A New Dawn Movie Postponed: Release Pushed to 2026
Discover the highly debut feature by acclaimed illustrator and director Yoshhi Shinomiya, coming soon!
Yoshitoshi Shinomiya's Deb Feature FilmA New Dawn' Delayed to 2026
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Delay Announcement
The highly anticipated film A New Dawn (Hana Rokushō ga Akeru Hi ni), the directorial debut of illustrator and director Yoshitoshi Shinomiya, has been postponed to 2026. The project was originally set for release this year. The announcement was made Tuesday on the film's official website.
Story Overview
The film's narrative unfolds at a 330-year-old fireworks factory facing forced eviction.
- Keitarō, who has been secluded in the factory for four years, works to complete the legendary "Shuhari" firework in place of his missing father.
- Kaoru, Keitarō's childhood friend, returns from Tokyo after an incident forced her to leave home.
- During their reunion, the pair embark on a journey to uncover the secret behind a forgotten firework.
- The film's title, “Hana Rokushō,” refers to the Paris Green pigment used historically in fireworks, and “Akeru” means “dawn” or “daybreak.”
Cast and Characters
- Keitarō Tatewaki: Voiced by Riku Hagiwara (My Beautiful Man, Den'ei Shōjo)
- Kaoru Shikimori: Voiced by Kotone Furukawa (Yū Yū Hakusho, Idol)
- Sentarō Tatewaki: Voiced by Miyu Irino
- Eitaro Tatewaki: Voiced by Takashi Okabe, making his voice acting debut
This film also marks the voice acting debut for both Hagiwara and Furukawa.
Production Team
- Director, Script, and Story: Yoshitoshi Shinomiya
- Character Design: Utsushita (Heavenly Delusion)
- Art: Akiko Majima (Suzume)
- Music: Shūta Hasunuma
- Production: Jointly produced by ASMIK Ace and French studio Miyu Productions (Ghost Cat Anzu)
Showcased at Annecy
'A New Dawn' was presented at the Annecy International Film Festival's "Animation Day" in May 2024, featuring an introduction by Shinomiya and a special making-of video.
About Yoshitoshi Shinomiya
Yoshitoshi Shinomiya is known for his stunning visual art contributions:
- Drew poster art and backgrounds for Makoto Shinkai's The Garden of Words, your name., and Children Who Chase Lost Voices
- Provided background art for Kara no Kyoukai: Mirai Fukuin and Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works
- Worked as unit director and created the flashback sequence in your name.
- Created art for Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle
- Directed a short anime about the history of Shibuya Crossing in 2018