Sunshine Aquarium in Ikebukuro, Tokyo will host a special night-only event titled "Sunshine Aquarium × 超かぐや姫！ Tsukuyomi Aquarium" from July 24 (Friday) to August 30 (Sunday), 2026. The event runs daily from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM (last entry 30 minutes before closing), with regular daytime hours continuing until 5:00 PM.
About the Film: 超かぐや姫！
超かぐや姫！ is an original full-length anime film set in a virtual space called "Tsukuyomi," following the bonds formed between girls through song. The story incorporates elements of live streaming, music concerts, and social media culture, resonating strongly with younger audiences. After its Netflix debut in January 2026, the film received a theatrical release on February 20, 2026. Though initially planned for just one week in theaters, sold-out screenings from the moment reservations opened led to an extended run through June 18, with a total audience of 1.2 million and box office revenue surpassing ¥2.5 billion.
Event Overview
- Event Name: Night-Only Event: Sunshine Aquarium × 超かぐや姫！ Tsukuyomi Aquarium
- Location: Sunshine Aquarium Main Building, Ikebukuro, Tokyo
- Dates: July 24 (Fri) – August 30 (Sun), 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM each day
- Admission: Adults (high school and above) ¥2,600–¥3,200 / Children (elementary and middle school) ¥1,300 / Toddlers (age 4 and above) ¥800
- Event Website: https://sunshinecity.jp/aquarium/event_performance/event/entry-37837.html
Featured Film Music Throughout the Aquarium
Jellyfish Zone "Kurage Kuukan"
In the jellyfish zone "Kurage Kuukan," a special light-and-sound performance synchronized with the film's ending theme "ray 超かぐや姫！ Version" takes place every 15 minutes starting at 5:00 PM. The drifting jellyfish, lighting effects, and music combine to create a dreamlike atmosphere unique to an aquarium setting.
- Performance Times: At 5:00 PM, 5:15 PM, 5:30 PM, 5:45 PM, and every 15 minutes thereafter (final performance at 7:45 PM)
In-Venue Background Music
The aquarium's background music features the film's original song "Hoshi Furu Umi" (Starfall Sea) and other insert songs from 超かぐや姫！, immersing visitors in the world of the film throughout their visit.
Mermaid Show at the "Sky Penguin" Tank
At the "Sky Penguin" tank in the outdoor Marine Garden area, a night-limited mermaid show is held on Friday and Saturday evenings. Performers from "Ningyo no Gakko" (Mermaid School) skilled in the "mermaid swim" technique take to the water, performing a fantastical underwater routine to the film's original song "Hoshi Furu Umi" — with the night sky and tank as one unified backdrop.
- Show Schedule: Every Friday and Saturday at 7:15 PM and 7:45 PM
- Excluding August 14 (Fri). Additional shows planned for August 16 (Sun).
- Note: Penguin display at the "Sky Penguin" tank is not available after 7:00 PM.
"Kaguya" Audio Guide and Welcome Movie
A welcome movie and audio guide voiced by Yuko Natsuyoshi in her role as "Kaguya" are available throughout the event. The audio guide provides narration on the aquarium's marine life, featuring newly recorded exclusive commentary from "Kaguya" that cannot be heard anywhere else.
- Audio Guide Price: ¥800
- Tickets on Sale: Via reservation platform "Asoview!" from noon on July 3 (Fri)
Creatures from the Film on Display
超かぐや姫！ features motifs of sea creatures such as dumbo octopuses (メンダコ) and nudibranchs (ウミウシ). The event includes displays of related animals in both live and preserved forms.
- Dumbo octopuses are displayed as color-preserved specimens only.
- Nudibranchs on display are representative species of the nudibranch family.
Event-Exclusive Drawn Illustrations, Collaboration Goods, and Drinks
First-Ever Reveal of Event-Exclusive Original Illustrations
Event-exclusive newly drawn illustrations will be used for life-size panels, special admission tickets with bonuses, and collaboration merchandise. "Goods purchase numbered-ticket admission tickets" and "bonus-included admission tickets" are also available, along with goods purchase bonuses. For full details, visit the event's official website.
Tully's Coffee Original Collaboration Drink
At the in-aquarium "Tully's Coffee Sunshine Aquarium Store," an original collaboration drink "Aquarium Cocoa 超かぐや姫！ ver." featuring character designs will be sold. (8 varieties, ¥950 each)
Comeback: Dumbo Octopus Plush Toy Lottery
The aquarium's original dumbo octopus plush toy — which gained attention on social media for its resemblance to the creature as depicted in 超かぐや姫！ — returns as a lottery item for the duration of the event.
- Price: ¥1,100 per draw
- Hours: 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM
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