Anime Festival Asia Singapore 2026 announces lineup and guests

The 18th edition of Anime Festival Asia Singapore (AFASG26) is scheduled to take place from November 27 to 29, 2026, at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre. The event will feature a variety of Japanese music performances, anime showcases, creator exhibitions, cosplay, and fan meet-and-greets. This edition also commemorates SJ60, marking 60 years of diplomatic relations between Singapore and Japan.

The musical lineup includes composer Yuki Kajiura making her Singapore debut on November 27, alongside vocalists such as KAORI and YURIKO KAIDA. On November 28, the festival will host Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, May’n, and various virtual singers. The final day, November 29, will feature the HoneyWorks Vocal All Stars Festival and a Vocaloid night spotlighting electronic music producers.

In addition to musical acts, voice actress Satomi Arai, known for voicing Beatrice in the Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World − series, is scheduled to participate in a panel and a meet-and-greet on November 28.