What this is
Three Pretty Cure series collide in a single theatrical film — the Detective Pretty Cures investigate the mysterious "X Mark Incidents" before being drawn into a hidden realm called Karin's Garden, where they team up with characters from both "You and Idol Pretty Cure♪" and "Wonderful Pretty Cure!". Directed by Hanako Ueda with a screenplay by Yoshimi Narita, the film features a large ensemble cast including Hikari Senga, Kaede Hondo, and Nao Toyama. For Pretty Cure fans, the crossover format is the main draw — these theatrical releases are an annual tradition that reward viewers who follow the current TV series.
Who should go
Aimed squarely at children who watch Pretty Cure and their accompanying parents. Older fans of the franchise who follow multiple series will appreciate the crossover element. Casual visitors with no prior Pretty Cure knowledge will find little to latch onto.
Good to know
Tickets can be purchased at cinema box offices or through online booking platforms such as Toho Cinemas, AEON Cinema, and United Cinemas — most major chains now accept foreign credit cards online and at self-service kiosks. Pretty Cure theatrical releases typically come with a free gift (present) for children attending opening-weekend screenings, so arriving early on September 18 is worthwhile if you want to secure one. Screenings are in Japanese with no English subtitles expected, so prior familiarity with the franchise helps younger non-Japanese-speaking viewers follow along. Check each cinema's website for showtime listings as release schedules vary by location.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.