VIZ Media and Japan Society will host the world-first screening of the Hirayasumi anime adaptation ahead of its 2027 launch.
Exclusive First Look: Hirayasumi Anime Episode 1 Screening Details
VIZ Media and Japan Society will host the first-ever public screening of Hirayasumi episode one on October 7th in New York City. The one-night event will offer fans a first look at the highly anticipated anime series ahead of its scheduled 2027 launch.
Special Guest Panelists: Composer Kaori Sawada and Producer Junichi Katsutani
The preview screening will be followed by a Q&A with Producer Junichi Katsutani and Composer Kaori Sawada, with VIZ Media Community Manager, Godswill Ugwa, serving as panel host for this very special discussion.
Bringing Keigo Shinzō’s Acclaimed Manga to Life
Official Synopsis:
“At 29 years old, carefree Hiroto Ikuta doesn’t have a girlfriend, a full-time job, or a plan for the future – and he couldn’t be happier. Hiroto’s breezy attitude isn’t easy for everyone to understand, though. In a world filled with anxiety, confusion, and grief, Hiroto and the people around him are all just doing their best to figure out this thing called life.”
Hirayasumi is the recipient of the 71st Shogakukan Manga Award and was named Best Serial Comic at Lucca Comics & Games 2024. Since it’s 2021 serialization with Weekly Big Comic Spirits, Hirayasumi has become an international critical success with more than 1.7 million copies in circulation worldwide across ten volumes.
Hirayasumi anime screening
Ahead of its release, New York fans will get a first look at its next chapter.
Event Summary & Ticket Information
WHAT:
- Exclusive early look screening at Hirayasumi episode one and special discussion
FEATURING:
- Kaori Sawada – Composer
- Junichi Katsutani – Producer
- Godswill Ugwa – VIZ Media Community Manager & Panel Host
WHEN:
- Wednesday, October 7th, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE:
- Japan Society, 333 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017
You can purchase tickets for this special event through Japan Society’s website.
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Note: The information above was sourced from a press release.
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