Jump Festa 2026 will return to Chiba’s Makuhari Messe on December 20–21, 2025, bringing fans two days of packed programming, expanded attractions, and some of the biggest names in anime and manga. Organised annually by Shueisha, the event remains the largest showcase for Weekly Shonen Jump and related publications, offering exclusive announcements, previews, and live performances.
This year’s edition comes with several upgrades. The venue will cover Exhibition Halls 1 through 10, a 1.5-times increase compared to last year, making space for larger crowds and more interactive booths. Alongside the expanded area, a brand-new stage named “Jump Station” will join the established Jump Super Stage and Jump Studio, creating three distinct platforms for fans to enjoy.
Jump Festa 2026 Official Poster (Credits: X)
Three Main Stages, 42 Titles
The highlight of Jump Festa remains its massive stage programming. For 2026, the lineup features 42 titles across three stages, ensuring a mix of long-standing favourites and rising hits.
Jump Super Stage (18 Titles)
The Jump Super Stage will host blockbuster franchises such as ONE PIECE , BLEACH , Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba , Jujutsu Kaisen , and SPY×FAMILY . Other featured works include My Hero Academia , Dr. STONE , Gintama , SAKAMOTO DAYS , Chainsaw Man , Kaiju No. 8 , and Blue Exorcist .
Jump Studio (10 Titles)
Focused on fan-favourite series and ongoing projects, Jump Studio will highlight Haikyu!! , Black Clover , Mission: Yozakura Family , Mashle: Magic and Muscles , and The Elusive Samurai . Other additions include Witch Watch , Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku , Chained Soldier , and the classic Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story .
Jump Station (14 Titles)
The newly added Jump Station stage introduces fresh and diverse programming, including Assassination Classroom , Undead Unluck , Kill Blue , Marriage Toxin , Kindergarten WARS , and Moriarty the Patriot . Quirky favourites like KochiKame: Tokyo Beat Cops and ’Tis Time for “Torture,” Princess will also take the spotlight.
Online Streaming for Global Fans
All stage events will be streamed live via the official Jump Channel on YouTube, allowing international fans to watch announcements and performances in real time. This digital accessibility continues to be a defining feature of Jump Festa, broadening its reach beyond Japan.
Expanded Attractions at Makuhari Messe
Alongside the stage shows, Jump Festa 2026 promises larger interactive attractions across the venue. The Jump Festa Market and Jump Original Art World will expand significantly, offering exclusive merchandise, limited-edition prints, and exhibits of original manga art.
Fan-favourite spaces such as Jump Amusement Island and Jump Character Greeting will return, giving visitors a chance to immerse themselves in themed activities and meet life-sized character mascots. With the larger exhibition space, these zones are expected to provide more engaging and interactive experiences than ever before.
Dates, Times, and Entry
Jump Festa 2026 will run from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on both December 20 and 21. The last entry will be allowed at 4:30 p.m. each day, ensuring smooth crowd management inside the expanded venue.
What to Expect from Jump Festa 2026
The combination of an expanded venue, a new stage, and the inclusion of 42 titles marks Jump Festa 2026 as one of the biggest in recent history. From industry-shaping franchises like ONE PIECE and BLEACH to emerging titles on Jump Station, the event is set to deliver announcements, previews, and unforgettable fan experiences.
With the growing scale of Jump Festa, fans can look forward to not only exclusive anime and manga reveals but also immersive attractions that celebrate the cultural impact of Shueisha’s most iconic works.
AnimeTimes has announced that it will be joining as an official partner at “Mela! Mela! Anime Japan 2025” in Delhi, bringing fresh excitement to anime fans in the capital. The event will take place on September 13–14 at Pacific Mall, Tagore Garden, following AnimeTimes’ successful appearance at Anime India in Mumbai this past August. With its booth and stage programs, AnimeTimes promises to deliver a lively and engaging experience for attendees.
The booth will feature multiple attractions designed to give fans an unforgettable time. One of the biggest highlights is a special lottery for AnimeTimes members. Unlike typical raffles, this lottery has no blanks, meaning every participant will win something.
Prizes include original AnimeTimes T-shirts and other exclusive items that can only be obtained at the event. Some lucky fans will also walk away with autographs from acclaimed director Tetsurō Araki, the creative mind behind iconic works such as Death Note and Attack on Titan .
In addition, AnimeTimes has planned exclusive giveaways for its social media followers, ensuring that the excitement continues online as well as at the event. Though full details about these giveaways are yet to be revealed, the promise of limited, exclusive items has already created a buzz among fans.
Death Note Franchise (Credits: Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata)
AnimeTimes Joins as Partner for Mela! Mela! Anime Japan 2025 in Delhi
On the stage program side, AnimeTimes is offering a performance that will be both nostalgic and interactive. Hindi voice actors from Attack on Titan will reunite for a live dubbing session, inviting audience members to participate.
This will allow fans to experience firsthand how dubbing brings characters to life, while also engaging directly with the actors who voice them. Such a program is expected to be a major highlight, bridging the gap between Japanese anime and the local audience in India by celebrating the Hindi adaptation of one of the most popular anime in the world.
Adding to the excitement, AnimeTimes President Hideo Katsumata shared his thoughts ahead of the event. He expressed his anticipation and joy about visiting Delhi for the first time with AnimeTimes.
In his statement, he said he looks forward to meeting the passionate anime fans of Delhi and creating new memories together. His words reflect the company’s mission to connect fans across India and Japan by deepening their shared love for anime.
AnimeTimes has already made a strong impression with its activities at Anime India in Mumbai, where its participation helped strengthen ties between the Japanese anime industry and Indian fans. By continuing this effort in Delhi, the company is building momentum for anime culture in India and showing its commitment to reaching fans in multiple cities.
Events like Mela! Mela! Anime Japan serve as important platforms for expanding the anime community, giving fans opportunities to interact with creators, voice actors, and industry representatives while also celebrating their favorite shows.
Attack on Titan Hindi Voice Actors Set for Live Performance at AnimeTimes Stage
The announcement has created excitement not only among fans in Delhi but also across the Indian anime community. Many see this as a chance for greater recognition of anime culture in India, which has been steadily growing over the past decade.
With Hindi dubs of major titles gaining popularity and streaming platforms expanding their anime libraries, the fanbase is larger and more diverse than ever before. AnimeTimes’ involvement in such events shows that the industry recognizes India as a key market for anime’s future growth.
Mela! Mela! Anime Japan 2025 is shaping up to be one of the year’s most anticipated anime gatherings in India. With AnimeTimes bringing its booth, lottery prizes, giveaways, talk sessions, and stage program, fans can look forward to a vibrant and memorable experience.
Attack on Titan Franchise (Creduts: Hajime Isayama)
The mix of Japanese and Indian elements, such as the presence of Tetsurō Araki and the Hindi Attack on Titan dub actors, captures the essence of what these events are about: building bridges between cultures through a shared love of anime.
As the countdown to September begins, anime fans in Delhi are preparing for two days of fun, creativity, and community. AnimeTimes’ presence ensures that Mela! Mela! Anime Japan 2025 will not just be another anime event but a celebration of how far anime culture has come in India and how much further it can grow. With so many activities lined up, the event promises to leave fans with lasting memories and renewed excitement for the future of anime in the country.
