Anime Studios and Characters Celebrate Hina Matsuri 2026

Anime studios and beloved characters are joining together to celebrate Hina Matsuri, Japan's traditional Girls' Day festival observed on March 3rd. The celebration features special artwork and messages from across the anime industry.

MAPPA, the studio behind hits like Jujutsu Kaisen and Attack on Titan, shared festive artwork alongside other major industry players including the legendary Tezuka Productions, home to Astro Boy and other classic series.

Classic characters are getting in on the celebration too. The ever-popular Doraemon and Chibi Maruko-chan shared their own Hina Matsuri greetings, bringing their signature charm to the traditional holiday. Even Chibi Godzilla Raids Again joined the festivities, adding a kaiju twist to the celebration.

The celebration also extends to popular series like Girls Band Cry and gaming franchises including Final Fantasy VII Remake and Dragon Quest, showing how the festival brings together different corners of Japanese pop culture.

Hina Matsuri is a special day in Japan when families display ornate dolls dressed in traditional court clothing to wish for the health and happiness of their daughters. The festival has deep cultural roots, and seeing anime studios and characters participate shows how modern entertainment honors these traditional celebrations.

Square Enix and various industry creators are also participating in spreading the Hina Matsuri joy, making this year's celebration particularly vibrant across the anime and gaming communities.