MAPPA, the acclaimed animation studio behind some of the most defining anime of the past decade, marked its 15th anniversary with a major lineup presentation on June 19, delivering a slate of reveals that simultaneously look to the future and reinforce its current dominance. The event, streamed globally, served as a formal announcement platform for several highly anticipated projects, including the first official trailer for Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4, which covers the latter half of the Culling Game arc, and the confirmation of two entirely new anime productions.
The presentation, titled “MAPPA 15th Anniversary Lineup,” opened with the premiere of a teaser for Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4, set to adapt the “Culling Game Part 2aa” storyline from Gege Akutami’s manga. The segment featured a special “Juju Talk” between voice actors Junya Enoki (Yuji Itadori) and Megumi Ogata (Yuta Okkotsu), setting the stage for what promises to be one of the studio’s most complex narrative undertakings. The season is already confirmed to be in active production, though MAPPA has yet to announce a specific premiere window.
Two New Anime Announced at MAPPA 15th Anniversary Event
Beyond continuing its flagship series, MAPPA officially unveiled two brand-new television anime adaptations, signaling an aggressive expansion of its production slate. The first is Fall in Love, You False Angels (Koi Seyo Mayakashi Tenshi-domo), an adaptation of Coco Uzuki’s shōjo manga. A full teaser visual, staff details, and a first trailer were released, confirming the series is scheduled to air in 2027. The story centers on Otogi Katsura, a girl who presents herself as a perfect beauty, and Toki Ninomae, a classmate who maintains a similarly flawless facade. As the narrative unfolds, both characters begin to discover the hidden, less-polished sides behind each other’s carefully constructed images, exploring themes of identity, pretense, and authenticity.
The second major announcement was BEAT & MOTION, an adaptation of Naoki Fujita’s manga of the same name. MAPPA unveiled a teaser visual and a first trailer, confirming that the series will stream globally as a Netflix exclusive in 2027. The story follows Tatsuhiko Hirayama, an aspiring animator, and Nico Kashiwagi, an independent musician, as they form an unlikely partnership to confront their respective dreams and insecurities. The announcement positions MAPPA at the intersection of two distinct creative industries, offering a meta-narrative about the very process of artistic production.
Netflix Confirms Exclusive Streaming Rights for Two MAPPA Series
In a significant move for the streaming landscape, MAPPA also announced an anime adaptation of Jimoto Saiko! (The Hometown Is the Best!), which will also stream worldwide exclusively on Netflix. A teaser visual and promotional video were revealed, with the story following a character named Chanel and the people around her in what is described as her “best” hometown, surrounded by close friends and seniors. This announcement, alongside BEAT & MOTION, solidifies Netflix’s ongoing partnership with the studio for global distribution.
What is the Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4 Trailer About?
The Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4 trailer, which premiered during the presentation, focuses specifically on the “Culling Game Part 2” segment of the narrative. This arc follows immediately after the intense Shibuya Incident and the initial phase of the Culling Game, diving deeper into the high-stakes, battle royale-style conflict that pits sorcerers against one another in a series of deadly, rule-based games. The trailer, while brief, showcases key visual moments featuring Yuji Itadori, Yuta Okkotsu, and other central characters, suggesting that the season will adapt some of the most critically acclaimed material from the manga.
Updates on Chainsaw Man, Attack on Titan, and Dorohedoro
The presentation also provided significant updates for several of MAPPA’s other major properties. The Chainsaw Man franchise received a dedicated segment, with the studio revealing a new mobile game for the series and an original opening animation movie. A new teaser trailer for the highly anticipated Chainsaw Man: Assassins Arc was also shared, bringing the next major story phase to life.
In addition, the Attack on Titan Final Season segment featured director Yuichiro Hayashi and voice actress Yui Ishikawa (Mikasa Ackerman), who announced that MAPPA will produce the opening animation for Attack on Titan: Brave Order Game 3. The Dorohedoro franchise was not left out, as the studio unveiled a special teaser for Season 3, though additional details remain under wraps for the time being.
Ranma 1/2 Season 3 and Oblivion Battery Updates
Continuing the trend of reviving classic properties, the Ranma 1/2 segment featured voice actors Kappei Yamaguchi, Noriko Hidaka, and Koichi Yamadera, who appeared for a special talk about the anime’s upcoming third season. A new teaser trailer for Ranma 1/2 Season 3 was revealed, providing fans with a fresh look at the adaptation.
Meanwhile, Oblivion Battery received a dedicated segment focused on its Season 2 production. The broadcast featured appearances by voice actors Yohei Azakami, Nobunaga Shimazaki, and director Masato Nakazono. MAPPA also unveiled a new visual for the franchise’s upcoming large-scale event, Bokyaku Festa 2026, which is scheduled to take place on November 29, 2026, at Tachikawa Stage Garden.
The 15th Anniversary Music Video and Closing Remarks
The presentation concluded with a special anniversary music video for “Seikatsu” (“Life”), a song written by the band PEOPLE 1 specifically to commemorate MAPPA’s 15th anniversary. The video, which served as the closing part of the event, featured a montage of the studio’s past and current works, highlighting its evolution from a small studio founded in 2011 to a major industry force.
Founded in 2011, MAPPA has grown to become one of the most prolific and celebrated animation studios in Japan, with a portfolio that includes Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, Attack on Titan Final Season, Dorohedoro, Hell’s Paradise, Vinland Saga, Yuri!!! on Ice, and Ranma 1/2. The 15th anniversary lineup presentation not only showcased the studio’s current strength but also its strategic vision for the coming years.
With Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4 now officially in production and two new anime on the horizon, MAPPA is positioning itself to continue its trajectory as a dominant force in the global anime industry, while also expanding into new narrative territory with Fall in Love, You False Angels and BEAT & MOTION.
