Aniplex Online Fest 2023: Returning on September 9 with Star-Studded Line-Up

Anime enthusiasts worldwide, mark your calendars for September 9, 2023, because Aniplex Online Fest is back for its fourth consecutive year! Hosted by Aniplex Inc., this annual event promises an electrifying experience for fans, and it’s not to be missed. The best part? It’s completely free and easily accessible via YouTube.

This year, Aniplex Online Fest 2023 brings together over 20 beloved Aniplex shows, including classics like Rurouni Kenshin and the Rascal Does Not Dream series. But that’s just the beginning. The festival boasts a star-studded lineup of special guests, making it a dream come true for anime aficionados.

Prepare to be entertained with live music performances by renowned artists such as KANA-BOON feat. Yuho Kitazawa, okazakitaiiku, Philosophy no Dance, and Shoko Nakagawa. The musical talent alone is worth the watch.

As an added treat, fans can dive into the Aniplex Online Fest 2023 Playlist on Apple Music and Spotify. This curated collection of songs from Aniplex shows and festival performers is the perfect way to get into the spirit before the event.

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To give you a taste of what’s in store, Aniplex Online Fest 2023 has released a captivating promotional video. Narrated by Soma Saito and Aleks Le, the video showcases the shows, special guests, and the overall excitement that awaits.

For those who might be new to this annual extravaganza, Aniplex Online Fest has a proven track record of delivering top-notch content. It has become one of the anime community’s most anticipated events, offering the latest news and insights into Aniplex’s extensive portfolio, along with unforgettable live music performances.

In 2022, the fest even went beyond the virtual realm, hosting an in-person event in Yokohama with 4,000 attendees. But don’t worry, even if you can’t make it in person, the live stream garnered over 1.4 million views from fans worldwide.

Aniplex Online Fest 2023 Event Information

■ Date and Time: Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 8 PM (PDT)

■ Live stream: https://lnk.to/AOF2023PR

■ Official Website (English): https://aniplex-online-fest.com/en/

■ Aniplex Event Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/aniplex_event

■ Aniplex Online Fest 2023 Playlist (Apple Music and Spotify): https://lnk.to/AOFmusicPR

*Please note: schedule and contents are subject to change.

Featured Shows (in alphabetical order)

• 16bit Sensation: Another Layer
• A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special
• ATRI -My Dear Moments-
• Black Butler
• Blue Exorcist
• Butareba -The Story of a Man Turned into a Pig-
• Delico’s Nursery
• Demon Lord 2099
• HYPNOSISMIC -Division Rap Battle- Rhyme Anima +
• MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES
• My New Boss is Goofy
•  Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie -Walpurgisnacht Rising-
• Rascal Does Not Dream Series
• Rurouni Kenshin
• Solo Leveling
• The Concierge
• The Demon Prince of Momochi House
• The Elusive Samurai
• UniteUp!

Special Guests (in alphabetical order)

• Nobuhiko Okamoto (Blue Exorcist) *Video Appearance
• Asaki Yuikawa (The Elusive Samurai)
• Asami Seto (Rascal Does Not Dream Series)
• Chiaki Kobayashi (MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES)
• Genta Nakamura (Solo Leveling)
• Hikaru Akao (ATRI -My Dear Moments-)
• Jun Fukuyama (Blue Exorcist)*Video Appearance
• Kaito Ishikawa (Rascal Does Not Dream Series)
• Koutaro Nishiyama (My New Boss is Goofy)
• Reiji Kawashima (MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES)
• Rie Takahashi (Rurouni Kenshin)
• Soma Saito (Rurouni Kenshin)
• Taito Ban (Solo Leveling)
• Takuma Terashima (A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special)
• Tomori Kusunoki (Butareba -The Story of a Man Turned into a Pig-)
• UniteUp! (UniteUp!) *sMiLea LIVE -Unite with You- Digest video
• Yurika Kubo (Rascal Does Not Dream Series)

Music Artists (in alphabetical order)

• DJ Kazu
• KANA-BOON feat. Yuho Kitazawa
• okazakitaiiku
• Philosophy no Dance
• Shoko Nakagawa

So, whether you’re a dedicated anime fan or just looking to explore this exciting world, Aniplex Online Fest 2023 is the place to be on September 9th, 2023, at 8 PM (PDT). Don’t forget to visit the official website for more details and follow them on Twitter for updates.

Get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of anime, music, and special guests at this year’s Aniplex Online Fest. It’s an experience you won’t want to miss!

Source: Press Release