Tokyo Anime Dispatch

On July 14, 2026, a PR Times release reported that Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia had been screened at Japan Expo 2026 in Paris, where episodes 1 through 4 were shown to a French audience that responded with visible excitement. The release also noted that TV Asahi producer Kazuki Endo took part in the presentation, giving the event a direct link back to the production side rather than treating it as a generic convention appearance. What Was Announced The core news is simple but important. The production committee used the July 14 press release to highlight a special Japan Expo 2026 screening of the series. That means the audience in Paris saw more than a quick teaser or a short stage clip. They watched a substantial early stretch of the anime in a live festival setting, which is a meaningful way to introduce a title that still has a lot of room to build international awareness. Endo's presence matters because it gives the announcement a human, editorially useful anchor. A prod...

On July 11, 2026, Nihon Chokuhan (日本直販) announced that it will make its first appearance at Japan Expo Paris 2026 and use the event as a proof-of-concept for Japanese IP goods in Europe. The company says the booth will center on Ukiyo-e Art 歌姫東海道 初音未来 and 雪ミク (SNOW MIKU) merchandise, blending traditional Japanese visual language with character culture for an audience that is already interested in Japan-focused fandom. What Was Announced The release says Nihon Chokuhan will exhibit from July 9 to July 12, 2026, at Parc des Expositions de Paris-Nord Villepinte, the venue used by Japan Expo Paris. The company describes the Paris appearance as its first European market test after earlier activity in North America and Asia, which means this is being framed as more than a one-off retail stall. The product selection is the most interesting part. Ukiyo-e Art 歌姫東海道 初音未来 places Hatsune Miku inside an ukiyo-e-inspired design frame, while 雪ミク (SNOW MIKU) goods add a recognizable charact...

What Was Announced On June 25, 2026, PARCO announced that it will make its first appearance at Japan Expo Paris 2026, which runs from July 9 to July 12, 2026, at Parc des Expositions de Paris-Nord Villepinte in Paris. The company says its booth will be in Hall 5, booth E586, and that it will present products across publishing, games, film, and exhibitions. The release names merchandise tied to KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS / DEATH STRANDING , Angel's Egg , Ghost in the Shell exhibition goods, and PARCO Publishing. PARCO also says it will offer a special ONLINE PARCO page for overseas shoppers and booth novelties for visitors. Why It Matters Japan Expo Paris is not a niche trade fair. PARCO cites the event as one of Europe's largest Japan-culture gatherings, and the official Japan Expo site says the Paris edition returns in 2026 for its 25th year. The release also says the 2025 Paris event drew about 250,000 visitors. For a Japanese retailer-culture company, that is a large internat...