Complete Schedule for Anime Japan 2025: Highlights and What to Anticipate

Complete Schedule for Anime Japan 2025: Highlights and What to Anticipate

Anime Japan 2025: Exciting Events and Schedules Announced

The Anime Japan 2025 event is gearing up to be an exhilarating experience for fans of anime, set to unfold at the Tokyo Big Sight East Exhibition Halls 1-8. This highly anticipated convention will take place from March 22 (Saturday) at 9 AM JST to March 23 (Sunday) at 5 PM JST, showcasing a plethora of beloved series including One Piece, My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, and Jujutsu Kaisen, among others.

New this year is the White Stage, which promises to feature several exciting presentations over the two days. Noteworthy among its scheduled events is the inaugural showcase of Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc Special Stage. This addition reflects the event’s dedication to highlighting both the giants in the anime industry and emerging talents that are shaping its future.

Day One Schedule Highlights

The first day of Anime Japan 2025 features a packed schedule, with numerous stages accommodating a variety of events, particularly on the White Stage where schedules sometimes overlap with those on the Red, Green, and Blue Stages. Here’s the detailed Day One agenda:

Time on 22/3 (JST/UTC/IST/EST) Anime Japan 2025 Red Stage Anime Japan 2025 Green Stage Anime Japan 2025 Blue Stage Anime Japan 2025 White Stage
9:00 / 00:00 / 5:30 AM / 8 PM (21/3) Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus Special Stage, 9:35-10:10 JST
10:00 / 01:00 / 6:30 AM / 9 PM Demon Slayer Special Stage, 10:55-11:30 JST Blue Lock vs. U-20 Japan Special Stage, 10:15-10:50 JST Netflix Special Stage, 10:00-10:30 JST TV Anime Tokyo Revengers 5th Anniversary Special Stage, 10:30-11:00 JST
11:00 / 02:00 / 7:30 AM / 10 PM The Summer Hikaru Died Special Stage, 11:35-12:10 JST New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt Special Stage, 11:00-11:30 JST Maebashi Witches Special Stage, 11:30-12:00 JST
12:00 / 03:00 / 8:30 AM / 11 PM Kaiju No.8 Special Stage, 12:15-12:50 JST My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Special Stage, 12:55-13:30 JST Anyway, I’m Falling In Love With You Special Stage, 12:00-12:30 JST I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince Season 2 Special Stage, 12:30-13:00 JST
1:00 PM / 4:00 PM / 9:30 AM / 12 AM (22/3) Oshi No Ko Special Stage, 13:35-14:10 JST Me & Roboco Movie Special Stage, 13:20-13:50 JST
2:00 PM / 5:00 AM / 10:30 AM / 1 AM My Hero Academia Final Season Plus Ultra Stage, 14:55-15:30 JST Blue Box Special Stage, 14:15-14:50 JST Gachiakuta Special Stage, 14:20-14:50 JST Kamitsubaki City Under Construction Special Stage, 14:50-15:20 JST
3:00 PM / 6:00 AM / 11:30 AM / 2 AM Disney’s Twisted Wonderland Mobile Game Special Stage, 15:35-16:10 JST Kowloon Generic Romance Special Talk Show, 15:20-15:50 JST Starblazers Yamato 50th Anniversary Stage, 15:50-16:20 JST
16:00 / 07:00 / 12:30 PM / 3 AM HYPNOSISMIC – Division Rap Battle -, 16:15-16:50 JST Summer Pockets Special Stage, 16:20-16:50 JST
17:00 / 08:00 / 1:30 PM / 4 AM Rurouni Kenshin Season 2 Special Stage, 17:50-18:25 JST Sakamoto Days Special Stage, 17:10-17:45 JST
18:00 / 09:00 / 2:30 PM / 5 AM Disney’s Twisted Wonderland Anime Special Stage, 18:30-19:05 JST
19:00 / 10:00 / 2:30 PM / 5 AM One Piece Egghead Arc Special Stage, 19:10-19:45 JST

Spotlight on Major Stages: Demon Slayer, My Hero Academia, and One Piece

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes
Featuring protagonist Koichi Haimawari competing with Deku during Anime Japan 2025’s first day (Image via BONES)

The most thrilling stages to look forward to on Day One feature Demon Slayer, My Hero Academia, and One Piece. For the latter, the franchise will present two events: one focused on the mainline series’ final season and another dedicated to the Vigilantes spinoff.

In the main series presentation, fans will be treated to appearances by notable voice actors including Daiki Yamashita and Hiroshi Kamiya, who will engage in a lively discussion on stage. Viewers can anticipate some compelling live performances and perhaps exclusive clips from the upcoming season.

On the Vigilantes side, audiences can expect the reveal of fresh content, including possible insights into the anime’s closing theme. Voice talents Shuichiro Umeda and Ikumi Hasegawa will bring their characters to life in front of a thrilled audience.

The Demon Slayer presentation will concentrate on the first movie from the Infinity Castle Arc trilogy, with cast members such as Natsuki Hanae expected to unveil a new trailer and discuss the film’s music selection.

Rounding out Day One will be the One Piece stage, where attendees will receive the latest updates related to the franchise’s Egghead Arc. Fans can expect exciting new visuals and theme music revelations.

Additional Noteworthy Presentations on Day One

Blue Lock Season 2
The upcoming focus on Blue Lock Season 2 (Image via Eight Bit)

The Blue Lock stage will delve into the just-concluded second season, which prominently featured the U-20 Arc. Cast members such as Kazuki Ura and Koki Uchiyama will share experiences from the production process.

In contrast, the Special Stage for The Summer Hikaru Died promises exciting new visuals and perhaps even a premiere of its release date. Attendees will include Chiaki Kobayashi among others, ensuring a lively discussion.

Meanwhile, the Kaiju No.8 Special Stage will cover both the compilation film and the second season of the TV series, integrated with contributions from cast members like Masaya Fukunishi.

The Oshi no Ko stage is set to unveil details about its upcoming third season, possibly including a new trailer. Key voice actors like Takeo Otsuka are confirmed to attend.

With the potential for season two-related teasers, the Sakamoto Days Special Stage is eagerly anticipated as it gears up for its July 2025 release.

Lastly, Anime Japan 2025 will host a Netflix Special Stage, showcasing various anime series while offering insights into the platform’s 2025 lineup.

Day Two Schedule Overview

Chainsaw Man
Feature focus on Chainsaw Man’s Reze Arc film on Day 2 (Image via MAPPA Studios)

Day Two of Anime Japan 2025, while slightly less packed than the first, still features essential highlights from a range of beloved series, including Chainsaw Man, Re:ZERO, and Jujutsu Kaisen. Here is the full agenda:

Time on 23/3 (JST/UTC/IST/EST) Anime Japan 2025 Red Stage Anime Japan 2025 Green Stage Anime Japan 2025 Blue Stage Anime Japan 2025 White Stage
9:00 / 00:00 / 5:30 AM / 8 PM (22/3) Musical The Prince of Tennis 4th Season Special Stage, 9:35-10:10 JST
10:00 / 01:00 / 6:30 AM / 9 PM Jujutsu Kaisen Special Stage, 10:25-11:00 JST Detective Conan x Yaiba Collaboration Stage, 10:15-10:50 JST The Shiunji Family Children Special Stage, 10:00-10:30 JST Aharen-san wa Hakarenai Season 2 Special Stage, 10:30-11:00 JST
11:00 / 02:00 / 7:30 AM / 10 PM Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Special Stage, 11:35-12:10 JST PIA TV Special Stage, 11:20-11:50 JST Summer Pockets Staff Talk Stage, 11:30-12:00 JST
12:00 / 03:00 / 8:30 AM / 11 PM Fate/strange Fake TV Animation Special Stage, 12:15-12:50 JST Dr. Stone Special Stage, 12:55-13:30 JST From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Special Stage, 12:00-12:30 JST Raccoon Team Calcal Super Special Stage, 12:30-13:00 JST
1:00 PM / 4:00 PM / 9:30 AM / 12 AM (23/3) The Apothecary Diaries Special Stage, 13:35-14:10 JST 20th Anniversary Animelo Summer Live 2025 KICKOFF Stage, 13:20-13:50 JST “Rock Is a Lady’s Modesty” Talk Show
2:00 PM / 5:00 AM / 10:30 AM / 1 AM Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 3 Special Stage, 14:55-15:30 JST Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube Special Stage, 14:15-14:50 JST “Let’s Go Karaoke!” and “Captivated, by You” Special Stage, 14:20-14:50 JST Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister Special Stage, 14:50-15:20 JST
3:00 PM / 6:00 AM / 11:30 AM / 2 AM Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Special Stage, 15:35-16:10 JST Digimon 25th Anniversary Super Evolution Stage, 15:20-15:50 JST Chainsaw Man The Movie: Reze Arc Special Stage, 15:50-16:20 JST
16:00 / 07:00 / 12:30 PM / 3 AM Gundam Series Special Stage, 16:15-16:50 JST “Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid” & “City The Animation” Special Stage, 16:20-16:50 JST

Key Highlights: Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc and Re:ZERO Season 3

The most notable events on Day Two include the Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc and Re:ZERO – Starting Life in Another World Season 3 Special Stages. The Jujutsu Kaisen presentation will likely focus solely on promoting its upcoming compilation film.

During the Chainsaw Man stage, fans can anticipate the unveiling of a new trailer and release dates, highlighted by a discussion featuring cast members such as Kikunosuke Toya.

Meanwhile, the Re:ZERO Special Stage promises a thorough overview of the series, featuring Lead Cast members such as Yusuke Kobayashi. Speculation about a fourth season of production may also be confirmed during this event.

Further Insights into Day Two’s Presentations

Jujutsu Kaisen focuses on its past
The stage will reflect on Jujutsu Kaisen’s previous arcs (Image via MAPPA Studios)

The Jujutsu Kaisen presentation will primarily focus on its forthcoming compilation film, with attendance from cast members such as Junya Enoki.

In contrast, the Apothecary Diaries stage will discuss insights from the second cour of the ongoing anime adaptation, featuring cast members like Aoi Yuki.

Additionally, the Dr. Stone Special Stage will reflect on the show’s first cour of its final season, with character insights from the main cast.

Watch here for more details.

The Black Butler – Emerald Witch Arc presentation promises intriguing updates ahead of its April 2025 premiere. Audiences can expect insights from lead cast members, including Daisuke Ono.

While sharing the stage, the Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid film will allow characters to discuss their experiences and the production journey, ensuring fans are well-informed about its future direction.

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