Celebrating Tanabata in the Anime and Manga World

July 7 marks Tanabata in Japan, a special day when people celebrate the annual meeting of the star-crossed lovers Orihime and Hikoboshi by making wishes. This tradition inspires many in the anime and manga community to share their hopes and dreams.

Highlights from the Anime and Manga Community

Ami Shibata's Dream Come True

Ami Shibata, known for her work on Papuwa, reflects on her wishes fulfilled:

"Five years ago on Tanabata, I never imagined a four-panel book about fake heroes would be published. Now, collaborations with Papuwa and HERO are happening! Dreams do come true. Happy Tanabata, July 7, 2025!"

Chibi Maruko-chan Wishes

Chibi Maruko-chan fans hope everyone's wishes come true:

"Today is Tanabata! May everyone's wishes come true!"

Food for the Soul's Reflection

Food for the Soul shares a heartfelt wish:

"Come to think of it, it was Tanabata! I hope I can meet everyone again someday."

Special Tanabata Wishes in Anime

• Frame Arms Girl celebrates the triple seven on July 7:

  "May all your big wishes come true!"

• Ghost in the Shell teases a reunion episode:

  "How about it? Will you come with me?"

• Shangri-La Frontier releases a visual with wishes:

  "Everyone's wishes on their tanzaku are…"

• Gudetama humorously comments on only meeting once a year:

  "We only see each other once a year, and you overslept?"

• Miffy encourages making wishes:

  "Make a wish and send it flying into the sky."

Creative Wishes and Art

Many artists and fans share their wishes through drawings and tweets, like Kokoharu re-posting a drawing from three years ago, or Kazutoshi Soyama sharing a tanzaku paper.

Special Events and Giveaways

Some anime studios and companies celebrate with special visuals and contests:

• See You Tomorrow at the Food Court offers a visual and a postcard giveaway.
• Shangri-La Frontier releases a visual and offers limited-time free streaming.
• SNK wishes everyone’s dreams reach the stars.

Join the Celebration!

Did we miss any special wishes or messages? Feel free to share your own in our forums or contact us at [email protected]. Let's keep the spirit of Tanabata alive in the anime community!

Happy Tanabata to all! 🌟🎋