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ChiiKawa Mermaid Island film breaks box‑office records

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ChiiKawa Mermaid Island film release breaks box‑office records

In early July 2026, 2026 the animated movie feature “ChiiKawa: Mermaid Island Secret” was announced for a July 24 theatrical debut in Japan, with promotional appearances pre‑release promotion on Fuji TV’s FNS Song Festival and a July 3 an online event that previewed new scenes. preview on July 3. A line of fruit‑flavored, plush‑texture gummies themed after gummy line tied to the film was slated for an August 2026 nationwide launch. Following the release, the The film opened across 447 cinemas—including cinemas, including 65 IMAX screens—recording an opening‑day box‑office total of 9.9 screens, earning ¥9.9 billion yen on opening day and reporting full houses in many locations. quickly filling houses. Within the first three days box‑office revenue surpassed ¥22.4 billion, attracting more than 1.5 million viewers. In Kagoshima City about 2,000 children queued outside the theater, and nearby drink sales rose roughly 1.5 times normal levels. Promotional activities continued with a city‑wide appearance after release. The cast appeared on Yokohama’s Cosmo Clock 21 ferris wheel wheel, which hosted a city‑wide light‑up show depicting the characters; limited‑edition postage‑style stickers, photo‑spot installations, and a collaborative fireworks display were added to the celebration. A fan‑greeting at TOHO Cinemas Nihonbashi. Nihonbashi and other events kept momentum high. Social media highlighted the movie’s music, film’s blend of cute characters, rap segments, segments and broad appeal, while the unexpectedly dark folklore‑inspired themes, sparking robust discussion among viewers and critics who praised its visual quality, music and deeper narrative. The studio announced upcoming forthcoming behind‑the‑scenes footage for release in footage, extending interest into the coming weeks.

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