# New Japanese Animation Prize Named Nippon Anime Awards, Sets First Ceremony for November 2027

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/new-japanese-animation-prize-named-nippon-anime-awards-sets-first-ceremony-for-november-2027/
- Published: 2026-11-03T00:51:53+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-03T01:40:36+00:00
- Original publisher: Variety
- Original article: https://variety.com/2026/film/news/new-japanese-animation-prize-nippon-anime-awards-2027-1236938040/
- Topics: Asia, World

## Key points

- Nippon Anime Awards will hold its first ceremony in Tokyo on 21 November 2027.
- The prize will recognise anime titles and the people who create them.
- Tokyo plans to support industry opportunities and young talent through the programme.

## Summary

The Association of Japanese Animations has named its new industry prize the Nippon Anime Awards, with the first ceremony planned for 21 November 2027 in Tokyo. The awards are intended to recognise notable anime and the people behind it, while broadening the industry’s reach in Japan and overseas.

The announcement was made on 2 November at the close of Tokyo Anime Next, a four-day programme of screenings, workshops and live events. The awards ceremony will also include initiatives with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to create business opportunities for the sector and develop young talent. The programme featured 14 anime screenings, including the world premiere of the series “Lona”, as well as an orchestral performance featuring music from “Demon Slayer”, “Attack on Titan” and “Detective Conan”.

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