What this is
This is an advance screening event for the second season of the TV anime 'The Saga of Tanya the Evil' (Youjo Senki II), held ahead of its July 2026 broadcast premiere. The series follows Tanya Degurechaff, a ruthless military strategist reincarnated in an alternate-history magical warfare setting, and has built a dedicated global fanbase since its first season aired in 2017. The event will screen the main story episode(s) before they air on television, giving fans an exclusive early look at the new season. Following the screening, a cast talk show will be held featuring prominent voice actors Aoi Yuki, Saori Hayami, and Yusuke Kobayashi, making this a rare opportunity to see the talent behind the series in person.
Who should go
This event is ideal for dedicated fans of 'The Saga of Tanya the Evil' manga and anime who want to experience the new season before anyone else. The cast talk show adds significant value for those who appreciate voice acting culture, which is a major part of Japanese anime fandom. The atmosphere will be enthusiastic and fan-focused, with an audience of fellow Youjo Senki devotees creating an electric shared viewing experience. Secure your lottery ticket application through Ticket Pia before the May 31 deadline — do not wait until the last minute.
Good to know
Tickets are available exclusively through a lottery system on Ticket Pia (pia.jp) — lottery applications closed May 31, 2026, so this is not a walk-up event. Ticket Pia accepts some foreign credit cards, but the most reliable pickup method for visitors is convenience store collection at Lawson or FamilyMart using the confirmation number from your application. Shinjuku Wald 9 is a mid-sized cinema complex in the heart of Shinjuku 3-chome, well-suited to this type of special screening event with assigned seating in a theatre-style layout. The cast talk show follows the screening, so the total runtime will be longer than a standard episode — budget at least 2–3 hours for the full event. Photography and recording policies at anime screening events in Japan are typically strict; assume no filming or photography during the screening or talk show unless explicitly announced otherwise.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.