# Release of Japanese film ‘RYUJI’

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/release-of-japanese-film-ryuji
> Updated: 2026-09-03T03:11:34.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Promotional activities for the Japanese film ‘RYUJI’ have progressed from the release of character videos to the announcement of a premiere event. The film, starring Yuya Yagira, is a modern reimagining of the 1983 work by Masatsugu Kaneko and is set in Shinjuku Kabukicho between 1984 and 1990.

Following the initial release of footage featuring cast members Riku Hagiwara and JUNON, details were announced for a Japan premiere on October 7 at TOHO Cinemas Shinjuku. This event is expected to include a stage greeting by Yagira, director Nobuo Mizuta, and various cast members. The film is scheduled for a nationwide release in Japan on October 30.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-03: Film ‘RYUJI’ to hold Japan premiere in Shinjuku on October 7

The film ‘RYUJI’, starring Yuya Yagira, will hold its Japan premiere on October 7 in Shinjuku, followed by a nationwide release on October 30.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/film-ryuji-to-hold-japan-premiere-in-shinjuku-on-october-7

### 2026-08-27: Yuya Yagira stars in new film ‘RYUJI’ set in Kabukicho

Promotional videos for the film ‘RYUJI’, starring Yuya Yagira and based on the 1983 classic, have been released ahead of its October 30 premiere.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yuya-yagira-stars-in-new-film-ryuji-set-in-kabukicho

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