actors hinted at their roles. Special in-character guests added to the excitement.
Blue Lock dominated Stage GREEN at 10:15 AM JST with the Blue Lock vs. U-20 Japan special event. Episodes from seasons 1 and 2, along with Episode Nagi, will be streamed for free. Michael Kaiser’s attendance at EGOIST EXHIBITION was also confirmed.
Tokyo Revengers announced The Battle of Three Deities on Stage WHITE at 7:00 AM JST. A key visual teased intense battles and alliances in the upcoming arc. More details on the release date are expected soon.
Demon Slayer made waves at 10:55 AM JST on Stage RED, revealing that Infinity Castle will release in Japanese theaters in July 2025. A character-based game featuring cast members was held, and the release date for Hinokami Chronicles 2 was highlighted.
Kaiju No. 8 showcased a teaser for season 2 at 12:15 PM JST, revealing Gen Narumi’s command of the First Division. A recap episode titled Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon will release on March 28, with season 2 premiering in July 2025.
List of anime that will be part of the AnimeJapan 2025 catalogue (thanks to https://t.co/6h8EycxTqa)
– Jujutsu Kaisen 3rd Season
– The Apothecary Diaries
– One Punch Man
– Yuru Camp 3rd Season
– Summer Pockets
– WITCH WATCH
– Classroom of the Elite 4th Seasonand more coming… pic.twitter.com/GjCXfS23rk
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My Hero Academia: Vigilantes stole the spotlight at 12:55 PM JST on Stage GREEN. The spin-off revealed its ending theme “Speed” by Yutori, with a special illustration of The Crawler and Aizawa shown. The anime is set to premiere on April 7, 2025.
Oshi no Ko announced its third season on Stage RED at 1:35 PM JST, set for release in 2026. A teaser visual of Aqua Hoshino was displayed, hinting at Aqua’s rise as a leading actor and Ruby’s growing involvement with B-Komachi.
One Piece closed the day on Stage RED at 7:10 PM JST with a new promotional trailer for the Egghead Arc, teasing Saint Saturn’s arrival. A new opening song by GRe4n BOYS and an ending by muque were also announced. A spin-off titled One Piece in Love was confirmed for short-episode adaptation.
