The distributor Shochiku has revealed that the anime film L'étoile de Paris en Fleur will be released in theaters in Japan next Friday March 13, 2026 (Spanish local time: March 13 at 05:00 a.m.). This film marks an outstanding collaboration between the director Goro Taniguchi (ONE PIECE FILM: RED) and the legendary designer Katsuya Kondorecognized for his work in Kiki's Delivery Service.
Along with the announcement, a first visual teaser starring Fujikothe heroine of this story. The illustration was made by Kondo himself, who also participated in the original concept of the film.
Ami Toma will give voice to the dreamy protagonist
The actress Ami Toma will play Fujiko. Toma has recently gained popularity for his role as Meguru Aizawa in the drama Chihayafuru: Full Circle and for having given voice to Kokoro Anzai in the movie Lonely Castle in the Mirror. On this occasion, she will be in charge of giving life to a young woman who dreams of becoming a painter in a world that does not always seem kind to dreams.
A story of dreams, friendship and destiny
The plot centers on two Japanese girls: Fujikowho longs to be a painter, and Chizurupassionate about ballet. They both meet by chance Yokohamabut destiny will bring them together again in Paris at the beginning of the 20th century. There, between lights, art and challenges, they will join forces to not give up on their dreams.
A luxury team behind the project
The study ARVO Animation will be in charge of animating this work. The direction is in charge of Goro Taniguchiwith an original idea shared with Katsuya Kondo. The script is written by Reiko Yoshida (The Colors Within), while Yu Yamashita (Pompo: The Cinéphile) is in charge of character design for animation. The soundtrack will be composed by Takayuki Hattori (Martian Successor Nadesico).
The production team also includes:
- Investigation: Seiichi Shirato
- Art direction: Yuji Kaneko
- Color design: Akiko Shibata
- Photography direction: Tsunetaka Ema
- Character Supervision: Yuriko Senba
- 3DCG Address: Hisayasu Kamiya
- Edition: Kiyoshi Hirose
- Props design: Tomomi Ozaki
- Mechanical design: Fumihilo Katagai
- Sound direction: Kazuhiro Wakabayashi
With an emotional story, historical setting and a top-notch team, L'étoile de Paris en Fleur It is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated releases of 2026 for anime lovers.
