Kyomaf 2026 has unveiled six anime collaboration visuals built around Kyoto and popular characters. Published on August 6, the announcement offers a first look at the event’s identity ahead of its September dates. The images feature The Apothecary Diaries, Tokyo Revengers and several Japanese productions. For more recent announcements, also check our latest news.
Key facts
- Kyomaf 2026 unveiled six collaboration visuals on August 6, 2026.
- The six works are The Apothecary Diaries, Tokyo Revengers, Inherit the Winds, The Vermillion Mask, Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian and « 業物語 かれんオウガ ».
- The Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2026 will take place on September 19 and 20, 2026, in Kyoto.
- The main venues are Miyako Messe, ROHM Theatre Kyoto and the Kyoto International Manga Museum.
The six visuals are already available. The Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2026 will take place on September 19 and 20, 2026, at Miyako Messe, ROHM Theatre Kyoto and the Kyoto International Manga Museum.
Kyoto links the six collaborations
The characters are not placed against a generic backdrop. Each illustration connects its featured work with Kyoto’s imagery, landscapes and recognizable landmarks.
The official website presents collaborations with Inherit the Winds, The Apothecary Diaries, The Vermillion Mask, Tokyo Revengers, Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian and the Monogatari series episode « 業物語 かれんオウガ ».
The selection moves between historical drama, palace intrigue, supernatural fiction, urban action and romantic comedy. Kyoto is the common link, giving the lineup more coherence than a simple collection of logos.
All six images have been available since August 6, 2026. Kyomaf’s official page presents them as a collaboration between Kyoto’s landscapes and popular characters. The official publication details all six visuals.
Six distinct tones on one visual lineup
The Apothecary Diaries brings associations with palaces, plants and secrets. Its visual identity fits naturally with themes of tradition, architecture and observation.
Tokyo Revengers carries a more contemporary energy through its fights and group bonds. The contrast with Kyoto’s traditional landscapes helps the work retain its personality.
Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian adds a lighter tone. Inherit the Winds has a particular role because this original anime is connected to Kyomaf’s local news and will also receive a stage event with its cast during the weekend.
The Vermillion Mask and « 業物語 かれんオウガ » complete the lineup. Kyomaf is therefore not relying only on franchises with the strongest international recognition; it is also highlighting projects that can engage with Kyoto’s cultural history.
What the images say about the festival
Kyomaf extends beyond conferences. The official website announces booths from publishers, studios, television networks and other industry players, alongside exhibitions, activities, cosplay areas and experiences connected to traditional crafts.
The collaboration visuals can identify event areas, accompany products and give the announcements a consistent graphic identity. They function both as promotional material and as potential festival souvenirs.
The dates are set for September 19 and 20, 2026. The main venues are Miyako Messe and ROHM Theatre Kyoto, while the Kyoto International Manga Museum is also an official venue.
Practical information is still evolving. The official ticketing page lists an adult one-day ticket for Miyako Messe starting at 1,800 yen. The official ticket page also details the conditions for stages and lotteries. Travelers should check the schedules before booking their trip.
A city-led campaign rather than a simple poster
Compared with a conventional convention poster, Kyomaf offers a more grounded approach. Each collaboration seeks to make a work and a real city coexist. The approach recalls anime-related tourism campaigns, but it is more convincing when Kyoto retains a role of its own rather than serving as decoration. This remains an aesthetic reading, since the recent publication does not detail every element specific to each image.
For visitors, the appeal is immediate: fans get a preview of the featured works before the event opens and can plan around the series, stages and venues that interest them. These visuals confirm neither a new season, nor a game, nor a French release. They should be read as a cultural and event announcement, not as a hidden teaser for an unknown production.
The September program still has to deliver
The six visuals begin the final stretch before announcements focused on stages, booths and activities. The official program already mentions events surrounding several works, including Inherit the Winds, Made in Abyss, Medalist and Detective Conan.
The visuals establish a clear tone. The stages will need to give visitors a reason to stay, while the exhibition spaces turn that initial curiosity into a concrete experience.
The choice of six works also avoids the effect of an endless catalog. Each image can circulate independently on social media, while the complete set presents a version of Kyoto in which tradition becomes a shared language across several generations of anime.
To follow the announcements over the coming weeks, visit the news section and our gaming and pop culture articles. Kyomaf 2026 now has its defining images; its stages and exhibitions will determine whether that first impression holds.
Frequently asked questions
When will the Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2026 take place ?
The event will take place on September 19 and 20, 2026, in Kyoto.
Where will Kyomaf 2026 be held ?
The main venues are Miyako Messe and ROHM Theatre Kyoto. The Kyoto International Manga Museum will also host activities.
Which works appear in the new visuals ?
The collection brings together six works: The Apothecary Diaries, Tokyo Revengers, Inherit the Winds, The Vermillion Mask, Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian and « 業物語 かれんオウガ ».
How much does admission to Kyomaf 2026 cost ?
The official ticketing page lists the adult one-day ticket for Miyako Messe at 1,800 yen. Stage access conditions are separate.
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Verified sources
These links can be used to verify the key information in this article.
- crunchyroll.com: Crunchyroll News, official source published on 2026-08-06: it confirms the reveal of the Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2026 collaboration visuals and provides recent evidence of the announcement.
- kyomaf.kyoto: Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair, official visuals page published on 2026-08-06: it presents the six works associated with Kyoto and the corresponding official images.
- kyomaf.kyoto: Official KYOMAF 2026 website, information checked on 2026-08-06: it confirms the six works, venues and dates of September 19 and 20, 2026.
- kyomaf.kyoto: Official KYOMAF ticketing page, information checked on 2026-08-06: it lists the adult one-day price of 1,800 yen for Miyako Messe and the conditions for stage access.
