Live-Action Baban Baban Ban Vampire Film Debuts at #5 — A Must-See Hit!
Discover the latest box office hits of 2025, from Anpanman's steady performance to Utano☆Princesama's exciting comeback. Stay updated on top movies!
Exciting Updates from the 2025 Japanese Box Office
The Japanese film scene continues to thrill audiences with a mix of live-action and animated hits. Here's a quick look at the latest box office rankings and notable releases:
Top Films of 2025
- Anpanman's 36th film remains strong, holding the #8 spot in its second weekend.
- Gekijōban Utano☆Princesama♪ TABOO NIGHT XXXX climbs back to #10, showing its enduring popularity.
Highlights from Recent Releases
Baban Baban Ban Vampire
- Ranked #5 in its opening weekend in Japan.
- Sold 100,000 tickets and earned approximately 134.6 million yen (around US$922,800) in just three days.
- Originally scheduled for February 14, the release was delayed but finally opened on July 4.
- The film stars Rihito Itagaki as Rihito Tatsuno and Nanoka Hara as Aoi Shinozuka.
- Based on Hiromasa Okujima's manga, it follows a 450-year-old vampire who watches over a young boy to prevent him from losing his virginity.
- The anime adaptation premiered on January 11 and streams on Netflix.
Soreike! Anpanman: Chapon no Hero!
- The 36th film in the beloved franchise stayed at #8 in its second weekend.
- Earned 88.3 million yen (about US$605,000) from Friday to Sunday, with a total gross of 248.3 million yen (around US$1.70 million).
- Opened at #8 during the weekend of June 27-29, with a first-weekend earning of 132.8 million yen.
Gekijōban Utano☆Princesama♪ TABOO NIGHT XXXX
- Returned to the top 10, ranking #10 in its ninth weekend.
- Grossed 107 million yen (about US$733,700) over the weekend, bringing its total to nearly 1.42 billion yen (about US$9.73 million).
- The film features Yū Aoi as the protagonist Chapon, with guest appearances by the comedy trio Panther.
- The story follows Chapon, a mysterious boy who dreams of becoming a hero like Anpanman, and the revelations about his origins.
- Directed by Takeshi Furuta and produced by A-1 Pictures, with character designs by Chinatsu Kurahana.
Industry Insights
- The box office continues to showcase a healthy mix of franchise favorites and new adaptations.
- Streaming platforms like Netflix are increasingly important for anime releases.
Sources
Stay tuned for more updates on Japan's vibrant film industry!