Cosmic Princess Kaguya! (超かぐや姫！) is almost here, and Netflix just dropped a fresh final trailer plus a new visual that makes the story feel way more personal. With a brand-new in-film song by 40mP and a stacked batch of newly announced characters and voice cast, this music-first anime film is shaping up to be a neon-pop fairy tale you’ll want to watch with headphones on. 🎧✨
A music-first anime film with a Kaguya twist
Set in the virtual realm Tsukuyomi (ツクヨミ), Cosmic Princess Kaguya! remixes Japan’s classic “Tale of the Bamboo Cutter” into something that feels both futuristic and weirdly intimate. The film is the feature directorial debut of Shingo Yamashita, known for leaving a strong mark on major anime openings, and it leans hard into style: emotional staging, kinetic camera moves, and action that feels choreographed like a live performance.
What makes it stand out is the “music animation project” concept. The soundtrack isn’t just background flavor—songs are treated like story beats, shaping how characters connect, clash, and grow. And yes, the composer lineup is a flex: ryo (supercell), kz (livetune), 40mP, HoneyWorks, Aqu3ra, and yuigot are all providing in-film tracks.
A new visual shows Kaguya and Iroha in real life
The newly revealed “another visual” shifts away from stage glow and lands in a messy, lived-in room. In the center: a monitor and mic setup, with Kaguya’s avatar visible inside Tsukuyomi—a quick, clear hint that she’s active as a streamer. Kaguya looks like she’s having the time of her life, while Iroha gives off a tired-but-fond “here we go again” vibe. It’s a small snapshot, but it sells their day-to-day chemistry fast.
The trailer teases “Ex-Otogibanashi” and big action
The final trailer rides in on the film’s main theme “Ex-Otogibanashi,” performed by Yachiyo Runami (voiced by Saori Hayami), and then wastes no time dropping the hook: Kaguya appears from a glowing “gaming utility pole” and rapidly grows up, echoing the original folktale in the most modern way possible. As Iroha moves from confusion to acceptance, the trailer pivots into movement-heavy sequences that feel built around Yamashita’s signature sense of speed and punch.
40mP’s new song hints at the story’s emotional peak
Then the vibe shifts. The music cuts, the crowd noise rises, and “Shunkan, Symphony.” arrives—an original in-film track written by 40mP specifically for the movie. In the chorus, Kaguya (voiced by Yuko Natsuyoshi) sings over a bright, catchy rhythm that pairs perfectly with the trailer’s most energetic action beats.
But underneath the adrenaline, there’s a quiet question hanging in the air: is Kaguya destined to return to the Moon, and can this story reach the happy ending it wants so badly? That little edge of loneliness is what makes the hype feel real—not just loud.
Seven new characters bring star power to the cast
The film also introduced seven additional characters and their voice actors, expanding both the real-world relationships and Tsukuyomi’s roster. Highlights include Miyu Irino as Akira Mikado, leader of the pro gamer group Black Onyx, with Yuma Uchida as Rai Komazawa and Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Noi Komazawa. Iroha’s friends Roka Ayatsumugi and Mami Isayama are voiced by Yoshino Aoyama and Konomi Kohara, while Tsukuyomi streamers Otako Chuken and Koto Okkoteru are voiced by Fairouz Ai and Natsuki Hanae.
Between the gamer squad, Iroha’s everyday support circle, and the Tsukuyomi personalities, the world feels instantly bigger—and the story’s “real life vs. virtual stage” tension hits harder.
Where to watch Cosmic Princess Kaguya! on Netflix worldwide
Cosmic Princess Kaguya! streams worldwide exclusively on Netflix on Thursday, January 22, 2026. If you want the quickest pre-watch route, start with the newly released final trailer, then check the official site for character and music updates, and finally bookmark the Netflix title page for the day it drops.
You can watch the final trailer here: Final trailer on YouTube.
For official updates: Official website.
And the Netflix listing: Netflix title page.
If you love anime that treats music like a main character, put this one on your radar now. Watch the trailer, listen for how the songs drive the pacing, and keep an eye on the expanded cast—Tsukuyomi feels like it’s about to get very loud (in the best way). See you on Netflix on Jan. 22! 🚀🌙
